Matrix-12 multi patches

A few multi patches on the Oberheim Matrix-12
FX: Eventide H3000-D/SE

[@DoktorPlay]

Since years i come here for my weekly dose of Matrix 12. I´m an addict!

[@Psychlist1972]

Came back to this one again. Man, that "Aquarium in Deep Space" gets me every time.

[@jlindborg1105]

Pete Brown I was amazed to recognize that sound as “Multi I” in my Ensoniq EPS sample library. Seems like it was sampled from the Matrix 12.

[@ManoOne-Music-Production]

I wonder which preset it is… since it showed up as a sampled preset on the Ensoniq later on…

[@Susanfaery]

I love the Matrix-12. I had one in the late 80's and it never ceased to amaze me. I traded it in on a Korg 01/Wfd. I don't know what I was thinking. I have regreted that all these years. There is not another keyboard that can touch the Matrix-12 except maybe the SEM 8-voice. Great video!

[@blkbird]

The sound and theme of Aquarium in Deep Space is bigger than you even imagine. If it had appeared in the right context, it could have been as iconic as the greatest themes in film, as great as the greats, like Chinatown or Blade Runner, or any of them. It says so much in the short time it develops, so much truth and caracter and soul, that it can't be regarded as anything less that any of the others, and the only thing keeping it from riding that same wave is simply context. Just know that it is apprecated at its true value. Thank you for creating it.

[@sudanjackson]

Gotta agree. Incredible sound - abolutely amazing. The first thing it reminded me of was "The Big Blue"...

[@stefpir]

So true!!!

[@patkelly3966]

Bero Bujanovi..there's always one isn't there? (

[@Bundesbahnfan]

Oberheim Matrix-12 - best synth ever!!!

[@henrikstolpe]

Aquarium in deep space was among the most beautyful synthsounds I have ever heard

[@FUTUREOFPASSE]

That eventide is probably adding a ton of beautiful color to those patches.

[@voltagecontrolledreality51]

Great demos SynthMania. Don't ever hang up your fingers!

[@clegrand72]

such a good trip down memory lane! thank you for sharing your love for synthesizers and their classic anthems with us!

[@kevinsturges6957]

Not only are the sounds wonderful, you’re playing suits it perfectly.

[@J._Campbell]

Best gorgeous strings I've ever heard! Thank you!

[@kehindea]

Love this video. Just listening on the iPad and I'm drawn into synth heaven. God bless you

[@wcm5150]

These are really great videos you do with the matrix 12. The music you play is great too! We would love to see and hear more of your incredible Matrix 12.

[@Deepwatermusic]

One of the best... Love the patches!

[@joachim595]

What a marvelous sound. I’m happy for you that you have one of these! I wish I will afford one myself one day, if I find one.

[@WV591]

I remember when they were blowing these out for less than 1200 at the music store cause everyone wanted realistic piano and sample sounds.if i could only go back in time...

[@SeverityOne]

You can always get the Arturia software synthesiser. Takes up less space, too.

[@patkelly3966]

I've got the Arturia emulation of the Matrix-12 and I enjoy it very much.

[@audioartisan]

I had a chance to watch all your Matrix-12 videos, and I am beyond impressed over your playing skills. You really make the Matrix-12 sound better than all the other demo's I've seen. Thank you :)

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

Wow, thanks!

[@ashleygraham8781]

What a fantastic sounding instrument. The Vivaldian patch is just HUGE!

[@erictripton]

The Best Synthesizer for melodic sounds. That smooth multi modulated sound is hallmark!

[@thesearethesuns]

The ultimate 80's soundtrack production synth, in my opinion...

[@85percentcocoa]

I so much love this. Thank you.

[@jcamp3606]

Those strings are like a big warm hug! :)

[@bernios3446]

I have played, owned and tried out (at friends' places) various synths over the years. Of all (semi-) analogue synths, the ones that have impressed me most by their sheer sound, are the Matrix 12 and the P.P.G. Wave 2.0 (the oldest iteration, 4 voices only with analogue filters). Both were exceptionally beautifully sounding. Matrix 12 was hard to program, but certain sounds were beyond beautiful, and while VSTs can make to sound similar on the surface, they invariably lack depth and physical presence. Mostly charm also... Look how a relatively simple 4- voice like the new Korg Minilogue delights synth guys all over the world. It takes a modest analogue to make the most sophisticated VSTs pale in comparision... At least in my experience (since 1993).

[@WrvrUgoThrUR]

What a difference programming makes! Saw another Matrix 12 video here on the Yoot Ooobs and thought I was listening to a Casio.

[@F0nkyNinja]

It's using the Eventide H3000 FX, huuuuuge part of the sound

[@mano123456]

I already commented in the past, but again... This is so beautiful, and thanks to you, today I use my Oberheim Xpander AND Eventide H3500B-DFX (maxxed out H3000S, via EPROMs swap) every single day.

[@ozybrks]

My favorite synth. It looks so nice.

[@jimmyfigueras4476]

what an amazing sound

[@alexlozven]

"Aquarium in Deep Space" has always been my favorite song since this video was uploaded.

[@mima85]

What a fucking wonderful machine!

[@Coneman3]

Synth programming is a strange and fascinating activity. So many options, really is art and science to it. I programmed lots on an 01/WFD for many hours, still only scratched the surface.

sounds really fantastic. Damn, I feel my economy soon will take a severe dip! But not to forgot the hands who plays - great work!

[@snuppssynthchannel]

This synth marked the end of an era. Never had a poly synth sounded better.

[@lukeskywalker2656]

Old but new ❤‍🔥

[@fcastle13]

love the matrix!

[@alexouin3]

First minute is awesome!! (didnt hear the rest yet)

[@sonicpetal]

2:50 amayzing sound !!!

[@BliterTV]

Wouaw... J'en veux un :-D Magnifique Synthétiseur digne de ce nom... On en fait plus des comme ça...

[@jurgenkarczewski5111]

Nice, also here. Keep coming back this Aquarium tune

[@CaidicusProductions]

Gorgeous.

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@monsterjazzlicks]

An astounding sound ;-)

[@kraftzug66]

tutto un altro pianeta...che synth !!

[@dirkkeersmaekers4343]

The best analog sound synth,

[@ozhalljr]

This thinking sounds amazing! Equally amazing is the quality of your playing. You did a flawless job of putting these sounds into a very musical context. Great job!

[@vjrei]

Lovely, thank you.

[@deadwhenifoundher]

Ha, NOW i see the small print "FX: Eventide H3000". Now, I'm not saying the Matrix 12 isn't amazing (it certainly is) but anybody judging the synth from this vid alone needs to realize they are really hearing a Matrix 12 PLUS the greatest FX box ever created. In other words, in no way the same as a Matrix by itself.

[@blkbird]

+Michael Arthur Holloway Thanks for that

[@mariusleicht]

+Michael Arthur Holloway Second that. I've got an H3000 and it really makes every synth shine. The live engineer of my band also stated "I know the sounds of your Prophet 5 very well, but with that H3000 it's a whole different story"

[@adam872]

Yep, it's probably my favourite piece of signal processing gear ever. It still sounds amazing after all these years.

[@jamesmeeker6933]

I'd argue the Lexicon 224 or 480L is probably more flattering for synthesizers. Or a Lexicon PCM 70. Not tearing down the H3000, which I also love, but there are plenty of high end effects units that can make synths shine. AMS RMX 16 or a Quantec for example.

[@laurajohnson4086]

WOW - it sounds AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@louiekeys03]

That "Aquarium In Deep Space" patch is amazing man.. any chance we can get a tutorial on how you created it? Would love to see that

[@mano123456]

Please please

[@theandroids]

Wow no reply after 6 years.

[@simonirvine2174]

Its probably a preset

[@sonicpetal]

made my day :p

[@djkramnik7274]

Приятные пэды,мягкие!! Надо попробовать этот синт++++++++aquarium super sound!!!

[@Eyepatchfilms]

As of August 2018 - Switched On is now asking 12k for one of these. I remember saying no to one for $1,500 just a few years ago

[@ClemensWennersMusic]

Hi Paul, are these stock sounds? I'm about to pull the trigger on an Oberheim Xpander and I absolutely love these sounds. Thanks for all the wonderful content!

[@haucowby8957]

Nice sounds and nice improvisation. That's why no thumb down !

[@Psychlist1972]

beautiful patches

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

Thank you, Pete

[@Psychlist1972]

SynthMania I keep coming back because of Aquarium in Deep Space. Amazing.

[@Psychlist1972]

Pete Brown lol. Just realized this isn't the *first* time I've come back and been struck by that one patch.

[@NeilHester]

+Pete Brown Me too ! ;)

[@stonail665]

I'm here for 20th time . please do a long version of Aquarium in Deep Space with the same patch. This should be played at my funeral.

[@mano123456]

6:50 Reminds me of Actraiser, when you are in the sky ;)

[@1vootman]

I think I'm in love with this synth...but my Waldorf Q+ does these sounds and waaaay more...it's a beast as well.

[@javiceres]

Different strokes.

[@fjfrancois]

Yeah different strokes.

[@artenuovoglobal]

Wonderful sounds! :) My all time unreachable favorite. Always wanted to have this kind of great sounds. Now i can have many of them from my Zebra, the nearest match in softsynth world. Diva could get closer about the sounds with the new filter emulation, but i prefer Zebra with so many open possibilities.

[@kikkirow5406]

The first minute says Bladerunner meets Clockwork Orange.

[@Timecop1983]

Amazing sounds! I wish i had a Matrix12 to use in my music!

[@Timecop1983]

Wow, 10 years later now and i picked up a Oberheim Xpander just yesterday. Only half a Matrix-12, but close. This video came up in my suggestions (again) and completely forgot i commented on it.

[@woabeatz9717]

i never new this unit existed.....what albums has this unit been on....wow....good for movies.

[@Dolores5000]

Lovely

[@bleekzaXXX]

This was my first synthesiser. I was so confused when I got a JP-8000 and couldn’t do all the modulations that I wanted.

[@voltagecontrolledreality51]

No VST will ever compete with a real Matrix 12 but then the VST will not overheat and breakdown continuously. This is my experience. It is a true King of Analogues though.

[@maschinetrax]

yes, that's it!! thx

[@gullyfoyle6354]

Building the perfect beast! ;) (analog for instance).

[@Coneman3]

Synthesisers are still not given the respect they rightly deserve. A well programmed and played synth has such power.

[@Coneman3]

Yes because guitars and acoustic instruments are given more respect and prominence. The number of synth artists is not that many compared to others.

[@Coneman3]

Synths are used a lot but usually in a supporting role to guitar/vocals/drums/acoustic instruments. Rarely are they a key instrument in a piece.

[@Coneman3]

Synths are used a lot but usually in a supporting role to guitar/vocals/drums/acoustic instruments. Rarely are they a key instrument in a piece. With possible exception of soundtracks.

[@Coneman3]

Synths are used a lot but usually in a supporting role to guitar/vocals/drums/acoustic instruments. Rarely are they a key instrument in a piece. With possible exception of soundtracks.

[@Coneman3]

Synths are used a lot but usually in a supporting role to guitar/vocals/drums/acoustic instruments. Rarely are they a key instrument in a piece. With possible exception of soundtracks.

[@monsterjazzlicks]

Sounds like an orchestra!

[@jetpackman01]

I rather like the sounds of these patches. It has the futuristic ambience I loved in Jean Michel Jarre's albums.

[@KevinStCroix]

Amazing. What was the first song you played in the video?

[@kitodoz]

Beginning remind "Music Is Math")

[@evertcairns7740]

Made me think of Brian Eno - By This River

[@seeyouintheeighties]

is glass vox an original piece? sounds incredible. also what is that patch made up of? PWM?

[@ajdoyle9559]

I don't see these patches in my Arturia Matrix-12 Vst. Is there any way i can get these ?

[@deadwhenifoundher]

Wonderful instrument and performance. What song are you playing during the "Aquarium in Space" section?

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

Michael Arthur Holloway Thank you, "Aquarium in Deep Space" is my composition, and was named by a viewer of this channel - it was originally "Minimoog and Source" from this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5nGdnWeg7GortE

[@ashkanjeihoori1865]

4:10 It must played at the time, will come !

[@notsure1135]

Glass Vox sounds like the Candyman OST… Ah, Philip Glass…

[@radio5_450]

Like arturia matrix plugin, same ❤

[@ShiningJMaster]

Matrix-12 is the perfect complement to the Jupiter-6. I'll never sell any of them

[@richardhedderly]

The Vivalidian reminds me very much of Wendy Carlos.

[@NinoJoel]

2:05 that sound so much like SNES The legend of zelda paralel worlds

[@scootergreen3]

Very nice. What type of speakers and amp do you run it through?

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

Thank you - I have several: BK ST-140, Tyler MM5X, JBL 308, KRK Rokit 8

[@scootergreen3]

Thanks SynthMania.

[@patkelly3966]

Vivaldian patch is pure Scarface to my ears!!

[@itsdezwright]

can you get these presets on the xpander?

[@frankie5671]

I cant believe the vst version is out, I need a midi keyboard and just bought a dog :(

[@retrovac99]

SynthMania Is what you played at 1:20 part of a real song or is it a improv? I swear I have heard that before but cannot for the life of me figure out where.

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

It's just an improvisation

[@retrovac99]

SynthMania Wow! Just sounded really familiar to me, Very beautiful. Mind if I made a song out of it? (I myself am a beginning electronic musician)

[@mysteriousfleas]

SynthMania I am very impressed, damn you should just do videos of improvs.

[@yepyep3897]

It sounded like a particular Lisa Lisa song: v=z-fSv9jClCw .

[@raba4646]

Same here, I know i've heard these notes somewhere in a movie. It's driving me nuts.

[@moonwalker491]

What song is that at 1:32?

[@ChinaskiSFX]

Nice! Please Share the Aquarium in Deep Space Patch! :)

[@michaelbauers8800]

Now that is some great string + brass...sigh...I will never own one

[@sierrawhiskey5144]

Arturia's got you covered if you don't mind using a rather faithful sounding VST. :D

[@symbiat0]

If there ever was a synth that should be re-issued....

[@frankmueller77]

Never heard a sound like Glass Vox on a analogue synth... wonder how to do it and if my Matrix 6 would be able to capture it... I'd have to think long how to get it...

[@frankmueller77]

sounds pretty like the itopia sample on later yamaha synths...

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

IIRC it's a slightly modified vox patch. The analog voices / choir sound on the Matrix-12 is the best I've ever heard on any analog synth. I'll try to remember to look up the main parameters and post them here

[@frankmueller77]

that would be great.

[@tenstairs]

@SynthMania please post

[@aimoriizumi]

このシンセサイザー、購入予定です！

[@preis205]

Well, the inserted effects add a little bit of "salt&pepper".

[@smiljanicn]

I have Virus TI, and very hard time to get something like this, any help guys :( ? Beautiful sounds btw!

[@lownrgy]

to get something like this is no virus business, sorry

[@snuppssynthchannel]

Virus T1 dont have the warmth and fatness, its quite digital sounding, not that its a bad thing as its a quite capable machine, i dont like the price tho.

[@explodingPSYCH]

Are these patches for sale/download anywhere?!

[@tenstairs]

I’d pay money for these

[@jenshenrikknudsen9258]

Dear Synthmania... Do you by chance have the Matrix 12 factory preset files? By accident I have erased the memory on my Matrix 12 and lost all sounds. Best regards

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

I think I do have them somewhere on disk drive, please send me an email from the about page and I'll send them to you

[@excessofficialTV]

First track is Recoil first album, right ?

[@kikkirow5406]

Are you using a sustain pedal?

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

Yes

[@1975MAICO1975]

I THINK ERASURE USED AN EXPANDER SOMETIME

[@wcm5150]

I am a fellow Matrix 12 owner. Could I pay you for your patches?

[@DestroyER82]

Aquarium In Deep Space... Paolo please give a gift to world, turn that theme into whole song.

[@SynthManiaDotCom]

Thank you very much, I already did - recorded a song with my friend Jeff who's a singer - will post it soon

[@DestroyER82]

​@@SynthManiaDotCom Thats amazing news, thank you very very much! All the best and stay safe. PS.. I have received Matrix 6R few days ago and this vid is one of reasons.