Pocket Operators ONLY... // Compact Creation 019

[@FreeBeat]

Glad you put this out there, we need more people showing off the actual potential of PO's. Such an awesome way to get into electronic music, or music in general!

[@Crypto2638]

Here I am. I was looking for something cheap and dawless where I could jam and have fun while learning basis and finding my style. I got the PO12 first and then the 14, which sound insane

[@almarbanmusic]

@@Crypto2638 Same here! Thanks @rickytinez, learning a lot from your videos! You're a master🤹‍♀

[@shustins]

Can you absolutely tear the house down with ONLY pocket operators? Ricky can

[@zooblestyx]

I first found your channel searching for PO vids. The circle is now complete.

[@nickskywalker2568]

Same! :)

[@RaverOperatorGeeza]

Me too originally. Moved onto on MPC One now but still have a lot of fun messing with POs ;)

[@londongaz2]

Me too! Then ended up buying a monostation because he made it look so cool 😎

[@leandromiquet4820]

Me too! This man is responsible for my KO and Tonic. Nice jam!

[@rycengac]

Same!

[@gavinnator987]

Ricky I really want to just say thank you man. You are such a intelligent, positive, and caring person and you truly never fail in turning one of my days around or putting a smile on my face. I cant help but get groovy during countless videos. I can't wait to see what great things life has in store for you brother. Hope we can Jam out some day.

[@BaileyHeredge]

Absolute beat Restrictions breed creativity I leave my PO Rhythm in my car whenever I'm bored waiting somewhere

[@diejaycee]

I would love to see a live performance of like a band of people all on their respective pocket operators all linked together and improvising som fire!

[@raninasr2045]

Dude! On top of all the top notch content your produce, I have to say your videos are so therapeutic. I watch every single one of them, even if I am not interested in said piece of gear. It's has become a spiritual ritual at this point. Thanks for all the heart :D

[@4m4z1n-grace8]

19:35 is the energy I'm showing up to life with.

[@edgarm6017]

in before this comment gets 40 billion likes

[@materedai4158]

Finally a video where someone actually makes music with these little things

[@swampflux]

Iook up the ansmann 1001 charger and AAA batteries. Just awesome rechargeables. There’s also Lenink battery adapters: plug in to the wall and plug in the “battery” plus the dummies in whatever position. Only catch is you have to buy an adapter for a specific battery size and count but then you’re set for never changing batteries

[@menesfrancois]

You can buy micro USB charging AAA batteries. They're very handy and will quickly save you money ✌🏻 Please consider them and save some waste ! :)

[@RaverOperatorGeeza]

I'm running on the same set-up. The Amazon basics rechargeables are actually better than Duracell. I was surprised but it's true.

[@myname_isblaine]

@@RaverOperatorGeeza I saw those and have wanted to pick some up, seems like the perfect way to not constantly buy new batteries and keep waste down.

[@RaverOperatorGeeza]

@@myname_isblaine go for it! I have no complaints, in fact it's an improvement, and I'm always able to have spares in my box ready to go

[@MaverickM1]

@@Phoenix_2A agreed. Eneloop of pana is just awesome. Apple used their batteries too..(rechargeable for magic mouse etc)

[@GarHoover]

So good! That groove was tight! The bass tone on the Tonic was perfect for the jam. I gotta break mine out again!

[@jeffbrownstain]

Best use I can think of for these; A musician buys a buncha different ones for their musician friends as gifts and uses them when together to make collab jams, and when apart, they can solo practice and make their own song hooks to later share. I can see this being a good instrument for band kids wanting to break tradition a little. Woulda loved something like this as a kid.

[@chevy4x466]

I kind of see me getting my kids each one. Small enough for their book bag , they can fiddle with it when they have to kill a few minutes. I could see these catching on. People would gain relationships with people with that in common. Just a break at work with a coworker making music

[@bobthesalesclerk]

If I had a dollar for everytime I've said "dont have stuff running while setting levels"

[@MattGreerMusic]

Thoughts while watching (because I love PO's): - I too wish there was a power supply option. I've been asking MyVolts to make us something - My PO-33 KO is always on my desk but the others I have to go find them when I need them - The silicone cases suck for ergonomics. The Dichstudios.com case is much better and improves usability - I never use the Speak - Wishing I saw L/R splitters between the POs so you could split the audio and sync signals and use a mixer (you'd have much better audio) - I like the jam - Random and maybe unpopular opinion: The KO is really all you need. I've owned all the PO's but I've made two complete albums on just the KO. I can't say that for the others in the line. - Great video. Good on ya for inspiring others to use modest and affordable tools

[@noth606]

My fave is the Tonic, you can get pretty mad stuff out of it with rather minimal effort.

[@808v1]

I so enjoy watching your creative process, but more so your narration/explanation of it as you go. Just really chill and enjoyable.

[@RaverOperatorGeeza]

Right on!

[@RetroPlus]

Incase you weren't already aware there are power supplys for the pocket operators, they are basically alligator clips that clip to the terminals, a little janky but they do work

[@DarkTapes]

It's so fun watching the process as you go. Sometimes getting the operators all working together, they can be quirky. At the same time, you can get really unusual and out there kind of jams you don't get the same way with other gear. I am definitely a fan, right now have the speak, office, & rhythm. They are great to throw into a live setup, and really punch through in the mix. Awesome jam!

[@seanrimada8571]

Also the riser fx on the Speak is insane and the fact that 16 is a drum kit is just a mad experimentation that will get everyone scratching their heads as how did you get so much beef from such a tiny machine.

[@Rompler_Rocco]

Funny, that first "AEIOU" sample sounds just like the PO-35 Speak when you mouth your own wavetables & scroll through the timbres 👍

[@yingtianfu]

For the arcade, you don't need to use the knob to change the pitch, you can simply just live record the melody you wanted into the sequence.

[@bboymac84]

the PO Sub bass is essential trust me! you feel that bass!!!

[@DocBolus]

Having slipped out of the world of synths for the best part of 15 years coming back to find things like the Pocket Operators exist just stun me. I would have given anything for this setup when I started out. I will get a KO one day but I have a few years of gear lust to catch up on first.

[@pmaggs]

I feel the same way about the silicone cases. Now I'm buying a triple plastic case from Etsy...and 2 more Pocket Operators. The Street Fighter has been fun!

[@brain8723]

Please somebody tell me Im not the only one who replayed him blowing his ear drums out... That "Jesus Christ" was epic! utterly blown away by his own doing...

[@tommyk88888]

That desk and the little tigerhead are legendary

[@GlobeWarrior71]

Sunday Morning : coffee, nature, sweatshirt and a new vid from Ricky.

[@saysomestuff]

I think an easier way to deal with the volume/levels being all over the place is to hold bpm and press one of the steps 1-16 to set the overall volume on the PO. So bpm+4 on each would've knocked them way down to save resetting per-sample volumes. Inspiring content as always, thanks.

[@londongaz2]

Love this! Definitely inspired me to dust my POs off tomorrow and have a go.

[@bose5160]

Ricky I feel your pain with the whole slave/master sync issues. PO's are a life saver for songwriting underway. Keep up the great videos, man!

[@KnowPhere]

Every time I think about selling my PO’s, Ricky makes a banger with them. Making me realize that I’m trash and need to get better with them. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@benanderson8294]

Got my first pocket operator over the weekend. Can't wait to get the hang of it and pick up some more!

[@13amproduction]

Short answer - yes. My Rhythm and KO are essential to me.

[@jasonraasch405]

Super fun, Ricky! Nice to see u jam with the POs again. You definitely have a characteristic style of synth:pad sample use! Have a great weekend!!

[@namrekcanad]

Just a tip on volume the lowest volume p.o you want should be first in chain.. The manual describes better but the last one i believe effects all in chain

[@MatthewEltonSmith]

Bro I was with you the whole time on all the PO order of operations, it's no joke.

[@maxmatson1578]

That props for rocking the Pocket operators. I have four of them myself. The 33, the 35, the 16, And the 12 I think the Rhythm? I love to see you do more with the 35 "speak"?✌

[@seanrimada8571]

Use your Speak for the bass and fiddle with the formant for an insane filter modulation that does not use an actual filter.

[@allwelikeworms]

"With only pocket operators" proceeds to load up ableton ;)

[@LdotSdot210]

the role it played in this video is the same as any other sample source...its not like there was any composition going on.

[@allwelikeworms]

@@LdotSdot210 I know - it's meant as joke (hence the ;) and the

[@RickyTinez]

Hahaha I thought about that too. I’m like hmmm a sampler with no sounds.. how would that sound?

[@iampuesa]

@@RickyTinez I think this was produced with such sampler first kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6OciqF4lr91ncU

[@DreadsOfAmbition]

@@LdotSdot210 y

[@airbag504]

Awesome vid! Damn, those little guys slam. The Po-14 kick is nuts. May pair it up with the model cycles.

[@SaEvSampleEverything]

Just buy AAA usb rechargeable batteries, you can charge them without pulling them out. The only cons is that they don't show the charge level on the KO screen when you press sound+bpm.

[@leewightman8619]

This is making me want another p o I have a k.o and I synced it with the Yamaha DJx but this looks more fun

[@Colcalebcat]

Thanks for this man! I've got the same Operators minus the Tonic, and this was really inspiring. Big fan of your channel. Keep it up for us!

[@alanc6752]

PO's great for keeping alzeimers at bay.

[@levismith3]

I like how you showed your whole process. Keep the jams coming 🤘🏼

[@Sk8erMorris]

Glad to notice im not the only one jamming out like this lol it's kinda like a underground groovv

[@not-hank-s]

You need to make a compilation of all your volume-too-loud reactions. That could be your new intro sequence!

[@DopeSkills]

Hi Ricky! How about "Deckard's Dream snotty soulfull chords" samplepack ? Lol 19:21.

[@MikkelGrumBovin]

....mmmhaa....Ricky ? That ...would....be....pretty f...ing amazing ,-

[@partsproject]

My favourite KZbin channel. Thanks for the chill vibez!

[@mwhitelow9312]

It takes a while, especially with sampling it seems, but I enjoy PO’s because they are super fun!

[@86davy]

You know how to do some pretty complex stuff on the pocket operators! 👏👏👏

[@drumatic]

I have been hounding TE to please release an all in one drum machine sampler, using only the Pocket Operator engines... but imagine how cool it would be to have an all in one, utilizing the same chips, but bigger buttons, more organized OS with OLED display. One can only hope.

[@popcap96]

OP-Z is kinda like that honestly

[@tomburnell8453]

Very cool Ricky! Great video - Also just want to say that I found it rather dark and hard to see. Maybe could do with slighly lightening the picture or reducing the shadows a bit just to help make out the detail. All the best!

[@DJbace1]

Sickk you taught me how to recal or erase the effects on the KO! Just like the tonic with an automation running in sequence you can erase it by holding down the mix button. Cheers homie @Rickytinez

[@slowscape]

These PO’s have popped up all over my feed lately!

[@BeatsBeneath]

It's a sign

[@slowscape]

Si Hargreaves 😂 I think so

[@FreeBeat]

@@slowscape There are worse problems to have!

[@kmk4960]

DudE!!! You make it look too easy!!! It looks like you're having a blast when you make beats. That's what I strive for!!! Great Vid!!!

[@nickskywalker2568]

Man this sound is dope! Needs a tonic now :)

[@GarHoover]

Dude, the Tonic is instant fun! Do it!

[@simondanielssonmusic]

Every week I'm looking forward to wednesday for my favourite podcast, and saturday for my tinez vids

[@ruethemaker5069]

I need to get me a few of these "toys", with rechargeable batteries of course.

[@wiidlbeetle3857]

RueTheMaker I think they make ac adaptors for them. I hate using equipment with batteries.

[@ruethemaker5069]

@@wiidlbeetle3857 I agree, though I do enjoy using rechargable batteries for my SP-404SX.

[@wiidlbeetle3857]

RueTheMaker that sp404sx is a cool sampler. Looks like it would travel really well and has some good onboard features

[@RaverOperatorGeeza]

@@wiidlbeetle3857 have you used an Akai MPC, if so, how do they compare? Thanks :) 🤗

[@danielbarry5547]

Anybody know where I could get a good deal on SP404?...Any model is fine with me

[@adamkrasneski3679]

Hey ricky. Annoyed with the battery sitch with po's myself. Then found out theres something called 'battery eliminators' u can buy for just this type of situation. Currently shopping around for some. Nice vid btw.

[@jthorpe4droid]

I hate changing the batteries in mine, as it feels like I'm going to break something or bend it. But I do like the POs, but PO-20 is my fav!

[@GraemeMarkNI]

PO-20 is the only one I see as “standalone”... maybe the KO.

[@mikeexits]

Rechargeable batteries for the win! Definitely the best investment I've made for my Circuit and Volcas.

[@distortimus7631]

Imagine coming to a gig with only those 4 little things😁

[@ruslanr.6171]

and no batteries, oops

[@benjaminbrand3714]

Literally peak hipster

[@Nerdboy456]

what are those headphones? dunno if i've seen those in your videos before

[@wiidlbeetle3857]

This was a cool project. Been interested in how far you can push the POs. Love your vids Ricky!

[@Eklipsemedia]

4:55 reminded me of the H3 podcast theme progression aha. Great work as always!

[@tides6489]

The tonic sounds really great.

[@theycallmejpj]

I have done a couple of full albums where I only use a single pocket operator on my channel (no, not the KO!)

[@Beatz-Pocket]

You are getting skinnier and skinnier. Do i habe worry about that or what’s wrong ? Smooth house beat 👍🏽

[@Stilvoid]

Great video! I have a few POs that I don't use enough. Gonna have to get my jam on!

[@luckyllou7325]

...inspiring as allways. Thanx & greetz from Germany. I realy like the mood & look of your vids!

[@marshalsea000]

Thanks Ricky, great vid as normal - very inspiring to get my backside off of the VSTs into the world of physical again! One problem on this video is the volume is a little low - just did 08:00 moment to myself switching to a different video! :O

[@Kaixo]

That's some very sharp and snappy drums!

[@MaverickM1]

You really need the “robot” po for some cool leads..

[@gelatinous6915]

DON'T leave the ops sitting around with no case for a long period of time. They aren't static-protected and can be bricked from normal amounts of static. I learned that the hard way

[@reazallykhan]

Hey bro...they don’t provide cables or lead ...I’ve followed your instructions and I’ve managed to get my 3 po synchronised but one of them doesn’t have sounds but it’s in clock .... any idea what’s wrong bro ??

[@kaylab7565]

You’re so talented! 😭👏🏾

[@MikusMusic]

Loving this man! It's so cathartic! The KO is the shiiiiiii!!!

[@SH-ry2xi]

Brought it around in the end

[@Werbeperlen]

Your best PO-Set ever!

[@vvveenn]

When that clap slotted in 👌

[@thankyougohome8860]

that sample was so nice

[@dumafuji]

Love the fun vibe on this. Thx for some inspiration.

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

@Ricky what are your thoughts on the PO modular system? Looks cool but I suck at DIY electronic kits and cannot solder to save my life.

[@BilboXBagginL0L]

i recently bought a rhythm and fair to say, that thing is amplified by the gods..

[@michaelhonormusic]

Haha. Great beat you made with those tiny kickin toys 👍😊

[@sonicultura]

It’s supertight! One thing I always thought about doing was splitting those output signals to some pedals as well what you think @Ricky Tinez? :)

[@MinhNguyen-ic5lk]

Awesome!! Thanks for sharing this cool stuff. Keep it up!

[@TJNorton]

This is amazing. Thanks for the constant info and inspiration sir 👏

[@ricklkkwok]

Love this dude. Can u tell us when the launchkey is launching?

[@17valley]

These are awesome. Great vid as always. Anybody know if you can record POs onto a Tascam DP-006?

[@LOHTANGCLAN]

Heh, I've put my PO-Speak down too many times as well. Hope you give it some love in a future PO video! :)

[@Morberis]

Do you have any issues chaining 4 PO's together? That's 1 thing I see people talking about. I did find 5 PO's did have issues. One thing I found really fun is transferring something from the PO 33 to the PO 35 for different editing options or for recording without the PO 35's filters.

[@MrFox.1995]

I know it may sound stupid, but how can I plug the pocket operator 12 into my mixer, does it send stereo output or just mono, I was thinking on buying a trs 1/8 to double 1/4 trs, would it work ???

[@dudemanxx]

Beautiful moment with that extra bass hit at 20:49... shame it didn't make the cut! Great jam my man, as always.

[@chevy4x466]

That little pop at the end of each measure really made the song for me. I guess it is literally a 16th note at the end of every measure.

[@jacobhey6008]

random access batteries

[@iamsimonmorris]

That was great...simplicity.

[@JoshIsMakingMusic]

Love seeing the Pocket Operators.

[@VanBroicz]

The pocket operators are quite hackable. You dont need batteries at all. I have one in my modular synth running on a Doepfer power supply and synced by an LFO

[@domejunky]

'this swing is nar nar' - classic!