Pro 3 Top Features // A Super Fun Synthesizer

[@Xanadu1115]

Press Transpose Down + Latch to quickly initialize a patch.

[@ctrlaltgroove]

I dont need it. I dont have room for it. So I’m getting it.

[@keithbarnhart6952]

That may be the best reason I have ever for buying something.

[@patricklaureys1249]

Makes perfect sense to me!

[@smartwerker]

same!

[@magaschicago]

Dying 😂😂

[@opticalman6417]

that make no sense

[@quitthecircuit]

Feels like we are starting to approach the next wave. The UI and feature sets being released this year are inspiring. A natural progression back to hands on.

[@RickyTinez]

You were onto something! Looking at this comment 4 years later and it feels like we've arrived haha!

[@vasil3089]

I absolutely love synths and electronic music but sometimes let the laziness get to me. People like you always inspire me to work harder. Thank you!

[@HotStrange]

Amazing demo as always! So true what you said about the guys at Sequential, Dave included. It’s clear that they genuinely love what they do and I believe it truly shows through their gear, their demos, and their amazing customer service. I knew I had to have the Pro3 as soon as it was announced. I’ve preordered one now, and it will be my first Sequential synth. I can’t wait.

[@dalelaushman8749]

Ricky, I just learned this from a post on Bentley Dean's cover of the Pro 3; to quickly get a Basic Patch on the Pro 3 you can hold the Octave Down button + Slide Latch button. I just tested and it does indeed work! Cheers,

[@lionelgarcia7227]

Solid info, thank you 🙏🏼.

[@DELO480]

That last bit you talked about to the cam was exactly what I felt when I was watching some NAMM vids. I'm also a guy who LOVES to talk about synthesis in any shape. The love and thought that goes into these devices is just a joy to see. I love all these vids dude.

[@ToyKeeper]

This is the synth which finally got me interested in Sequential's products. It's not the most powerful synth ever, but its design is incredible and it really invites the user to explore and get messy. The human element is amazingly well done.

[@lehviminder2120]

Thank you for the videos, they're helping me so much in my synth journey, from your pocket operator videos to your live jam set-ups, thank you so much!

[@sauce_aux]

I would say it’s a contender for one of the best synths, if not the best mono synth ever made. It’s amazingly deep for how straight forward it is. It really tells you something when a company gives you features you are familiar with but you end making sounds you have never made before, with the same tools. DSI/Sequential nailed it with the “push & turn” mod routing. The Rev2 has that function, and seeing that transferred to the Pro 3 was great. Makes a world of difference when noodling.

[@billybartcody3591]

Please share more Pro 3 content, this thing is a modern classic.

[@robappleby583]

To me the Pro 3 is really a powerful modular with a feature rich sequencer/arpeggiator and a keyboard on-board. It's so easy to set up complex modulations, I really love that in just a few steps you can get places you probably wouldn't have imagined ahead of time, and it nearly always sounds good (a matter of taste of after all). Every time I play it - which is every day - I discover new directions. Even things that I don't really find useful (like the tuned feedback and grunge settings) I'm sure sooner or later I'll have a eureka moment with. Just a fantastic machine and incredible value for money if you consider how much all this would cost in modular terms.

[@MSPatterson]

That note-rotating paraphonic thing is sick, so much variety out of a single chord input. Be a bit tricky to reproduce in a modular, have to do a bunch of envelope retriggering and switched sequence/arp routing or something like that.

[@bobtronic73]

Wow, this is one of the best designed synths I've ever seen (and heard). The usability and its depth is impressive. Thanks for the video.

[@jf542]

the whole part where you are playing with the paraphonic arp is one of the best synth sounds ive ever heard

[@enigmasounds]

Thanks for the video and the shortcut for INIT/reset patch is - DOWN AND LATCH together.

[@carsonday8190]

Great video Ricky! Quick tip, you can set the basic patch by holding the transpose down button and pressing the slider latch button. Hope this helps!

[@yongamusic]

Chipmunk Jones Dude, stop it.

[@gordonbennett7931]

@Chipmunk Jones Have you ordered your Pro 3 yet Mr Jones? You clearly can't keep away from demos of this beast. Just accept defeat and give in to those urges. By the way, I used to own the DSI Mono evolver (keyboard version). Loved the sounds but hated the user interface so ended up selling (somewhat reluctantly). Now with the release of the Pro 3 it will get me in a similar ball park of industrial nastiness but the UI and sequencer takes it to another level in my opinion.

[@0e0]

it was one of the most exciting things at namm this year for me

[@MythMakerMusik]

I've watched this video like five times just to listen to you noodlin' around on this synth. It sounds sooo good. Great demonstration! I'd love a video where you're just jammin' and dronin' on this thing for like 45 minutes. Mesmerizing.

[@buildingblocks8287]

Agree! Happy to own the pro2... most underrated synth ever... the 3 seems to have a few new tweaks, especially in the sequencer. great one from dave as always. Using it with modular gear is absolutely amazing

[@lexi0006]

So true. I wish I could upvote your comment a couple or times! I love my Pro-2 and the incredible modular system I’ve built over the years. Add Arturia’s Keystep Pro and/or Beatstep Pro and you have amazing flexibility and power.

[@Cesiumswimsuit]

Your genuine enthusiasm for its sound and the impressive array of capabilities convinced me! I’ve been eyeing it for months but I just placed an order and can’t wait to try it for myself

[@TROGULAR10000]

Full manual is definitely cool. This synth is cool, love the layout, everything is right where you need it and the touch strip in addition to the wheels is really cool. Price is pretty reasonable too

[@WayneLansdowne]

Please gets some more content out about the Pro 3. This has been the best YT video on one so far!

[@Relaxanddo]

Thanks for making this video. There's so little content about this synth for how incredible it is!

[@frankjuno8808]

have to say.. after one year, still this is the best video demonstrating the PRO3.

[@RoryRonde]

man....pfffff...... this synth sounds so extremely dope.....what a masterpiece!!..really in love with it...it's like it has everything, that full creaminess but also that immediate-in your face- punchy sound......the filter is vibe AF ...really love the way you demonstrate this bro! keep up the good work

[@Horndogthehorneddog]

Man this thing is awesome. This channel always inspiring me to pick up synths. Definitely gonna have a collection some day

[@LukezyM]

But, do we make music or just collect synths, that’s the real question..

[@drill2.087]

This thing is going to go great right next to my Korg Wavestate

[@lifesynthtance]

So enjoyable to watch and listen, great stuff. My desire to own one of these beauties has increased dramatically since checking out your great intro to the Pro 3. Awesome job Ricky !

[@stip9170]

Kinda felt like i was watching Bobb Ross - Synth edition. Great content

[@frasersimpson3914]

that arpeggiator with the overlapping osc values: instant caterina barbieri

[@420gravy4]

Finally got to jam on one at Perfect Circuit. I could go on for hours about all the things I love about the Pro 3, but I will sum it up with this- I'm definitely getting this synth next. I can't wait to hear what you cook up with yours! Thanx 4 posting 😎

[@MikeGomeztheDMG]

I’m seriously considering this for my first hardware synth. Thx for the great vid RT 🙌

[@marcthomas8192]

Awesome video!! There is definitely an emotional component about musical instruments which has a huge influence on the decision to buy one. There is no shame in showing that. And Dave Smith's gear is always great.

[@qdmfrance]

100% agree with what is said in this presentation. I just received my Special Edition one and it is awesome.

[@damondarkwalker]

I love that Dave has done such a great job and now the synths even look better. I have a MoPhoK and a Prophet'08 and they are fantastic machines.

[@oneeyewanders]

Oi! This got a shout out from Sequential!!! Was in my facebook feed. Congrats!

[@rgcmusic]

I'm excited to get mine delivered. I sold a Grandmother, A Nord Rack 2, a Minilogue, some old samplers, and a few pedals so I can get this beast. (I also got an Minilogue XD Module). I think I made the right choice.

[@johnpaton9587]

sold your Grandmother, really, i love that synth!

[@rgcmusic]

@@johnpaton9587 The Pro 3 does so much more. I miss the reverb only, but I also have a intellijel spring reverb. Get a Pro 3.

[@jeanbeezy]

the versatility of this synth is awesome, from warm to lo-fi to harsh - everythings there. and you didn't even bother about adding effects. have to say i really enjoyed the sound of that reverb from some of the demos though. bout to take a dump on my savings.

[@scottm8685]

So a while back you sold me on the Zen Delay, now you've sold me on the Pro 3. I have a couple of things lined up ahead of it, but it'll be next up on my list. Great video.

[@davidbenasulin]

Nice video!! You talked from the heart and full of passion about that amazing machine!!! Made me want to buy one!

[@donartyone3258]

Great video! Lots of inspiring ideas and dope sounds. This synth is so great! I appreciate you sharing your experience and passion. I would have one in my place right now if I didn’t already own the Pro2 and the Prophet 6.

[@Novaheart1998]

I agree this is one of the best mono/para synths ever.

[@Bladi4n]

Your explanation of why you love paraphonic synths was so clear! I love it too now

[@Lagspike99]

what timestamp is this? cant find it

[@vaspers]

16:40 begins the "is whacked out" phase. Now I want this Pro 3. Thanks for all your fascinating, smart videos! You rock!

[@m.g.kroger]

Thank you! That's a Pro 3 video that brings me where I need to go, sound design, not simply features.

[@JuanAMatos-zx4ub]

Runner-up? Which one's your top synth?

[@na-dj6ob]

@Chipmunk Jones no

[@ToyKeeper]

IIRC, his top synth is the Peak.

[@ganjabudweedful]

Imagine waking up and having to be Chipmunk Jones

[@theeverydaykid72]

@@ganjabudweedful Oh god

[@JustinUrban1]

Ricky, love your videos! And now I cannot wait to get me one of these! I’ve always wanted a Dave Smith synth and didn’t know what one to put that hard earned $ towards, and this one seems like the most unique synth he has put out!!

[@pheotus]

Thanks dude I definitely gotta get this. Once all the crazy passes. 💕

[@substance90]

Jesus, I'm having a hard enough time to decide between a Hydra and a Peak, and now this...

[@LittleAmbientMachine]

Please don't compare the hydra with this baby. :)

[@atonegames]

Yeah, please dont compare digital with this Analog giant

[@ordinarypablo]

I’m stuck deciding between the analog four the hydra and this thing :(

[@atonegames]

@@ordinarypablo Dude, I just got it. Its basically the Hydra, but has two analog oscillators, which Hydra does not. But, it's only 3 paraphonic notes at a time. It's super intuitive and instant playability. You can create some super thick crazy patches. Wavetables to make FM digital sounds, and digital fx to make analog sounds blend. It can sound aggressive asf, but needs some finesse to sound soft and lush.

[@ShaighJosephson]

I said fuk it and went all-in for a Montage... No regrets... ☺️

[@nelio123]

Thank you, your video sound me on the Pro 3. Got a used one and loved it immediately!

[@nextel94]

10:50 :O! Beautiful rich thick arp sound

[@jfphotoandlife8287]

The PRO 3 can become the heart of our system with its sequencer.

[@chriswickham4461]

Yes, this synth is so amazing !! I have the Prophet rev 2 also and love the things I can do with it too!! Sequential is one of the great synth makers !!

[@64hapz]

I just got back from visiting Perfect Circuit. Got to play with a subsequent 37, Moog muse, prophet 6, rev 2, OB 6 & a few other crazy synths including the Pro 2. I have to say that the Pro 2 was by the far the easiest & funnest to work with (I’ve never owned a synth). I love how other KZbinrs can make the other synths sound but I had a really hard time with the others to shape or come up with sounds as I played around but the pro 2 was very intuitive with the way the wave & parameters are displayed… now I’m here to see if Ricky can sell me on getting the Pro 3 as my first synth 😅 🤞🏽🤞🏽

[@dankefurnichts]

Now compare this to the Moog Subsequent 37 / Sub37 (what is my favorite Synth of all time until now) :-)

[@saxmidiman]

Get both. You can do some stuff on the MOOG that you can't on the Pro3.

[@TrenetiMusic]

So stoked watching this mine is already on the way in the mail. Can’t wait!

[@jusejuse11]

I love this video! It‘s one of my favorite videos on the whole youtube planet!

[@andyhsong]

rip dave! this synth is a beast

[@itsmejoewbrown]

That pro 3 would be great with my pro2! Definitely a purchase I'll be making.

[@ShaighJosephson]

Gotta say that this has some excellent sound design features... ☺️

[@SquarepulseMusic]

Wow you truly made this baby sing. The paraphonic arpeggio was such a delight!!!!

[@havokcc]

I recently got the medusa and a lot of the things you showed from the pro 3 applies. The paraphonic examples you used were very cler thanks!

[@bis5260]

Great Demo!! I LOve this Synth!! 😍

[@Ark-yq9em]

Same as me, I heard it and I knew had to have it, I bought it immidiately. And you're right, the best synth ever!

[@Red-gl2cb]

probably the coolest arpeggiator i have ever seen. and heard.

[@gergokovacs3332]

When you played by altering the parameters of of the arpeggiated chord, I thought how great would be to play any Bach preludes which includes arpeggio, like BWV 846, 848, 851, you change the chords progtession, while the synth plays the seqience, the play the bass note on another mono synth...

[@dalelaushman8749]

Thanks Ricky! Like you, the Pro 3 was my fastest synth purchase ever.

[@hustlebrooklyn]

You can also recall the Basic Program by simultaneously pressing the trans- pose down and the touch slider’s latch button.

[@5dgisd528]

22:30 Wave Reset is indeed a great feature, especially for really tight basses, like used in Psytrance

[@MikkelGrumBovin]

That movement from 12:21 to 12:38 .... OMG Ricky ! That is a SUPER cool melody N sound - You Should make a song on that theme ,- before i STEAL it ! 😂 So cool to see you work , i DO believe its a future Legendary Unit , Dave made here, so.... Perfect! !

[@Robguitarjarvis]

I wasn’t going to get another synth but the pro 3 really grabs my ear and I’ll have to have it when they’re here in the uk. Soon.😎

[@embazle]

Love your channel, congrats on the Pro 3!!!

[@overload8741]

Definitively need this synth!!! Look awesome to i love the modern style

[@leemortimer80]

You just sold a hundred of these 👍🏼

[@nicebigjuicycock431]

Lee Mortimer hundred and one bro

[@archologyzero]

And my AXE!

[@kellymerrill5294]

It’s about buying gear, who cares about making sounds. Status goal achieved

[@longshotkdb]

@@kellymerrill5294 why would you say that? sounds salty ...

[@ZenMountain]

@@longshotkdb not to a salesman.

[@richardfarabaugh7604]

Got to get it!! I absolutely have to get it!! See what you did!🤨🤨 Now I am gonna have to come up with the cash to buy one ASAP. Looks like I am gonna be doing some major overtime at work for the next three weeks or so. To hell with my electric bill for the month, it can wait. To hell with my gas bill for the month, it can wait. I abso-freaking-lutely HAVE to have one of these. It’s crazy, I haven’t felt this much intense need for a synth since I saw the Matrix Brute and unfortunately I never got one of those but I just want this one sooo bad I can’t stand myself. This thing seems like it would be my do all mono synth for years to come. Heck with the paraphony I might even get to pull off some chord type stuff with it. Of course my Deepmind will pretty much take care of those needs anyway. I know it’s pretty obvious by know what I think but I do have to say in my best fake British accent that this thing is a “Bloody Brilliant piece of kit!”

[@neilloughran4437]

Fantastic demo as usual.. I just bought one on the strength of your videos. Gives me the vibes of old C64 games like Forbidden Forest at times esp with those oscillator drones and tweaking...

[@EverettDudgeon138]

You can quickly get an initialized patch by holding down both transposition buttons and pressing hold. It’s a common short cut on most Sequential synths.

[@daniellafreniere15]

Great video that convinced me to buy this synth. Just pure joy 😊

[@Cautionary-Tales-Band]

Damn. That trick with the glide is dope.

[@DJJamel]

I’ve been dreaming about a sub 37 for years but I feel like I have to get this.

[@martinmohyla]

Same! I even had a Subsequent 37 ordered for weeks (was not in stock in my country, still isn't) but I just cancelled the order because today I've decided to watch some Pro 3 videos. Now I'm not sure what to do, lol.

[@dott.zenoregazzoni9905]

@@martinmohyla ahahahahah exactly the same here! Sub37 it’s out of stock by Thomann, while Pro3 is in stock... 😰

[@martinmohyla]

@@dott.zenoregazzoni9905 I did buy the Pro 3 in the end, and even grabbed the SE version, lol. My wallet is in a lot of pain now but it might be the best purchase of my life. I can't keep my hands off that thing, it's an incredibly addicting machine and the sound is simply stunning. It's also very user friendly and intuitive. I didn't have to look into the manual yet. I can only recommend this beast.

[@final_mile_music9713]

I have a subsequent 37. It’s beautiful. My pro 3 SE comes next week. Get both!

[@darrioushues8458]

I’d recommend getting both were kind of different the sub 37 is only a duo voice

[@richardfarabaugh7604]

I totally get what you mean at around 11:00 with the paraphony creating a randomish delay effect. Too cool. Holy crap I need one of these.

[@jppagetoo]

I know you are a very advanced synthesist, but you have managed to keep the wonder and joy in finding new sounds. You always seem like a kid discovering this stuff for the first time. Isn't that why we love these machines?

[@ZenMountain]

"A very advanced synthesist"? What??

[@gourkernow5694]

That Cutoff knob is design perfection!

[@MusicFed]

Gour Kernow YES

[@bisamkiez]

To be honest, you do sometimes sound like a salesperson in your videos, but you are also making among the best demos...

[@butch2811]

Led Zeppelin - No quarter vibes around 19:45, thanks for the review! Wish I had 1600 to drop on something like this.

[@Neurotypique]

A lot of cool things there are the same on the medusa by the paraphonic nature of it. It's 6 oscillators and one filter, though each oscillator has its own dedicated VCA. I wish medusa had per osc glide/slew! Thank you for this video and showing why paraphonic synths are great and not just half-assed polys

[@paleotone]

The “just turn the knob you want to assign it to” feature is what I was suggesting for the Peak mod matrix when I saw you working the booth at Moogfest. Any progress on that feature request? :)

[@chickenbath]

Just got microfreak with that feature and couldn't be happier

[@cold_fashioned]

Yes dude! Such an interesting synth, I'd love to get my hands on one someday.

[@geecen]

Great video man. You can really see this as an alternative to a modular system in a lot of ways. One question though: do you know what the main differences betweent his and the pro 2 are? I know teh pro 2 is 4 all digital osc, but is this new one more advanced in sequencing?

[@RundFyrkant]

Woah it sounds so good! Thanks for sharing

[@mougabo]

wow if they make a smaller desktop version im sold

[@izzzzzz6]

Smaller? You mean a box that you can plug a midi controller into?

[@mougabo]

izzzzzz6 well yes any device that I would be using as a “daw less brain”

[@izzzzzz6]

@@mougabo Yes, it can actually be a pretty good solution, i have an old Roland XV 20 20. It's synth in a box, it's a little limited but once i plug it into my Novation 25 i can access many features such as filters, oscillators, portamento, release etc. TBH this is fairly old tech now and i never got to grips on how many features i can really access for example, i wonder if i could implement or access some sort of arpeggiator with my setup but i doubt it's possible with that combination. Perhaps by programming it into the synth box by means of putting patches together but it would be a bit long winded and i never got to grips with all that, it's a bit tedious.

[@MusicGearNuts]

try the Tempest in synth mode ;)

[@UnknownHumanoid]

Why? Go big or go home.

[@touchclarity]

Dave owes you a Beer Ricky, just pre-ordered one of these purely on the strength of your Video....... Great job! ... :)

[@ElArtefakto]

steve cook same here

[@ztkspace5885]

I have returned to this vid a couple of times now. I been harping on about moog matriarch since it became a unit you could pre-order. When I hear moog i always kinda refer to it as a creamy sound with no compromise on quality of component that, has you knowing a rolls royce from a traban. I have been scoping which bank to rob to get me a matriarch. And then somehow I kinda intuitively think, i should be looking at this dave smith pro 3 i have just stumbled across. Now i am blown away. Pound for pound here in the UK, the matriarch is rolling out at 1979 pounds sterling whereas the pro 3 is @ a cool 1450. You get an awful lot of synth in both units that in essence make both very, very desirable. But, as a veteran, a poor lowly veteran with disability, i have plummed for the pro 3 and now talking to Dawsons Music to liaise with Sequential to get one this side of the pond. I have been blown away by how you have manipulated the pro 3 to get that FM Pad sound. Something that Marc Doty (AutomaticGainsay) has done with the Pro 2. At the 12 minute point in your vid I was sold. It is one hell of a beautiful sounding (and looking) synth. My much loved minilogue and roland jdxi are now going up on ebay to make room for the pro 3. Nice one dude. I watched one or two other vids on the pro 3 including a dave smith rep promo. But between you and Marc Doty you both give a really good overview of this and other units. You're up there with loopop and nick batt. Great vid, but then, all your vids are Tinez. BTW, you remind me of bukem, are you related? wouldn't surprise me. I shall be visiting this link again. It would be interesting to note if you concur with Marc Doty's video entitled pro 2 polyphony a and polyphony b on how to get the polyphony sound at maximum potential. The pro 2 has 4 OSC's though, which might give the better edge. Worth a look dude. You know the score but, could you concur with Mark Dotty? Here, a 3 track EP from a lowly amateur dude if you get the chance to kick back. There's still life in a limey yet. Just sayin, tippin hat off and giving feedback. NIce one Ricky Tinez. kzbin.info/aero/PLY9tltrk08ZmHTi5y5J7Tr4woxyNb4fQ3

[@ztkspace5885]

............as an aside, on the downside it only has a 3 octave fatar set of keys. could you recommend a fatar set of 88 keys just for midi control only? I have a set with midi capability but not, fatar quality with synth and velocity, and after touch behaviors. Keeping the price low, could you recommend an 88 set of midi keys? Best wishes.

[@ztkspace5885]

......lol. have anuva choon dude. tis a sub 37 doing the dialogue in the track. stay cool. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3yqppquhreeh6M

[@XOEYZIIE]

This synth is so great! I appreciate you sharing your experience and passion. I would have one in my place right now if I didn’t already own the Pro2 and the Prophet 6.

[@tamjames1496]

This year's Namm Convention triggered me so much I've got this, a korg Wavestate and a Hydrasynth on order. My eardrums haven't been this happy in years 😁🎶

[@lukehrm]

I currently watch this video multiple times a week. I want this one so bad.

[@lukehrm]

Update: I got it yesterday and I am in love

[@cellrok]

Yeah, gonna save up for one too. Too bad the special edition is overpriced. Would love the flip panel for better ergonomics. As for "INIT PATCH": on the Prophet Rev2 it is just as complicated to get to Basic Program, but there is a shortcut i learned waaay later. If you hold LFO-1 and LFO-4 and press HOLD it will initialize the patch. Since this machine sure has some heritage from earlier DSI products i bet there is something similar on the Pro3.

[@fuenstock]

cellrok Hold down octave down and latch buttons at the same time to go straight to int patch.

[@MandelscapeDA]

Could you please compare the Pro 3 state variable filter with the OB6 SEM filter??? We love you...

[@jondis]

ok ive only watched this about 20 times allready. love 10:34 , that 5th note tho ! I bought one today , waiting patiently now, lol.

[@mikeexits]

For some reason this is making me want the Ensoniq ESQ-1 that got away from me in an auction.