Teenage Engineering OP-Z Walkthrough (Overview)

[@RedMeansRecording]

Hi, thanks for watching. I have 8 of these videos scheduled this month, 2 a week. This gives me some time to work on a new OP-Z set. If you want to watch all of them now, they're available to my Patrons on Patreon. You can peep that here: patreon.com/redmeansrecording Have a great day.

[@louierubio]

Red Means Recording mama mia

[@markfelixm]

Dude, thank you!

[@keroviniks]

"Super panic, like my life" One of the biggest moods to come from this channel

[@BrotherSkodidi]

Seriously. I was "#MOOD" when he said that.

[@graphi_kael1567]

"Took me a while to love it".

[@ninetytwotil]

I can't believe this is free. Subscribed here and on Patreon. Thanks for making this series on the Z, I've learned so much from just this one video. Keep doing what'cha do!

[@johnmadere]

Love how in depth you go. Great video, as always. And I like this machine, but still wish it had a built in screen. And I wish the OP-1 didn't cost as much. And I also wish for world peace and free pizza for everyone.

[@BrandoLuis]

9:18 Jeremy talking to cable : "stop doing that" Cable: *stops*

[@SHINdanny]

9:23 Cable: disobedience mode

[@daves6189]

Thank you so much for this! I just got an OP-Z as my first real foray into electronic music production. It's a pretty intimidating device and the learning curve has been steep (especially since I don't have an apple device for the screen). Looking forward to watching the rest on patreon! This was really helpful already

[@strangersun7721]

One is arriving in my mail today. Can't wait! Thanks for these videos. They are fantastic.

[@14rss]

I really love your videos. Maybe I've been living under a rock but now your using your voice. Keep it up Jeremy!

[@reneschier663]

The greatest overview about that beautiful musical instrument. Jeremy - just a great Job!

[@virgobro2025]

I just got OP KO. It has way more potential then I thought it would.

[@LukePetruzzi]

Love the OPZ, and love you Jeremy!! You were a big inspiration for me getting into making videos. ❤️🙌😍

[@adamtwigger2110]

Hey, thanks, completely over looked the importance of the phone/ipad addition before, it helps sooo much when learning the OP-Z, many thanks Jeremy.

[@bboyeducator]

YES!!! I will continue the journey

[@bboyeducator]

Ps. Thank you so very much!

[@BrotherSkodidi]

Makes me wish I'd done more with music post-high school. Ever a treat Jeremy!

[@emanonmax]

Finally a video about a synth that I can own. And in fact own _before_ the video was released

[@Mrvince1300]

My gosh is this thing overwhelming... I'm still trying to figure out the OP-1 lol. It looks like a ton of fun though !

[@jessiebotelho8695]

I got mine a couple weeks ago and have been waiting for some good tutorials to come out. I can’t wait to see what you put out!

[@NoirEtBlancVie]

I always feel like I’d enjoy the Teenage Engineering stuff...I think I feel overwhelmed by its capabilities. My basic ass brain 😥

[@bepowerification]

I have the same feeling - then I realize they are WAY overpriced..

[@seqord]

Dude you'd be fine. They're about the only synths I can understand - they're weird and there''s a lot they can do but everything is so heavily designed around making sense within itself, it all just clicks.

[@FutureShadow117]

start with a pocket operator, they're a lot of fun to play around with

[@ILLUDIUM_Q_36]

Leaning this things workflow takes me back to when I was learning the functions of my mpc2000. One operation at a time until its familiar

[@matt-lang]

As with any physical music tool, I always recommend reading the manual/overview of the features at the start, but then from there just dive in and mess around with it. There's a ton of depth in TE's stuff, and the way their products are designed makes them really fun to just play with so you can often mess around and come up with some cool stuff.

[@geoffwhite8821]

A few seconds in.. I can thank you for your efforts.

[@ortistmusic]

Nice video man. I'm seriously considering buying it so I'll watch the others at that stage. Definitely agreed with you though, I'm also visual and I'll need to use the app. I mean the app is actually one of the main reasons I'm interested by this product. Very portable. Just that, a smartphone some headphones and you're read to do some music, sounds pretty cool to me!

[@Khordmaster]

@6:03 you can by going into that tracks yellow page by hitting shift 3 times and rotating the right most Dial

[@TheMattAMusic]

Heard YOUR VOICE. Freaked out. Recomposed. Resettled. Ready to watch :)

[@cam520i]

Thank you so much for doing this! I’m currently marking tech house and I’m gonna get a op-z soon, this is super helpful!

[@BrandoLuis]

I fully understand 2 out of 3 things he's saying about it 100% would watch again

[@echo_opera]

Awesome overview. Love your work! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Cheers!

[@Eidraify]

Green knob killed me and my ocd. Anyways great video, happy to learn more about the z-boi

[@QuantumKatmusic]

Thankyou, just got the op z, love the one, still learning the z but I like it so far but a bit of a mystery to me, only day 2 with it

[@stevecurcuru]

So glad you finally got into the op-z! Hoping you eventually go over using it with the op-1; with a USB adapter you can use the op-1’s keys and sequencers on the z.

[@RedMeansRecording]

i honestly probably wont. i like to focus on one device at a time.

[@grandzmuzik]

Thanks for the OP-Z resources links. Gonna give it a second chance. Thanks to you.

[@vernacular1483]

I’m pretty confident that if you want us to love the op-z that there’s something there worth loving. I look forward to the next instalment 👍

[@MattGreerMusic]

Really like that chewy bass patch. A lot of bite to it.

[@jerrylittlefield9663]

Matt Greer Music, pun intended?

[@XanderEwald]

Brillant, thanks for making this!

[@evankeal]

DMX caught my ear big time. That is crazy. And it sounds like I can control in real real time, meaning not tied to a bpm.

[@uminekooo]

日本語字幕を付けてくださりありがとうございます！

[@dscoder]

Great video! Such a clear explanation

[@jasonsullivan4957]

So the OPZ seems like an OP1 but you provide the screen via phone or tablet. Is that correct or can the OP1 do more?

[@RedMeansRecording]

The opz is a sequencer and performing device. The op-1 is a recording device.

[@weepwow]

Hey Jeremy, great tutorial, I always dismissed the OP-Z, but recently have become semi-interested. Would you still recommend getting one in May, 2021 - 2 years after you did this video. I am focusing less on eurorack and more into desktop boxes, sampling and FX, Ableton etc. Your thoughts.. appreciated, thanks!

[@imissmykids4206]

Great video man. I love mine.

[@nozaihaus7053]

Yaz!!! Z TENCHO! I love my Z like you Mr. Red.

[@chrisbliss7130]

nice! loving the vibes in your videos! funny, how lots of people say „it ist so expensive/tiny, looks like a toy“. same people: iphone x? take my money, apple. 😆

[@mugglepower]

honestly if the opz has a screen I would have gone for the z instead of op1

[@rob.carrillo]

Really hoping you do a video on dmx. I have this dream of controlling the lasers in the Laser Dome with the opz for ultimate wackiness.

[@RedMeansRecording]

I hope to have a chance to as well

[@felipefs106]

It would be nice if someone could show how the synth engines sound, I don’t really know how the filter sounds or how does behave with pads, bass, etc. Everyone seems to be worried about the features and not the sound and how it compares to the op1

[@RedMeansRecording]

Next video

[@maunstermusic]

Here for the journey. Hope we don't die of dysentery.

[@samuelkelemen9597]

Thank you!

[@LavenderAudio]

I want to love this, but I just... can't. I'm not an Apple person, and while people say you don't need a display... It looks genuinely more intuitive with a display, and there's no way I can justify such a huge purchase. great video though.

[@CockatooDude]

For real, for this price you might as well just get ableton, some softsynths, an audio interface, and a used synth. More possibilities like that anyways.

[@LavenderAudio]

@@CockatooDude I already have all that and more. I love the idea of a portable workstation like the OP-1 for on the go ideas, but they're too wrapped up in 'design' over functionality >_

[@CockatooDude]

@@LavenderAudio Well, phone apps and small midi keyboards it is then. They take up about the same amount of space too.

[@KutayYavuzMusic]

@@CockatooDude Ipad and korg microkey air could give the same, if not better results imo.

[@CockatooDude]

@@KutayYavuzMusic Exactly.

[@capt_fruit]

I need that synth explanation video. I have no clue how to use them.

[@op-z]

thank you sir, trying to love mine

[@dRty88]

Can someone tell me if low pass/high pass filters can be used per track or for each sound which is used in the given project?? In the manual, it's in Master section which leads me that it will be applied to all tracks. I want to know if i can mix my stuff in this machine. Thanks in advance!

[@malcolmbliss777]

I love mine!

[@0oSiLveRo0]

I wish they would implement individual track control in the mixer, I usually use it without the screen and the groups aren't really enough and I end up having to go to the track and then adjusting the level on param4 page.

[@RedMeansRecording]

i agree

[@darrenwoodiwiss1987]

Awesome!

track volume without the screen is the red knob on the yellow parameter page I think

[@RedMeansRecording]

you are correct, but it's not accessible in the mixer page without the app

[@alexmint4998]

What means “super panic as my life”? You have a garage! So it’s pretty stable ;)

[@Reds3DPrinting]

Any word on when op-1s will be back In stock?

[@RedMeansRecording]

i have no idea.

[@Blight-fp3vt]

"I bought myself an iPad to go with this". I'm out.

[@gregorytaffer6758]

You literally dont even need one. If you dont mind menu diving its nowhere near necessary

[@GonxalusAika]

The recording button is not red :(

[@JeffScroggin]

Looking forward to this series. Would love to see a breakdown of the live set you did as well.

[@jerem680]

Got one but I think they should have added a little oled screen AND sampling capabllities. I don’t sell it because i hope future firmware will add sampling..... but maybe I’ll sell it for an op-1 or digitakt

[@Morenoo]

Sup Jeremy! Thanks for your videos btw... one question.. Do you still like it?? (the op-z)

[@RedMeansRecording]

I liked the sequencing but everything else was shoddy.

[@Tconcept]

So you need an I pad to use this properly?

[@squnxfisher9831]

neat little thing but it looks a bit too small to work with I think

[@giovanniberton7127]

I don't know, I feel like the op1 is simpler, and in its being simpler it seems it has more tools I can actually use and play with.. Dunno. Will watch the series cause I wanna clarify this doubt

[@JeffRamos9000]

I'm so glad you're doing this. My biggest question is, in Master, can you set a key/scale and will all the appropriate keys light up for that scale like they would in say, the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol keyboards? And second to that, in Chords mode, can you set the types of chords you want and if you're set to a specific key or scale, will the chords play appropriately? Thanks in advance!

[@RedMeansRecording]

Honestly the master is a little weird to me still. I'm not sure.

[@JeffRamos9000]

@@RedMeansRecording From their site: "the master track allows you to transpose selected tracks and create harmonic chord progressions. the OP-Z automatically analyses the notes used in the bass, lead, arp and chord tracks to determine the key of the pattern. using the piano keys it is then possible to change key / mode. use the dials to control the master effects and filter. " So looks like it analyzes what key you're in and you can transpose after the fact? Seems kinda weird. If you ever get a chance to check that out in the future, I'd appreciate it.

[@backstab334]

Hey Great tutorial amateurs question. How do I get the patterns to play in sequence..?

[@HobbertSharp]

I'd be curious to know what you think of the instrument now that a few years have past, and how well your OP-Z has held up. (I've heard some troubling reports that the instrument doesn't hold up well to regular use over a couple years.)

[@RedMeansRecording]

i sold it due to technical issues.

[@HobbertSharp]

@@RedMeansRecording Thank you for responding. I'm sorry to hear that you had issues, too. It's a shame. TE makes gear that always looks so tantalizing, but with stories like yours, I don't know if I'll ever take the leap. I really appreciate you and your videos. You help inspire me to make better and better music. :) Thanks again, for taking the time.

[@asce491]

How did you learn how to do all of this, and what would you recomend to somebody getting into it

[@thomasnunn6343]

I had a dream in which I had one of these and then I woke up and still didn’t have one. What do you think it means?

[@virgobro2025]

You're obsessed with synths like me

[@viniciusmarchesin]

Means you're broke.

[@thomasnunn6343]

Vinicius Marchesin I was afraid of that.

[@downer9098]

get out more

[@Adrian-me3tg]

OMG such opz

[@A_Wild_Dyzzy]

that green knob is not aligned like the other three and that slightly bothers me.

[@Feanarth]

At first I was kinda sceptical about the lack of a screen but seeing how fast your pad reacts I see the benefit of screen size and portability. Have to give it to TE, smart move.

[@luxurychapters6826]

No one ever talks about it but there is also mic with it's own fx button for it I believe

[@RedMeansRecording]

Derp. Yeah I haven't messed with that at all.

[@luxurychapters6826]

@@RedMeansRecording then you would appreciate this check this out it's pretty dope! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6TCmoZ-atKFlZI

[@owls6514]

Table means recording??

[@phreakout93]

Would you recommend this over the pocket operators?

[@kreativ_sein]

Where did you got this nice looking knobs?

[@Renzsu]

I would never buy hardware that relies on an app this much.. I’ve been burned by apps not being supported anymore by Apple updates in the past. Who say’s this will still work ok in 10 years time?

[@ckbarlow]

You don't have to use the app. RMR/Jeremy seems to prefer using it whereas Cuckoo barely uses it in his OP-Z vids that I've watched so far.

[@ninsaburo14shiratori]

Red means Illuminati... I knew it....

[@thegroove2000]

I am trying to like it.

[@rtxf]

I still think I'd pick 1 op-1 over 5 op-z's

[@ShakaLakaMTB]

Hi! Are you going to show how to import your own synth and drum samples from OP-1?

[@JoeyLindsay]

Just got one on its way to my house...

[@carlobolla]

The other videos are private :( Great series tho, i am looking forward to seeing the other episodes :)

[@RedMeansRecording]

You may have missed my post yesterday: I'm releasing 2 a week this month. Patrons get all of them today.

[@WARDISWARD]

Can you adjust parameters on the ipad , or solely from the op-z ?

[@RedMeansRecording]

both

[@JL0ndon]

I have been playing with synths and sequencers for quite awhile. I have a ton of pocket operators, and have quite a few korg machines and vocoder. I love the opz and been researching it and the OP1 for ages. I’m thinking I’m finally ready to buy one. Does anyone have advice which way to go? I feel like I’ve watched a million videos and still haven’t figured out what i should get

[@christianeldringhoff4241]

The op-1 is gonna do everything for you, but at a very steep price. It can essentially be used as a stand alone work station and it is also a bit easier to use. The op-z is more fit to go into a already existing setup and is perfect for sequencing drum beats and such. I have a op-1 and I absolutely love it but for the new price of 1399 I don’t think I would have even paid that for it. To be honest I would not sell it even for 1400 dollars though. I love it. My friend has a op-Z though so I have some experience with it.

[@JL0ndon]

@@christianeldringhoff4241 i think i found a used op1 for under a thousand from an old college friend so your comment has kinda put me over the line and think I’m going to go for the op1 because an all in one is something I’ve never had. Everything i have has been run through other stuff. Thanks for the feedback!

[@steveedwards4495]

Hi bud, does this work with android devices? Thanks

[@SapphosSails]

If you could only have one: OP-Z or OP-1 which would you opt for?

[@RedMeansRecording]

Right now, op-z, but it has some pretty annoying limitations

[@julianhernandez2393]

When are the future ones coming out? All the next videos are in private mode

[@RedMeansRecording]

check video description and pinned comment

[@tomkenning5482]

I'm a student on a budget. If I buy the OP-Z it will likely be the only piece of music gear I get for a while. Worth buying? If not, what is?

[@RedMeansRecording]

What are you trying to accomplish

[@GetUpOnItLikeThis]

Based on my research, usually novation circuit is recommended for a budget DAWless groovebox. This is the next highest, and then you have the deluge and op-1. I got this and I'm having a blast. I'm glad there's more tutorials out there now. Jeremy is my synth hero

[@RedMeansRecording]

Yeah the circuit is great, but the op-1 is more fun.

[@tomkenning5482]

@@RedMeansRecording I just want versatility really. I write electronic music, sort of chilled laid back stuff so the more versatile the better

[@RedMeansRecording]

the deluge would probably be worth checking out.

[@ujjayisoundsystem]

Where did you get those knobs?

[@virgobro2025]

Seriously, does Teenage Engineering only make UI apps for Apple and not Android?

[@RedMeansRecording]

It's an issue with Android's ability to offer latency free audio or something

[@RockwellAIM65]

The interface looks _really_ irritating. I have to thank you coz I was thinking about picking one of these - nahhhh not gonna go there. Will pick up the Yamaha instead.

[@skylermolina2574]

Can I use my macbook air to run the app I'm pretty sold on this thing at this point

[@RedMeansRecording]

Someone has an ios Port of it that's unofficial but without a touchscreen it's kinda useless. Dunno if the air has a touch screen.

[@theoddfather5598]

The app is now officially on Mac OS!

[@skate2him]

I suggest "pitch nub" lol

[@disxiple_113]

SUPER PANIC, LIKE MY LIFE. (Me and my gf busted out laughing...classic.)

[@ListerTunes]

So in theory this can give it to DMX?

[@RedMeansRecording]

Z gonna give it to ya

[@rodrigovalenzuela5772]

1:19 LOL

[@aregal]

Where do you get your cables? Haha

[@user-se4zx6ri1k]

I just wish it was less expensive.

[@c4pt1n54no]

What. You have a voice?