Teenage Engineering OP-1 | Introduction

[@Hell_Inc]

Teenage Engineering should feel forever in debt with you. The amount of (great and useful) content you created with their product is fantastic.

[@InactivePhoenix]

I wonder how many TE products have been bought as a result of people watching RMR videos. I'm pretty sure that's how I first heard about it

[@James-nj4pc]

As should other content creators who have modelled their whole channel based on RMR's original videos 😂

[@goahnary]

He's the reason I know about Teenage Engineering and the OP-1 at all.

[@Gamxin]

In debt is an understatement with these prices

[@thisfred]

Thank you, OP-1 kenobi

[@st0rmchild]

Obi Wan is (supposedly) named after a synth, but it was the Oberheim OB-1.

[@Skwirbz]

Underrated comment

[@coolquentin]

Thanks for this, not having watched the video I’m already felling warm and confortable here.

[@AbbasFatima-jd3ni]

​@@coolquentin❤😂🎉 0:49

[@DjSunexx]

this thing is the pinnacle of design in my opinion. The hardware as well as the software, it's just so incredibly clean built, the creative layout of the software, the big, thin numbers, I love it!"

[@KennyFairweather]

10 weeks of fumbling compressed into

[@kgbinfo]

Hey Jeremy, thanks for doing these videos. I've got an OP-1 again after being without one for several years, and I have to say it's definitely an essential instrument for me, despite its flaws. There's nothing else like it, and I have never had more fun making music than I have had with the OP-1. Quick note: the "envelope" in the drum engine is not an envelope, but a compressor. Took me forever to figure that one out, but yeah. The blue knob adjusts the attack portion of the compressor, the green knob adjusts the threshold, the white controls the decay/release, and the red controls the ratio.

[@RedMeansRecording]

oh legit! great tip!

[@DrewRichmond]

after about 6 years of trying to get this thing, i was finally able to afford it today! super happy

[@miguelr3135]

How much did you bought it for?

[@DrewRichmond]

@@miguelr3135 1100

[@Ghruuul]

So crazy, same here, got mine today as well.

[@GuyGamer1]

Aaaaaaaaaand now it's out of date. Oooof.

[@boredapathetic]

@@GuyGamer1 it’s a timeless piece of equipment dude. wth are you talking about

[@Benji.O]

Finally bit the bullet and bought myself an OP1 last week - this series couldn’t be more perfectly timed, thanks!!

[@Srcsqwrn]

So I've now happened across an OP-1, which is mindblowing on it's own... I never thought I'd have any proper synth let alone an OP-1. Starting my journey of learning now, very basic beginner at anything like this. I hope I can learn well! Thank you for this series!

[@JustinColavita]

for those who didn't understand at 4:28 about "shift and the envelope" I didn't understand what envelope was. it is when you have the blue curve you can edit (pressing 2 after choosing the synth) then shift by itself brings up that PlayMode and Portamento window. I don't really unerstand playmode yet, but protamento is how long you want the sliding to be between notes.

[@jamesbourne5905]

This is the best video about the OP-1 . Straight to the point . No mumbling . I love it

[@GreenHoleSun]

Thank you for this playlist, I finally got one second hand and for a decent price. I really like the form factor, the portability and the intuitive work flow. My biggest concern, on the other side, was that I could not export my songs as midi files to my "serious" DAW... Now maybe I found a solution and I want to share it with anyone interested. With the latest firmware you can finally export each track as single audio files, so you can import directly in ableton live as audio tracks. At this point simply right click a on the resulting audio clips and select "convert to" midi". You can choose "convert armony to midi", "convert melody to midi" and "convert drums to midi" according to the type of source material. Obviously, the cleaner the original sound is the better the results.

[@tybowesformerlygoat-x7760]

I'm really glad you've recently changed direction, for your better good. I'm also very grateful for all you've done here on KZbin up to this point.

[@ArisGerontakis]

Oh crap, sir! Here I was thinking “It’d be nice to get an OP-1, but I haven’t found a comprehensive tutorial to help out with the learning curve”. And then YOU upload this.

[@designate_om]

as someone who only recently bit the bullet, i can say that while there is a lot of depth to the thing, the learning curve is nothing to worry about. yes, i've had moments of uncertainty or frustration, but i've had plenty more 'eureka moments' and happy accidents from just messing around and figuring shit out

[@ArisGerontakis]

goatisdemen very glad to hear that. My reservations dwindle as we type.

[@iNerdier]

Cuckoo has had some up for years

[@kaibarrera9911]

You know these products come with manuals

[@ArisGerontakis]

@@kaibarrera9911 absolutely! I now need to purchase a manual and hope it comes with an OP-1!

[@mackflynt6094]

still wishing this thing wasnt 1300 dollars

[@iansmirna5183]

Well your wish has come true: the mk2 is now 2000! Millionaire’s hobby

[@joeanfinson2055]

Just saw this for $800 on Reverb

[@kace1k]

Literally

[@ashtonmark24]

Ebay

[@hulubangaGutenWami]

2000 now

[@enbloom]

Very simple and easy to follow. Just got my OP-1 secondhand and I can’t wait to dive into all of this! Thanks again!🍻

[@pvcscrow]

This is torture, I just had to sell a brand new one because I lost my job during covid and then you bring out great tutorials ;(

[@originellername3062]

I had to do the same because of the same reason. Then cracked Ableton and my music production took a huge leap in quality and complexity. Keep in mind even if your labtop sucks you can still freeze tracks in Ableton to keep CPU usage low. Also if you are a student you can get Live 10 Suite for 350 Euros. There is really no benefit of the OP-1 besides its portability. The whole "limitations spark your creativity" thing is just a huge marketing sceem imo (i think the opposite is true). Also ceep in mind that your op-1 wouldve broken at some point especially if you take it with you very often. Electronics will always break, the battery and buttons will suffer after some time. Also vibrations from transport will always fuck it up.

[@InactivePhoenix]

@@originellername3062 Not trying to be "that guy", especially with your German username, but it's spelled "keep" rather than "ceep"

[@originellername3062]

@@InactivePhoenix Oh yeah i only know english by traveling and internet :'D thank you for the advice

[@originellername3062]

@@InactivePhoenix its pretty unlogical tho i mean the letter in the start of creative sound just like keep and its different... but i mean german is way more unlogic where the table is male and the bottle is female :'D

[@iaial0]

@@originellername3062 also in Italian lmao

[@timeconsumer325]

man, this is amazing and potentially dangerous. I bought my op-z after watching your incredible tutorial series for that lil guy. Very much looking forward to watching.

[@whatevil]

Yessss. Thank you so much. I have an OP-1 and I've been intimidated by it because it's, as you say, a little inscrutable when you first get it. This is exactly what I've wanted.

[@midierror]

Nice, I've always loved the look of this thing but have never seen an overview of the basics. Excellent stuff!

[@oscarparra1645]

Literally just ordered one. I'm getting it in about 2 days. I'm really excited!

[@someoneyoubelong]

did you get it , how do you like it?

[@oscarparra1645]

@@someoneyoubelong it's amazing

[@someoneyoubelong]

@@oscarparra1645 When I'll gather enough money I'll buy it too , the live potential of this thing amazes me

[@GLVMR64]

I've had my Op-1 got a while but I know i've barely scratched the surface with it. Looking forward to more videos!

[@composersgarage]

Thank you because i have my OP-1 for 5 years now and still don't know what ive got in my hands lol

[@J4ck1140]

smh : (

[@Granniemama]

Okay so give it to me you fool

[@samsicles_jr]

Same! But I want to master it

[@SatanEatsJesus]

Same 😅 I've had mine for almost 4 years and I haven't a clue after spending several hundred hours with it

[@samsicles_jr]

SatanEatsJesus I’m kinda determined now to finally get to grips with it. I don’t know why, just realised it can’t be that complicated!

[@xndrxwsxnclxxr1599]

That little zoom in where you got the green thing off... idk why but that made me burst out laughing

[@scratchy523]

Ikr!

[@ryan2stix]

I have watched so many of your vids on this little thing and have been blown away by it, and equally confused..my brain hurts trying to figure this thing out haha

[@j__r0d]

Finally able to order my own OP-1 and am so glad for these vids while I wait for delivery, Jeremy!

[@CrypticDiabolo]

If there's one thing that can undeniably be said about the OP-1, it's that it looks really fun to play with.

[@shmiqqy]

for some of us it's actually really good gear for a casual creator, you can kill hours just messing around with samples and arranging them for a song, the four track limitation can be a bit annoying but that's what bouncing is for

[@chosenone543]

@@shmiqqy bouncing?

[@shmiqqy]

@@chosenone543 basically if you have three tracks and you "bounce" them, you've merged them into the spare fourth track and can then delete the other three to free up space for more tracks, the obvious drawback is that you cannot edit individual elements of it anymore

[@chosenone543]

S ? Oh I see, thank you for answering I’m trying to learn as much as I can

[@jeffryarchambeau5441]

Evergreen content! My third time watching: once for curiosity, then when thinking of buying, and now that I have one!

[@jeanseanmusic]

Have been wanting an OP-1 since I first saw your videos. Today I finally made the jump. Thank you for all you do.

[@Smmmile]

The new one just came out, maybe you should have waited.

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

@@Smmmile and it is sold out already

[@Smmmile]

@@SNORKYMEDIA Wow, and it's $2K as well. I just watched PlayPm's video on how to replicate the experience of the OP-1 for free and so I'm glad I didn't buy it personally, although it might be right for some people.

[@thebestdavidpeters]

I’ve had my OP-1 for about a year and used it a lot. Even with that I learned at least two new things with this intro video. Thanks RMR!

[@DeZomer35]

Did you have experience with synthesizers or piano before buying the OP-1?

[@thebestdavidpeters]

Yoeri De Zomer Very little. I can’t lie, with no quantize having better skills than I do would help me.

[@DeZomer35]

@@thebestdavidpeters Alright thanks for replying. Yeah well because you mentioned you've used it quite a lot over the past year I would think you have had some fun with it. And that's a plus for me since I don't have any experience with synth's. Actually planning to buy this thing tomorrow but have my doubts because of this reason.

[@thebestdavidpeters]

Yoeri De Zomer It’s not hard to use as a synth or program as a first synth. You can get a long way with the sequencers and some creativity. However, a bit of finger skill and timing also helps a lot. Personally it’s totally been worth it. Just makes me wish I was a bit better at playing the keys to get everything out of it.

[@soozafone]

I haven’t even clicked play yet but thank you so much for making this series. Your OP-1 videos inspired me to pick one up but I’ve been feeling pretty intimidated by it so far. I’m excited to dig in and start demystifying the process.

[@TheWriter86]

After all these years, I still can’t wait to get one of my own! Great video and explanation that make me want it more than ever. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Zullala]

I've been considering getting one of these for years. It's just so hard to pull the trigger on the price! But it looks so lovely to chill with.

[@rorz999]

It sucks. It's way, way overpriced. Sold mine after a week

[@Zullala]

@@rorz999 right! I wish it was closer to the $600 mark.

[@bjamiork]

I have an OP-1 arriving next week. Thank you for this, so much :)

[@repeat_defender]

That thing straight blows my mind, plus I love the way it sounds.

[@iamYork_]

Awesome video. Exactly what I needed to finally lure me into buying one... Looking forward to the rest of the series...

[@StrangelyIronic]

I built a mixing deck that uses the philosophy of a virtual tape system to function and record. The idea has its "flaws", but most of those are more just differences when compared to modern DAWs that make changing and editing a track on the fly easier. I got started building a studio room and booth when I had the resources and used an 8 track setup to record my random bits of synth, drums, etc. When I designed and built my digital version I tried to keep within the bounds of that 8 track system while adding in a lot of features the OP-1 aims for. I like the mix of limitations and possibilities this way of mixing promotes.

[@erickuentz1388]

This is the best OP-1 video I've seen.

[@bca5251]

Jeremy I had to seriously double check.... Like .. in all this time you haven't done exactly this already.... I'm thinking KZbin's algorithm is messing with me again, buy site enough, this is from 7 hours ago. Lol. Well, I'll watch these because you always come up with some new trick or thing I haven't thought of, but you already sold me on this little gem over a year ago 😍

[@amarug]

I am really on the fence about buying this. I don't know much about music theory, but I used to make electronic music on a Roland groovebox and loved it. This thing just looks sooo unique and clean - would it help me rediscover the joy I felt with the groovebox and help me get back into music?

[@tysonmoore5909]

I’m so glad that I got my OP-1 about a year ago, they’re so much more expensive now!

[@kademotycka3716]

I'm looking to buy one this is great timing for this to come out haha

[@davidzwitser7181]

I am selling mine! I don't know how far you live but maybe we can make a nice deal.

[@playingforghosts]

Don’t buy it

[@kademotycka3716]

@@playingforghosts why?

[@kademotycka3716]

@@davidzwitser7181 haha I don't have enough money yet but thanks

[@playingforghosts]

If you’re an artist who doesn’t have a lot of money, go for something more reliable and cheaper. Yeah rich you tubers can afford this equipment and afford to have it malfunction, but recently since teenage engineering became popular I believe their build quality and quality control has went wayyyy down. They used to charge a couple hundred bucks cheaper. Look into it malfunctioning, many people, with warranty, have had this issue and teenage engineering just sends you to a 3rd party guy that you have to pay $50 for him just to look at it

[@PreRendered]

This is the rebirth of inspiration that my OP-1 and I needed. Thanks for the great work as always, J-Dog.

[@r3dsnow757]

Considering buying the OP-1 Field i'm scared of quality issues and spending soo much on something like that. Then i asked myself if i couldnt compromise on the og OP1 and save money when i realized how much amazing ressources i already have from channels like you, with proof enough that its still somewhat is good at what it does and that i don't need all the new stuff.

[@BarryGrueter]

Awesome, I just got my op1 and this is great.👍Thanks

[@hey_pj]

Thanks for this series! I’ve had an OP1 for several months and I am still learning about all of the things it’ll do.

[@ericah7305]

most informative series on OP-1

[@cbgbt]

Got my OP-1 while locked at home and it is reaaaaaally fun. Your content on KZbin inspired me to get it, happy to see you putting out some getting started content!

[@Mark-qj5kp]

My Op-1 just arrived today, stoked to dive into this playlist, Jeremy! Thanks for making these. Really been enjoying your channel. :-)

[@iShredStreets]

Are you still using it?

[@zroeder]

I feel so lucky because I just bought one of these. Thank you!

[@sensitiverambo]

Just got one of these second hand. The sequencer is so inspirational. Thanks for makong such a helpful video.

[@nifty8327]

I’ve gonna try and save up for it and I’m super excited

[@sarmyparty]

Very cool, it needs to be done very well. I'm also looking for a synthesizer for Afro house, Latin and house music, do you have any recommendations?

[@JoshIsMakingMusic]

Nice! I'm not in the market for an OP-1 but I like seeing how it works.

[@AJuicyGrape]

This video is a proper introduction to the infamous op-1, couldn't appreciate it more. Breaking it down makes it look not as intricate as it really is 😅

[@HandelOp6No5]

Came back to the first video just to say, what an excellent series this was!

[@flatjesus]

Thank you so much for this series! I've had an op-1 for a few months and I've barely scratched the surface of what it can do.

[@AniChatterAnime]

This is going to be my first instrument and it already looks fun I'm trying to learn before it comes in

[@AHeadC]

Great, always good to have a refresher. I've had mine for a couple of years and even now watching the new videos I'm like 'I forgot about that!'. Cheers!

[@jean-pierremartineau4136]

Thanks, this is a great series of videos. Very helpful and just the right depth. I can always RTFM :)

[@MeriggioliAndrea]

I'm sorry for my english/american, but I've to say ...Great dude. Greetings

[@quickuketips]

Getting the op1 field today Been listening to your Spotify playlist Really cool grooves Excited to get started

[@steveedwards4495]

Interested in these since they came out. I have no music production experience,, can you learn on this? Or for pros only? Cheers

[@2cee1021]

Crazy powerful little piece of equipment!!

[@exoizlyfe6079]

I always think of SHM’s One video and how mesmerized I was by the intro

[@cartertakesatrain7108]

Thanks for this excellent series. I have a Poly D on order and work Dawless. I am going to be Bed bound following Spinal Surgery so I need something that I can use while lying Prone. This may well be just the thing

[@gelatinous6915]

Me watching even though I will never in a hundred years be able to afford one *EDIT:* Well this aged like milk. Fuck you, TE.

[@flex215]

Lol, sure you will. Might be on your death bed but you'll definitely get one. Just my two cents you didn't ask for, seriously I hope you get one.

[@Diamondc4life]

Lol I thought the same thing but I bought one last week. It’s worth it and also be careful what you speak it creates your reality.

[@256k_]

@@Diamondc4life how is it so good that it's worth that price? i mean don't get me wrong, i think it's great in a lot of things but i dont see how it can be THAT great that i would spend that much money for it.

[@michaelmitchell8218]

Save up for it, £1000 is nothing in today’s money.

[@256k_]

@@michaelmitchell8218 you know i've been doing a lot of research since i posted my comment a week ago and i actually just picked up the opz and i've been slowly learning... I have to say i kindof understand now

[@MilesKvndra]

I guess this is a great time to get my OP-1 out again - really looking forward to that series! ✌️

[@StephenMcLeod]

Nice. I can see myself finally caving and getting one...

[@designate_om]

which effect is that at 11:21 (popped up for just a second)? i have an op-1 but i haven't seen that screen before. is it a stripped down cwo or is it something specific to tombola?

[@bop-bopperano]

it's a hidden filter effect that you can get through custom firmware or by loading certain custom patches that use it from places like op1.fun. it's alright, nothing special. still cool tho because it's hidden

[@designate_om]

​@@bop-bopperano oh shit, that's pretty neat. i thought maybe it was another button-press easter egg like the helicopter game

[@shmiqqy]

someone already answered but i'll paste mine as well was wondering if someone would ask this - it's an old effect called "filter" that isn't in the stock op-1, it's basically nitro but (in my opinion) better and more straightforward as a low/high pass filter there's a complicated way to get it but also a simple way where you download certain kits from op1.fun (i think it's 3sleeves' boom bap kit or something) and it comes preset with the effect on, if you change it you cannot change it back until you load the kit from fresh again i really enjoy the effect compared to nitro

[@scratchy523]

This is an insane little thing. I actually can’t believe something like this exists. Not only that, but it’s portable????

[@bberakable]

In 2011, I would've guessed this thing came from outer space

[@tivaudi6079]

Does anyone else feel super overwhelmed by this piece of equipment?

[@jaysire]

It says something that now, in 2022, my reaction to this video is "this is game changing!" - the game changed 11 years ago, but I think I'm just now ready to change with it. I just wish the field would be a lot cheaper (as I am sure many people wish).

[@patcupo]

What module is that at 11:21? I've never seen it before.

[@fellowfreak]

same here! I found the answer...look for the comment by goatisdemen

[@joe.h-7322]

Michael Conlon why didn’t you just say what it was

[@mcgfn]

Its apparently an old effect called "Filter" doesn't come on current models. You can find it by downloading certain user made presets online and basically works as a high/low pass.

[@sanfordsharp2156]

Finally, OP1 gets the full RMR treatment. Nice intro. Looking forward to the rest. Btw, watched Old Guard - Mathias Schoenerts resembles Jeremy. A bit.

[@reginab3135]

asking for this as a graduation gift

[@ichi5855]

from japan.This video is very nice! Thank you!!

[@dizzy-dreams]

Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge! I was really about to go for the Op-1 as I love the idea of being completely otonomous but now Native is releasing maschine +!! I'm already on maschine mikro... What is your take on it?

[@iaial0]

"Congratulations sketch, you're fucking insane" and just before that a sketch of Marx with "MARX WAS RIGHT" lmao

[@lashesfordaze]

Hi. Just got my Op-1. Have gone through your videos several times. Extremely helpful!! Thanks. Can you help me find a cable that will enable me to send audio out of my iPHone (lightning) into the audio line in on the OP-1, for sampling? How about audio from my iPad (USB-C) into audio line in on Op-1? thank you.

[@RedMeansRecording]

Google the type of connections your devices have plus the word adapter.

[@bubba101010]

I acc think the Sketch sequencer is really cool. Can do polyphonic glides with different directions/paths, microtonal stuff, and interesting vibrato patterns and rhythmic things too. Its option for a pitch and time reference grid is handy. Make a neat erratic pitch lfo and play it via the keyboard as if it was a modulating effect more than a sequencer.

[@michaelbegic7574]

love your OP-1 videos. Can you walk us through your rig? E.g. What interface are you plugging the OP-1 into?

[@chrisjamesies]

this thing looks fun as hell. Checks price. Well, at least it looks fun as hell.

[@SkanaBeats]

Can you use it in FL Studio? Like actually record the sounds/melodies inside FL Studio or other daws?

[@marcussmithereens-smithert5409]

This is gunna become a classic.

[@oaixd89133]

This will be most of the OP-1 new beginner’s 1st lesson for sure.

[@uniworkhorse]

God the ui looks so beautiful

[@brucegill3488]

That’s good timing. Should have one delivered tomorrow! Many thanks :)

[@Mrdukyonlinerblx]

Thank you, great tutorial! Could you please tell me what is that effect/screen (SHIFT+3) at 11:21? I have never seen that screen before.

[@aregal]

Please, what kind of audio cables are you using?

[@FiReMaKeR]

Oh wow. there's so much stuff to unpack! Thanks for recording these tutorials, will help a lot. Again this looks like a toy with a cool UI at the beginning, but MAN they got some power behind it.

[@Dhinosauros]

I'm in love with it . I'm just wondering if i can easily use it live , for example as a synth in a band , except for personal use ?

[@Dankyman100]

11:20 what effect is that? i don't have it on my OP-1?

[@shmiqqy]

was wondering if someone would ask this - it's an old effect called "filter" that isn't in the stock op-1, it's basically nitro but (in my opinion) better and more straightforward as a low/high pass filter there's a complicated way to get it but also a simple way where you download certain kits from op1.fun (i think it's 3sleeves' boom bap kit or something) and it comes preset with the effect on, if you change it you cannot change it back until you load the kit from fresh again i really enjoy the effect compared to nitro

[@faneuil1]

GREAT overview for this newop-1-bie ! subscribed!

[@gutsberserker5476]

love your op-1 videos. Please keep them coming

[@coolstreetman]

OMG i learned so much about my OP-1 in this video THANK YOU!!

[@DavidDeLuge]

I had mine since 2014 but sold it, a few weeks back, when I got the Deluge, which is just fantastic.

[@gbrl_cyber]

deluge seems to be sick

[@DavidDeLuge]

@@gbrl_cyber it's a great bit of kit and the new OLED screen is a game changer.

[@teukutote]

Just curious, what is the setup for you to able to record the video with the audio from the OP-1 and surrounding at the same time? Do you put the line-out straight to the camera?

[@RedMeansRecording]

No. I record the audio into a daw and clap at the beginning of each take or press a single drum key to sync video with audio.

[@teukutote]

@@RedMeansRecording Ahhh *enlightened*!!!!! Thanks for the reply! I wish the OP-1 is cheaper. Oh I wish.

[@BobbyCharlz]

I love these videos, thank you for keeping me inspired as well as for helping me to keep my interest high toward saving up for one of my own. Excellent video of what appears to be an excellent instrument.

[@Michael-xp1fq]

Thanks for this Jeremy. Much appreciated.

[@ryanmelvey8764]

i just sold mine last week. i loved everything about it except how it sounded lol! workflow is awesome though

[@SuperG-bb8le]

same here. it shrieked alot of the time and im used to sound design

[@littleloz1000]

the price hike really killed my dreams of getting one any time soon, but, hopefully..... in the future