SOMA Lyra-8 // First Day

[@Dexba]

If you buy enough pink Lyra-8 through my affiliate link I will make sure SOMA produces a pink Pulsar-23 too 💖 > bit.ly/SOMALyra8 (with this affiliate link you won't spend a cent more, but you will help me grow the channel)

[@Dexba]

And they did it! Still not called the "Dexba Edition" though

[@dawlessstrolling5306]

I like it when an electronic instrument is so much about "touching, sensing, and feeling"

[@Dexba]

I am totally with you, that's also why you can see on my channel a lot of Lyra, Pulsar, Solar50, Wing Pinger, all things with touch interface and peculiar ways of interacting with sound. Now I am trying to strike a balance between quirkiness and classical music, and I think I got close to that with my latest Pulsar & Piano video.

[@edgarm6017]

you've really sold me on the lyra. this is one of the only videos that shows how beautiful and majestic it can sound

[@Dexba]

Aww, that's awesome! For you, maybe not much for your wallet, but that instrument will pay you back with its huge character :)

[@beansharicots]

Your Lyra videos convinced me to get one (and I was on the fence for quite a while). It should be here in a couple of days. I look forward to pairing it with my Cosmos. :)

[@Dexba]

Ahah I imagine this video ended up in a lot of purchases, judging from the view-count. Have fun! The Cosmos sounds amazing in every demo I've heard (still haven't tried it yet tho) 🧡

[@crazyquilt]

Well done. I've had mine for 2 years and love it more than ever, but that doesn't stop me from wanting a pink one. :D

[@Dexba]

When I first saw that there was one pink for sale I couldn't believe to my eyes. Then I proceeded sliding my credit card

[@InvertedPopesMusic]

Very beautiful sounding a real interesting instrument. Nice one.

[@Dexba]

Thank you 🙏 This was the first hour after the unboxing, and the Lyra really spoke to me, and we share this special moment!

[@joavim6351]

Excellent...ces sons font écho à des atmosphères déjà entendues dans des compositions "alternatives", j'en ai de vrais frissons, bravo.

[@Dexba]

Thank you a lot 🙏🏻 This is where everything started, a completely new journey! (sorry for the reply in English: they had me learning German in school instead of French!)

[@scenario1236]

This is so nice.. I've had mine for a few days (I am enthralled) and have been aiming towards the dark melodic approach as you exhibit so well here. Vlad Kreimer is genius

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much! I bought it with that style in mind: I didn't want to go too crazy with the modulation :)

[@StephenMcLeod]

Holy crap this is incredible.

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much! This video had an insane reception, and I am so glad it helped me to keep going with the Lyra and the project in general 🧡

[@pedrosemedo9492]

I just love this dark sounds. Thank you. I Will have to by a Lyra 8

[@Dexba]

I love it too, I get very dark using the Lyra! Check out the last video too, where it gets also distorted! Oh, btw, be sure to pick the color that suits you best 😉

[@pedrosemedo9492]

@@Dexba thanks for you reply, man, greatings from Portugal. Keep on dancing

[@crunkdwscrew]

I was on the fence for a long time about the Lyra 8, but this video right here made me decide to get one

[@Dexba]

I think that could be the best comment every musician could hope to receive under a video like that, so thank you a lot!

[@lennard-tillperkhoff8801]

Same here. This synth is from another universe. From another dimension. When iam old as fuck iam going to give this one to my son that this masterpiece of a synth is going to live forever 🖤

[@Colonel_Satan]

I just bought mine today!!!

[@Dexba]

I am very happy for you! Enjoy 🧡

[@grindedfranz]

this synth is probalby the coolest the most innovative one in the last 10 years.. great video, could easily fit under any scifi movie..

[@Dexba]

I would put it on par with the Pulsar-23, but... SOMA again! Thank you a lot 💗

[@FrozenLonesome]

Very lovely. I traded an Opsix with a little cash for a Lyra. Still challenged to get the more ambient sounds. I tend run the LFO too fast. Regardless I’m happy I made the trade. Even splurged for a Decksaver. Subscribed and am enjoying your channel.

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much for checking out my video and trusting my channel 🧡 You will find quite some more Lyra here, and also a little tutorial on how to approach it in a gentler way :) The LFO is tricky, but never trickier than the infinite crossmodulation between voices, and I admit most of the times I simply surrender to the instrument and I keep the recorder running, just in case of some happy accidents

[@karl.weaver]

Very nice mate, very nice.

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much 🧡

[@skyreadersociety6183]

think I will give it a try, texture and character is what I am really interested in synthwise.

[@Dexba]

Then it could be the right choice. If you want maybe more texture but less character, you could think about the Hydrasynth, or if you want a different approach, the Solar50

[@IvanovSergeyMusic]

Beautiful. I love the lyre

[@Dexba]

Thank you a lot. I love it too, it also grew on me quite a bit over the time!

[@Genshi]

Really beautifully done!

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much!

[@chris_economou]

I want a Lyra so that I can channel its magic and might deep into the recess of my being through the vibrations in a speaker. It’s that healing. It’s a magical moontime mystifier. ✨

[@Dexba]

Oh yeah, it is! It literally blows air through the woofers, this beast goes super deep and super intense. For the video "Getting lost in the process" I was worried about ruining the speakers and... I know it sounds stupid, but the physical air breezing out of the speakers added a lot to the magic of the moment ✨

[@chris_economou]

So cool!! Doesn’t sound stupid at all!! Sounds are everywhere, and when you are in tune and alert to all sounds, you might hear some magic! Play on!!

[@lorenzoferrando7291]

Great format and content. Subscribed!

[@Dexba]

Thank you, I really appreciate it!

[@8dioproductions]

Beautiful demo!

[@Dexba]

Wow, that's a honor! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@dlkw5186]

This is EPIC. Thank you for the video!

[@Dexba]

Thank you for your kind words 🧡

[@balloonhead61]

Truly inspiring Thanks for that

[@Dexba]

Thank you for your kind comment ✨

[@endless_arps]

This is so crazy good , for a first day ubelievable 🖤

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much! I laugh thinking about I intended this to be my only video with the Lyra, because I was 99% sure I would have sent it back. But here we are, almost 2 years later, with many many things still to be said with and about this majestic pink box 😍

[@RAVS_73]

Tremendous, inspiring stuff!

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@presentmomentmusic2023]

Love the spacey ambience! What outboard FX are you using?

[@Dexba]

Thank you a lot :) In this video I've used the free Valhalla Supermassive reverb!

[@jorgeletra3902]

I just got a P23 and was not at all interested in the Lyra at first, but your videos with it (and a (really) handful of others that managed to keep this beast under control, which seems to be a rare thing) is slowly changing that. But I think I'm going, if at all, with green!!!

[@Dexba]

Oh, thank you! That's a top-level compliment right here! Green is gorgeous, even though I don't understand why they made so rare the initial "nuclear central panel green" or The Pacifist. I know collectible items add to the charm, but... a bit sad :( This is the only video where I used a plugin: this is the free Valhalla Supermassive, but I honestly don't remember which preset it was. I think the results sit in between the CXM1978 (my favorite) and the BigSky (not really bad obviously, but still... not showing all the Lyra potential). Thank you so much again, and stay tuned for more 🧡

[@jorgeletra3902]

@@Dexba Thanks and you're very welcome!! :) I don't know about those initial versions, never seen them anywhere...

[@lxuaes6915]

Thanks Dexba, was there any effects processing involved or is this the dry signal? If effects were used which ones? it sounds amazing.

[@Dexba]

Thank you for checking it out! 🧡 There is a pinch of Valhalla Supermassive added in post. Unfortunately, I don't remember (and have no way to find it back) the preset used :)

[@FatSynthDude]

Just bought one of these based mostly on this video.

[@Dexba]

I am so glad and proud of that! 💖 I am sure you will enjoy it. I have currently ordered an Ornament to go with the Lyra and Pulsar, can't wait to learn it and upload something here

[@SONICrider]

That reverb is cool 2 - which one is it?? Just curious sorry!!

[@Dexba]

I went to check, luckily I kept the project, and it was from the Valhalla Supermassive, preset "SpaceIsThePlace" :)

[@SONICrider]

@@Dexba thanks - good FX.

[@audiosourceunknown2673]

Sci-fi in a box 👍.... Great video!

[@Dexba]

I have an upcoming work on a short movie, and I think I will use the Lyra a lot. I think it can do wonder both for ambient noises and more structured soundtracks!

[@audiosourceunknown2673]

@@Dexba brilliant, you'll have to let us know when your film project is completed.

[@Dexba]

@@audiosourceunknown2673 hopefully I will be able to share something on my channel, stay tuned and thank you again 🙏🏻

[@NothingNowhereNoOne]

How pink is it ? What shade? On the pastel side or Barbie side ? It always looks different.

[@Dexba]

It is Baker Miller Pink. Hex: #FF91AF sRGB: (255, 145, 175)

[@Пока-к8]

Very nice 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I want it

[@Dexba]

Thank you a lot! ❤️ It has been love at first sight with the Lyra, and I hope I will get my hands on the Cosmos too, they seem perfect for each others

[@djformalin]

Nice, thx.....we do have the same title " first day " btw. 🎼

[@Dexba]

Oh, nice! Another confirmation of the inspiring nature of this instrument 😌

[@Calamindir]

Any effects on thie (like Reverb)? or is this all Lyra?

[@Dexba]

If I remember correctly (I should have replied back then), I put just a smidge of Valhalla Reverb, like 5% to open up the sound, since it was recorded with the input of the camera :)

[@emanuelemarinacci1787]

Fantastico. Dopo averlo ascoltato 2 o 3 volte confesso che ci ho anche improvvisato sopra con la chitarra elettrica 💯

[@Dexba]

Che onore! Fammi sapere se posti da qualche parte il risultato!

[@macognia82]

Is the white noise coming from the lyra?

[@Dexba]

Yes, the Lyra is inherently a bit noisy, and the onboard delay is even noisier (and that actually helps a lot in the process of rounding off some rough corners of the sound)

[@raneflewit6250]

hi bro，dexba. what‘s effects/pedals you used in this video？

[@Dexba]

Hi! There is just a touch of Valhalla reverb, but as I said in 99% of all the other comments here, it was just a very tiny amount of reverb to open up the stereo image :)

[@raneflewit6250]

@@Dexbawith computer？

[@raneflewit6250]

@@Dexbaor only lyra8？

[@Dexba]

@@raneflewit6250 with computer, yes, the Valhalla reverb is a free plugin ☺️

[@raneflewit6250]

any effects or pedal you added？

[@Dexba]

There is a smidge of Valhalla Reverb added in post, but mostly to add some stereo movement :)

[@EZBOT_]

Really great

[@Dexba]

Thank you 😌

[@somtamthai9429]

Whats the difference betwee the pink, black, white and orange Lyra? Just different colors or also different in sound/function?

[@Dexba]

There is none! Just the color 😌

[@Jason_Grt]

Nice video! Did you use an external reverb on this?

[@edgarm6017]

I doubt they did, the delay on the lyra can sound a lot like a reverb.

[@Dexba]

Lyra delay is superb. And yes, it has a lot of space to it, I am loving using it with my guitar (upcoming video), event though if I really have to complain about something is the loss in volume when I turn it up, even with all to zero. But I am splitting hairs!

[@Dexba]

Yes, I added a bit of Valhalla free reverb afertwards. It wasn't necessary, but for a playing that quiet and soft it really added to the experience! I am recording right now with my BigSky, looking for the right balance between character and... "subtleness"? :)

[@brendanprincipato9864]

What pedals are you running this through?

[@Dexba]

No one! I remember I tried to put a bit of Valhalla Reverb on it in post, but I dialled it back almost completely

[@R3al3yesRealizeRealLies]

Are the sounds recordable to a computer? Maybe stupid question.

[@Dexba]

No question is stupid! :) Yes, the sounds are recordable with a computer, but not like presets, only like samples, if that is what you meant. You can record them the way I did with a video like that

[@NelGabriel]

Thought I had the only pink Lyra in the world, how disappointing Cool music tho, keep it up Great taste !

[@Dexba]

Ahah pls, don't steal my pink thunder! Thank you so much 😊

[@NelGabriel]

@@Dexba pink lyra players, the most exclusive club on earth

[@tobycortes]

awesome!!!!!!!!

[@Dexba]

Thank you so much 💕

[@Fedor_Tkachev_Music]

superb!

[@Dexba]

Thank you a lot 😌

[@metal_marcus]

Sounds amazing! Would you recommend this for someone who has basically zero xp with synthesizers for getting started?

[@Dexba]

Thank you a lot! I have to say: no, but! No, because it is way too mysterious to be able to learn anything about synthesizers; But, because if you are at least a bit used to more classical instruments, like a violin, you will love even the simplest act of tuning the oscillators, and the feeling of touching and connecting with the instrument. Just my humble opinion, from a person who (at least try to) play a lot of instruments :)

[@metal_marcus]

@@Dexba I play guitar and cello, so maybe ill give it a try at some point :) thx!

[@Dexba]

@@metal_marcus I play cello too, you'll be fine then 😊 But, if you want to dive deeper in the synth world, I suggest you to check out the Minilogue XD (it is the name, not a smiley). Lovely synth, perfect to learn

[@riebeck_8171]

@@Dexba How did you record this? I have a Steinberg UR22 audio interface. Could I just plug the SOMA into that and then into my computer (like I do with my guitar, but with a mic infront of an amp)? Thanks!!

[@Dexba]

@@riebeck_8171 Sure you can! I have an Apogee Duet, I go straight into it, being very careful with the levels since the Lyra can get very "hot" very fast! As for this specific video, I have to admit I went directly into my DSLR: I was knee-dipped in the covid lockdown, I didn't have all my musical stuff, and I wanted to record so badly. Now that I told you, you could maybe recognize that the quality is not the same as for the video with the PitchFactor, but after the youtube compression, I think the difference isn't huge!

[@vanzea]

Did you use an external reverb?

[@Dexba]

Yes I did! I added some free Valhalla Reverb in post, but I honestly don't remember which preset it was

[@midicleric.derekcrockett]

I want one.

[@Dexba]

You should get one, even though... no midi ;)

[@midicleric.derekcrockett]

@@Dexba its out of my price range for now but I did come across an inexpensive Kaoss Pad Quad.

[@Dexba]

@@midicleric.derekcrockett a lot of fun for sure!

[@EquestrianSport]

hey, is the delay/reverb built into the machine ?

[@Dexba]

The delay yes, Lyra has a beautiful delay with two time and mod controls, but no interal reverb. The one you are listening to is the free Valhalla plugin, added in post!

[@EquestrianSport]

@@Dexba nice! it sounds like a dream

[@Dexba]

@@EquestrianSport Thank you a lot

[@dietervoser4425]

Ganz Ausgezeichnet !

[@Dexba]

Vielen Dank! 💜

[@ourfinaldaysoffical2921]

Can yoh just plug this into an amp and play?

[@Dexba]

I admit I am not sure: most people always recommend using bass amps because guitar amps could break or something like that. I've honestly never dared to try, and in general, I'm always been more worried about not being able to hear properly the whole range of the instrument rather than breaking the amp

[@bluskaya_docneo]

ciao! bel suono, bravo ! anche io ho un lyra 8. durante la registrazione hai aggiunto del riverbero ?

[@Dexba]

Grazie mille! Sì, il riverbero viene dal plugin gratuito Valhalla

[@bluskaya_docneo]

@@Dexba ok, mi sembrava strano che ci fosse così tanto rivebero ... hai instagram ?

[@Dexba]

@@bluskaya_docneo purtroppo non ne hanno messo uno, neanche generico. Però pare sia in lavorazione un effetto da parte di SOMA. Per IG mi trovi a @dexbasynth

[@PrOFiT93]

Hey guys, I have 0 experience if it comes to synthesizers but I really want to get Soma! Do you think I can learn how to play by myself if I buy it?

[@Dexba]

Yes and no. The Lyra itself has a very hands-on approach, but you won't be learning or controlling much while using it. If your ultimate goal is just to produce some notes or noise while letting go yourself, it could be a nice choice, but as a "first of many" synth, you won't get much transferrable knowledge :)

[@PrOFiT93]

@Dexba Thank you very much for the answer. I just love this type of ambient and I also love film music like "Blade Runner 2049 for example. I want to produce some music just for me and treat it like a hobby. I just don't know how to start and which instrument should I choose. It is very important that I can learn on it myself, even if the beginnings are difficult. By the way you did really great job here, I love it!

[@Dexba]

@@PrOFiT93 Depending on your budget, I would suggest the Minilogue XD in the €500 range and the Hydrasynth Desktop for the €850. Both have fx, great sounds, and, especially the Korg, a very beginner-friendly interface, a must for starting out without getting too frustrated and consequently bored!

[@jiujitsu94]

I don't understand how you play in key? Where are the notes?

[@Dexba]

The eight couples of metal buttons you see below are actually open contacts you close putting your finger (or anything conductive) over them :)

[@jiujitsu94]

@@Dexba what do you mean open contacts

[@Dexba]

@@jiujitsu94 like closing a contact for turning on a light (very poorly explained), you close a contact and you let the gate open (again, not really, since from what I've read, the VCAs are always open on the Lyra-8)

[@gregbradshaw7220]

A Little heavy handed on the tuning. But I lov the synth

[@Dexba]

Do you mean when I move the knobs during the video or the general tuning from the start? :)

[@alexanderthomas542]

Wouldn't sound out of place on a bladerunner ost

[@Dexba]

Actually it will play a huge part in an upcoming soundtrack for a short film I am working on, it should be released before Christmas so maybe I will be able to put some of it online!

[@stephensoto2126]

I could’ve bought this instead of the arturia minibrute 2...

[@christopherpederson1021]

Its way more $$$$

[@Dexba]

I think you went for a very different approach, something more modular, more planned and less "ethereal", but there will be space for a Lyra in your setup, no need to worry ;)

[@SONICrider]

Cool this first day Vid - had mine lately 2 :-) I don't have the skills (yet) to play the Lyra 8 in a decent way ✌️. What a fine synthesizer - this organismic "thing" will add nice @​ layers to upcoming projects, performances & releases. Jump on and take this ride --> @RDOo​

[@Dexba]

My only suggestion is to let yourself go: even from the tuning in the beginning, enjoy the magic of notes coming together, something I am very used to, because of my cello playing, even in an orchestra. It's just pure magic, no rush, pure sounding oscillators ❤️

[@SONICrider]

@@Dexba - best advice - let yourself go - I mostly do when performing :-) Have a Good Friday and take care!!

[@cheeyse9857]

This is unreal! My bank account hates you for making me get this.

[@Dexba]

Ahaha and this video was for me to justify the impulse buy of this beauty 🥰

[@matthewfassberg1499]

@@Dexba Now please make another video that justifies my purchase as well.

[@Dexba]

@@matthewfassberg1499 Sure I will, it should come out at the end of this month 👍🏻

[@thomasdupont7186]

these are women hands UNSUBSCRIBED !

[@Dexba]

Women are really jelous of my hands 💅🏻

[@dmitriikudriavtsev196]

🤮

[@Dexba]

lol