Teenage Engineering OP-1 Full Review

[@sonicstate]

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[@composersgarage]

here watching this 9 years later realizing Nick Batt was epic from the start

[@emr2710]

I'm watching this cause mine is reaching in a week! V2 but I'm very excited

[@freddyharvey2405]

When this came out I was a teenager and found myself continually coming back to this video. I wanted one SO bad and 9 years later it is still a life ambition of mine to own one

[@sonicsurvivor]

Big ambitions

[@mattbarkerart]

well now they almost doubled the price on ya. went from ~700 to 1200 overnight.

[@asayake1]

@@mattbarkerart and now theyre going for $1999 like wtaf 😭😡😤

[@MiguelAriasS]

I´m amazed, but no only about the OP-1, but about the review. Very complete, very professional. Great work. Thanks

[@bwest6275]

I think it's great people are still passionately arguing over this synth after 5 years. Now THAT is something if you think about it.

[@THB_DX]

People still buying, people still arguing and complaining about the price...makes me want to buy it even more :)

[@Yourveryowncarrot]

(Insert complaint regarding rediculous price)

[@CleverMetaphor]

!

[@ToniLivo]

I wish it was now the same price someone would complain for when you wrote that

[@BleepingRelics]

For some reason it is now more expensive than when you wrote that... Why ??!! Remembered seeing it new at €900, now it's €1300 O.O

[@endorphinsmusic]

At least put in a midi clock

[@nellsonogmore5938]

£1,090.13 now..............!!!!!¬!!!!!

[@jonnda]

no calculator?

[@uzomanwosu]

Excellent review. I've been researching for a portable device to take on the road and this fits the bill. Everything else this size either relies on a computer for synthesis or has uncomfortably small controls. I can totally imagine using this on a flight--save my laptop and mobile devices for my day job. As for the price, no device comes close to feature parity and travel readiness so it's worth every penny.

[@SinaiFieldMission]

It's phrases like "hardware is dying" that are batshit stupid, Christopher Smith. I've used the OP-1 for the past 2 years and have created more roundly produced, professional sounding and higher quality tracks than I ever did using a DAW, and I've been making music for over 20 years. There's a place for virtual AND hardware options; they're not mutually exclusive.

[@Splurkle]

Think about the cost. Then, think have you ever seen something that portable that can do so much?

[@MrAzflyman]

***** The Electribe 2 is a beat box basically. Not even close to an OP1.

[@deelux5519]

C'mon man, it's common knowledge that the E2 series was a total flop I'm all for bagging on the OP-1 but anything looks good next to Korg's turd of the decade

[@poodlelord]

Any laptop.

[@PDZofficial]

poodlelord good point, then again a decent laptop in this day and age can be the same price as the op1 if not more expensive.

[@lhdhdeebdhdh]

Iphone

[@bark723]

This would be great for plane flights, id love to have some compact synths like this

[@ValanceJ]

When you say it seems like an Apple product, it definitely does. Especially at its price...

[@emanatingf]

😂

[@irun2sanaxox]

now look at these android phones getting more expensive even more than iPhones x)

[@SPAZZOID100]

ValanceJ You get what you pay for in life.

[@SuaveCityGear]

iPhone cost $50 less... quit complaining

[@Claidheambmor]

That's what a full time job and career aspirations are for!

[@IzzyBurgos]

Sorry to be harsh but, most of the people commenting on this are idiots. You are judging the OP-1's price based on it's cute "Lego" looks, but it is a powerful and inspiring synth. Name one other synth out there has 8 different Synth engines, 2 Samplers, several methods of Sequencing plus a 4 Track Recorder all in a battery operated portable device? Someone said (just looking at it) that it was Unplayable... Luckily I am a highly evolved Human Being that can easily adapt, and I guess some people are not. Beautifully designed and inspiring, the perfect device to sit on the couch and just noodle away to come up with ideas, why would anyone NOT get one!? And the price is just right for what it is (you wouldn't know unless you've actually worked with it.) For me, it's just another tool in my studio that I happily use... It may look like a toy, but it's not. And as far as toys go, if you are a real musician, you can make music with anything! I seem to remember a certain David Bowie using the toy Stylophone for his "Space Oddity" song. Stop making excuses for your lack of skills people!

[@tonair]

legit most butthurt/10

[@UnderSeaShadow]

Eloquently put, I make a lot of long distance train journeys & would love to pootle on one of these on the way. Waiting around at Birmingham station would be a vastly more enjoyable experience.....with a coffee to hand of course. (^-^)

[@D2therJ]

Tony *damage control*

[@lonepursuits]

I can't afford one but I can really see the appeal of this. As you say, another tool in which to get creative with.

[@beatchef]

It's got a two octave keyboard which aren't actually keys though. Would have been nice if you could plug something with a proper keyboard into it to get at the 'powerful and inspiring synth'. Could be forgiven if it was 300 euro less but not at this price.

[@imnotgovernorwatts]

Yah gotta agree the price is way to high for that amount i could just buy a couple rack synths and a drum machine

[@sonicstate]

@IOofficial No I havent, but I'm guessing that buttons of this sort of durability dont exist in velocity sensitive form

[@TheHotFalafel]

wow I took a look at the price for this and I expected it to be cheap. This is the same price as a sub phatty.

[@TheChindogu]

+TheHotFalafel You could sample a sub patty too :P

[@Lumo95]

Yeah and has allot more features really, you can talk about build quality and size all you want but i've used a Sub Phatty and it's clearly built for creating such a select few sounds.

[@FlyFlicks]

Im fucking rich, i bought 10 and had them gold plated, then on the day they were delivered i pissed on them and chucked them in the bin.Just for shits and giggles.

[@andymcnab6612]

Yes and sound is ok but nothing special. Might be the most overpriced synth ever compared to what you get. This or Roland System 8.

[@tjs6025]

My opinion, one of the greatest musical devices to come out in the last 10-15 years. Simply love mine.

[@Djpuzzle]

Just picked one up. Of course you are my go to for insight when I get something new (new to me).

[@davedagreat69]

I can't get past it being £750 and it can't even send or receive clock signals. That's pretty poor I'm afraid. Surely that's a very basic requirement for a unit like this.

[@sonicstate]

+davedagreat69 I'm pretty sure it does now, this review is a number of years old.

[@op-z]

pretty sure it does - with usb input with MIDI to usb converter.

[@ReneeNme]

@ Dave : This companies products are CRAP !!! and are wayyyyyyyyyy overpriced. There are much better options available.

[@sp3ctum]

ReneeNme could you please recommend something? I'm not familiar with these kinds of things at all but I'm very interested. It seems like a fun way to make music, but the price is too high for me.

[@ReneeNme]

You might find it hard to find either of these new since they are older models, but for an affordable synthesizer I would highly recommend either the Alesis ~ Micron or the Korg ~ Microkorg. Myself, I bought the Micron ( when they were first released ) because I found the Microkorgs keys too clicky sounding. The Micron is a beast, btw.

[@juicysauce]

Excellent overview. Thanks so much for the time and energy put into this. And crikey, it's 3 years old!

[@DinkusPony]

I get that it's overpriced as hell... But shit, making quick tracks on the bus?? It won't be long until I justify buying this thing. For real, like everyone gets upset about it not being as good as other synths the same price. I get that, but I feel like this is a totally different category. Not for your home studio, for your book bag!!

[@drewok1967]

+Milo Dowling The price is is its only downfall but theres no other like it, it justifies itself in you getting one! Awesome, inspiring little machines!

[@DinkusPony]

Drew Ok ***** update: I bought one in june. Its lovely.

[@GB3770]

I think the real way to justify the price is to ask what else does what this can do on a plane or train apart from a laptop? Nothing I know of...

[@drewok1967]

+GB3770

[@ronnieaux5290]

Good luck taking the bus playing an $800 synth. Ripe for stealing.

[@DRBEAV1]

I love your reviews. The way you explain things and think plugs into my brain very well.

[@TheBlacksabl3]

wasnt that in the "one" music clip of SHM??

[@yearlongmusic]

i was thinking that the whole time

[@TheBlacksabl3]

lol ikr :P

[@sonicstate]

Pretty sure I was just reading the blurb that came with it. (no longer have it unfortunately - had to send it back)

[@BoOm6000]

I want one but how does it sound? can it hold its own against other hardware synths?

[@nightnaj5278]

+BoomBoom its 800 bucks

[@BoOm6000]

+Cure-72 thats fine if its worth it

[@nightnaj5278]

BoomBoom meh, maybe

[@MrRoomba2321]

+BoomBoom Its not as good as other synths for the same price. But you know... ITS PORTABLE!!! (PS. this is just what i heard from other people, I don't have one.) :P

[@Travelyn24]

one question: can u use the op1 as midi device so u can play the piano roll with it in fl studio for example? thanks for any answers :)

[@Lario64]

hallelujah that price tag

[@darwiniandude]

@11:43 "It would've been nice to see an audio interface built into the USB capabilities," - Added to firmware #243 14/07/2021, previous midi clock over USB midi added too, plus PO sync modes. Anyway, thanks for the great review Nick, I'm here nearly 13 years later and your review holds up really well. Concise and to the point, showing computer and iPad connectivity when iPad was only roughly a year old! Things many more detailed later reviews skip over. Appreciate your work :)

[@sonicstate]

Thanks, a blast from the past and still one of our most popular videos!

[@iammadeofsound]

It's cute, it's nice and it makes sounds! Lovely! Unfortunately price makes no sense, even after few years :)

[@ElBoxeo1]

Moan moan moan don’t buy it then it’s not a toy

[@iammadeofsound]

@@ElBoxeo1 chill sephod. Even 7 years after my comment it is still overpriced. I didn’t say it was a toy, but i consider all gear in my studio as toys... so yeh an overpriced toy even today. So what :))

[@ElBoxeo1]

@@iammadeofsound it costs more now lol. It’s an amazing machine, the hype drove the price up

[@CaidicusProductions]

My OP-1 is being delivered. 7 year old hardware, that still looks like a composer's gadget dream come true. Thanks for the review!

[@uh6537]

But does it djent?

[@kennyalwaysdies1]

Codex Seraphinianus yes it does

[@racefaceec90]

am not musically gifted,but have always wanted to make music.i could definitely see myself making music with this.the only downside is the cost,but am saving up towards one. as others have said,there isn't anything else like this.

[@geneeshays]

I admire the build quality, but it's a bit overkill. I'm not going to be kicking it around in Baghdad during a heatwave. If it was made with standard quality parts, imagine the price would be a bit more commercial.

[@MrAzflyman]

Gene McBeats If it was made with standard quality parts it would be just like all the other crap produced. This unit IS special. Try it them come back and make a informed statement.

[@dinogoldie9716]

Where's the Sonic State review of the Teenage Engineering OPZ? Seems Sonic State/Lab aren't doing as many reviews as you used to.

[@kps2420]

oh it's a doozy kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpiXlppqja96d7s

[@VITTORIO1096]

Swedish House Mafia - One

[@dddccc14]

You can do it that way, or if you have a USB midi host (kenton or iconnect make them), then you can go midi directly to/from the OP1. I.e. it's class compliant. Also, tape, sequences, LFO, everything syncs up very nicely to incoming clock.

[@hakonsoreide]

Why do people still go on about the price of this thing - even after five years? When people do, it's like they say they really want it, but they can't afford it, and then they have to annoy everyone who can afford it by going on about it being overpriced, to the point that it sounds like not only do they think it costs too much, but it makes them resent the OP-1, everything it stands for, all the music made on it, and everyone who has one. The only sensible reason for this kind of behaviour is trying to dissuade themselves from getting one. It's unusually ambivalent and no other musical instrument ever has polarised opinion this much. What's up with that? Come to think of it, many musical instruments, digital or conventional, cost more than this, but people don't usually go on about how expensive they are. It's really only the OP-1 that gets that special treatment. Must be because it looks like a cheap toy and when people realise it isn't cheap (but still think it's a toy), they conclude it's overpriced. Most who actually own one seem to go on about how it's one of the best purchases they ever made, and not a single one of them, as far as I have seen, complains about the price. Oh well…

[@THB_DX]

Guitars sell for waaaay more than this, and they are only ONE instrument!

[@hakonsoreide]

Exactly. Even something is diminutive and innocent-looking as a soprano recorder can set you back more if you want a top-quality instrument.

[@poodlelord]

Hakon Soreide I don't want it and want to encourage people to not buy it so the product is as unsuccessful as possible.

[@myblueextremes1526]

@@poodlelord You clearly need to up your game then. :-D

[@yoninewman908]

So How would you weigh in? WHich would you think preferable? Octatrack seems a go to for that glitch effects type of sound (probably the way the sequencer works with the fx) and I know there's an album by german producer Housemeister called OP-1 where that was the main tool, it's a dirty boyz noise kind of sound. Lots of tape style tempo shifts and tons of filth, but that could just be the artist's sound.

[@alexkourelis]

Do you need it? I dunno, do you want it? Hell yeah! Epic review as always.

[@TheMrAlexander]

Your reviews are awesome. They're very much appreciated!

[@theoriginalKland]

You know what.. forget the military grade parts and cnc aluminum, put in some decent consumer grade ones, put in an LCD instead of the AMOLED, drop the internal battery and knock 500 eruos off the price... There you go, the OP-2. Seriously, I appreciate the design overkill, but no at 790 euros... it`s a tiny synth gadget.. not a full blown Korg or Moog.

[@richardfinch2296]

All of these comments were from years ago but I'm about to get one so I think that justifies commenting now. For $900 I think the price is well worth it. I don't think it's too crazy. I think it could have been a little bit cheaper but for as much as this thing can do and for as small as it is it's definitely worth it. It's got 8 synthesizer engines built in a sequencer and so much more. It's something you can make a full song on or even a bunch of full songs. Plus if you have to go somewhere you can bring it with you in case you have an idea for your song or hear sound that you want to sample out in the world. It's really a cool device for making music and even though it is pretty expensive I think it's worth it

[@rabevier8071]

Its worth it if u plan on using it and keeping!

[@Sarahbuildsstepsequencers]

$932. USD.

[@roterroggen]

jep, not cheap :(

[@Digiphex]

$750 new I paid on eBay as of November 2016.

[@op-z]

bought new from guitar center for $670 plus tax ($716.90). Little bit of searching around, coupons and finally direct call to sales department for a price match + discounts. Took a bit of bargaining, but it was worth it.

[@seanrichards8774]

poman2ski new or used? Explain...

[@op-z]

New, I don't exactly remember the process but something like that: musiciansfriend had it on a sale, slightly below the original cost (799, orig price was 849 then), I had a 15% off coupon at guitarcenter, so I called them, and after 20 minutes of back and forth, they matched the price and took 15% off as well. Just call and bargain, I literally asked them if they "can do better" after they proposed their initial price. After going back and forth to confirm with the supervisor the salesman met me half way. speaking of coupons, musiciansfriend does have 15% off right now, thats $765 for the op-1. depending on where you are you might be eligible to get it tax free too.

[@heatherperkins9737]

Love my OP-1. It brings back the fun of music making. If you accept that it isn't like other gear, you will be able to enjoy it more! This is a great overview. One thing I'm struggling with is finding a way to get the FX to get "printed" in tape mode, so the tracks are exported with FX when I transfer to my DAW. Am I missing something?

[@DerGastAusDerZukunft]

The album mode!

[@TheWaspist]

i don't know. i watched almost all videos of OP1 but this thing maybe is really good, design is good but it sounds bad. almost all videos it sounds like a toy. is it coincidence ? i mean for 800 dollars. sounds this bad?

[@Eusebiuss]

Bought it last week and believe me it's not a toy ;)

[@hakonsoreide]

I think it's because it looks like a toy, people expect it to sound like one, but of course, what it sounds like depends almost entirely on the person using it.

[@Nohomiskis]

Look up Monte Booker. He uses this synth fucking amazingly. It really depends on the style music you want to make. If you are good at producing and know what style of music you want, then you can make literally anything sound good.

[@ReneeNme]

Nobody ( literally ) knows who Booker is and we could care less about him. Do you follow what the Kardashian's are up to also ?? Shill.

[@nub4u]

What kind of eighth inch cable is that??? I need one like it!

[@frasermclellan3690]

for that price a think I think I'd rather buy pro tools and a proper key board aha

[@SPAZZOID100]

"Keyboard" is one word.

[@frasermclellan3690]

oh wait i don't give a fu ck

[@MrAzflyman]

Fraser McLellan Pro Tools blows, go get Reaper and save the money for some good VST's instead.

[@pitfighter871]

no shit, buy a fuckin Mooglol

[@barbaraevaardenois]

Dear Sonic State, thank you so much for your information- I'm trying to understand how this thing works- I'm wondering, after making a piece (using the 4 different track lines), can you store this 'piece' on the Op-1 and use it during performance (with an (acoustic) instrument) as a kind of accompaniment? Or, is this impossible and do you need to bring your 'tracks' on the computer? As I understand, the computer safes it as '4 different tracks' - is it possible to load this 4 different tracks as 'one piece' or do you need to use a 'audio program' and rebuild your composition on the pc? Thank you so much for making this more clear... *

[@Ucceah]

this cute little thing has so much potential, but they really shot themselves in the foot with some terrible, apple-like design choices, that cater more to hipsters, than to serious musicians. :/ midi I/O only via usb (are you kidding me?), very poor stand alone connectivity options. no 12V power input, a build in battery that wont last 5 years, and replacement batteries are not available. a cnc shaped unibody certainly gives it a nice durable feel, but has no advantages, unless you plan to throw it around, and adds a lot to the already steep price. so do high end switches, that will certainly work perfectly, untill the battery goes up in flames at some point in the future. in theory a 9,5/10! in practice ... not so much

[@MrAzflyman]

Cuda FX How long have you been into music? And not know that Apple products have been in music production for the last 20-30 years or so? That is like saying Pro Tools is not a professional production software. If I am not mistaken Apple has been around a bit longer than "Hipsters". So the "Apple design choices" statement is just not very bright. Why don't you do a bit of research into the non-professional musicians that use these like Nine Inch Nails and Depeche Mode I am not sure what your beef is with Midi via USB it but it sure works for all those with laptops that use them for controllers, and if you had one of these in your hands, which I can tell you have never had the experience, you would know that because of the compact design there is no place for a Midi in, out, or pass through. No need for a 12v power input, or did you miss that it will run for 16 hours on a charge? Within a year there will be someone on KZbin with a vid on how to change the battery (if there is not one already) so no big deal there. It easy to tell you are speaking as one who has never had the pleasure of spending any time with the OP1. Believe me, a long domestic or transatlantic flight with the OP1 and a ultra-book and you don't even know 6 or 7 hours has past and that down time became very productive. Why don't you live with one for at least a few weeks (remember Guitar Center has a 30 day return policy) before you make statements talking crap about something which you have no personal knowledge. And yes, I do have one, and its a fantastic bit of kit.

[@radddarrr]

Considering you can get an Access Virus TI Snow for roughly the same as this units listed new price, yes. There will be plenty of these on craigslist in the next year for $400

[@gorillachilla]

this is good for david guetta

[@Friend-]

Hating on David Guetta. How original.

[@jeroen2062]

Vitalic is using it 2

[@MarkRosengarten]

@Mawanyinnit Yep! 16-hour battery life, too!

[@TheRealGaffer]

Oh wow this is cool, but I bet it costs something stupid like £400 haha! Oh it's £700... nah.

[@ToniLivo]

Laughing at you after checking that now it costs 1400€... God I wish I had your oportunity to buy this...

[@markboombastik]

@VJFranzK tenori-on is now 240 euros in the shops... (plastic version) this is what it worth at the end... i know you love it from your videos... i think the tenori-on is too limited for what they sold it back in the days.... and sadwise yamaha seemed never listen to their customers with the updates... who cares ... i have it and i play with it sometimes... do you have an op-1? can you answer my question? or do you just want to say again "tenori is super?"

[@benjaminhennessy8050]

Expensive jack-of-all-trades synth made by engineering and design students. I'll stick to Roland, Korg, etc. Companies that have been in the industry long enough to know what musicians really need.

[@funkduckfuck31]

+Benjamin Hennessy I'm not a synth aficionado but it strikes me, as well, as style over substance.

[@christophemacker5338]

+Benjamin Hennessy You have the gift for logic. I agree.

[@Kevon420]

I wouldnt say it would slow it down, since its not really meant for your intricate home studio. Its deigned to be compact & portable, to jam something out at the park, at a friend's house or where ever. It is like the difference between a DS and a 360. I'd love for them to take a look at DAWs like Ableton/Bitwig, Reason, Logic, etc. as well as have better MIDI features and all that, like you said. I'm not sure how much is possible in an OS update, but I hope they can do a lot before an OP-2.

[@jlc7300]

type in: Swedish house mafia one and see how this can work! I'll be looking around for a used one.

[@yoninewman908]

How would you compare this to the Octatrack ? They both seem to have these really innovative sequencing ideas implemented into the UI. Both have really well thought out workflow design. I'd like an opinion, because I'm trying to decide on a decent sequencer/sampler/intsrument bit of kit and these two seem to be the most interesting things going.

[@stevedj985]

unusefull toy for rich people

[@MrAzflyman]

stevedj985 Spoken by someone who can't capatilize the first letter of an incomplete sentance with no period.

[@chrisanderson1513]

I believe it can actually sync tempo. I think I've seen it with a pocket operator.

[@Tripero2010]

Swedish house mafia bring me here

[@bestrickie2]

This little keyboard is awesome but seems a bit limited with only 4 tracks to record on. Is there away of bounce tracking to then effectively have more tracks? Cheers!

[@Orangishred]

yeah bouncing is easy

[@iblame_nargles]

I know nothing about music so I am way out of my depth here but I really like the look of this, it looks quite simple to use. I am thinking of buying this but is there a product like this that I should start with or would it be okay if I just started using this?

[@KEPHALLE]

799 euro!!!! WHAAAAT??? this is absolute nonsense!

[@MrAzflyman]

KEPHALLE You are right, don't buy one, don't try one cause it's a waste of time. I will keep mine though as it is about the best bit of kit I have bought in years. Easy to discount what it is when you have never tried it yourself or can't afford it.

[@KEPHALLE]

MrAzflyman easy fanboy, it's a piece of electronic, i didn't diss on a beloved of yours. i'm glad for you you can live a fancy life and being able to shell 800 bucks for this thing. on my side though, financial things are a little bit tougher and with 800 bucks i can get a decent laptop, a usb audio interface and reaper, or many other combinations of useful and portable music production items, expecially now that with a tablet/ipad you have access to many more features than this thing for less than it's price. it's a matter of opinion, needs and budget.

[@MrAzflyman]

KEPHALLE Been there, done that. I have dedicated Carillion DAW, numerous laptops with too many wasted software packages, at least 2 iPad's, and still this is awesome. There is something clicking a mouse just can't give you and I need something powerful I can take to work in a backpack. Even though my Ultranova is small it's not THAT small. Try one out, live with it for a while (Guitar Center has a 30 day money back guarantee), then talk to me about it. If you are making music you are ahead of the 99% that at best know how to listen to their radio! Kepp makin' sweet sounds my friend. BTW, its not a fancy life working your way through college, which I did, but if you don't want to say "would you like fries with that?" its something you better think about my friend.

[@tomj210]

no one brought up money or college, so it says a lot about you that youre trying to shoehorn them into the conversation. some guy just said he finds this product too expensive on a youtube video, and you come in here and start calling people poor. bro, calm down

[@Kevon420]

maschine mikro? korg montribe? roland sp-404 sx? Not all of them are as nice and do as much, but similar in that they they are synths/drum machines/samplers in more compact, portable sizes.

[@fumocamel]

nice but it's a very expensive toy

[@markboombastik]

good review as allways. i just cant think about it as a serious tool i need.. this is more about how it sounds then the price... (tenori-on gave me that lesson allready... ) there are so many cheap good and expensive hell good synthesizers on the market right now... no midi clock connection is a crime for this devise i have to say... i will take one in my hands and check what i can let this thing do... another question: how about using it as a sampler for live such as an looper? is it possible?

[@Haapet]

I just wanted to find an anime opening...

[@urielviejo1600]

hahahahahahaha

[@JamesMahlerMusic]

Sometimes while searching for anime you stumble upon old men reviewing obscure electronic gadgets. It happens.

[@KidHellacious]

Oh my friggin crap, that cluster engine. I need to find a vst to recreate that because I'm hella broke after buying a Juno 106.

[@SleepyOne700]

Wow this is an amazing piece of tech! I'll definitely be picking up an OP-P sometime soon, thanks for the review!

[@MRsureMOE]

I just can't understand spending the money on this vs. an iPad air and 3 dozen synth apps (many of them with pretty great sound, controls and customizations). Is it like owning a Moog...it's 'cool'?

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

If I end up traveling a lot, this would be great for portable music sketching along with a portable travel guitar.

[@shermanfunk]

by far the coolest screen ever on a synth

[@giulio89giulio]

awesome review. but are you sure you can midi in? i'd really to buy it but i am not sure about midi in. can i connect a keyboard and play on a bigger keyboard? it's fine if i need to use my laptop as a device, but in some ways i need to have the possibility to play a larger keyboard

[@GotYourWallet]

that was a great video, it's so nice to see some doing a review and actually understanding what he is talking about

[@punchcar]

clock capability....fix it drop the price considerably..give the tape function more customize mastering.. maybe i will think about getting one...

[@scaryfried]

you say a 4 track tape recorder - is it actually a tape recorder? as in, actual tape? or just a tape-looking interface.

[@DivineZeal]

What would you recommend? im a synth noob and almost was won over.

[@davebirney]

i wonder why they havnt come out with a cheaper midi only version. something like this would be perfect for controlling stuff on your laptop when your away from home. al the other small midi controllers that are out at the moment are too big. even the nano korg ones are very limited compared to this, unless you want to bring around all 3 of them

[@FallingIslands]

This synth is totally amazing! I'm drooling!

[@kassie2k4]

Thats actually really cool, if it had tempo sync and you could access it as an audio interface it would be better. Also if it also saved all entered notes as midi files in addition to the pcm recordings of the synth it would be fantastic because you could use it as a little sortof lab, throw something together, and have the synth and midi data, and you could bring that into a daw and use some high end vst's or sidechaining on the midi tracks along with the synth recordings. I think that would be really powerful.

[@parasiteunit]

There's some REALLY good features, I like that side of it... but I think considering what else is around to do similar things... for example, if you wanted record and add effects... a BR800 can be got for almost half of the cost of this. A basic synth (mono-tribe? Stylophone?!?! old casio?!!?) could be gained at the same time for less cost (price for both approx £430). I would go for multi-function/total usefulness than style anyday.

[@heshamaz09]

I'd like to ask which is better the Op-1 or the Novation Mininova ? I really need help. Btw thanks for the Reviews ..

[@GPSchnyder]

Thanks nick. As I saw both in the Video, can you connect the Alesis iO Dock to it? Will that work? As you said in the Alesis Video it only works with a PC. But maybe...

[@InsaneOrder]

seems really nice, thanks for the review. have you had any contact with teenage engeneering about why they didn't put in velocity sensitivity?

[@Da_Kr_]

Would you say that it is possible to work with it as stand alone production device(record and mix all things with the OP-1)?

[@scaryfried]

@BreakmasterQually people keep saying "tape recorder"! no one actually mentioned. i thought they could have fit a tape in there somewhere, would be kinda cool.

[@step2191]

July 2017, TE is still selling the OP-1, for $899.00. Price hasn't gone down a penny in 6 years!

[@Wagoo]

well they fixed the lack of price changes now :)

[@TheLightningStalker]

The oscilloscope knobs are a nice touch.

[@aidanvinum]

I have tried playing live and recording on different tracks and I have always heard a hiccup when I try to switch from one track to another. Is there a way to avoid that? Thanks.

[@Chriselectricfingers]

how do u rec lets say 8 bars of drums nd the rec the chorus w a drum brake so its not just a loop its more like a song that has brake chorus etc I knw u have ur seting for 16 8 2 1 but its not enuff if u want to use 2 bars of something nd then go to 4 bars of something alse nd then come back to the original theme . I find it imposible to do

[@qishmish]

@harrymerchant456 What are you talking about >< . akai mpc is SAMPLER.! If there was Korg EMX with ESX's sampler option, it would be so..but there is no.. so..Electron Monomachine, Spectralis.. what else?

[@DivineZeal]

Thank you for the informative input! Will look into those synths.

[@decaystar]

it says in the manual "10.6 Sync Mode" that it should be possible to slave the unit over midi.

[@qishmish]

@XColorMeEvilX hmm well, maybe u know any synth hardware device wich allows to make full track on it?

[@KatiHathor]

i suppose this is useful for jamming things out if you're a band on tour and have lots of free time on busses and planes where you otherwise wouldn't be able to jam but a computer with some decent software vst's and a nice midi controller is better value for the money

[@SgtColl]

did swedish house mafia use this at the start of one where it has that synth going really fast and into the kick?

[@justLeGanDarY]

i can't imagine that but i don't know

[@LIFEwithhughlurcott]

***** i don't know if they did but in their music video for the song they act as if they did

[@MrAzflyman]

Joe Collins Yes, as well as Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails, and lots of others use the OP1 professionally.

[@projectptube]

@synerjee yeah the 303 was an anomaly. but there are countless other toys that were not. citing the 303 says nothing about the op-1

[@sokoleski]

Awsome review ....as usual! Really enjoy watching you reviews..never stop Thank you

[@squeakD]

Very cool.., but DAMN it's expensive! Are their production costs really that high for this street price?

[@piedraslibres]

Genial!!! is there any web site where i can read more tutorials about OP1?? thanks!