NEW MIDI CONTROLLER! Artiphon Orba - Making A Beat

[@darumabeats]

OMG man, the beat is so chill and the video is so elaborate! damn, u really showed the potential of the orba, and i dig the effort u put on your videos! locations, camera angles, drone filmin, damn! good job!

[@Steven-pj1iu]

Man, Taetro, this channel is top quality. The music, the video editing, your presentation. Love it -- keep it coming, it's inspirational! Peace

[@Zen_Shot]

As an Artiphon Orba backer I can't wait to get my hands on mine. I'll be using an iPad Pro with mine so hopefully we'll get some tutorials from you using an iPad too. Great tune btw.

[@milododds1]

This is the video and the beat that got me hooked on creating my own digital music. I can't thank you enough Taetro.

[@jeffclaassen]

That was dope! Just got an Orba a few days ago. My 9 year old is obsessed with it. Super fun little music maker.

[@aaronv679]

Great example! Mine arrives Thursday and can’t wait to play. I’m completely new to this but have always been interested in creating. It would be great to see a step by step of how you went about creating this, where the sounds come from, how you load them in, what you were using on the computer etc. basically a start to finish nuts to bolts look at what you created would be amazing!!

[@Taetro]

I’ll have a tutorial out on Sunday! It may not be completely ground up but you’ll see the behind the scenes of how I used Orba in this session

[@aaronv679]

Awesome! Can’t wait to watch. Anything you put out is going to be helpful for someone like me :)

[@StrillLife]

Did you get yours? I'm anxious to see a few more backers get theirs before I order. This lil gadget is just what I need to start dabbling into making music again.

[@justinlinelines]

Good stuff Taetro! I’d like to hear/see a comparison between this and the ROLI Light Blocks

[@horrorgorecollector]

Not only was tbe mix great. But the video was great. Edits top notch.

[@milododds1]

Mic dropped, mind blown. Taetro, your music is beyond inspiring, much respect. It's Day 1 for me with the Orba. I will keep track of my questions and get back to you. I will learn the basics first and save my most challenging questions for you. I love everything that you're doing and that you're willing to mentor people like me with such amazing content and skill. By chance do you sell your tracks? I just love listening to your music. I will be wearing my Taetro Summer Keyboard Adventure t-shirt with great pride, it looks really nice in grey.

[@milododds1]

Ok I have a question: I was able to connect the Orba to Garage Band and use it as a midi controller. However I came back the next day and it wasn't playing the various instruments as a midi controller. It seems like the Orba is having issues with holding its firmware. After removing the Orba from Garage Band the first night, it wouldn't produce any sound until after I reset the firmware. Anyways if there is something I'm missing in terms of getting to control instruments within GarageBand that would be very helpful information. Many thanks !

[@richslaney]

Brilliant video showing the orba’s capabilities

[@Khordmaster]

Production value on this is stellar. I feel inspired 😎. Great job Taetro keep it up! I just ordered one of these and excited to check it out!!

[@Taetro]

Appreciate that Kevin! Excited for you to make some jams

[@Khordmaster]

@@Taetro 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾😎

[@nisharrk]

Woah! the controller is pretty cool. Also, the aesthetics of your videos are soo good

[@trevorcampbell3856]

very creative kind of sound i like it which inspired me to buy an Orba. The though i realise that you are using another software to conbine. Great intruduction to Orba thank you. It be great what you have able to do with the Orba update into the begininng of 2022...

[@101doreen]

Just purchase this for my creative nephew. I can hardly wait to hear what his hands will create! You earned sub! Love your rhythm!

[@kevinpond2201]

That thing made even you sound like a musician. Just playin , your dope af bruh! You make that look magical.

[@batatereluelimusic]

this form factor is unique as hell

[@django5420]

Oh boy.. still eagerly waiting for mine since Oct 19 :O

[@liamhebden8857]

this is like the coolest thing that is priced like you don't really need to think about it too much. Even buying this as a toy for a creative person that hasn't tried making music it would be a dope ass toy that wouldn't be a waste of money and could potentially inspire them into the world of music creation... although these days that is more about researching what is snake oil or not lol... from the basics of this and the price this is so far from that. The shaker thing as well is so cool, so simple but so cool. I mean the modulation sliding and tilting will make this something for creating original things quite easily, but the simple little things will give it that sheen edge to create something sounding well put together... without breaking the bank or the pocket... insanely portable

[@jagbrave]

I’m a novice to say the least. Excited to see what you can do and someone less talented like myself! Totally excited to get this. I’d love to see if you can recommend any apps with the iPad Pro to expand the use of it!

[@Silverback67]

I assume the sounds we are hearing are NOT the sounds the Orba is capable of making, but sounds from a DAW, correct? I'd be interested in seeing what Orba's built in synth can do. Can it recreate any realistic analog instrument sounds? (strings, horns, drums, piano, etc).

[@kimmiesrhythms]

this was really dope thanks for sharing!!

[@theunreal_TOEBEANS]

I love your music man! Such an inspiration!!

[@billjon2732]

The editing is really good man

[@Bashia_]

Oh my gosh wow this video is so cool, & man really wanna get an Orba. Question: What DAWs does it work with?

[@deejayeetee]

It functions as a midi controller (via USB or Bluetooth), so should work with most DAWs. I think Bluetooth midi might be limited to Mac's, but I'm not sure. It also has built-in sounds (swappable via app), so can be used as an independent instrument too.

[@Bashia_]

@@deejayeetee Thanks😊🙌

[@andycrump4979]

How do I change built in sounds

[@Macreando]

@@andycrump4979 on the app (mobile or computer). BTW Bluetooth midi only on Mac, windows by USB.

[@deejayeetee]

Nice beat, feels a bit like Tycho, but with a sweet solo. I backed the Orba Kickstarter; eagerly awaiting delivery.

[@TONYDJROOKSTARAVECI]

Well done on this composition it can’t be easy mode micro bit without a bite .

[@loganchapmandesign]

I'm so happy to see people besides artiphone making videos about Orba, great video!! Artiphon's videos are great for getting excited about the product, but don't have many specifics. I've been following Orba for a while, but haven't been able to find definite answers to a couple questions I had. The big one is if you can change the chords from the app or computer program. There's probablly a way to do it in Ableton or something, but I wondered if you could play whatever chords you want without having to be hooked up to a computer. Also, can you decide which scale the lead part is based on? I couldn't tell from anything I've seen. Thanks!

[@Taetro]

right now in the desktop app you can set the key (minor or major) and choose your root note - these will be the same across the modes. Can't customize or change the chords yet but hopefully they'll add that in the future. Thanks so much for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed :)

[@loganchapmandesign]

Thanks, I enjoyed your new Orba video!

[@ajtom5189]

This looks very interesting! Looking forward to a more in-depth video! Could you use this to create a whole song?? Do you have to program each button to a certain sound? Nice vid, and cool intro

[@digitig]

From what I've seen (waiting for it to arrive!) each button is a note in a diatonic scale. Combinations of buttons switch between sounds and start/stop looping. Simple (but effective) sounds built in, more possibilities if you use it as a MIDI controller for some other MIDI expander..

[@ajtom5189]

Tim Rowe cheers 👍🏼 built in speaker or not?

[@digitig]

@@ajtom5189 I believe it has - though it can only be a little one!

[@Macreando]

@@ajtom5189 yes it has, powerful enough for a family demo. Also has earphone 3.5mm jack.

[@unclerobbieslug]

Yes. More.

[@OGm556]

How to make the Orba bend the pitch when you twist. I saw that it could be done on a video by Artiphon but I can’t find the feature on the Orba app

[@Tyoung152]

excellent as always, you make it look easy. Having trouble syncing mine (won't connect to bluetooth and therefore MIDI). You're obviously using your DAW and not the built-in: would like instruction on establishing that connection. Artiphon manual is strangely not helpful for beginning MIDI experimentalists. Or i got a dud.

[@shannonpalmer]

Did you ever figure this out? I’m having a hard time getting mine to work as a midi controller with my ipad :(

[@eulman09]

Epic jam and vid, Taetro!

[@videoclipsdude]

That was tooooo phat! Wow, ya burning this thing!

[@ak1_grey]

I'm new on this channel and in producing and I managed to come across Taetro. Been watching videos on this channel for a while. And now, I'm getting my own novation launchkey mini mk3😩👌🏻 Also that's a sick instrument though it's so small. It's so compact

[@christopheralvero]

Can't wait to get mine this Sunday!👌 Great video!✊

[@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4]

Perfect! Just saw mines shipped today! Also Humble Bundle has a bundle out with Music Maker, ACID music studio 11, Soundpool EDM Discharge with several hundred loops at 130bpm, and others. Definitely worth grabbing, imo, that you could use this with.

[@k-g-p]

Nice stuff! Please share the possibilities for ableton integration

[@eduardoprieto5267]

Pretty cool.

[@jonaskissling8343]

Your music and the ocean. Great combo 👍 I'm completely new to digital music. Orba will be something I want get into improvisation, as I've always been playing from sheets. What would be the next step after the build in sounds and the orba app? I have no clue what apps there are to be used with the orba as a controller... Cheers!

[@auddioduck6492]

Sweet 👾 I really like this little hockey puck!! really neat and innovative. And a very nice demonstration.. you rock taetro

[@stafford.studios]

My phone is not connecting to Orba. It shows up through ap, but every time I select "connect" it fails to connect

[@altruistic3691]

Thanks for the performance. You and the Orba were great! Just wondering, were you listening to this through ear pods or something or was there actual sound coming out of the Orba that was audible among the waves in the outdoors? Did it sound good if just listening to the stock speaker of the Orba? Thanks again.

[@abefarrar]

Are all the sounds I’m hearing coming from the orba? No other software? I just purchased one and I’m hoping to create beats like this without any other computers of instruments.

[@cappleproductions8654]

is it difficult to lay down melodies with only 8 pads?

[@t_j_m.u.s.i.c_02]

Hi there, is orba would be used in Windows like Ableton live and FL studio

[@laylascuteserama6171]

Can u make tutorials how to loop this device is cool but very hard to use

[@brwhyon]

I do ambient /atmospheric guitar work with effects pedals, how do you think this can blend into this type of sounds ? Main concern is, is, will it play nice with my pedals ? Thanks, great review Fam.

[@RyanYewell]

Do you think this is suitable for young kids (i.e. 3+) if used with adult supervision to help guide them through things, lead them in the different modes, functionality, so they can also just play with the sounds, have some fun, etc?

[@rocketrose2165]

We got ours specifically for our grand kids ages 3 and 5. They've been monkeying around with our Kaossolator and a little sequencer called a Dato for a year now. We've hooked up the Roli blocks but they think those are too boring. They need immediate feedback so this looks like some fun. Can't wait for ours to arrive.

[@Survj444]

Man! I really love your videos. I’m just starting my new home studio and after seeing your videos all time i get so excited and so knowledgeable about everything you put on this channel. Lots of ❤️. Keep bringing videos. Keep going. Hope to meet you someday and make dope beats.✌🏻

[@Icedragonscale]

That looks really cool, but I'm interested in how gimmicky it is or if it's a viable midi controller for music production/beat making ... And would you prefere it over other smaller 25 key midi controllers or would you just recommend it for making music on the go?

[@ezze-does-it]

it looks like for melodic instruments you're kinda limited to a scale. I wonder if it has a method for octave switching

[@dankcolugo3902]

I like how you don’t tell us to subscribe before showing the content we clicked on the video for, more you tubers need to do this🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Taetro]

:)

[@shaunf4727]

Wait were all the sounds used here from the factory sound banks on it????

[@underappreciated27]

Just interested ... what presets were you using?

[@MayAnneLuyun]

This sooo cool! Honestly i only get to discover cool music gears on your channel esp the guitar from artiphone and the roli blocks and seabord. Cant wait for the tutorial/walkthrough on this. I’m curious on how to set this up and if it doesnt have any latency since it’s wireless. Thanks again teatro for bringing us great music and gears! 🙌🏻

[@taranlall5847]

You have a serious skill man

[@Renecovs]

Wow this is so small. I´d like to see how it works in deep. Thanks for sharing!

[@Researchmisinfomation]

Hi teatro tanks for this inspiring beat, I was just wandering how you made this beat / loop in to a complete song. Is there a aranger mode in the orba or are the Multiles blocks that you can switch from one loop to another to , could you finish a complete song on this or do you have to upload or record then or use it in combination with software. I’m just wander if this the direct playback from orba or that you had to cut glue parts of the loops in external daw to complete the song. Kind regards the

[@SeanKearney]

Love the BR2049 shirt!

[@yannickkampschoer230]

Hi Taetro, I was wondering, would you recommend this midi controller if it was the only one you were gonna buy? I'm fairly new to the scene, really like the portability of this thing but was wondering if you'd be missing out on important features since it seems so compact.

[@yannickkampschoer230]

I also bought the lumi by the way. So I've already got the keyboard in my potential portable setup

[@amydelong7972]

Nice Bladerunner tshirt ❤

[@Cid_1]

What company was it that relatively recently released a MIDI keyboard for FL Studio? Was it Novation? If anyone remembers I would HIGHLY appreciate it. I tried searching but everything I find is the ones that comes with Ableton Live Lite. This one was specifically made for use with FL Studio. Might have been one of the Launchkey or the Akai Mini's?

[@tubasco504]

Akai fire

[@Cid_1]

@@tubasco504 No it wasn't the Fire, it had both keys and pads. Damn I wish i bookmarked it. Thanks for the response though :)

[@sammy8174]

THE ORBA IS SO COOL. Sick vid btw.

[@vasujindal1361]

How are assigning all the tracks to it nd is it available worldwide i m from India?

[@HeresJohnny86]

Great tune! I ordered mine. This is my first electronic music making device. I'm new at this. Any recommendations on starter software? Something I can use on my Android phone? Or PC?

[@Macreando]

You've got the app for both your mobile and windows (windows does not support bluetooth midi, it must be connected by USB). For further options, I recommend you to start (as I'm a newb too) with the free Studio One Prime version for windows.

[@hafrunmariazsoldos7151]

Im gobsmacked ❤️

[@MSTVIBEZ9446]

You killed the beat man I don't know to say man you made me feel like in the ocean 👌💯

[@Taetro]

perfect 🌊

[@clownpatje]

Can I put my own sounds on this instrument?

[@llasch28]

Hey taetro...just found your channel looking for Launchkey mini Mk3 info (one gets to me on Tuesday) and I also have an Orba preordered and am frothing at the mouth to receive it. Do you think you could eventually create a beat using both of these vibing together so I can start imagining what it’ll be like?? Bonus question: can you make your little master beat repeat audio effect rack available to download? Sub’d

[@davedrumsuk]

Are all the sounds you used in this video built in?

[@Macreando]

No, he used it as midi controller with a DAW (ableton?) on his Mac.

[@keegansanders5394]

YO TAETRO!!! this is awesome! Quick question... what kinda dog is that?

[@snaredrum954]

Oh my days! That’s sounds incredible. Looks proper fun and literally hands on! That lead line tho 💪🔥 is it easy to load samples into it? Grade A filming to - when the sea comes in 😭❤️🎯

[@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4]

IIRC it has some out-of-the-box samples loaded onto it but I don't think you can load others. Rather in this vid he's (I believe) just using it as a midi controller via bluetooth through I think Ableton. It can be used as a looper with it's own onboard without connecting (physical or wireless).

[@cpr2323]

As @PromNightFetus mentioned, the sounds in the video are coming from the DAW. The Orba does have a synth engine, but it is not sampled based. New presets will be coming out as time progresses. :)

[@atticusfinch6038]

dude that blade runner shirt is awesome

[@Taetro]

uniqlo!

[@Rox0rCreativeHelp]

Id like to see a break down on this one. Straight fire

[@tubasco504]

waiting on mine to leave China! Can you tell me what the feel of the pads is? Are they hard plastic? Rubbery?

[@tubasco504]

also, nice performance! When did you receive yours?

[@adriansmithmusic]

Excellent demo! You have a new subscriber.

[@Ahollywoodjoevideodiaryseries]

Getting mine soon, can you use Android phones. Or stand alone can you make some music?

[@Taetro]

standalone yes - unsure about android

[@Macreando]

Yes you have the app available also for android (still beta but works mostly great).

[@TheRangeControl]

Taetro, I can't tell how small it is... whether I could use it comfortably. I need to scale the perspective based upon you and your hand size. How tall are you?

[@supremelc3667]

I find a good comparison is the Tycho impact crater on the moon.

[@Taetro]

I’m 6ft. My hands are big.

[@Silverback67]

I find it hilarious that you ask "how tall are you" for comparison, as opposed to "how big is the Orba in inches/cm....lol

[@JeffStokerCFM]

Too cool.

[@DarkDao]

Damn this thing is cool.

[@FUSIONMAKER17]

That's just awesome man ✨✨✨uff like that stuff❤️❤️✨

[@bagsbunny]

My partner saw me watching a video introducing the Orba and could tell I was interested: “So how many thousands of £ do they cost?” Me: “Uh, they’re £110 right now on Gear4Music” She “Would you like one for Christmas?” Me: 😜🥳🤓💋 So that’s hidden away, waiting for the big day!

[@andrewforster9665]

She is a keeper!!

[@andrewforster9665]

How do you like it?? I ordered mine last night. Super stoked.

[@Soulwalrus1]

Glad to see at least one persons has turned up 😂

[@88keyz]

I saw that last year some where in a article lol

[@vamsikrishna1159]

Oooooo...waiting for this...but not available in amazon 😞😞😞..🔥🔥🔥

[@Smelter57]

We have a UK supplier primed :- www.gear4music.com/Keyboards-and-Pianos/Artiphon-ORBA/3J38

[@tubasco504]

@@Smelter57 how is this possible? I'm a crowdfunding backer and they've only now started shipping

[@Smelter57]

Did you seriously think they would not set up dealerships while the backers are waiting. The quantity made are not just for the Kickstarter but to also supply the on-line retailers. Being backers does not make us exclusive customers.

[@tubasco504]

@@Smelter57 yes, because that's how crowdfunding works. "Be the first to receive..." is exactly how crowdfunding campaigns such as this are worded. Did you seriously not think that the people who financed the initial production run SHOULDN'T get their units first? (You don't seem to know how crowdfunding works at all.)

[@Smelter57]

@@tubasco504 I know exactly how crowdfunding works (I've backed a few in my time) but I also know how life works. Read my original post, the dealers are "PRIMED", they are offering "Available for order. Estimated delivery: 2nd - 3rd September" Don't think for a minute that as soon as we backers have them shipped to us, that they will wait to make them available through the dealers. Item on order with our supplier This item has been ordered from our supplier, and we are currently awaiting delivery. We will dispatch this product to you as soon as it is received from our supplier. "Estimated delivery to you" is our estimate of when we will be able to deliver the product to you, based on our supplier's normal delivery timescales. If we become aware it is going to take significantly longer than normal to deliver this item, we will let you know, otherwise, we will advise by email or text message when the item has been dispatched from our distribution centre.

[@sokim5576]

this is so cool

[@AdrianLabs]

2:45 those poor eyeglasses x(, great video I'm waiting for my 2 orbas!

[@Taetro]

lol rip. hope your orbas come in soon!!

[@magnuseriksson8081]

2? why 2 😊😃🎶

[@HarikrishnanSrinivasan]

This is so cool🔥🔥

[@zer0tzer0]

Cool Blade Runner 2049 T-Shirt, but why are you wearing a mask when you're alone on the beach?

[@TheBeladog]

Because it show solidarity. ❤️

[@daojea]

Great

[@samuelmessiha8609]

I saw it in the corner of the akai mpk mk3 vs launchkey mini mk3 vid

[@riturajkumar5598]

What it's price? Is it available in India?????

[@Zen_Shot]

artiphon.com/pages/orba

[@RobotClinic]

Taetro, love this! Can't wait to get mine as an early backer, should be soon. Would be great if you could join us on the facebook group page Artiphon Orba user group.

[@Khordmaster]

My man!!! I think you're a fellow OP-Z user like me?! This has me pretty intrigued. Interesting in knowing your thoughts

[@DharmaSquad]

Fire

[@Alexxsirko]

WOW! an interesting thing

[@locutz]

Its wireless ugh ,my pc don't have Bluetooth in it and Bluetooth adapters are not midi supported

[@deejayeetee]

It can do USB as well.

[@ACM9407]

This could and should be used as a product advertisement video for the Orba. Directly on their website. Truly talented individual you are man. Awesome showcase.

[@spellerlittlewing]

No he’s using other software not orba alone

[@SSSSSS-ro4fi]

Form factor is so weirdo Sound 👍

[@Dracopol]

Okay but how are you at high tide? LOL

[@Nathan-jh9fj]

HOW TF DO I CONNECT THIS THING TO BLUETOOTH!?!?!?!?!

[@blacksantaria3642]

HAD TO SEND BACK. UPDATED IT THEN IT STOPPED AND TURNED OFF . TRIED TO TURN IT ON THE NEXT DAY AND IT DIED . DON'T HAVE TIME FOR THIS .