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My name is Donald Jordan and I love synthesizers and audio production!
I make videos about gear that I love because I am a nerd and I enjoy it.
I do not do sponsored reviews on my channel, but if you'd like to reach out for any other creative collaboration, please use the email address below!
I make videos about gear that I love because I am a nerd and I enjoy it.
I do not do sponsored reviews on my channel, but if you'd like to reach out for any other creative collaboration, please use the email address below!
Making Mono Synths Polyphonic with the K.O. II
Donald Jordan walks through the process of sampling synthesizers for lo-fi grit with the Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II.
All audio was captured directly from the K.O. II, with no external processing or effects.
A pack of synth samples for use on the K.O. II can be downloaded here: drive.google.com/drive/folders/10iK5QpM780oKmsiitWiinsvuD5EE39st?usp=share_link
The sample names are notated in the video when used. There are also additional samples included in the sample pack that weren't used in the video. There are 22 synth samples totaling 13.7MB.
This video is not sponsored and all featured gear was purchased at full price.
If you enjoyed this video and want to see similar content in the future, please like and subscribe.
Intro: 00:00
Chromatic Sampling... What is it?: 0:48
Why Bother?: 2:40
Tips and Tricks: 7:18
Sampling Examples: 9:52
The following synths were sampled in this video:
Moog Grandmother
Arturia MiniFreak
Korg MS-2000
DSI Mopho
Vermona Perfourmer
MSW MSW-810
All audio was captured directly from the K.O. II, with no external processing or effects.
A pack of synth samples for use on the K.O. II can be downloaded here: drive.google.com/drive/folders/10iK5QpM780oKmsiitWiinsvuD5EE39st?usp=share_link
The sample names are notated in the video when used. There are also additional samples included in the sample pack that weren't used in the video. There are 22 synth samples totaling 13.7MB.
This video is not sponsored and all featured gear was purchased at full price.
If you enjoyed this video and want to see similar content in the future, please like and subscribe.
Intro: 00:00
Chromatic Sampling... What is it?: 0:48
Why Bother?: 2:40
Tips and Tricks: 7:18
Sampling Examples: 9:52
The following synths were sampled in this video:
Moog Grandmother
Arturia MiniFreak
Korg MS-2000
DSI Mopho
Vermona Perfourmer
MSW MSW-810
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How To Prep Your K.O. II Samples for Lo-Fi Grit
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Donald Jordan walks through prepping lo-fi samples for maximum grit on the Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II. All sounds and music in this video were created using the K.O. II. This video is not sponsored and all featured gear was purchased at full price. If you enjoyed this review and want to see similar content in the future, please like and subscribe. Intro: 00:00 The Theory: 1:18 The Proce...
The K.O. II is More Than Just a Groovebox
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Donald Jordan explores the Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II and its old school sampling methods. All sounds and music in this video were created using the K.O. II. This video is not sponsored and all featured gear was purchased at full price. If you enjoyed this review and want to see similar content in the future, please like and subscribe. Intro: 00:00 Quality: 1:56 Drop Test: 2:38 Concerns...
The Vector Synth and the Organic Beauty of Lissajous Figures
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Donald Jordan explores the Vector Synth and its unique synthesis style. For a sounds only video of the Vector watch here - ua-cam.com/video/Osfsj5vv5OA/v-deo.html All synth sounds and music in this video were created using the Vector. The synth audio was recorded direct and zero post processing or external effects were used. If you enjoyed this review and want to see similar content in the futu...
Vector Synthesizer - Sounds Only
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The sounds only companion video to Donald Jordan's review of the Vector Synth. If you'd like to hear my thoughts about this synth, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/LwI8p1zLbbI/v-deo.html If you enjoyed this video and want to see similar content in the future, please like and subscribe. Patch Examples: 00:00 Corners: 10:42 Orbiter: 15:28 Voicing and Effects: 21:46
The Hologram Microcosm Brings Synthesizers and Samples to Life
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Donald Jordan's exploration of the Microcosm. The Microcosm has the reputation of an ambience machine, but it is capable of so much more! For a sounds only video of the Microcosm, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/mDp9S50qyT4/v-deo.html All synth sounds created using Arturia's MiniFreak V. If you enjoyed this video and want to see similar content in the future, please like and subscribe. Intro: 0:0...
Hologram Electronics Microcosm with Synthesizers (NO TALKING)
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The sounds only companion video to Donald Jordan's overview of the Microcosm. The Microcosm has the reputation of an ambience machine, but it is capable of so much more! If you'd like to hear my thoughts about this pedal, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/VUzMbIkc_6Q/v-deo.html All synth sounds created using Arturia's MiniFreak V. If you enjoyed this video and want to see similar content in the fut...
The Arturia MiniFreak Has a Synth Superpower Hiding in Plain Sight!
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Donald Jordan's exploration of the Arturia MiniFreak's polyphonic effects. For a full review of the synth, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/p9bZ6KgrEv8/v-deo.html For a sounds only video of the synth, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/TfNAfpsfdCA/v-deo.html For a free MiniFreak patch bank, click here - drive.google.com/file/d/1CuyNHibXrH2HfCLGp4aqux_Q-MDlrIf_/view?usp=sharing If you enjoyed this video...
Is the Arturia MiniFreak Good for Classic Style Synth Sounds?
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Donald Jordan explores the Arturia MiniFreak to see if it's a good synth for more classic style synth sounds. For a sounds only video of the MiniFreak watch here - ua-cam.com/video/TfNAfpsfdCA/v-deo.html All synth sounds and music in this video were created using the MiniFreak. The synth audio was recorded direct and zero post processing or external effects were used. Here is a patch bank of th...
Classic Style Synth Sounds on the Arturia MiniFreak (NO TALKING)
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The sounds only companion video to Donald Jordan's exploration of the Arturia MiniFreak. If you'd like to hear my thoughts about this synth, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/p9bZ6KgrEv8/v-deo.html Here is a patch bank of the patches used in the Classic Style Patches section: drive.google.com/file/d/1CuyNHibXrH2HfCLGp4aqux_Q-MDlrIf_/view?usp=sharing Patch Timestamps: 0:10 = 001 0:28 = 014 0:59 = 00...
Generation Loss MKII Latency: How Bad Is It? And How to Fix It.
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UPDATE: Chase Bliss has released a new firmware that reportedly reduces the latency by half, or better. Link: www.chasebliss.com/gen-loss-mkii-mods Following up on my Gen Loss MKII review to address some of the questions and concerns about latency. Full review: ua-cam.com/video/voHPO6v69Fs/v-deo.html Sounds only video: ua-cam.com/video/5af-OKFDqhc/v-deo.html Intro: 0:00 Measuring the Latency: 1...
Chase Bliss Generation Loss MKII Review (with Synthesizers)
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Donald Jordan's review of the Generation Loss MKII. The Gen Loss MKII is a gnarly lo-fi pedal that emulates the audio and mechanical failings of a VCR on it's last leg. For a sounds only video of the Gen Loss MKII, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/5af-OKFDqhc/v-deo.html All synth sounds created using TAL Software's TAL-U-NO-LX, except where other synths pictured. If you enjoyed this review and wan...
Chase Bliss Generation Loss MKII with Synthesizers (NO TALKING)
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The sounds only companion video to Donald Jordan's review of the Generation Loss MKII. The Gen Loss MKII is a gnarly lo-fi pedal that emulates the audio and mechanical failings of a VCR on it's last leg. If you'd like to hear my thoughts about this pedal, watch here - ua-cam.com/video/voHPO6v69Fs/v-deo.html All synth sounds created using TAL Software's TAL-U-NO-LX, except where other synths pic...
Patch Diary 005: Korg MS2000
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Let's make this patch. The synth for today was the Korg MS2000. The effects used were: Mattoverse Electronics Inflection Point Earthquaker Devices Plumes Eventide Tricerachorus This time, I made a Boards-y, melted cassette sound. If you enjoyed the content of this video and want to see more in the future, please like and subscribe!
Patch Diary 004: Sequential Prophet Rev 4
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Mid-Fi Electronics For Parts or Repair Review (with Synthesizers)
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Mid-Fi Electronics For Parts or Repair Review (with Synthesizers)
Mid-Fi Electronics For Parts or Repair with Synthesizers (NO TALKING)
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Mid-Fi Electronics For Parts or Repair with Synthesizers (NO TALKING)
Moog Mavis Synthesizer - Sounds Only
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Moog Mavis Synthesizer - Sounds Only
Patch Diary 002: Sequential Prophet Rev 4
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Patch Diary 002: Sequential Prophet Rev 4
Korg MS2000 Exploration - Sounds Only
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Korg MS2000 Exploration - Sounds Only
Dreadbox Nymphes Synthesizer - Sounds Only
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Sequential Take 5 Synthesizer Review
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Sequential Take 5 Synthesizer Review
So, you can connect directly a launchpad to play the KOII?
Yes, you can use a standard 1/8” stereo cable to connect the MIDI out port of the Launchpad directly into the MIDI in port of the KOII. However, you still have to power the Launchpad via the USB cable and a power brick.
Nice video! I would like to buy my first hardware synth and I prefer analog semi modular. Under 500 which is the best one for a complete noob for start the journey? Thanks a lot
I would highly recommend stretching your budget and picking up a used Moog Grandmother. If you are patient and keep an eye on Facebook and Craigslist, you can find one for $600 or cheaper. The Grandmother is a great semi-modular for a beginner because it follows a very traditional architecture, and the patch points are located on the actual "modules", rather than amassed in a patch bay. This is the ideal layout for learning modular synthesis. Also, the Grandmother sounds absolutely astonishing and is a guaranteed future classic. If you can't stretch your budget, then I would recommend the PWM Malevolent. It's a much more aggressive synth than the Grandmother, but it sounds great, and it also has its patch points clearly distributed across the panel. You could argue that there are "better" semi-modular synths out there for the money, but for someone looking to start their journey, these would be the best teaching synths. Anything with a more complex architecture or a patch bay style layout is going to have a much harsher learning curve.
@@Bloom_Music ok thanks :)
@@Bloom_Music ok thanks understand. The grandmother in Europe is 1200 new so is impossible to find it around 600. So I’ll look at the malevolent 👍
Until this moment I did not know what the umbrella meant. 😂 So yeah, great point.
37:31 what the 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓴
legend!
excellent
One of the best ko videos. Thanks
I was interested up until you announced 'the drop test'. That on top of being so fucking worried about what some idiots are saying in forums... yeah, I'm just going to block the channel. This shit is stupid.
Loved the video, and very sensible (even if I didn't like the treatment of the MPC, even if I don't like them) and I might actually pick up a KOII as a result. I got the original pocket operator PO33 KO largely as something fun and accesible for making beats that my kids can use. My 8yo daughter can sample hitting a metal bar at the playground and work with it right there, make a little beat, put some vocal phrase in "I'm thirsty" is the main lyric from one of them haha. But it's pocketable, Mic, Speaker, Sampling - can set in and out sample points, pitch up or down, lowpass / highpass accross one knob range. It's great. But the KOII with it's far superior built in speaker and midi IO would be far better for 'actual' creation around the house - only downside is it doesn't fit in your pocket. Anyway. My only nitpick in your video is that I LOVE my OP-1 Field, it's just a pity about the price. But even the original, I don't consider it a toy - you've said there's never been a modern equivilent of the SK-1, and I think the OP-1 is exactly that. (except for price) Instant 1 key sampling from the built in mic and playback, But it's like an SK-1 with a built in four track portastudio and effects and some synth engines. For me, I think more in terms of notes on a keyboard than pads, having grown up with a Piano in the house since I was a kid. But I can take OP-1 anywhere and have sampling, effects, overdubbing, audio recording. For me it's great. Definitely not for everyone though, I get that.
Liked, Sub'd - I _was_ happy with my Microfreak. It even has features the mini does not! But this single specific example makes me want a minifreak now instead. So thanks! Not! haha :)
oh man thats such an incredible review! exactly what i needed to see and hear about the minifreak. i honestly didnt quite get the hype. always thought the usual sound demos sounded cheap and even awful. so thanks for showcasing the potential of classier sounds! ❤
OP-1 also had a high press rating but the scissor clips and keycaps failed before the actual button/nipple on the PCB
The Mod function in plate 140 react like a size knob, there maybe more to it though.
What a fantastic demo with a fair and balanced review. I snagged one when it was first announced, but I have yet to open it. I can't get myself to disrupt that beautiful packaging. :-) I have a soft spot for old school 'memory management' style sampling. My first sampler was an unexpanded Ensoniq EPS with 512 KB of memory. I became a MASTER of getting the most out of that limited memory. Sadly most modern samplers (including my MPC X) don't give off that same vide. This K.O. II seems to do so. I gotta get mine going.
oh mannnnnnnnmnn I got one of these in a trade and damn this slaps even harder than I thought it would
You're the summoning salt of the music gear world, great work!
What are your thoughts of this as a sketch pad for in bed, restaurants etc. do you think it has enough to get me to an 8 bar loop that I can take into the studio
It definitely excels as a sketch pad. You can build something quickly using the commit function, and I find its arrangement tools very intuitive. It will be familiar if you have any experience arranging in Maschine. However, transitioning into the studio is going to be cumbersome. With no export tools, you’ll have to record each channel one at a time as audio. If you embrace this limitation creatively, you can use it as an opportunity to record a unique take of each track using the various performance effects. The end result will be something more organic and alive, rather than just sounding like a loop.
@@Bloom_Music hey man. Thank you for the detailed response. I really appreciate it. That’s what I figured. I’m not to concerned with workflow quirks as I started on a akai s5000. But this exactly suits what I want. Quick, fun, sketchpad. Although I am also considering a polyemd mini. Which might be too much. I need something with less options so I actually make something instead of tweaking it endlessly. PS, I bought my mini freak because of your videos and I am loving it. Can you do a favour for me? Can you harass arturia for the mini freak osc in an update. Thanks bro love your content
We need this in Eurorack format.
Wonderful video and sample collection! Thank you for making it! And this technique is great not just for the KO but I think will work great for other size limited, polychromatic samplers like my picoTracker 👍
I think this sold me on the MF over the minilogue xd or hydra
Excellent review!
I have been trying to connect my Keystep Pro via a 5 pin mid to 1/8 inch 1010 Music adapter and I can’t get it to do a thing. I’ve been desperate to try this out since you posted the video. Any ideas?
Good insights, also I love the background music!
I dont get why you just got 7590 followers? Your content is so brilliant <3 even 5 years ago :)
that drop test was absolutely epic … laughed very hard 😂😂😂😂😂
Your content is outstanding. Thanks man.
What’s the bass patch at 1:38? Been thinking about it for days but new to synths haha
Great video. I have this alongside an MC707, TR8S, UNO Synth, JV1080 and Volca Sample 2. I tell myself I don't need ANYTHING else to make full tracks, but... ...you know how it is. :) I need to spend more time experimenting with the JX-08; you're right, it is a little powerhouse!
I wish that it supported sustain pedal via midi though…
Great review and walkthrough of the Minifreak. I did notice you said your Matrixbrute collects dust because of the Steiner-Parker filter. That’s ashame considering the deep capabilities of that synth and it having a ladder filter as well. There’s so many ways to configure the two filters that I don’t find it lacking in any way.
Less freaky? Rick James has left the chat.
That crusty old oscilloscope is awesome.
Comparing a VA to an analog synth just doesn't make sense. Of course you can go way deeper into osc tones and modulation but you are far from the sonic qualities of, let's say, a prologue. Anyway, I think the minifreak is a beast and perhaps the most versatile VA out there.
its hardly sounds stereo
Teenage Engineering is a toy manufacture.
Why am I watching this?
go to bed
@@LAFHFKLA9 thanks, yes I should stop watching UA-cam at 5am and go to bed.
I need to get a better job
When you sampled the analog synth and played it back as a pad, would it behave the same way as doing this in ableton with simpler or sampler? If you need to use sampler what would you look for in the settings?
Generally, yes, you can do the same thing in Simpler. The big difference will be the sound and the way that Simpler pitches your sample. (At least the last time I used it), Simpler doesn’t have any “old school” pitching modes; it just uses the same stretching algos that it uses for clips, which usually try to maintain the quality and character of the original samples. So, while Simpler can achieve the same type of sampling, the results will sound very different and won’t have that classic lo-fi vibe.
2:15 You forgot the free VST offers far below the given price point. Hybrid analog or not, one knob per function and "character" don't differentiate it enough.
Appreciate the attention to detail in explaining…
ISLA S2400
A lot of clever thoughts on samples, i’m try to keep those in mind. thank you!!
how did you generate pads at 13.05? Can the ko2 loop the sample?
Negative, the K.O. II cannot loop the samples. See my video “Making Mono Synths Polyphonic with the K.O. lI” to see how to make these types of sounds.
This video convinced me the miniFreak wasn't just a microFreak with keys. Two of the best synths out there, and glad to have both (despite the fact I usually prefer full-size keys)
This was so helpful - Thanks!
How do you think would be for a total noob whos not a musician but fairly tech savvy?
It’s a pretty simple device, so if you are tech savvy, you shouldn’t have any problems. A lot of the gripes people have with the workflow are because it doesn’t work exactly like most other devices in the segment, so being a “noob” might actually make it easier for you, because you won’t have to unlearn another workflow to learn this one.
@@Bloom_Music Thanks so much for taking the time here.
Are you using 1 or 2 oscillators here?
Two oscillators here. Second oscillator comes in at 0:53.
Can you assign an envelope to either lfo? As in make it have a faster/slower attack.
You can assign either envelope to control LFO rate, but you cannot mod the envelope times with an LFO.
Nice video. I like your idea about throwing it in a bag with a midi controller so you can use it as your portable sound bank. As a sequencer I think its a fail, and as a groovebox its definitely a fail, but I can see it being a great device as just a pure sampler to combine with a more robust sequencer or use to jam with friends.
Thanks!
My first Super Thanks! I appreciate it!