portable synthesizer synthétiseur portable ポータブルシンセサイザー taschen synthesizer
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synthesis OP-1 comes with several unique synthesizer engines, all instantly accessible with the sound selection keys. the synthesis palette ranges from physically modeled string synthesis to frequency modulation. the DNA synthesis is modeled on a machines individually unique ID which makes every OP-1 sound slightly different from another. the synthesis section also includes a selection of exchangeable lfo's, and effects.
instant sampler sampling is instant with the two built-in samplers, one for instruments like piano and one dedicated for percussion sounds and drum kits that automatically splits a recorded sound and lays it out on the 24 keys. the OP-1 also comes pre-loaded with great kits and instruments, and if you want to create your own sample library, just sample anything using the built-in microphone, usb audio or line in. it's never been easier, quicker or more creative to sample.
4-track tape anything you play, sequence or tweak you are able to record on the built in 4-track tape feature. match the tape speed to the sequencer clock for nice overdubbing with pitch changes, all in sync. change tapespeed while recording, or even record backwards in realtime. adding the optional crank accessory turns the tape into a hand cranked tape recorder.
mixer and effects add effects and texture to your sounds with the 4 channel mixer, including eq, 7 stereo effects and a compressor. individual levels and pan controls for all four tape tracks. finalize your mix in the master out panel. in mixer mode you also have the option to solo and mute tracks with the push of a button or to add punch-in tape tricks for live performance.
sequencers one of OP-1's strongest features is its sequencers. instead of having one sequencer that handles everything, there's six unique sequencers doing only one task each. there's the tombola sequencer for random trig (enter notes in the tombola and every time a note hits the wall it is played. the harder a note hits the wall, the louder it plays). then there's the sketch sequencer that lets you draw notes freely with the knobs.
multiple inputs OP-1 has four sound inputs; usb audio, the built-in mic, a 3.5 mm line in and a built-in fm radio. besides sound, all these inputs can be used as sources for the element lfo, letting you modulate any synth or effect parameter from the sound input. the fm radio is also a great source of inspiration when you are traveling abroad and want to sample local radio stations or music. finally, there's a useful out-to-in resampling function letting you do a mix-down when in tape mode.
controller mode pressing the com button turns OP-1 into a versatile midi controller with control change options, a two octave keyboard and four knobs. if instead selecting disk mode, the OP-1 turns into a mass storage device, letting you drag and drop your own sounds to it or drag and drop the complete tape with it's 4 tracks as separated individual audio files. export your entire session to your computer, do final tweaks in your daw software and import back the finished project.
instant tape editing with cut / lift, drop and split, it's easy to edit your recorded material. the feeling of turning a knob to scrub through the tape and press split is a unique experience unmatched by mouse and keyboard or touch devices. this physical input and feedback makes using the OP-1 more intuitive and natural than more complex systems, and helps you focus on the most important things like making music and being creative.
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here you'll find the latest version of the OP-1 user manual and the OP-1 quick start guide. if you just have a general interest in the OP-1, but still don't own one, reading these guides is a good way to understand its functions and features. the user manual is available online. read the manual.
check out the latest tutorial videos and learn how to get the most out of your OP-1. tons of pro-tips and other useful information is shared by our very own OP-1 genius. watch here.
share sounds and presets here. everything from synthesizer sounds to complete drum sample kits. our soundcloud.
expand your OP-1 with the OP-1 accessory kit. it comes with an fm antenna, a crank, a bender and LEGO™ compatible brick shafts. explore
updating your OP-1 is as easy as copying a file to an external usb disk. first download the latest os here. then connect your OP-1 to your computer with the usb cable. download os update.
synthesis
OP-1 comes with several unique synthesizer engines, all instantly accessible with the sound selection keys. the synthesis palette ranges from physically modeled string synthesis to frequency modulation. the DNA synthesis is modeled on a machines individually unique ID which makes every OP-1 sound slightly different from another. the synthesis section also includes a selection of exchangeable lfo's, and effects.
instant sampler
sampling is instant with the two built-in samplers, one for instruments like piano and one dedicated for percussion sounds and drum kits that automatically splits a recorded sound and lays it out on the 24 keys. the OP-1 also comes pre-loaded with great kits and instruments, and if you want to create your own sample library, just sample anything using the built-in microphone or line in. It's never been easier, quicker or more creative to sample.
4-track tape
anything you play, sequence or tweak you are able to record on the built in 4-track tape feature. match the tape speed to the sequencer clock for nice overdubbing with pitch changes, all in sync. change tape speed while recording, or even record backwards in realtime. adding the optional crank accessory turns the tape into a hand cranked tape recorder.
mixer & effects
add effects and texture to your sounds with the 4 channel mixer, including eq, 7 stereo effects and a compressor. individual levels and pan controls for all four tape tracks. finalize your mix in the master out panel. in mixer mode you also have the option to solo and mute tracks with the push of a button or to add punch-in tape tricks for live performance.
sequencers
one of OP-1's strongest features is its sequencers. instead of having one sequencer that handles everything, there's six unique sequencers doing only one task each. there's the tombola sequencer for random trig (enter notes in the tombola and every time a note hits the wall it is played. the harder a note hits the wall, the louder it plays). then there's the sketch sequencer that lets you draw notes freely with the knobs.
multiple inputs
OP-1 has four sound inputs; usb audio, the built-in mic, a 3.5 mm line in and a built-in fm radio. besides sound, these inputs can be used as modulation sources in the element lfo, letting you modulate any synth or effect parameter from the sound input. the fm radio is also a great source of inspiration when you are traveling abroad and want to sample local radio stations or music. finally, there's a useful out-to-in function letting you do a mix-down when in tape mode.
controller mode
pressing the com button turns OP-1 into a versatile midi controller with control change options, a two octave keyboard and four knobs. if instead selecting disk mode, the OP-1 turns into a mass storage device, letting you drag and drop your own sounds to it or drag and drop the complete tape with it's 4 tracks as separated individual audio files. export your entire session to your computer, do final tweaks in your daw software and import back the finished project.
instant tape editing
with cut / lift, drop and split, it's easy to edit your recorded material. the feeling of turning a knob to scrub through the tape and press split is a unique experience unmatched by mouse and keyboard or touch devices. this physical input and feedback makes using the OP-1 more intuitive and natural than more complex systems, and helps you focus on the most important things like making music and being creative.
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