Dave smith instruments mopho x4 keyboard analoge synthesizer. Every parameter is fully programmable and editable from the front panel. Only 100% analog synths have no latency well, actually they have some but its on the order of the speed of light. Sequential mopho x4 synthesizer keyboard guitar center. Dsi mopho x4 editor vstau by codeknobs soundware kvr.
The mopho x4 builds upon the same award winning voice architecture of the mopho. Dave smith introduces mopho x4 polyphonic keyboard synth. The mopho x4 is sure to satisfy all your polyphonic analog synthesis. Well, a few days ago, i had the chance to try out a mopho keyboard.
View and download dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual online. After much correspondence, the only solution dsi provided was, buy another usbmidi interface. If anyone has pad patches they could save and send over i would appreciate it. All listings current page auction buy it now classified ads. So i just bought a dsi mopho x4 and finally got around to programming some string and pad sounds. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the mopho and mopho keyboard, the mopho x4 boasts. On the prophet 08rev2mopho x4, the dcos do not drift like classic vco polys even with the slop parameter, so when you stack oscs in a unison mode, the result is not as rich. Ive played around a lot with software synths, both well known and obscure, and compared it to analog synths. The library features bass, leads, keys, and pads, as read more sunsine audio releases 129 presets for dsi tetra, mopho and prophet 08. Perhaps the weakest area of the x4 is warmsmooth pad making something to do with the way the filters are voiced and the highmid bump that.
Having done that, i chose a collection of sounds that i especially like and made my own lists of keys, pads, basses etc. The mopho is an excellent choice for anyone looking for large, aggressive analog sound combined with extreme flexibility at a very low price. Its a professional drum machine that generates its sounds using six powerful analog synthesis voices, and uses an innovative, performanceoriented operating system that permits an extraordinary level of control to create, edit, arrange, and manipulate. Tempest is the brainchild of legendary instrument designers, dave smith and roger linn.
Mopho x4 has the high quality sound and build for which dsi is renowned. See our analysis of the dave smith instruments mopho x4 and find out which alternative. Want to get something analog yet poly soon looking at these products from dsi. Im hoping that its merely my novice programming skills, but something doesnt seem right about way the envelope is starting and closing. Designed and manufactured in san francisco, mopho x4 has the high quality sound and build for which dsi is renowned. Synthesizer dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual 68 pages. I suppose thats because of the sub oscs and feedback l. The prophet 08 remains an instrument to inspire lust among many of us but, realizing that its price tag would be beyond many, dsi s more recent releases of the fourvoice tetra and monophonic mopho modules have allowed many more synth enthusiasts to enjoy a slice of the dsi audio pie. Mopho sound editor provides the ultimate editing and sound development experience by displaying all mopho program parameters in a single intuitive graphical interface. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 4voice analog synthesizer. Mopho desktop editor vst is a vst plugin editor for dave smith instruments mopho desktop synthesizer.
The mopho x4 builds upon the same award winning voice architecture of the mopho and mopho keyboard, the mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally sized, portable, and elegantly designed package. The controls are logically laid out, lending themselves to quick access so you can tweak knobs without missing a beat. It all depends on what youre looking for in terms of features. Mopho x4 is an overfine contribution to dsis revered line. Shop dave smith instruments mopho x4 keyboard synthesizer from ams with 0% interest payment plans and free shipping. And thanks to the guy above with the in depth description. Dave smith instruments is the only company pioneering and producing fully programmable polyphonic analog synthesizers. I know how to rewrite programs but i would like to know how to move their order around to improve access and workflow. The mopho is a single voice from the mighty prophet 08 with the addition of one suboscillator per dco. Equally, the tetra module offers four voices and multitimbrality for around twothirds of mopho x4 s price this time with the sacrifice of much of the x4 s instant tactility. Page 43 windows vista and windows 7 behave the same as xp, but the device name is dsi mopho rather than usb audio device. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 this is a pristine specimen.
Dave smith introduces mopho x4 analogue synthesizer. Each of mopho x4s four voices is composed of two analog. As soon as you add in digital keyboard scanning, midi control, etc. Mopho x4 and tetra can deliver pads, strings and other longrelease patches. I use it often, and the low end is mean while the high end is sanely rich sound and versatile. The mopho x4 borrows its shadowy good looks from dsi s own subdued but chic tetra synth module, and pairing them up is more than simply a cosmetic exercise. For example, mopho x4 has two oscillators and both oscillators have identical control parameters. Dec 27, 2012 dave smith instruments mopho x4 controls the garish little mopho desktop analogue synth certainly turned heads when it was launched in late 2008 not just for its standout colour but also for its standout sound and versatile feature set, and all for less than. Now yes i realize its only 4 voices but id still expect to play simple 3 note chords. All things guitarexplore bestselling gear, new models and more. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 synthesizer keyboard its a polyphonic mopho keyboard. I prefer the mopho x4, tetra combination, because i really like polyphonic prophet pads, and you still get the monstrous bass capabilities of the mopho. Dave smith instruments mopho vintage synth explorer.
Equally, the tetra module offers four voices and multitimbrality for around twothirds of mopho x4s price this time with the sacrifice of much of the x4s instant tactility. Nov 19, 2017 that is, can i organize programspatches on the mopho x 4 so that the first, lets say 20 or so programs would be bass sounds, the next 20 would be leads, the next 20 instrumental, etc. Have all the incredible analog sound you would expect from a dave smith instruments synthesizer, with the ease and reliability of modern day vsts, its truly the. Each of the four voices has 2 vcos, 2 suboctave generators, a famous 24pole curtis lowpass filter, 4 lfos, three 5stage envelope generators, an arpeggiator and a 16x4 step sequencer. Dave smith instruments is the only company pioneering and producing fully. Plus the tetra is a nice studio tool with with being 4 part multi timbral. I have only had my dsimopho for a few months and still have not become entirely familiar with all the sounds it is capable of producing. In windows, if you unplug the usb cable and plug it back in while a program has the mopho port. Free patches for the dave smith mopho synthesizer synthtopia. For example, if your order is placed and paid for at 1 p. So i used to have a dsi prophet 08 a few years ago, but had to sell it to pay taxes.
I had a dave smith instruments mopho for a year and i needed to clone few sounds from my novation xio patches. Fortunately, several of the synth components have similar control requirements. I recently recieved a new dsi mopho x4 and took the chance to have a sort out in my home mixingwriting room. I have owned many old school synths from moog, yamaha, roland, korg even a realistic mg1. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 synthesizer keyboard. And boy, to me, it sounds way better than the prophet. The mopho x4, though, should make the decision that much harder. You will need mopho soundeditor to upload the patches to the synth. The mopho x4 borrows its shadowy good looks from dsis own subdued but chic tetra synth module, and pairing them up is more than simply a cosmetic exercise. Similarly, the digital oscs on the 12pro 2 give you the broadest and most modern tonal palate, but the stability of those oscs can make it sound coldish. Mopho x4 is the newest addition to dsis revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. Dave smiths sexy mopho new prophet speaks with one voice 12sep08 dave smiths sexy mopho its certainly yellow for one of the little guys, i mean little in terms of size of company, for we all know of dave smiths giant stature in the synth business, it amazes me just how often new synths are released from him.
The x4 s fullsized, 44note semiweighted keyboard has aftertouch and velocity sensitivity. The 4 layer sequencer is a beast, but i have done much with it since i didnt get the software. Parameter knobs and each has a unique name for easy identification. Explore the latest synths, software, bestsellers and moreshop now.
Each of mopho x4s four voices is composed of two analog oscillators, two sub octave generators, selectable 2 or 4pole famed curtis lowpass filter, three 5stage. The mopho, in particular, represents fantastic value for. The mopho x4 borrows its shadowy good looks from dsis own subdued but chic. The mopho x4 builds upon the same award winning voice architecture of the. Drums provided by tempest, some effects used where noted. Supposedly if you purchase thirdparty software, its. Use it to create huge unison basses, creamy leads, maniacal sequences, and ethereal pads. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the mopho and mopho keyboard, the mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4voice polyphony in an ideally sized, portable, and elegantly designed package. Have all the incredible analog sound you would expect from a dave smith instruments synthesizer, with the ease and reliability of modern day. Its a professional drum machine that generates its sounds using six powerful analog synthesis voices, and uses an innovative, performanceoriented operating system that permits an extraordinary level of control to create, edit, arrange, and manipulate beats in. Have all the incredible analog sound you would expect from a dave smith instruments synthesizer, with the ease and reliability of modern day vsts, its truly the best of both worlds.
Even on smooth pads it still has a slightly gritty texture not silky smooth like a roland. Dave smith is a legend among analog synth manufacturers thats why mopho x4 is based on the exquisite analog component technology. So definitely do your research before planning which dsi synthesizer suits you best. I need some help deciding if this would be a good choice to start on. I can never seem to create anything soft and airy, and my sounds always end up as.
It offers a stereo output and an audio input for processing external sound through its fantastic curtis lowpass filter. Included in the download file are 12 patches, plus a readme with usageperformance suggestions. Have all the incredible analog sound you would expect from a dave smith instruments synthesizer, with the ease and reliability of modern day vsts, its truly the best of. The x4 has factory bank programs in rom that cannot be reordered or changed in any way. Designed and manufactured in san francisco, mopho x4 has. I like my mopho and have considered getting a tetra or mopho x4.
Mopho x4 is the newest addition to dsi s revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. Synthesizer dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual. Summary of contents for dave smith instruments mopho x4. Oct 17, 2017 on the prophet 08rev2 mopho x4, the dcos do not drift like classic vco polys even with the slop parameter, so when you stack oscs in a unison mode, the result is not as rich. Dsi mopho desktop editor vstau by codeknobs patch editor. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 keyboard synthesizer.
Mopho soundeditor is a fully mopho x4 sound editing software. Mopho x4 editor vst is a vst plugin editor for dave smith instruments mopho x4 synthesizer. Mopho x4 has most of the parameters of the prophet 08, plus a couple more, with a front panel that is almost 40% smaller. Work less, play more mopho x4 is intuitive and inviting. That usually means going to the usb audio device or dsi mopho x4 properties, as in. I then decided to get up to speed with its midi over usb, plugged in the cable and was greeted by those familiar high pitched cycle sounds. Programming can be a bit laborious unless you use the software editor, but its a superb little synthesizer that can sing, scream, grunt, and generate sound effects to rival the best of them. The prophet 08 remains an instrument to inspire lust among many of us but, realizing that its price tag would be beyond many, dsis more recent releases of the fourvoice tetra and monophonic mopho modules have allowed many more synth enthusiasts to enjoy a slice of the dsi audio pie. And show no signs of wear, including original packaging and all documentation and accessories. Dsi mopho x4, ground loops and botched usb gearslutz. Find great deals on ebay for dsi mopho and dave smith mopho. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 4voice polyphonic analog.
Mar 14, 2012 mikey moran has released this collection of patches for the dave smith instruments mopho synthesizer as a free download. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the mopho and mopho keyboard, the mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally sized, portable, and elegantly designed package. Dave smith mopho x4 keyboard b stock rock n roll vintage. Dave smith instruments is back with another excellent and affordable analog monophonic synthesizer. Ive made some dsi mopho patches i designed available for free download, plus sound samples of all of them. Placing a tetra on the convenient space on the mopho x4 panel and chaining the two together creates a cute yet powerful eightvoice synthesizer. Pads and strings are lush and tasty, and as for bass, those. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 polyphonic synthesizer. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the mopho and mopho keyboard, the mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally sized, portable, and elegantly. Mikey moran has released this collection of patches for the dave smith instruments mopho synthesizer as a free download.
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