About Oberheim

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Oberheim is a renowned name in the music industry, famous for its role in shaping the sound of synthesizers since the 1970s. Founded by Tom Oberheim, the company has produced iconic analogue synthesizers and other electronic music equipment that helped define the sounds of genres like jazz, rock, and electronic music. Oberheim is particularly celebrated for creating warm, rich analogue tones that became a staple in the sound palettes of countless musicians and producers.

Their most influential products include the OB-X, OB-Xa, and OB-8 series, known for their distinctive polyphonic voices and lush sound. The SEM (Synthesizer Expander Module) is another standout, often praised for its flexibility and characteristic filter. Oberheim’s designs, such as the Matrix series, also introduced digital control over analogue sound, blending modern functionality with traditional warmth. Today, Oberheim synthesizers are highly regarded both as studio workhorses and as collector’s items, with a legacy that continues to inspire new generations of electronic musicians.

Analog

An analog synthesizer is a musical instrument that generates sound electronically through the manipulation of voltage-controlled oscillators, filters, and amplifiers. Unlike digital synthesizers, which use computer processors to generate and manipulate sound waves, analog synths use voltage and electrical signals to produce a wide range of tones and textures. These synths are renowned for their warm, rich, and often unpredictable sound, making them a favorite among musicians and sound designers seeking organic and dynamic sonic capabilities. With their tactile controls and hands-on approach to sound shaping, analog synthesizers offer a unique and immersive experience for musicians exploring electronic music production.

Module

This product is a modular synthesiser module, designed to integrate seamlessly into your existing modular setup. Offering unique sound generation, processing, and modulation capabilities, it allows for extensive flexibility and creativity in sound design. Perfect for enthusiasts and professionals alike, modular modules enable you to customise your rig and explore new sonic possibilities through patching and signal routing.

New

This product is brand new, unused, and in its original packaging. It has never been opened or used, ensuring you receive it in pristine, factory-sealed condition, just as originally manufactured.

It is ideal for those who want the assurance of a fresh start with their gear.

Synthesizer

A synthesizer, often abbreviated as synth, is an electronic musical instrument that generates and manipulates sound electronically. Synthesizers create sound through various methods, including subtractive synthesis, additive synthesis, frequency modulation synthesis, and wavetable synthesis, among others. They typically feature oscillators to produce raw waveforms, filters to sculpt the timbre, envelopes to shape the sound’s amplitude, and modulation sources to add movement and complexity.

Synthesizers offer a vast range of sounds, from classic analog tones to futuristic digital textures, and are used in a wide array of musical genres, from electronic and pop to rock and film scoring. With their versatility and expressive capabilities, synthesizers are essential tools for musicians, producers, and sound designers seeking to explore and create innovative sonic landscapes.