Mopho sound editor provides the ultimate editing and sound development experience by displaying all mopho program parameters in a single intuitive graphical interface. Sequential mopho x4 synthesizer keyboard musicians friend. I plan to get that or the mopho x4 or both as i wish to play chords and such. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 4voice analog keyboard. The mopho was originally introduced as a monophonic smallfootprint. Dave smith instruments ob6 module bundle offer comprising dave smith instruments ob6 module 6voice analog desktop synthesizer, analog signal path, two discreet vcos suboscillators per voice with continuously variable waveforms, classic sem inspired variable filter lowpass, highpass, bandpass and notch per voice, 500. To my pleasure, i was able to give it an almost unreserved thumbs. Page 1 operation manual page 3 mopho x4 operation manual version 1. Dave smith mopho 4x analog synthesizer analog step sequencer. 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. The latest synth from dave smith owes more than a little to its illustrious ancestor, the sequential circuits pro one, but costs only. Every parameter is fully programmable and editable from the front panel.
Its voice also comes packed with 20 modulation sources and almost 50 destinations. The keys are velocity and aftertouch sensitive, with the same curtis filter as the prophet 08. Since then, ive pressed my mopho into regular service for bass and sequenced sounds, though its clear, open filters are equally adept at producing. Dave smiths latest synth crams four mophos into one keyboardshaped box. The vstau mopho editor is a visual editor allowing you to view and edit every parameter of a dsi mopho patch, including the sequencer parameters. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual pdf download.
It offers a stereo output and an audio input for processing external sound through its fantastic curtis lowpass filter. Ive had it for about a year and still love this thing. So definitely do your research before planning which dsi synthesizer suits you best. In 1978, sequential released the prophet5, the first programmable polyphonic synthesizer, used by artists including michael jackson, madonna, and john carpenter. I was only planning on discussing how to expand the dave smith mopho x4 with a tetra module, when i realized it might be interesting to see how the sequencer for the mopho x4 works, having just. The dave smith instruments mopho x4 keyboard mopho x4 voice architecture each of mopho x4s four voices is composed of two analog oscillators, two sub octave generators, selectable 2 or 4pole curtis lowpass filter, three 5stage envelope generators, four lfos, a relatchable arpeggiator, and a 16 x 4 step sequencer. Audio is routed through the filter and envelopes and, when the signal level is high enough, a gate is generated. Mar 14, 2012 mikey moran has released this collection of patches for the dave smith instruments mopho synthesizer as a free download.
The mopho x4, though, should make the decision that much harder. Audio can also be used to advance the sequencer when seq trigger is set to audio in. The mopho is a compact and powerful monophonic analog synthesizer from dave smith instruments. Mopho, tetra, and prophet 08 can all be connected to the x4 to increase its voice count. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 polyphonic synthesizer. In that time, dsi have extracted more mileage from curtis chips than tesco have extracted former grand national runners from freezers.
Expand your sonic horizon expand mopho x4 s polyphony using its poly chain port. Aug 01, 2012 the dave smith instruments mopho x4 keyboard mopho x4 voice architecture each of mopho x4s four voices is composed of two analog oscillators, two sub octave generators, selectable 2 or 4pole curtis lowpass filter, three 5stage envelope generators, four lfos, a relatchable arpeggiator, and a 16 x 4 step sequencer. Analogdigital synth stereo audio processor 16x4 sequencer 64 pages. View online or download dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. Mopho soundeditor is a fully mopho x4 sound editing software. As the os is being written, the front panel leds will flash in sequence. The controls are logically laid out, lending themselves to quick access so you can tweak knobs without missing a beat. Dave smith instruments equipped the prophet rev2 with a powerful polyphonic step sequencer that accommodates up to 64 steps with 6 notes per step. 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. This unit has the same sound capabilities as one of the voices of dave smith s p rophet 08, with the addition of a suboscillator for added bass, and external sound processing.
You can poly chain up to three tetras with mopho x4 to create a 16 voice analog super synth. The dave smith instruments mopho x4 expands the keyboard of the mopho keyboard to 44 keys, but utilizes up to 4 voices of polyphony for incredible sonic shaping. From dave smiths youtube page its a polyphonic mopho. Dave smith unveils the new mopho x4 synthesizer 4 voice. When concentrating on the sequencer, i felt the interface was at its least friendly.
The mopho is a single voice from the mighty prophet 08 with the addition of one suboscillator per dco. Sweetwater s sales engineers are regarded as the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the music industry, with extensive music backgrounds and intense training on the latest products and technologies. The mopho x4 builds upon the same award winning voice architecture of the mopho and mopho. You can fm the filter to create metallic belllike sounds and use the feedback. Dave smith instruments mopho vintage synth explorer. Included in the download file are 12 patches, plus a readme with usageperformance suggestions. Jun 19, 2019 dave smith instruments mopho owners manual. Oct 25, 2015 i was only planning on discussing how to expand the dave smith mopho x4 with a tetra module, when i realized it might be interesting to see how the sequencer for the mopho x4 works, having just. Dave smith intros mopho x4 polyphonic analog synthesizer. Midi quest dave smith mopho x4 editor and librarian for.
While not a musician i listen to alot i know com truise used or still uses a mopho keyboard and. It should be no secret by now that we really dig dave smith instruments gear. So while the mopho x4 is brand new, it looks and sounds familiar. If i were to change it, it would probably be a pro 2 still with dsi that not only sounds great sound, but also seems to be well thought out in the middle of a full configuration. Questions about the dave smith instruments mopho analog synthesizer. Mopho x4, advised by the friend synthwalker after analyzing my needs, fits perfectly. The mopho x4s operating system is updated via midi. View and download dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual online. Dave smith mopho keys synth since its release less than two years ago, the desktop module version of the mopho has built a huge following.
The vstau mopho editor is an advanced editor and librarian for the dave smith instruments mopho synthesizer. Dave smith mopho x4 part 1 the step sequencer youtube. Dave smith mopho vst editor overview soundsandgear youtube. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 4voice analog synthesizer by dave smith instruments. Designed and manufactured in san francisco, mopho x4 has the high quality sound and. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 analog synthesizer discontinued. A compelling tool for performance or composition, the poly step sequencer lets you craft a unique sequence for each layer in splitvoice or stacked mode. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 keyboard synthesizer announced. Designed and manufactured in san francisco, mopho x4 has the high quality sound and build for which dsi is renowned. The voice architecture is identical to a single voice of the prophet 08, an eightvoice synthesizer with a 100% analog signal path, yet with a couple of unique twists to. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 synthesizer keyboard. Of course, mopho can also be used with a midi controller or external.
Aug 03, 2012 dave smith instruments has announced the mopho x4, a 4voice polyphonic analog keyboard synthesizer. If you like the sounds of the dsi mopho x4, poly evolver, prophet 08. Sequential is an american synthesizer company founded in 1974 as sequential circuits by dave smith. The editor is decent, but requires midi connectivity between the mopho and your computer, one reason you may possibly consider a tetra or mopho keyboard, which have usb connectivity for midi. Ive made some dsi mopho patches i designed available for free download, plus sound samples of all of them. Run as a vst, audio unit or standalone in 32 and 64 bit versions for mac and windows.
Dave smith instruments prophet rev208 8voice analog. Back then we loved the sound but had reservations about the programming interface and the slow rotary encoders, so were happy to see the arrival of the new mopho keyboard that aims to address some of these. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 gearslutz is partsupported by our visitors. Dave smith instruments is back with another excellent and affordable analog monophonic synthesizer. Reverb dsi synth collection sample pack download now same day on. Though mopho can process external audio, it does not have a pitch. Sequential was also pivotal to the development of midi in 1982, which synchronizes electronic instruments by different manufacturers. Bonjour aux utilisateurs du mopho x4 jai trois questions au sujet du sequencer.
While not a musician i listen to alot i know com truise used or still uses a mopho keyboard and an x4 live, in the studio he uses alot of other gear. 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. Mikey moran has released this collection of patches for the dave smith instruments mopho synthesizer as a free download. Midi quest includes all of the standard features you would expect to find in a mopho x4 editor and librarian along with unique capabilities found nowhere else. Jul 14, 2010 dave smith mopho keys synth since its release less than two years ago, the desktop module version of the mopho has built a huge following. Download the free le version of soundtowers mopho x4 editor from. Dave smith mopho keyboard, mopho kb analog synthesizer. Now, dsi has released a keyboard version of the mopho. Dave smith instruments is the only company pioneering and. Dave smith instruments mopho keyboard synthesizer ebay. Mopho is a compact and affordablebut powerfulmonophonic analog synthesizer.
Mopho x4 is the newest addition to dsis revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. It can also step through a sequence to play short melodic lines without a keyboard. The voice architecture is similar to a single voice of the prophet 08, but with a couple of twists to distinguish it from its awardwinning sibling. Os are shareware midi utilities that can reliably be used to update dsi instruments.
As dave puts it, the prophet rev2 is the realization of our effort to enhance and improve everything we could about the original design all at a more accessible. Given dave smiths history of great designs, including the original prophet 5, it is hardly surprising that dsi continues to make great sounding synths. Dave smith instruments mopho monophonic desktop analog. Sequential mopho x4 synthesizer keyboard guitar center. The vstau mopho editor includes an advanced patch manager view that allows you to rename and arrange patches to create your bank. Heres a link to the owners manual for a service manualyoure probably going to have kanual contact roland directly, since they dont even list the fp not finding what you are looking for. Aug 02, 2012 mopho, tetra, and prophet 08 can all be connected to the x4 to increase its voice count. Weve added two suboctave generatorsone per oscillatorfor additional girth and crushing basses. The mopho x4 borrows its shadowy good looks from dsis own subdued but chic. Aug 07, 2012 from dave smiths youtube page its a polyphonic mopho. This unit has the same sound capabilities as one of the voices of dave smiths p rophet 08, with the addition of a suboscillator for added bass, and external sound processing. Dave smith instruments is the only company pioneering and producing fully programmable polyphonic analog synthesizers. To be sure, the mopho mono phonic synthesizer is great. Dave smith instruments have flourished since the small but perfectlyformed evolver hit the streets a decade ago.
The voice architecture is identical to a single voice of the prophet 08, an eightvoice synthesizer with a 100% analog signal path, yet with a couple of unique twists to distinguish it from its awardwinning sibling. The prophet rev2 is dave smith s reimagining of his prophet 08 poly synth a modern classic that has appeared on countless recordings and stages since its debut in 2007. Sound quests midi quest multiinstrument editorlibrarian gives you the tools to get the most from your dave smith mopho x4. Dave smith instruments has announced the mopho x4, a 4voice polyphonic analog keyboard synthesizer. Curtis lowpass filter, three 5stage envelope generators, four lfos, a relatchable arpeggiator, and a 16 x 4 step sequencer.
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 envelope generators, four lfos, a relatchable arpeggiator, and a 16 x 4 step sequencer. The biggest difference between the tetra and the mopho x4 beside the keyboard is that the tetra is multitimbral you can play up to four different patches at once, or 4 voices of the same, and a few other tricks while the x4 can only do one patch at a time. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual manualslib. Mopho x4 questions sur le sequencer forum dave smith.
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