The mopho is an affordable, fullfeatured mono synth with a 100% analog audio path. Dave smith instruments mopho vintage synth explorer. 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. Status description 1111 0000 system exclusive sysex 0000 0001 dsi id 0010 0111 mopho keyboard id 0000 0011 edit buffer data 0vvv vvvv 256 bytes expanded to 293 midi bytes in packed ms bit format see page 59. 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. Expand your sonic horizon expand mopho x4s polyphony using its poly chain port. Included in the download file are 12 patches, plus a readme with usageperformance suggestions. All sounds are coming from the dsi mopho in realtime. Dsi mopho x4, ground loops and botched usb gearslutz. Contribute to kargmophomorphosis development by creating an account on github.
Each track can handle up to four chained up effects. 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. Dsi mopho x4 editor vstau by codeknobs patch editor vst. As all effects are realtime processed, the recorded events will not be affected but the sound will change on the fly. Really, the functionality of these synths are fantastic, as they have so many routing options, youll have so much programmability for an incredible range of sounds. In my experience, the pro 2 is near flawless in operation and works well with my daw abelton user here via usb. But this is more than just the original module with thirtytwo keys grafted on. Mopho x4 editor vst is a vst plugin editor for dave smith instruments mopho x4 synthesizer. Dave smith mopho x4 part 1 the step sequencer youtube. Expand your sonic horizon expand mopho x4 s polyphony using its poly chain port.
The mopho x4 sound editing software is not software instruments and it will produce no sounds unless connected with the dsi mopho x4 synthesizer. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 4voice analog synthesizer by dave smith instruments. The mopho x4, though, should make the decision that much harder. From its feature packed analog voices and unmatched sonic versatility to its refined design and engaging interface, you wont find a polyphonic analog synthesizer like this anywhere else. In fact, you could think of the tetra as being pretty much the equivalent to four.
Mopho has several inputs and outputs on its back panel. Fortunately, several of the synth components have similar control requirements. Mikey moran has released this collection of patches for the dave smith instruments mopho synthesizer as a free download. Mopho x4 has most of the parameters of the prophet 08, plus a couple more, with a front panel that is almost 40% smaller. I have only had my dsimopho for a few months and still have not become entirely familiar with all. The primary screen makes programming a doddle, and you can even pick up the handles in the contour graphics and drag them around, which is a far cry from the mophos internal programming system. Dave smith instruments dsi mopho x4 4 voice analogue. 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.
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. Dave smith instruments is back with another excellent and affordable analog monophonic synthesizer. Details 4 voices of the mophoprophet 08 but with 4 sequencer line with 16 steps. Carson day, chris hector, tony karavidas, mark kono, andrew mcgowan, joanne mcgowan, and tracy wadley. A library of patches for the dsisequential mopho x4. 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.
In this video only one track is used, in live mode exclusively chord submode. As with the ob6 keyboard, all parameters are at your fingertips, with fullsized knobs and switches and a comfortable, intuitive. Mopho x4 is the newest addition to dsis revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. I cant find much info about the difference between the free and pro versions also the plugin versions dont have much info on them. Midiox windows and sysex librarian mac os are shareware midi utilities that can reliably be used to update dsi instruments. Dave smith mopho keyboard, mopho kb analog synthesizer. Free patches for the dave smith mopho synthesizer synthtopia. The interface does take a bit of getting used to as many functions are one layer deep. The 4 layer sequencer is a beast, but i have done much with it since i didnt get the software. Mar 11, 2015 having fun with the mohpos 4track sequencer. The ob 6 desktop module is just as powerful and easy to use as its counterpart, the ob6 keyboard. The mopho x4 builds upon the same award winning voice architecture of the. Gated 16 x 4 step sequencer per voice one sequence per program. Power input connect the power supply included with your mopho x4.
Synthesizer dave smith instruments mopho x4 operation manual 68 pages. Editing directly on the instrument seems easy enough, but im looking at the computer based sound editors too. Published on may 2, 2020 david morley the moogerfooger phaser from bob moog is a great unit that allows control voltage of many features. To find out more about how each synth differs, view our synth comparison pdf. The soundeditor software shows you all of the synths voicing parameters on a single screen and provides a far easier way to program the mopho. 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. Using poly chain using poly chain mopho x4s poly chain output enables it to be connected to other dsi synths for up to 20voice polyphony. Version a monophonic version of the prophet 08, the same form but 4 voices comes with the dsi tetra, so check it if you want polyphony. More potentiometers and rotary encoders are present than on the original mopho module theres more space for them now for instant parameter changes, you get pitch and mod wheels, the software has been updated for better response time than on the mopho. Mopho, tetra, and prophet 08 can all be connected to the x4 to increase its voice count. Mono evolver keyboard pe and dsi expression pedals discontinued january 24, 20winter namm 20. The prophet6 desktop module is every bit as powerful and easy to use as its counterpart, the prophet6 keyboard. I recently recieved a new dsi mopho x4 and took the chance to have a sort out in my home mixingwriting room.
That usually means going to the usb audio device or dsi mopho x4 properties, as in the procedure above, and clicking ok. Dave smith instruments mopho keyboard synthesizer for sale. Whats the difference between a dave smith instruments mopho and a tetra. However, the rev2 8voice has double the polyphony, a 5octave keyboard, an effects processor, can be splitlayered, and finally if you decide down the road that you want to upgrade to a 16voice. 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. Weve seen a number of polyphonic analogue keyboards on the market over the last few years, but aside from the flawed and largely unloved akai timbre wolf, the serious options still retail for quite significant sums. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 analog synthesizer perfect. Vintage analog sound small enough to fit in a backpack. Now, dsi has released a keyboard version of the mopho. Mar 14, 2012 mikey moran has released this collection of patches for the dave smith instruments mopho synthesizer as a free download. Mopho x4 plugse provides the ultimate editing and sound development experience by displaying all mopho x4 program parameters in a single intuitive graphical interface. For example, mopho x4 has two oscillators and both oscillators have identical control parameters. There are many artists who use synths in this prophet 08 family of synths mopho, mopho x4, mopho keyboard and tetr4. Power input connect the power supply included with your mopho.
The module has all of the same controls as the keyboard version and provides the same immediacy and ease of use. Mopho features 32 fullsized, semiweighted keys with velocity and aftertouch in a package about the same size as most 25note controller keyboards. That usually means going to the usb audio device or dsi mopho. You will need a daw, midi utility, or other application capable of opening and sending midi system exclusive sysex messages. The mopho is a single voice from the mighty prophet 08 with the addition of one suboscillator per dco. Moog little phatty post by sir nose sat jul 10, 2010 10. Lastly, if anybody has clarification on the mopho x4 sequencer or. The power supply comes with different ac adaptor prongs that enable it to work almost anywhere in the world.
This is a quick way to construct a huge sound using a relatively small amount of gear. You can poly chain up to three tetras with mopho x4 to create a 16 voice analog super synth. I really dig sync sampling and maschine actually made me want to get back into hardware synths just because of how easy it is to use them with maschine. Designed and manufactured in san francisco, mopho x4 has the high quality sound and build for which dsi is renowned. It offers a stereo output and an audio input for processing external sound through its fantastic curtis lowpass filter. In many ways these two tabletopformat analog synthesizers are identical, however there is one huge difference. This video is an example of how to chain effects in the fx manager, sequencing the dsi mopho x4. Dsi mopho x4 editor vstau by codeknobs soundware kvr.
The architecture is versatile with lots of modulation options. Placing a tetra on the convenient space on the mopho x4 panel and chaining the two together creates a cute yet powerful eightvoice synthesizer. The mopho x4 soperating system is updated via midi. Mopho x4 soundeditor is a fullyfeatured editor and sound development tool created specifically for dave smith instruments mopho x4 synthesizer. 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 is the only company pioneering and producing fully. Mopho x4 plugse is a sound development tool created specifically for dave smith instruments mophox4 synthesizer. The latter continues to provide the most costeffective way to get your hands on the warmth and quality of the dsi sound but, for me at least, its well worth shelling out the extra money for a hugely enhanced control set which makes programming this instrument a. The mopho has a couple of features the rev2 doesnt have feedback into the mixer and a suboscillator on the second oscillator as well as the first. Mopho x4 s global parameters affect all programs globally.
Dave smith mopho 4x analog synthesizer analog step sequencer. As such, the closest rival is probably the dsi mopho x4, which is significantly cheaper but doesnt offer any sequencing options or multitimbral capabilities. Plus the tetra is a nice studio tool with with being 4 part multi timbral. 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. Dave smith instruments mopho operation manual pdf download. Mopho desktop, keyboard and special editon users please see mopho sound editing software. To edit the global parameters, hold down the program switch until global parameter is displayed. For hardcore dsi enthusiasts, one exciting feature of the mopho x4 is the units poly chain port, which allows for an expansion of polyphony by allowing connectivity to the mopho, tetra, and prophet 08 synthesizers. The mopho x4 borrows its shadowy good looks from dsis own subdued but. Mopho x4 is the newest addition to dsi s revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. If for whatever reason you need to use a different supply, it must match the specifications printed on the front. Mopho soundeditor is a fullymopho x4 sound editing software. Dave smith instruments mopho x4 analog synthesizer. There is semieffective, free software that lets you program all 4 tracks fairly.
In this tutorial i just wanted to share the workflow and process i use when sequencing external synths with maschine. Want to get something analog yet poly soon looking at these products from dsi. The free software works well and instantly via usb midi, although there are a few noncritical bugs on the mouse to screen interaction. Dsi standalone mopho x4 sound editor soundtower software. Dsi mopho keys purchased in 2011 is this mopho keyboard in excellent condition. Dsi has released two updates in the past seven months, and the latest 1. The mopho x4 sound editing software is not software instrument and it will produce no sounds unless connected with the dsi mopho x4 synthesizer. The param 1 knob changes the global parameter and param 2 knob and increment and decrement buttons change the value. 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.
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