In this video neil takes a look at the arturia prophet v, an expanded software emulation of the classic sequential circuits prophet 5 vintage synthesizer. There have already been numerous soft synths purporting to emulate the prophet 5. The prophet 5 does some great fm style sounds and sounds very different to a pro 1 anyway so i never felt the need to compare them side by side. Nov 08, 2016 there have also been some softwarebased synths that emulate the prophet5 such as arturias prophet v and creamwares pro12. Arturia makes a virtual software version of the prophet known as the prophet v. The prophet vs was the last synth made by sci and again it set the synth world on. Each of the prophets twelve voices is composed of a hybrid digitalanalog architecture that sounds different than any other dsi synth, yet retains the true prophet vibe. Granted, the ob8 is not the best synth for effect sounds. Oct 03, 20 sequential circuits prophet 5 230 sounds wav download here. The sounds of the classic prophet5 and modern prophet 08 synths, recreated as 200 patches for arturia prophet v. Analogue synth samples, prophet 5 fx, vintage synth fx. Prophet v, prophet v plugin, buy prophet v, download prophet.
Choosing an emblematic usage of the sequential circuits prophet 5 is probably easier than any other synth except for maybe the minimoog. A savvy software recreation of sequential circuits groundbreaking prophet 5, and the equally influential wavetable synth prophet vs, arturias v is literally two synths in one, a mightily flexible instrument that takes both software instrument design and sonics to new levels. Many of its problems can be fixed with the mod that was recently released though. Prophet 5 is one of the most famous analog synthesizer models over time. Imo, you should have 2 or 3 main instruments plus some support pieces. Prophet 5 makes some obscene fx sounds, white noise risers, pulsating rhythm fx sounds, space infused swirls, choppy lifts, sharp drops and a whole chunk more. Heres a compilation of all the articles about free vst plugins that try to emulate the most famous synths, plus links to the freeware plugins that are the only one to recreate a. About 6,000 units were produced across three revisions. Sequential prophet 5 sounds and patches kid nepro sounds. Sequential circuits prophet 5 vintage synth explorer.
This is a fun question, as these synths are analog classics. I had a pair of prophet 600s and a pair of korg dw8000s, so the recent similar knob array for the dw perked me up, too. The 2020 v2 model updates the original original v1 model with a 100% sheet metal case, wobblefree metal shaft pots and walnut side panels. The prophet 6 is a modern tribute to the classic sequential circuits prophet 5, which arturia modelled in its prophet v.
This prophet 5 is one of the cleanest examples we have ever seen. Soundforce sfc5 v2 brings physical controls to virtual. In 2006 we at arturia created our prophet v software, a combination of the classic prophet 5 and the prophet vs synthesizers, which once again gave people access to these classic synths. Soundforce has introduced the sfc5 v2 midi controller a boutique midi controller for prophet5 virtual instruments, such as the arturia prophet v and the uhe repro5 the 2020 v2 model updates the original original v1 model with a 100% sheet metal case, wobblefree metal shaft pots and walnut side panels. As an owner of classic moog, oberheim, and roland synths, i can assure you that no single.
Feb 21, 2017 one of the first fully programmable polyphonic analog synths, the prophet 5 is the most classic synthesizer of the eighties. Nov 29, 2017 he created the majority of factory sounds and sequences shipped with the prophet 5, prophet 10, prophet t8, prophet vs, and other sequential products. Being the first polyphonic analog synth, the prophet 5 s sound was all over records from 80s artists like talking heads, inxs, and gary numan, and as such, the presets do well to cover the sounds used in those days. The prophet5 is an analog synthesizer manufactured by sequential circuits between 1978. Relive the groundbreaking sounds of dave smiths awesome early synth in this emulation workshop. Prophet 600 vs prophet 5 i know vintage synth explorer. What keyboard synthesizer has all sounds from moog, arp, cs80, prophet5, obxa and jupiter6. With a wealth of analogue sounds within this synth monster we decided the best and most usable sounds to add to a new sample pack would be the fx sounds. Prophet 5 vst emulation more affordable than arturia. The arturia v collection prophet v synth is a low cpu usage model of prophet 5 that sounds ok. Aug 05, 2014 twisted electrons has introduced professor a software synth for ipad, inspired by the classic sequential circuits prophet 5 analog synthesizer. Mar 17, 2020 what keyboard synthesizer has all sounds from moog, arp, cs80, prophet 5, obxa and jupiter6.
Profitting from a remarkable cooperation of american electronic music pioneers, the prophet5. The prophet 5 and prophet vs set standards and redefined the modern synthesizer. The prophet x is a potent fusion of samplesplussynthesis and is dave smiths most groundbreaking evolution of the prophet yet. Cassette modallows for programs to be transfered using afsk power supply. If you dont have that kind of cash to spend on an original prophet 5, the software company arturia makes a virtual software version of the prophet known as the prophet v. Recreating known piece of hardware, emulating famous synth, trying to capture the spirit of a machine, attempting to copy the sound and feeling of an instrument. You might also consider as a supplemental synth an obseries oberheim which will come closer to the prophet sound and is capable of fatter sounds than either the prophet or jupiter. The original 5 was notable for its extras and the sequel will be noted for many more.
Sequential prophet6 6voice analog synthesizer sweetwater. Since the prophet 5 is a classic and loved by many, why doesnt someone post a short demo of it using a few of the classic prophet 5 presets. We have brought these classics back to life for you. These perfectly crafted sounds will get your new tracks started right away, and allow you to focus on the songwriting element of the creative process. This landmark keyboard was the sound of the 80s, showing up on countless hit singles spanning many genres. Jun 19, 2015 the prophet 5, what a lovely synth, when it works. I cant go for that by the law offices of daryl hall and john oates might seem like a random choice, but its all in.
New soft synth inspired by classic prophet 5 synthtopia. It comes now in a 100% metal case, wobblefree metal shaft, and walnut side panels. The prophet 5 was the principal absolutely programmable synthesizer available. Its modulation routings are ok, but not at all special. Overall, prophet6 is a fantastic, solid, great sounding and easy ish. This was my first real synthesizer and it is still my favorite machine to use in the studio. I would like to purchase a vst that emulates the prophet 5. While it excels at synthesizing real life instruments, the polymod section is one of the bestkept secrets in synthland because it allows the user to create, quickly and precisely, special fx and otherworldly sounds that would be very difficult to recreate on newer machines. It was eventually mothballed in favour of the prophet 600, the first synth to be designed with the thennew midi protocol.
I cant go for that by the law offices of daryl hall and john oates might seem like a random choice. The sfc 5 v2 models offers significant upgrades compared to the original version. Sequential circuits prophet5 230 sounds wav download here. Today he released an updated version of its sfc 5, a controller specially made for prophet 5 emulations such as the arturia prophet v or uhe repro 5 soundforce sfc 5 v2. I t laid the foundation for all those programmable polyphonic synths, and it defined the sound of the late 70s and early 80s in a way no other instrument had done. The prophet5 is a fantastic instrument for sound design also. Prophet v comes in two shapes and sizes, namely prophet 5 polyphonic synthesizer with a vintage look and prophet vs a digital synth with a modern interface, each with its own controls.
San francisco, cajune 5, 2015dave smith instruments is pleased to announce that its new prophet6 sixvoice analog synthesizer features faithful recreations of the original factory sounds from its legendary 1970s predecessor, the prophet5. Vintage sci sequential circuits prophet5 rev 2 analogue synthesizer ssm this listing is for a working rev 2 sequential circuits prophet5 analogue synthesizer. Famous preset sounds youtube how to create the game of thrones theme in 20min with cubase duration. Sequential circuits prophet 5 vst plugin bitwig magix samples sounds vintage. We have also produced a great set of sounds for the arturia prophet v that uses the best of our original prophet vs sounds, prophet 5 sounds and more. Free vst emulations of famous synths hardware blogosaur. The prophet 5 is an analog synthesizer manufactured by sequential circuits between 1978 and 1984. Sequential circuits prophet 5 vintage synth youtube. Arturia has done a frighteningly good job of capturing the beloved gritty characteristics of this americanmade classic. The synth was recently serviced by greg montalbano of analog synth service and has had several updates done. The prophet 12 a landmark achievement in dave smiths revered line of prophet synthesizers.
Artirua v collection prophet vintage synth 16 sounds. To program the sounds, the company enlisted the talents of the original sound designer, john bowen. Analogue synth samples, prophet 5 fx, vintage synth fx sounds. Sequential circuits prophet5, analogsynthesizer 1978.
The prophet 5 was the first totally programmable synthesizer on the market. Nov 27, 2019 additionally, the synth on thinkin bout you from channel orange strongly sounds like it came from a prophet synth. This lets you make fm type sounds and is part of what makes the prophet 5 unique. The prophet 5 offers your basic amenities in a poly synth with 5 voices each with 2 vcos, a low pass vcf, a vca, two egs, one lfo with multiple wave shapes available, with poly mod as the icing on the cake. Original prophet5 sound set to be included with new prophet. Dr the prophet 600 is basically a stripped down, plastic prophet 5. It has been emulated in software synthesizers and analog hardware. A very capable arturia v collection synthesizer that can do fat and lush sounds know for is fat unison mode.
Soundforce sfc5 v2, a midi controller made for prophet 5. At its heart, its a bitimbral, 8voicestereo 16voice mono synth with a newly developed sound engine that powers two simultaneous 16bit, 48khz samplebased instruments plus two highresolution digital oscillators all processed through true. One of the first fully programmable polyphonic analog synths, the prophet 5 is the most classic synthesizer of the eighties. This progressive synth turned into the reason for all different polysynths right up til the present time. Prophet 600 vs prophet 5 i know vintage synth explorer forums. Its cool to hear the prophet carry the whole movie, like it did. The prophet 5 was a true success story for sequential and the company shifted 8000 of them during a lengthy production run spanning from 1978 to 1984. Mar 16, 2015 choosing an emblematic usage of the sequential circuits prophet 5 is probably easier than any other synth except for maybe the minimoog. Youre unlikely to find a single keyboard that does that, although some of the bigger workstation keyboards like the motif or fantom or whatnot should have a pretty good selection and stuff available as expansions. Sci prophet 5 please note the base price for this instrument is 3200 gbp.
What keyboard has all of the mellotron sounds, moog, arp. Especially the hard to replicate sounds, like sync1. The build quality is very solid and the keybed is superior to any of my vintage synths, including my obxa keys that i had rebuilt and restored to original condition. It has a lush warm tone and plenty of funky vintage sound patches that make you want to tweak and play with the machine for hours on end. Over the last several months they have all gone continue reading the prophet 5, what a lovely synth, when it works. The prophet5 is an analog synthesizer manufactured by sequential circuits between 1978 and 1984. The prophet 5 was the first fully programmable polyphonic synthesizer and the first musical instrument with an embedded microprocessor.
It is capable of a delightful analog sound unique to sequentials. The prophet5 is along with the minimoog possibly the most timeless of the great analog synths. The prophet5 was a true success story for sequential and the company shifted 8000 of them during a lengthy production run spanning from 1978 to 1984. What keyboard synthesizer has all sounds from moog, arp. Five voice polyphony two oscillators per voice and a white noise generator. Mar 23, 2020 soundforce has introduced the sfc5 v2 midi controller a boutique midi controller for prophet5 virtual instruments, such as the arturia prophet v and the uhe repro5. The classic sounds of the prophet 5 synthesizer in one complete package and ready for down loading instantly. The thinkin bout you synth utilizes envelope modulation of the filter to create a rising and falling.
Prophet v, prophet v plugin, buy prophet v, download. Being the first polyphonic analog synth, the prophet 5s sound was all over records from 80s artists like talking heads, inxs, and gary numan, and as such, the presets do well to cover the sounds used in those days. Also, you can hear the whole array of prophet sounds, from watching one movie creepshow. An acclaimed synth designer in his own right, bowens pedigree includes instruments for moog, sequential circuits, yamaha, korg, creamware, and his own company, zarg music. A very capable arturia v collection synthesizer that can do fat and lush sounds know for is fat unison mode the arturia v collection prophet v synth is a low cpu usage model of prophet 5 that sounds ok. Native instruments has also released a software synth called pro5253.
Then, ill combine that wav file with a recording of the prophet 6 using the same presets. The arturia stuff is great but even with discount they cost like 80 euros which i find a bit crazy. Original prophet5 sound set to be included with new. To say nothing of oberheim xpander and matrix12, with their powerful software. The prophet6 is a modern tribute to the classic sequential circuits prophet5, which arturia modelled in its prophetv. Hybrid approaches that take you out of the box a bit are a good thing. It was eventually mothballed in favour of the prophet600, the first synth to be designed with the thennew midi protocol.
This revolutionary synth became the basis for all other polysynths to this day. Roland jupiter 8 w midi, polivoks with midi, roland kiwi106. Additionally, the synth on thinkin bout you from channel orange strongly sounds like it came from a prophet synth. Unlike its nearest competitor, the yamaha cs80, the prophet5 had patch memory, allowing users to store sounds rather than having to reprogram them. The sounds of the classic prophet 5 and modern prophet 08 synths, recreated as 200 patches for arturia prophet v. The score was entirely created with a prophet 5, a couple of steinway pianos and a choir.
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