The matrix series gets the name the digital matrix control a digital way to internally route signals and modulation to different synt section, simplified from previous huge modular patchbays. Then check your matrix 6s patch select number you uploaded it to. This copy of factory patch list was originally available from. Oberheim matrix synthesizers are a historic product line of subtractive analog synthesizers from oberheim featuring a system of modulation which oberheim called matrix modulation as a method of selecting and routing elements that dynamically shape various aspects of the sounds it produces. The original jupiter8 factory patches 64 reprogrammed for opx proii plus a. Godric provides a block diagram of the m6r plus other related info. View and download oberheim matrix 6 owners manual online. Now i have a brand new matrix 6r with all the original patches inside. With this much programmability it is unfortunate that the only user interface is a single slider and a keypad.
Note that 07h set group mode differs from the matrix66r. I was curious because i was getting frequent shutdowns of. The massively powerful oberheim matrix12 has been resurrected at last. Download it now and open the help folder to see examples of the new user. To learn more about the banks scroll downwards or click on the bank you want to. Oberheim matrix12 polyphoner analogsynthesizer seite. I just purchased a used oberheim matrix synth module, filled with digitally controlled analog goodness. This is a selection of some of my favourite patches that ive created. Sound very flexible synth with one of the best and wide fat sounds ever heard, only. The matrix 6r pictured above is the matrix 6 without a keyboard, retaining its membrane programming interface.
Each of this splits has the form f0h 10h 06h 02h 36 bytes of data f7h. I couldnt have designed the panel better myself even in my most unrestrained dreams. Mx is a patch editor for the oberheim matrix6, 6r, and synthesizers. However, it is pretty clear from messing around especially with matrix mods. The matrix 12 was the first programmable analog synthesizer that took the best features of a preset voice path and modular flexibility. They differ only in the device id 06h for the m6, 02h for the matrix 12 and xpander. One of the most obvious is that the more complex your patches become, the. Feb 06, 2009 the oberheim matrix12 is a vintage synth from 1985 that represents the the culmination of oberheims search for the perfect analog synthesizer. The oberheim matrix12 is a 61 key velocity and aftertouch sensitive, 12 voice polyphonic, multitimbral analog synthesizer, featuring dual oscillators with sync and fm, resonant 624db multimode low pass, high pass, band pass, notch, phase shift filter, five dadsr envelopes, three lfos, four ramp generators, 3 tracking generators, lag. Every control can have an effect on some other parameter thanks to oberheims flexible design. The patches scrolls home demos, game updates, patches. One of the fattest, roundest, pleasantly analog synthesizers around. The matrix 6 used digital oscillators and was one of the first oberheim synthesizers to implement midi and offered simple data sliders instead of knobs and sliders for each parameter.
The matrix provides you with the largest onboard library of rich, warm analog synthesizer sounds of any instrument. Its extremely powerful sound is due in part to its boastful 12 voices of polyphony and extremely flexible and expansive routing system. Does anyone know if you can stack a and a matrix 6. The oberheim matrix6 is a 61 key velocity and aftertouch sensitive, 6 voice polyphonic, duotimbral digitalanalog hybrid synthesizer, featuring dual oscillators with sync, resonant 24db low pass filter cem3396, three dadsr envelopes, three lfos, dual ramp generators, a tracking generator, 100 presets, midi interface, along with. This bank offers 111 unique sounds inspired by the oberheim matrix 12. Then check your matrix6s patch select number you uploaded it to.
There are two valid formats of the leadin sequence. This page contains information about the factory patch list for the matrix 12 from oberheim. The matrix 12 was a hybrid analoguedigital modular synth with a massive complement of audio generators, audio processors, controllers and control processors with extensive patching options. Dec 12, 2010 this feature is not available right now. The units name comes from the fact that the synth has patches stored in 10 banks. Oberheim s matrix 12 is a legendary analog synthesizer from the mideighties that is still the king of analog sounds. Oberheim matrix12 analog polyphonic synthesizer perfect circuit. The oberheim matrix 6 is a 61 key velocity and aftertouch sensitive, 6 voice polyphonic, duotimbral digitalanalog hybrid synthesizer, featuring dual oscillators with sync, resonant 24db low pass filter cem3396, three dadsr envelopes, three lfos, dual ramp generators, a tracking generator, 100 presets, midi interface, along with. A locally cached version of factory patch list is available at. Anybody got any insight into the oberheim matrix 6. The matrix12 was first released in 1985 by oberheim electronics of u.
The patches scrolls website is the source for game patches. With this much programmability it is unfortunate that, like the matrix6. For professional studio work or live on stage, both the matrix 6 keyboard and rackmount are excellent and versatile synths. Most of the patchesbanks i have downloaded have been pretty standard synth and imitation instrument patches. Back in the early 90s i owned a xpander for awhile and programmed a new set sounds for it. The oberheim matrix 6 was introduced in the late 1980s following the legendary ob series as a much more affordable and slimmed down solution. Using the first encoder, you can scroll through all current modulation. One of my favorite synths is the oberheim matrix 6. If your fortunate enough to own one of these vintage synths and need some sounds for it, youve come to the right place.
The first 200 patches can be customized via midi from a matrix 6 keyboard, a matrix 6r rack mount synthesizer, or a computer equipped with a midi interlace and matrix 66r editing or librarian software. Papareil synlib oberheim matrix 6 for patches on the matrix 6 or matrix 6r the first thing you should check out is synlibmx6. The oberheim matrix 12 is a 61 key velocity and aftertouch sensitive, 12 voice polyphonic, multitimbral analog synthesizer, featuring dual oscillators with sync and fm, resonant 624db multimode low pass, high pass, band pass, notch, phase shift filter, five dadsr envelopes, three lfos, four ramp generators, 3 tracking generators, lag. Offers patches, hints and tips plus other related resources for the matrix12 matrix 6r block diagram. This is the absolute best program because of its libraries. Oberheim matrix and matrix 6 music player network.
For example, there are 15 types of lfos and vcas per voice. For professional studio work or live on stage, both the matrix 6 keyboard. The first 200 patches can be customized via midi from a matrix6 keyboard, a matrix6r rack mount synthesizer, or a computer equipped with a. The analog matrix is essentially 1,000 matrix 6 patches in a singlespace compact rackmount midi module. I would think so as they are essentially the same except the doesnt have a keyboard and has pa. It provides editing controls for all patch paramaters and many of the master parameters that effect all patches. The matrix 12 was undoubtedly the zenith of oberheims history and when it was released, there could not have been a serious synth player in the world who didnt lust after this, possibly the ultimate analogue polysynth. I am able to load patches to and from the matrix, without using the computer.
Along with other matrix products from oberheim, the matrix6 features what oberheim called, matix modulation system, which makes for very flexible and powerful modulation programming. The matrix 12 was the first programmable analog synthesizer that took the best features of a. But the matrix 12 is much fatter and more programmable than either. Oberheim matrix 6 6 voices polyphonic synthesizer 1986 affordable analog polysynth derived from classic matrix 12 xpander intelligent technology. When in split, the units six voices can be assigned as. The matrix 12 was oberheims legendary flagship synthesizer of the mid to late 80s. The oberheim matrix 12 is a 12 voice multitimbral analog synthesizer. Everything powers up, receives midi, browse patches etc. Sep 19, 2016 oberheim matrix 12 synthesizer demo this video, via classic vintage, explores the sonic capabilities of the classic oberheim matrix 12 synthesizer. Oberheims matrix 12 is a legendary analog synthesizer from the mideighties that is still the king of analog sounds. I too am looking for the rich matrix 12 patches as i just toasted my patches when i reset my ic chips on the processor board and thought i killed the whole synth but it needed the memory reset and retuned and then it still sounded dead until i loaded the expander audio and now it works but i have lost the fat sounds and it now sounds just like the xpander instead. Matrix patchlist list of all matrix factory patches matrix retro sound set. Sounds and patches area documentation how i did them.
The matrix 12 also features 15 types of lfos and vcas and while its sig. Remote mode change for compatibility with the oberheim xk keyboard controller, matrix12 and xpander, the following codes. As far as the looks go, the ob12 epitomizes what a real badass synth design should look like. The oberheim matrix12 is a vintage synth from 1985 that represents the the culmination of oberheims search for the perfect analog synthesizer. Oberheim matrix 6 os update and patch editor jim atwood in. Oberheim later produced the matrix, which is essentially patches from the matrix 6 in a 1unit rackmodule, preset and editable only through sysex.
Youll need a software editor to get inside this beast i use sounddiver. Once is specific to the matrix 6 and matrix 6r, and one is a special message used for compatability with the matrix 12 and xpander synthesizers. This page contains information about the factory patch list for the matrix12 from oberheim. Im pretty sure al coda is right, but its been awhile now since i sold my matrix. Xpander, patch, those evil factory sounds i do not use them. Oberheim matrix software editors enigmafon records llc. Its long been known for creating some of the thickest and best analog pads, sweeps, buzzes, basses and textures. As far as the looks go, the ob 12 epitomizes what a real badass synth design should look like.
Oberheim matrix synthesizers are a historic product line of subtractive analog synthesizers from oberheim featuring a system of modulation which oberheim called matrix modulation as a method of selecting and routing elements that dynamically shape various aspects of the sounds it produces while the matrix12 a 12 voice version of the oberheim xpander along with an added keyboard are. I took a chance and bought a broken matrix 6r locally. I have two and currently have one integrated into my live setup. Not loving the fact i have to sit and program everything ahead of time but the features and sounds possible for such an inexpensive machine makes it a worthwhile studio edition. The matrix is a 1u analog synth made by analog keyboard synth maker oberheim in the 1980s. Using our tae modeling technology, we are able to recapture this beast of a synthesizer and bring it to you.
Oberheim matrix12xpander wav samples, pdf manuals cyborg. The oberheim matrix12 is a 12 voice multitimbral analog synthesizer. With the explosion in prices for analog gear, the xpander and matrix 12 are still very highly valued. Jan 29, 2014 one of my favorite synths is the oberheim matrix 6. Not loving the fact i have to sit and program everything ahead of time but the features and sounds possible for such an inexpensive. Opx proii virtual oberheim clone banks info sonicprojects. For further information on this format, see the matrix 6 midi specification. The patches are called the upper and lower patches. The manual is correct, according to oberheim but my xpander responds to. The patches scrolls frequently asked questions faq. Sep 10, 2014 i too am looking for the rich matrix 12 patches as i just toasted my patches when i reset my ic chips on the processor board and thought i killed the whole synth but it needed the memory reset and retuned and then it still sounded dead until i loaded the expander audio and now it works but i have lost the fat sounds and it now sounds just like the xpander instead. Offers patches, hints and tips plus other related resources for the matrix 12 matrix 6r block diagram. Using our tae modeling technology, we are able to recapture this beast of a s. While doing some midi sequencing i learned that my oberheim matrix 6 had the old os version 1.
I couldnt abide by the limited user patch memory vs. This is followed by 50 dummy split patches for compatibility with the requested all function of the matrix 6. Its been a long time in the works, but mx version 1. Assorted files here at synth zone for oberheim synths including patches and documents. The matrix12 and xpander are some of oberheims most impressive. I know you can stack two matrix s to get 12 voices. The matrix 12 was first released in 1985 by oberheim electronics of u. Along with other matrix products from oberheim, the matrix6r featured what oberheim called, matix modulation system, which makes for very flexible and powerful modulation programming. Kiwi is a windows patch sender for oberheim matrix 6 with patches included. The matrix 12 was introduced in 1985, and is massive physically and sonically, offering 12 polyphonic voices, splits and multitimbral operation, 15 types of lfos, deep matrix patching and velocity. Oberheim matrix 12 synthesizer demo this video, via classic vintage, explores the sonic capabilities of the classic oberheim matrix 12 synthesizer. Oberheim matrix 6 os update and patch editor jim atwood.
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