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Description
Step into the world of vintage synthesizer magic with the Oberheim Eight Voice, a modern tribute to a classic beast revered by musicians across generations. This polyphonic powerhouse is a testament to the rich, analog legacy of the original, combining the robust sound of eight independent dual-oscillator voice modules with contemporary digital precision for an unparalleled sonic experience.
The Oberheim Eight Voice's architecture allows for intricate sound design, with each voice module offering individual control, yet seamlessly linked for cohesive soundscapes. Its user-friendly interface makes programming a breeze, offering both seasoned synthesists and newcomers the ability to craft lush, dynamic tones effortlessly. Featuring the award-winning circuit design of Mark Barton, the state-variable filter captures the essence of the original Oberheim sound, delivering authentic and expansive audio that inspires creativity.
Beyond its sonic capabilities, this synthesizer provides an array of features designed for modern music production. Its eight-step sequencer, modulation options, and high-quality effects like reverb and delay expand your musical palette, offering endless possibilities for both studio and live performances.
Whether you're looking to replicate the legendary tones of the past or forge new sonic paths, the Oberheim Eight Voice stands as a versatile tool for any musician eager to explore the vast landscape of sound design.
Key Features:
- Eight fully independent dual-oscillator voice modules
- Oberheim multi-mode filter designed by Mark Barton (MRB)
- Over 330 meticulously crafted presets
- Configurable mono and poly keyboard assignment modes
- Eight-step sequencer with tempo sync
- Studio-quality reverb and modulation delay effects
- Full MIDI control and DAW automation support
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Features and functionality
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The Oberheim Eight Voice can be expanded from a Four Voice by adding a top module, doubling its polyphony.
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The Eight Voice includes a basic SEM switcher for routing sequencers and keyboards.
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Some units were built before the Polyphonic Synthesizer Programmer's release, featuring blanking panels or unique filter and routing controls.
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Use cases and applications
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Owners have used the Oberheim Eight Voice for unique events, like weddings, emphasizing its ability to create memorable experiences.
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The Eight Voice was used effectively during a wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, showing its versatility in different musical settings.
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The Eight Voice enables detuning each voice by cents over time, adding a dynamic layer to live performances.
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User experience
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Users describe the Eight Voice as having a powerful low end, which can be felt even at a significant distance, enhancing live performances.
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The tactile experience with the Eight Voice is noted, with many knobs but a smaller keyboard, providing a distinct operational feel.
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Users note most jacks are unlabeled, with audio outs for each VCO, and CV/gate inputs for each SEM.
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Comparisons
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An owner expressed a preference for the Oberheim over other iconic synths, highlighting its unique appeal despite the competition.
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Geddy Lee can be seen standing next to his Oberheim Eight Voice in this photo.
Article reveals the vintage synth is also spotted in Jamie's home studio
Ryuichi played an Oberheim 8 Voice on his 'Thousand Knives" album, according to the liner notes.
In this photo, an Oberheim Eight Voice can be seen behind Herbie Hancock.
An Oberheim Eight Voice is shown and described at 1:38 in Ulrich's studio tour with MusicTech. Ulrich says about the synth - "that’s probably the most powerful polyphonic analog synth I’ve ever come across, which I think has got to do a lot with the fact that if you’re playing this you’re essentially playing an independent monophonic synth chained up, rather than having it designed."
An Oberheim Eight Voice synth can be seen directly to Froese's left in this photo.
"Zawinul did not stop at the Wurlitzer and Fender Rhodes electric pianos he used in the 1960s. By the late 1960s he was extending his sonic palette with effects like phase shifters, Echoplexes, wah-wahs and ring modulators, and when synthesizers came on the market he was among the first to buy one (the EMS Putney). The list of synthesizers he has used since then — among them the ARP 2600, Rhodes Chroma, Oberheim Four-voice and Eight-voice, ARP Quadra, Sequential Prophet 5 and Prophet T8, Korg Trident, Oberheim Xpander, Korg VC10 vocoder, Emu Emulator, Casio CZ101, Korg DW8000, DSS1, DSM1 and M1 — reads like a synth museum's treasure list."
Moraz can be seen in this studio shot with an Oberheim Eight Voice in back of him.
Dennis DeYoung of Styx upgraded to an Oberheim 8 Voice Synthesizer for the album Pieces of Eight.
In a discussion on Gearslutz about Vince DiCola's equipment, it's noted that he utilizes the modular components of the Oberheim Eight Voice in conjunction with an E-MU Controller Keyboard.
In an interview with STEREOKLANG, Hideki Matsutake stated, "At that time I only had Moog IIIc, Oberheim Eight Voice, TR-808, EMS VCS3 so the concept actually can be said to create music with these limited instruments," confirming his use of the Oberheim Eight Voice synthesizer.
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