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. Does the dave smith instruments ob6 have the classic. The matrix 12 comes straight from our professional recording studio and is in excellent shape. The oberheim obx is an analog polyphonic sound synthesizer first commercially available in june 1979, it was introduced to compete with the sequential circuits prophet5, which had been successfully introduced the year before. Im looking for a copy of the oberheim matrix 12 programming data. It sounds amazing and has the oberheim signature sound, especially the filters. I know as ive owned an ob8, 4 voice, xpander, matrix 12, 6 and 6r and currently a tom oberheim tvspro unfortunately, according to tom, its not an ob8 in a six voice version. This document assumes that the reader is familiar with both the matrix 6 or matrix 6r and the midi 1. Offers patches, hints and tips plus other related resources for the matrix 12 matrix 6r block diagram. I put a midi monitor on one of the pc editors and watched what happened when i used the matrix and it sent one hell of a long string, which i found out was a path dump.
A unique rackmount synthesizer i used quite a lot on distance between dreams. This page contains information about the factory patch list for the matrix12 from oberheim. I have two and currently have one integrated into my live setup. Then check your matrix6s patch select number you uploaded it to. My modulation wheel function on the matrix 6r does not seem to work. We offer a big selection original factory and created soundssingle voices patches in sysex format for download in real synthesizer.
A gap of at least ten msec should be allowed between patches when sending multiple patches to the m. View and download oberheim matrix6 owners manual online. Jan 29, 2014 one of my favorite synths is the oberheim matrix 6. Should your matrix6r require cleaning, use a solt cloth with mild soap. View and download oberheim matrix12 owners manual online. With the exception of the top c note, all keys from octave to octave are identical, and all black keys within a. The oberheim matrix is the same architecture of the oberheim matrix 6 in a single space rack unit featuring matrix synth patches. 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 provides you with the largest onboard library of rich, warm analog synthesizer sounds of any instrument. Oberheim obx vsti making modern music the rush forum. Now you have access to more than 90 parameters directlywith my new oberheim matrix 6 editor. Patchman music oberheim matrix6 matrix6r soundbanks. On the matrix, you have to have a computer to do any patch editing.
The oberheim matrix6r is a 3u rack velocity and aftertouch sensitive, 6 voice polyphonic, duotimbral digitalanalog hybrid synthesizer, featuring dual oscillators with sync, resonant 24db low pass filter cem3396. Not loving the fact i have to sit and program everything ahead of time but the features and sounds possible for such an inexpensive. All patches are transmitted with ten msec between patches. Parts and replacement keys for oberheim matrix 6, 6r, and keyboards. However, the matrix has a more complete midi implementation. This information is used to reboot the matrix 12 to its originally operating condition.
Products for oberheim matrix 6, matrix 6r, matrix replacement keys parts. The programming of the instrument is done by the now familiar parametervalue system using touch membrane switches both for keypad, incrementer and mode selector functions. 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. If that bothers you, you can get a matrix6r for about the same price. Oberheims matrix 12 is a legendary analog synthesizer from the mideighties that is still the king of analog sounds.
The oberheim matrix 12 is a fully midi configured 12 voice polysynth with keyboard velocity an excellent addition to any analogue setup and has to be heard to be believed. Each of this splits has the form f0h 10h 06h 02h 36 bytes of data f7h. Like the matrix 6 and 6r, it features 6 voices of polyphony, 2 dcos per voice, a low pass filter, 2 vcas, 3 adsrs and 2 lfos. The oberheim matrix 6r is the rack version of the matrix 6. I was curious because i was getting frequent shutdowns of the matrix 6 and. Like the matrix 6 and 6r, it features 6 voices of polyphony, 2 dcos per voice, a low pass filter, 2 vcas, 3.
To clean your matrix, use a soft cloth with mild soap such as dishwashing. The matrix series gets the name the digital matrix control a complex signal modulation router. Here are about 40 or so original matrix 6 patches in sysex format as a single bank. Oberheim s matrix 12 is a legendary analog synthesizer from the mideighties that is still the king of analog sounds.
Feb 16, 2016 it sounds amazing and has the oberheim signature sound, especially the filters. View and download oberheim matrix 6 owners manual online. Note that 07h set group mode differs from the matrix66r. Oberheim matrix 6r 6 voices polyphonic module 1986 module rackmount version of the matrix 6 synthesizer the matrix series gets the name the digital matrix control a complex signal modulation router. It is a kind of offshoot of the renowned matrix 12. A locally cached version of factory patch list is available at. Synthesizer oberheim matrix6r owners manual 115 pages synthesizer oberheim ob 12 operating manual. Oberheim matrix 6r gear of the week junkie xl youtube. Oberheim matrix 6r rare vintage analog rack synthesizer synth. Oberheim matrix 6 6r midisysex introduction this document describes the midi implementation of the matrix 6 6voice polyphonic synthesizer keyboard unit and matrix 6r rack mount unit. A complete archive of the factory ram and factory rom banks in case you want to modify these for your use. Jan 11, 2017 a unique rackmount synthesizer i used quite a lot on distance between dreams. Oberheim matrix 12 61key 12 voice keyboard synthesizer vintagethis is a previously used oberheim matrix 12. I played with around with some of my custom patches on oberheim matrix6 last night on the 10 year.
This is accompanied by gobs of programming and patch data written across the face of the unit. Should your matrix6r require cleaning, use a soft cloth with mild soap. This document assumes that the reader is familiar with both the matrix6 or matrix6r and the midi 1. Ok they dont tend to wear out, they absolutely wear out with use. This page contains information about the factory patch list for the matrix 12 from oberheim. The m12 offers a deep programmable architecture for those of you into tweaking but can also be a very user friendly handson preset machine with quick access for live use. The synthesizer was recently cleaned and serviced giving it longevity and peak performance. Its only 2 rack units and on it you can edit patches from the panel its a pain, but you can do it. I just purchased a used oberheim matrix synth module, filled with digitally controlled analog goodness. Then check your matrix 6s patch select number you uploaded it to. Oberheim matrix 66r midisysex introduction this document describes the midi implementation of the matrix6 6voice polyphonic synthesizer keyboard unit and matrix6r rack mount unit. This is followed by 50 dummy split patches for compatibility with the requested all function of the matrix 6. Replacement keys these plastic keys will replace broken ones on your keyboard. Its a send all, so make sure you back up your patches first and test it before.
New editor for the oberheim matrix 6 synthesizer synthtopia. Its long been known for creating some of the thickest and best analog pads, sweeps, buzzes, basses and textures. For further information on this format, see the matrix 6 midi specification. With this much programmability it is unfortunate that the only user interface is. This copy of factory patch list was originally available from. Papareil synlib oberheim matrix 6 for patches on the matrix6 or matrix6r the first thing you should check out is synlibmx6.
View and download oberheim matrix 12 owners manual online. First model was the classic matrix 12 synthesizer, today quite soughtafter. Kiwi is a windows patch sender for oberheim matrix 6 with patches included. Released in mid80s, the last polyphonic analog synthesizer from a prestigious lineage. As i stated earlier i thought this was not possible via midi on the 66r without a full patch dump via sysex. Oberheim instruments dpx1 eight voice four voice matrix 6 matrix 6r rackmounted matrix 6 matrix 12 matrix mini sequencer ob1 ob8 ob8k oberm006 obmx obsx obx obxa obxpander prommer sem sixvoice stretchdx two voice xpander. Jul 21, 2015 i played with around with some of my custom patches on oberheim matrix 6 last night on the 10 year. While doing some midi sequencing i learned that my oberheim matrix 6 had the old os version 1. There was a version made for reaktor, but it doesnt have all of the features needed for these patches to be compatible.
Godric provides a block diagram of the m6r plus other related info. About 800 units were produced with moderate success before the obx was discontinued in 1981, replaced by the updated and streamlined obxa. Oberheim matrix 6 os update and patch editor jim atwood in. Fortunately midi sysex is fully supported so you can get patches. The midi specs does allow easy access to the matrix.
This is the absolute best program because of its libraries. Oct 31, 2015 now you have access to more than 90 parameters directlywith my new oberheim matrix 6 editor. Unfollow oberheim mc to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. A handful of these patches were transcribed from those made on a matrix 12. Jan 17, 2012 page 1 of 3 oberheim obx vsti posted in making modern music. Offers patches, hints and tips plus other related resources for the matrix12 matrix 6r block diagram. Oberheim later produced the matrix, which is essentially patches from the matrix 6 in a 1unit rackmodule, preset and editable only through sysex. The matrix 6r pictured above is the matrix 6 without a keyboard, retaining its membrane programming interface. This professional, brand new analogaudio1 patch collection includes 76 highly useful patches for your oberheim. Most of the patchesbanks i have downloaded have been pretty standard synth and imitation instrument patches.
The oberheim matrix 6 editor is available for 15 euros at the synthmania site. Find great deals on ebay for oberheim matrix and oberheim matrix. For professional studio work or live on stage, both the matrix 6 keyboard and rackmount are. The first 200 patches can be customized via midi from a matrix6 keyboard, a matrix6r rack mount synthesizer, or a computer equipped with a midi interlace and matrix66r editing or librarian software. From vintage synth explorer here is an oberheim matrix. My main goal was to explore the wide range of sonic character which is akin to its big brother counterparts, the matrix 12xpander. Gear of the week by popular fan request through social media, tom takes some. He told me, its basically a prophet 6 with sem filters. Great savings free delivery collection on many items.
Its long been known for creating some of the thickest and best. Buy oberheim pro audio equipment and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. They should work on the matrix 6r and matrix also. Oberheim matrix 6r 6 voices polyphonic module 1986 module rackmount version of the matrix 6 synthesizer. Oberheim matrix software editors enigmafon records llc. One of my favorite synths is the oberheim matrix 6.
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