Woodworking is one of my other hobbies. The prototype of this unit, shaped like it is, made absolute sense because it was on a cookie -- a cross-section slice of a tree trunk. The blob design was really compelling. Now that they've gone to just the typical multi-board glue-ups, it looks a bit silly to me. The design is one step removed from the original concept.
visually it is more boring for sure. but as you well know there is a difference on how glue-ups behave vs. a cookie. cookies are more prone to deform or crack. because of this they most probably chose glue-ups. it's also more ecological and efficient as you can use more of the wood material..
@@happygolucky2231 I assume the choice just game down to a production reality. CNC route a bunch of shapes from stock panels vs. source sufficient cookies to do it. There's actually more wood waste from the chosen process, but in the grander scheme, it's not really a big deal. Cookies are perfectly stable once dried, but almost always have radial cracks from that process. But folks do make things from them. :) And, like I said, the shape and size made sense then. Not so much now.
I withdrew from the waiting list when they went for this rather cheesy looking profile. I think a well crafted circle or a block at least would have been far better but this wiggly style just looks cheap..
The design is a total pain in the ass. Makes it bigger than it should be. Prone to scratching and denting. Not to mention the ridiculous placement of the audio in ports. Absolutely terrible.
I really love the device, but why is everyone doing the same bass loop at the beginning, the one that does booow booow, ting ting tejing booow booow ting tejing booow, it beats me!? 🤔🙄
"You're so removed from the technicalities..." You are only validating my impression. It's a generic synth with bad labels on the knobs in a hippie case.
@@jmhunnic the interface to trigger notes is great. The synth engine and complete lack of control over it isn’t. (And the big middle finger soma gave to anyone asking for updates and changes - doesn’t look like that will change)
@@mooted5513 Think about it like you would any other instrument. It is what it is, being critical about it and saying that this is good and that is bad is a very narrow minded way to look at things. Think about it like a piece of art that you can interact with. Vlad is an artist and so his instruments are strange and maybe not for you, but they are not badly designed. If you don’t think it is for you, you don’t have to play it, or buy it if you think it is too expansive, but to say that it is bad is a bit arrogant.
@@jmhunnic Lol. I’m arrogant and narrow minded? I’d love to use this instrument, but this is not “art”. If you want to buy into Vlads esoteric marketing that is on you. Touch / copper based interaction with electronic devices is not new. If I am to spend 1600 of my cash on something, I am more than free to voice what I feel is lacking for this to be a widely adopted instrument. This is clearly a trial to see how popular an instrument heavily focused on altering timbre during play will be - pro tip: it’s far from popular. If soma / Vlad would work with potential buyers to improve their products they could actually make it popular, popularity means adoption and it means a better experience for the consumer. Being held hostage by the vendor is definitely not the way. In short, you’re entitled to your opinion, as am I. I would have loved to see this instrument become more viable, which won’t be happening seemingly. No one wins here. And again. My opinion, without resorting personal attacks. Take a look at the M8 tracker. One man effort, interacts with his user base and improves his product - sells like hotcakes and we get a complete solution without any silly Elektron-like marketing nonsense that forces you to buy their entire lineup to get a complete experience. Soma is just as bad. And that’s a pity.
Overpriced by 100%. 0 support from Soma, every proposed change is nixed by “hardware limitations”. The profiles are atrociously limited. Halve the price, open up the profiles with an editor on the pc, remove the wood, move the ports to the back instead of the side, make the pitch shifters work across an analog range instead of just “on and off” and you got a hit. As it stands it’s an overpriced beta product.
Best synth I’ve ever owned, just has so much to it beyond the incredibly expressive interface. Also LOVE how much it annoys some folks ;)
I’m about to love it with you brother 😂😂
All this and you can slice bread on it. Marvellous.
😅
Crumbs!
Yes this is sick!! I hope it doesn’t catch on , lol
Woodworking is one of my other hobbies. The prototype of this unit, shaped like it is, made absolute sense because it was on a cookie -- a cross-section slice of a tree trunk. The blob design was really compelling. Now that they've gone to just the typical multi-board glue-ups, it looks a bit silly to me. The design is one step removed from the original concept.
visually it is more boring for sure. but as you well know there is a difference on how glue-ups behave vs. a cookie. cookies are more prone to deform or crack. because of this they most probably chose glue-ups. it's also more ecological and efficient as you can use more of the wood material..
@@happygolucky2231 I assume the choice just game down to a production reality. CNC route a bunch of shapes from stock panels vs. source sufficient cookies to do it. There's actually more wood waste from the chosen process, but in the grander scheme, it's not really a big deal.
Cookies are perfectly stable once dried, but almost always have radial cracks from that process. But folks do make things from them. :)
And, like I said, the shape and size made sense then. Not so much now.
I withdrew from the waiting list when they went for this rather cheesy looking profile. I think a well crafted circle or a block at least would have been far better but this wiggly style just looks cheap..
@@happygolucky2231 Have a look at Zendrum's hardwood midi controllers. They've been making beautifully crafted gear for decades, so it is possible.
The design is a total pain in the ass. Makes it bigger than it should be. Prone to scratching and denting. Not to mention the ridiculous placement of the audio in ports. Absolutely terrible.
Love the Terra, was definitely my favourite synth I got to play at Superbooth. So creative and inspiring. Just wish it was a bit cheaper.
Yes need it.
The touch interface and curated controls for multi engine capability reminds me a lot of the MicroFreak
Microfreak quality of touch control is hot trash compared to the Terra.
How is it recalling all of the engine parameters? Seems like a lot to try and remember
reminds me a bit of that sequencer from the 90s the Notron
I find it surprisingly conventional for a SOMA product, to be honest.
it needs a neck and a couple of strap locks 🙂
The built in gyroscope disagrees with you - lol.
Needs a planet and a couple of gravitational forces !
Stunning and brave
These look good nicely stained.
Far more excited for the Soma Flux, though.
How would describe the timbre?
its definitely digital, but it has a modular vibe.
I like what you did there 😀
Shouty and extremely hit or miss. Some are good, some are absolutely useless.
Aaah 🪵 🤦♂️
Oh my God.
You got a UBXa for review by any chance? 😊
No, they’re not in the shops yet. Only available for pre-order.
@@StarskyCarr thought Uli might have sent you one.. guess we'll have to wait then! Thanks for all the great work 👍
Is there a Bread saver cover available for it?
What in the world is this ancient pagan sorcery???
“”””””” forget what you just saw
And it doubles as a charcuterie board😂
I think that’s its primary function tbh. After snacks… tunes.
I really love the device, but why is everyone doing the same bass loop at the beginning, the one that does booow booow, ting ting tejing booow booow ting tejing booow, it beats me!? 🤔🙄
I’ve not heard anyone doing the same as this, but then it does have the arp function and the macro buttons do similar things on similar algorithms.
Why does every Synt recently look like Ciat Lombarde's devices? That's weird😂
Man bun, braces and plaid shirt a pre requisite.
"You're so removed from the technicalities..." You are only validating my impression. It's a generic synth with bad labels on the knobs in a hippie case.
Completely uncontrollable beyond what the Russian forces upon you.
I can see how you might think that if you haven’t played one. The experience is not generic at all and it is a joy to play with.
@@jmhunnic the interface to trigger notes is great. The synth engine and complete lack of control over it isn’t. (And the big middle finger soma gave to anyone asking for updates and changes - doesn’t look like that will change)
@@mooted5513 Think about it like you would any other instrument. It is what it is, being critical about it and saying that this is good and that is bad is a very narrow minded way to look at things. Think about it like a piece of art that you can interact with. Vlad is an artist and so his instruments are strange and maybe not for you, but they are not badly designed. If you don’t think it is for you, you don’t have to play it, or buy it if you think it is too expansive, but to say that it is bad is a bit arrogant.
@@jmhunnic Lol. I’m arrogant and narrow minded? I’d love to use this instrument, but this is not “art”. If you want to buy into Vlads esoteric marketing that is on you. Touch / copper based interaction with electronic devices is not new. If I am to spend 1600 of my cash on something, I am more than free to voice what I feel is lacking for this to be a widely adopted instrument.
This is clearly a trial to see how popular an instrument heavily focused on altering timbre during play will be - pro tip: it’s far from popular. If soma / Vlad would work with potential buyers to improve their products they could actually make it popular, popularity means adoption and it means a better experience for the consumer. Being held hostage by the vendor is definitely not the way. In short, you’re entitled to your opinion, as am I. I would have loved to see this instrument become more viable, which won’t be happening seemingly. No one wins here. And again. My opinion, without resorting personal attacks.
Take a look at the M8 tracker. One man effort, interacts with his user base and improves his product - sells like hotcakes and we get a complete solution without any silly Elektron-like marketing nonsense that forces you to buy their entire lineup to get a complete experience. Soma is just as bad. And that’s a pity.
Overpriced by 100%. 0 support from Soma, every proposed change is nixed by “hardware limitations”. The profiles are atrociously limited.
Halve the price, open up the profiles with an editor on the pc, remove the wood, move the ports to the back instead of the side, make the pitch shifters work across an analog range instead of just “on and off” and you got a hit.
As it stands it’s an overpriced beta product.
But other than that - it’s great
@@PBVideo1962 Thumb slapping those buttons = yaaaaay