This is a great demonstration of how even one of the simplest synths on the market can do all sorts of awesome things when used by a skilled musician. Many people seem to believe that what they need to make good music is better gear... but really the limitations almost all come from us, not the gear. We can learn a lot from your example.
The reface series is a big success and expertly delivered; but they certainly have their limits and that has nothing to do with the musician. Digital instruments simply aren't like the acoustic variety. Lacking voices and other features, they run off rapidly into limitations that are outside of your control entirely. 90% of music is definitely the gear.
Very creative use of the sound engine! I love the natural sounds you achieved but when you mixed everything at 9:45 it sounds like the jupiter 8 synth from thriller so good! You're the first person ive heard get that sound very inspiring that you for sharing.
Good demo :) I love LOVE slider-per-function polys with no memory. [CS-60 and Juno-6 in my studio] If this had the ribbon and/or mod wheel, EG -> pitch, mixer w/ independent noise, and some LFO shapes...then I couldn't resist it. As is, I look at my alesis micron and think 'hmmmm, when will I ever need battery power'. Not often enough (yet), I suppose. I just wish they'd also made a 5-oct version w/ an updated AN1X engine inside it - in addition to this portable runt. AN1x w/ slider-per-function would be on another level(s) of amazing...cheers :)
Lol that Turkeys talking effect is hilarious. The first clip you did with the traditional instruments effects are amazing. I just decided today to get the Reface CS as my first synth. Will be getting it in a week or so. New subscriber.
"I'm going to make sounds inspired by Animals". yeah right... 10 seconds later, omg that really does sound like cats fighting, and the sparrows haha! Nice job
Are there a names to the song at 0:48 and 1:14 or are the improv? I'd love to find sheet music if it's out there. There are many beautiful pieces in this video!
Thank you! 🙏 This was improvised, but I do have sheet music available for my other compositions on my website 😉 (BTW, sounds are available for you to try on my SoundMondo account!)
Hi Belle! I wanted to ask about your opinions on whether you think this synth is a good first hardware synth to get? I'm always using software instruments, however, recently, I've been looking for options to get my first hardware synth so I'd greatly appreciate your input as a great musician! Thanks so much!
Hi! I found Reface CS to be a really suitable analog modelling synth for me both in studio and live. I find that the tactile layout works great for me. I suppose it really depends on what kind of music you are making and how you prefer to work!
Thank you for the nice video! By the way, I have a question.. I am considering to buy this(reface CS), but I want to use it totally as a midi keyboard. Is it as easy as those general midi keyboards? like I just need to connect via usb cable and immediately I can use it as a midi keyboard in my DAW(ableton). Or, do I need to set it up(midi setting?) everytime before I use it as a midi keyboard?
Thank you for you comment 🙏 I use Reface as a midi controller when using scoring applications over USB and it works great for me! I use more for live sound and not so much as a controller, but the user guide will have more detail on connecting to a DAW. Happy playing! 🎹🙂
I was not prepared for the amount of genius and skill on display here, absolutely jaw dropping
I really like it! A very different approach to reviewing the possibilities of this synth!
Respect!
Probably the best review/experiments on CS. Thank you.
This is a great demonstration of how even one of the simplest synths on the market can do all sorts of awesome things when used by a skilled musician. Many people seem to believe that what they need to make good music is better gear... but really the limitations almost all come from us, not the gear. We can learn a lot from your example.
Thank you :)
The reface series is a big success and expertly delivered; but they certainly have their limits and that has nothing to do with the musician. Digital instruments simply aren't like the acoustic variety. Lacking voices and other features, they run off rapidly into limitations that are outside of your control entirely. 90% of music is definitely the gear.
This is awesome! You made a fan out of me, love the CS.
Subscribed ! Now I am absolutely certain I need one of these.
So creative! Your percussive stuff reminds me a bit of Midori Takada's Through the Looking Glass album.
It's so wonderful to see all the amazing things you do with these different sounds. I love it!
Can't wait to start learning synth on this machine. Beautiful music. 😁
Very creative use of the sound engine! I love the natural sounds you achieved but when you mixed everything at 9:45 it sounds like the jupiter 8 synth from thriller so good! You're the first person ive heard get that sound very inspiring that you for sharing.
Thank you for listening and for your kind words.
Genious!
Awesome! I love my one :) New subscriber ✌🏻
The kitchen sounds were fantastic
Alright. I guess I'm buying one.
you are greate! we love YOU Belle 💙
Such a captivating video with so much skill and knowledge. A great watch and listen. Thank you 🙏🏻
That improv dance song was sooooo coooool!!! You’re amazing!! 🔥🔥🔥
Wow🙌 i got my reface cs and will try all this sounds.. so cool
maybe I late a little bit but Happy 2k subs 🎉. Keep growing ❤
thank you!
Very inspiring and instructive approach to this little great synth. Very well done, thanks Belle!🙏
1:39
I love that sound! 😀
Good demo :)
I love LOVE slider-per-function polys with no memory. [CS-60 and Juno-6 in my studio]
If this had the ribbon and/or mod wheel, EG -> pitch, mixer w/ independent noise, and some LFO shapes...then I couldn't resist it. As is, I look at my alesis micron and think 'hmmmm, when will I ever need battery power'. Not often enough (yet), I suppose.
I just wish they'd also made a 5-oct version w/ an updated AN1X engine inside it - in addition to this portable runt. AN1x w/ slider-per-function would be on another level(s) of amazing...cheers :)
Wow, majestic!
I'm deeply impressed by your skills; it's absolutely amazing what you created here, wow! Great impro dance!!!
3:53 (looper section) NIIIIICEEEE that low bass sound
Great video. Creative playing & demo by a brilliant musician without a nerdy male voice droning on about oscillators. Thanks !
Excellent! Quite an underrated synth I think.
Lol that Turkeys talking effect is hilarious. The first clip you did with the traditional instruments effects are amazing. I just decided today to get the Reface CS as my first synth. Will be getting it in a week or so.
New subscriber.
Thanks David 🙏 Glad you are enjoying the channel! 🎹
the looper improv at 3.35 sounds stunning, you may have just inspired me to get one of these for myself
Virtuosic!! Pure synth poetry ^.^
You seem to know this instrument inside and out. Impressive!
This is such a beautiful video! Thanks so much!
Very skilled musician
I loved the catfight.
This video should get more views
thank you!
you're great.
Thanks for the video! Funny, RUclips does subtitles to the synthesizer at 2:17 when the feature is enabled. :)
Amazing content 😊
6:52 sound designing a “stir fry garlic” on a synth 🤯
❤🙏
"I'm going to make sounds inspired by Animals". yeah right... 10 seconds later, omg that really does sound like cats fighting, and the sparrows haha! Nice job
i guess Im kinda randomly asking but do anyone know a good site to stream new series online ?
@Franklin Peter try flixzone. Just search on google for it =)
@Dallas Guillermo yup, I've been using flixzone for since april myself =)
I can only imagine what you'd do if Vangelis turned up at your house and personally gifted you a full size CS 80
Sounds good but your voice is even nicer.
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Bella - Do you have a diagram of your slider settings with sound names?
That would be cool
Hi! I have a Yamaha Soundmondo account and you will find many sounds saved in there.
Is there a reason why the fire alarm is so many times on in your kitchen? :DDD Just kidding, cool sounds. :)
Hahaha!! Thank you
Are there a names to the song at 0:48 and 1:14 or are the improv? I'd love to find sheet music if it's out there. There are many beautiful pieces in this video!
Thank you! 🙏 This was improvised, but I do have sheet music available for my other compositions on my website 😉 (BTW, sounds are available for you to try on my SoundMondo account!)
Hi Belle! I wanted to ask about your opinions on whether you think this synth is a good first hardware synth to get? I'm always using software instruments, however, recently, I've been looking for options to get my first hardware synth so I'd greatly appreciate your input as a great musician! Thanks so much!
Hi! I found Reface CS to be a really suitable analog modelling synth for me both in studio and live. I find that the tactile layout works great for me. I suppose it really depends on what kind of music you are making and how you prefer to work!
Thank you for the nice video! By the way, I have a question.. I am considering to buy this(reface CS), but I want to use it totally as a midi keyboard. Is it as easy as those general midi keyboards? like I just need to connect via usb cable and immediately I can use it as a midi keyboard in my DAW(ableton). Or, do I need to set it up(midi setting?) everytime before I use it as a midi keyboard?
Thank you for you comment 🙏 I use Reface as a midi controller when using scoring applications over USB and it works great for me! I use more for live sound and not so much as a controller, but the user guide will have more detail on connecting to a DAW. Happy playing! 🎹🙂
@@BelleChenMusic Got it! Thanks for the reply!
Wow you are so talented and no fear to experiment. I am just playing someone else's song, so ashamed.
Hii!
Hi!
OBS! bra skit :)