Bad Gear - Korg Monologue - The Analog Electribe???

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    Chapters:
    00:00 Intro tune
    01:16 Overview
    05:11 Hate
    05:34 Jam 1
    06:30 Jam 2
    07:34 Finale
    08:01 Verdict
    Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world's most hated audio tools. Today we are going to talk about the Korg Monologue Monophonic Analog Synthesizer. Is it an analog Electribe in disguise???
    Thanks to Klangfarbe for providing me with this synthesizer:
    www.klangfarbe.com/
    Video of the jam I played at their shop
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  • @AudioPilz
    @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +228

    Thank you for your patience!!! Finally got the episode through the copyright check;)

    • @ActionlessLoveless
      @ActionlessLoveless Před 2 lety +10

      did someone copyrighted their memes? :D

    • @thecognacsipper
      @thecognacsipper Před 2 lety +2

      TOOK YOU LONG ENOUGH
      ahah goddamn I'm so sorry this is really a thing...thanks for the great {free} content!

    • @df68rt
      @df68rt Před 2 lety +1

      I really like the bass lines you do for the first jams you do in your videos. Could you share what is your approach to make those great acid lines. Best.

    • @sapiotone
      @sapiotone Před 2 lety +1

      Totally worth it. Best episode to date IMO! Glad I wasn't drinking when the picture 'AFX' popped up!!! HAAHAHAHAHAA

    • @needfortweed8734
      @needfortweed8734 Před 2 lety +2

      So what song ticked CZcams's copyright box? As in: what did they think you played?

  • @squishy949
    @squishy949 Před 2 lety +341

    Here's a trick with the only 16 step sequencer: Ignore it for sequencing notes, and use it for just modulation. You can record in parameter changes without any notes and leave the sequencer running so it's modulating parameters while you play or sequence it externally. 16 steps of notes may be very limiting but treating it like a custom modulator instead it becomes a different beast.

    • @annother3350
      @annother3350 Před 2 lety +21

      Yes, and you dont have to let the modulations run in sync!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +30

      Nice technique!

    • @wiskybiz
      @wiskybiz Před 2 lety +6

      Righto! I’m going to try that.

    • @killstarpopper
      @killstarpopper Před 2 lety +5

      wow, nice trick! never thought about that

    • @dusanvukasovic2525
      @dusanvukasovic2525 Před 2 lety +2

      Agree. Record various parameter modulations like you have four 16- points envelopes.

  • @LightboxX
    @LightboxX Před 2 lety +52

    lol the picture of kurt for rdj slayed me.... bust out laughed

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks!

    • @t0xcn253
      @t0xcn253 Před 2 lety +2

      For a second I thought it was really RDJ, uncanny

  • @GeorgeL909
    @GeorgeL909 Před 2 lety +277

    Was that a Kurt Cobain picture you showed when you invoked Richard D James? 🤣 Dude you kill me sometimes, I swear I could rewatch your videos and catch random Easter eggs all over. High quality entertainment 🤣 as always. Edit: have to give props for the ending jam, loved it

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +36

      Thank you! Easter eggs 4 life!!!

    • @MrDigimal
      @MrDigimal Před 2 lety +14

      Broke my shit laughing at that😂

    • @cresshead
      @cresshead Před 2 lety +4

      clever stuff 'easter eggs' = another view added on a re watch!

    • @mikemeengs5720
      @mikemeengs5720 Před 2 lety +5

      I thought it was David Spade for a second. 😉

    • @danhectic5629
      @danhectic5629 Před 2 lety +2

      on point with the lols- gonna rewatch this one many times!

  • @Tomoroh_Hidari
    @Tomoroh_Hidari Před 2 lety +16

    Lol, almost had beer coming out my nose laughing at the "Richard D. James" pic at 4:19 !! Well played Mr. Pilz, well played!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks! Maybe Mr. Cobain is the lost twin?

  • @cmd_f5
    @cmd_f5 Před 2 lety +20

    I could watch this all day. Clear and concise reviews as always, and your demo tracks are great.

  • @broklee
    @broklee Před 2 lety +6

    Always enjoy seeing the amount of effort and editing you put into your videos. Keep up the great work!

  • @sonicjackalopeproductions3342

    I almost had a heart attack when I saw my beloved monologue was on stage to be judged!!! But, at least you saw the sequencer for what it is and gave it the same praise in it's implementation that I do. All in all, the under-achieving but loveable middle child of the King "-uge" line survives to rock another day!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +9

      The "-uge" line...😅😅😅

    • @zebarzebra
      @zebarzebra Před rokem +3

      Just got it as my first -so far- Synthesitzer. only pay 210€ because it is very cheap at Amazon and I got a 50€ coupon for Amazon.
      Also the wood thingy at the back matches my Hifi Speaker and my living room door perfectly. :-D
      Was that stupid? I thought about getting a Arturia MiniBrute 2 Noir, but 500€ is steep starting point for beginning a new Hobby IMHO. So far I only played a little with HELM.

  • @Hoshenko
    @Hoshenko Před 2 lety +22

    Now I want this Synth even more

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +4

      If the sound works for you it's a great choice!

  • @alvaroapablaza5471
    @alvaroapablaza5471 Před 2 lety +14

    all three tunes were delightfully impressive. I didnt even know this synth was disliked at all. This was the number 1 contender a few years back when I was bit by the monologue synth bug and was shopping for one, Ended up with the Roland Se-02 and can't complain. (dont even think about it, not bad gear material). Thank you again for starting my weekend right, I kept the coffee pot on longer while waiting for youtube to let you upload. well worth it.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for your patience!!!

    • @andyparle5494
      @andyparle5494 Před 2 lety +1

      I have both the se02 and the monologue. I love them both equally for different reasons

    • @s3nsec0rruptr80
      @s3nsec0rruptr80 Před 2 lety +1

      I am definitely not a fan. I tried. I've owned two. Just too many limitations. For the money I'd probably go with a bass station 2. Better sequencer, better envelopes, paraphonic.

  • @sheepkillindog
    @sheepkillindog Před 2 lety +11

    The fact that it’s battery powered and it spits out a gate signal for the Eurorack makes it a keeper. I love this and the Monotribe. Their quite similar.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      I thought it was only able to spit out sync...

    • @sheepkillindog
      @sheepkillindog Před 2 lety +10

      Sync out sends a 5v pulse every step. That’s enough to trigger the 4ms Rotating Clock Divider. That gives me plenty of gate (or trigger) signals. Volca and Monotribe can do it too!

    • @femto859
      @femto859 Před rokem

      @@sheepkillindog Well i see - modular is a whole different world

  • @steingrimurarnason5784
    @steingrimurarnason5784 Před rokem +3

    Nailing it as usual with impeccable humor. Thanks for doing those episodes.

  • @OscillatorCollective
    @OscillatorCollective Před 2 lety +7

    Hearing your two songs featuring this piece really lets me know that this really is a true descendant of that classic 80s freestyle sound that Korg was deeply involved in.

  • @RetroPlus
    @RetroPlus Před 2 lety +6

    I've been waiting for this, glad it's finally here. The monologue is my favourite synthesizer, it was my first and it's supplied me with some of my favourite sounds. The sounds may sound a little harsh to some but it's special talent is being able to sit in virtually any mix quite well. I've used it in more songs than i can count.
    Also there are like hundreds of little tricks that you can do with this synth that are practically only possible on the monologue, when you really go deep into it then it's truly something quite special.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Agreed, it really sits well in the mix

  • @ChrisSmout
    @ChrisSmout Před 2 lety +11

    Well worth the wait and a good summary of the MonoLogue too. Happy Friday everyone!

  • @rederickfroders1978
    @rederickfroders1978 Před 2 lety +40

    I think this is where you went full circle, for me anyway. Youve handled all my past synths and this is my current synthesizer.
    Bad? Not sure, alot of the presets I have zero use for, but mine is gold coloured, and thats what I hate most about it. Shouldve gotten black, OR, well, a poly synth.
    As always, great video!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +7

      Thanks! Gold paintjob makes everything better;)

    • @Sx107music
      @Sx107music Před 2 lety +3

      Get a minilogue xd. Motion sequencer rocks and with third-party oscillators it can be an amazing groovebox.

    • @rederickfroders1978
      @rederickfroders1978 Před 2 lety +3

      @@Sx107music Bought one! I dont think I'll ever get rid of this synth, I really like it! Thanks for the tip

  • @robarkskillie960
    @robarkskillie960 Před 2 lety +7

    You just sold 100 monologues for Korg. Everytime I wanna whip up cash for gear I can't afford I consider putting the stock knobs back on and selling the log. Then I play it for a final hurrah, play it some more, put some drums on it, and play it for about six hours and realize that the sequencer is awesome. 16 steps you can change every 16 steps on the fly, it never gets old. Sometimes it sounds like ass, is hard to mix with anything, other times it IS the sound.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Yes, it's definitely fun to play and often hit or miss

  • @Hrotti
    @Hrotti Před 2 lety +5

    Glowsticking Drum'n'Bass Breakkorg Neurostep is the jam I needed for this friday

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Yup, really fits the season;)

  • @LOST_AND_FOUND
    @LOST_AND_FOUND Před 2 lety +1

    What an amazing video! Best review I have EVER seen!

  • @Adams420
    @Adams420 Před 2 lety +6

    I bought one last year but sold it after a few months to a guy who was giving it to his kid as their first synth. I think it was a very nice gift for the child.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +3

      Absolutely. That's what I call good parenting!

  • @dickwang7429
    @dickwang7429 Před 2 lety +55

    If we were playing Bad Gear Bingo I’d be ticking all the boxes. I bought mine off a fine British fellow who had more emit less the same opinions as Florian. Maybe time to do an OP-1, it’s overpriced, over hyped, bad for making music that is not lofi pop or hiphop, we still don’t know how all the synth engines work, and it beats the microkorg for hipster chic

    • @Spherical_El
      @Spherical_El Před 2 lety +7

      An interesting choice for sure (Bad is not what I would say) but if you want hate on good gear - look no further than....
      *OCTATRACK*

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +27

      Teenage engineering and Elektron are always great for some controversy;) Thanks for the suggestions!

    • @gamma_noize
      @gamma_noize Před 2 lety +7

      @@Spherical_El The Octatrack is a beast in what it can do.
      But the learning curve... Damn... Mt. Everest isn't as steep as the OTs learning curve. xD

    • @randommcranderson5155
      @randommcranderson5155 Před 2 lety +17

      @@AudioPilzthe problem with teenage engineering is that all their engineers are teenagers and it shows in the build quality.

    • @audiocoffee
      @audiocoffee Před 2 lety +1

      @@randommcranderson5155 I have four teenage engineering gadgets... 3 are totally flawless and work perfectly. however, one of them has a button stuck and despite numerous emails, there's been no reply. however, as the device in question isn't my 'go to', it's fine - I'll ignore that one button! (or keep randomly poking it...)

  • @lbarnett748
    @lbarnett748 Před 2 lety +13

    The 16 step sequencer on this thing can do drums and baselines plus using the white noise To get metallic sounds you got hi hats. The 4 motion locks make it possible to cram everything in just 16 steps or one bar. It really can do live techno or dubstep like sets just stand alone by saving multiple patches at the same tempo and flipping that knob back and forth for patch transitioning to overcome that one bar limit so yeah it’s a Beast. I fully love This machines sequencer capacity and when pushed to the limit it can get some pretty off the wall amazing beats Going. 10/10 for korg.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      The motion locks are indeed great!

  • @benjaminbrand3714
    @benjaminbrand3714 Před 2 lety

    Great work as always! It’s always great to see the Beatstep Pro get some love!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Thanks! BSP is such a versatile piece of gear

  • @phantomdamenace4354
    @phantomdamenace4354 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Have had mine for 3 years it was my first synth actually, I’ll always love that little thing

  • @SianaGearz
    @SianaGearz Před 2 lety +5

    I find the little waveform display absolutely adorable!

  • @rars0n
    @rars0n Před 2 lety +44

    I like the Monologue a lot. However, since the Minilogue XD came out, I've seriously been considering selling the Monologue and replacing it with the XD. The XD is such a great upgrade over the original Minilogue and resolves pretty much all the issues I had with the original.
    But back to the Monologue! The good: it's a relatively inexpensive analogue monosynth with a LOT of potential. I bought mine new when they were $300 and I still think that's a great price for this synth. Definitely worth $300 IMO. That said, last I checked the price had crept above $350 and in that range I'm not so sure... I would probably want something like the Microfreak instead.
    The oscillators are nice, it seems to stay in tune just fine, and it's definitely got some character to the sound. I like how gnarly and aggressive it can get. The battery compartment is extremely welcome, especially since Korg didn't bother to include a power supply. I really love just sitting on the couch and playing around with the Monologue. Its size is also perfect for this. In terms of "mini-keys," these are the type of mini-keys that I enjoy because they don't particularly feel like mini-keys to me (the Microkorg, in my opinion, has the worst mini-keys ever made). The knobs are smooth and I love turning them, likewise with flicking the switches. This is a cheap plastic-bottom synth but the interface panel feels MUCH higher quality than that, and the OLED display is super crisp and responsive. Only occasionally have I noticed slight weirdness where on certain notes it doesn't quite update quick enough.
    I also think that this is one of those few synths where its limitations are actually a good thing. While the sequencer is limited, it's one of the easiest to use on any monosynths that I've tried. The filter, like on any good synth, can be utilized as a third oscillator, and you can create a pretty awesome kick using just the filter, no oscillators. To me, the filter is definitely a high point on the Monologue. The synth engine presented here is flexible enough to create workarounds for some of the limitations, and for me that's something that makes a synth exciting. Since it's so well-laid out and easy to use, creating workarounds are not really that difficult, it just requires a little bit of experimentation. I am reminded of the Korg DS-10 in that way, where the limitations force me to seek out new ways to utilize what I'm given and ultimately I end up creating not only results that were better than expected, but results I otherwise wouldn't have thought of had those limitations not forced me to be creative.
    I probably sound like a big fan of the Monologue... and I am! But onto the bad. Considering the price now hovers around $350, I wouldn't say it's necessarily a bad purchase at that price, but there are certainly some other options, like the Microfreak or various Behringer synths like the Model D, Cat, etc. Go a little higher and you're in Bass Station II territory, and that is one synth that I've been salivating over. I'm still punishing myself for not picking one up brand new when it was on sale for $350. I think the BSII has more sonic flexibility than the Monologue, with an interface that has both strengths and weaknesses in comparison, but in general is the one I'd rather use on any given occasion.
    One thing you didn't mention was the key arrangement, which on the Monologue is E-to-E. This is because it's intended for supplementing guitar with a "bass line." I guess that's fine, standard guitar tuning starts with E but not every song or every guitar player uses standard tuning, and it does make using the keyboard a little odd. I'd rather have a normal C-to-C keyboard. Additionally, as you pointed out, while this synth has character it's tone is rather aggressive and not everyone may like it (I quite like it, but I can understand why others don't). I'm no mixing guru but I think this one when pushed to its limits might have a bit more trouble sitting in the mix than others.
    The limitations ultimately do become a factor as well. I don't think they're a breaking point for a $300 synth, but when comparing to something like the Microfreak (which wasn't out when I bought the Monologue), I think in hindsight I would have chosen that for its greater flexibility. Having new analog synth options in 2017 was an awesome thing, and the Monologue is a great analog synth, especially for someone just starting out (in that case, the limitations and ease of use make it a great instrument to learn with). And with some out-of-the-box thinking, you can get a lot of great results. That said, I have several other monosynths (and still some I'm considering to purchase) that I think I'm ready to move on from the Monologue, and replace it with the Minilogue XD which is a steal at its current price when you compare it to the Opsix or the Wavestate (both of which should be $650 or less in my opinion), and capable of so much more than the Monologue.
    Again, it's a great synth, really, and it has its place. But I think competition has caught up and surpassed it at this point, especially if you're looking at paying ~$350 for it. Still, it's capable of some really cool stuff. (Yes, I'm having trouble accepting the idea of parting with mine.)
    Sorry for the super long comment! Thanks to anyone who bothers to read it!

    • @sanakassara
      @sanakassara Před 2 lety +8

      I have them both Monologue and Minilogue XD side by side on my rack. They are one dynamic duo.

    • @kenzieprice6745
      @kenzieprice6745 Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you for sharing!

    • @alexsicko
      @alexsicko Před 2 lety +1

      all i can say is... XD

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      That sums it up pretty nicely

    • @meghanmunn7134
      @meghanmunn7134 Před 2 lety +2

      I got mine in blue for $200. I am still finding out the sounds it can do after three years of owning it.

  • @itsstucat
    @itsstucat Před 2 lety

    That DnB track was incredible. well done! another stellar video!

  • @Beep.Boop.Bop.
    @Beep.Boop.Bop. Před 2 lety +1

    Kinda crazy how this series has become an essential part of my week. I NEED THIS SHIT MAN!!!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @dnbsoldier7259
    @dnbsoldier7259 Před 2 lety +3

    That DnB track was fiyahhh. Nice work

  • @genm4827
    @genm4827 Před 2 lety +3

    I like this synth because…it's fuzzy and aggressive. You hit that part nail-on-the-head!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! It's great to have such a variety of instruments to choose from!

  • @mattswensen3030
    @mattswensen3030 Před 2 lety +1

    Sweet the video is up. Thanks again!

  • @t0xcn253
    @t0xcn253 Před 2 lety

    Worth the wait! Glad everything worked out brother.

  • @z.verdadero
    @z.verdadero Před 2 lety +5

    yessss been waiting for this one for a while
    i've had the monologue for almost two years. it's a long learning curve, and as i'm living in a third-world country and can't afford another synth yet i've been able to go through it.
    you are right, i take it more as a groovebox than a mono synth. it's so much fun for me to try to make presets that have sequences made of melody and beats. i once made a sequence that kinda sound like i'd taken it out of a yoshi game, so maybe it's kinda good for chiptune?
    also you can find sweet spots with the lfo that make involuntary harmonies, and sometimes it sounds quite good if used for ambient.
    that jam was on point tho.
    also lmao the guy that said there were only 20 preset slots didn't even bother watching an explanatory video

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +4

      Yeah, these hate comments are not always well-educated;)

  • @Arehexes
    @Arehexes Před 2 lety +13

    Welp the first synth I ever bought since I got in this hobby. This shall he a fun episode.

  • @matthewtunnicliffe201
    @matthewtunnicliffe201 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent! I really like the Monologue. You can really get some good acid madness out of it. This is the 2nd piece of gear that I own that you've featured on your show, and I'm sure it won't be the last - hahaha

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      Lol, there should be Bad Gear in every household;)

  • @LucasStrandell
    @LucasStrandell Před 2 lety

    Damn dude, your jams and video editing somehow get better w/ every video!!

  • @orincat10
    @orincat10 Před 2 lety +22

    The monologue was my first analog monosynth and still my favorite.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +4

      Great synth if you like the sound!

  • @davidkristian6606
    @davidkristian6606 Před 2 lety +11

    This synth is so good, it deserves a special edition with a more solid build and an option to get it only as a module. Of course, I was a huge fan of the ER-1 as well, so I was very happy to see these two powerhouses together! Tip 1: Internal clock sequencer speed goes up to 600 BPM from the tempo menu. Tip 2: The Mac and PC editor also lets you import custom tunings from Scala.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +3

      A module only version would be great

    • @odiroot
      @odiroot Před 2 lety +2

      A module with a real ADSR envelope and 4-pole synth would be really sweet. I would also prefer faders but I know Korg just loves knobs.

    • @ruste9565
      @ruste9565 Před 2 lety +1

      Minilogue XD Desktop?

  • @Hummelsbusch
    @Hummelsbusch Před 2 lety

    Wie immer ein großer Spaß, Dir zu zuschauen. Musste pausieren, um das Aragorn-meme zu lesen und hab geprustet vor lachen!

  • @djlocodoc
    @djlocodoc Před 2 lety +1

    Great episode! I have no regrets buying my monologue used. Like you, it I use it for drum and bass. It is a sleeper synth.

  • @stephpearlskozlowski1949
    @stephpearlskozlowski1949 Před 2 lety +13

    It's the ultimate beast for acid craziness and Drone sounds, yeah it has limitation, but it's also what makes it so good to use . honnestly i prefer use this one than to have to emulate a 303 with an expensively ridiculous eurorack that sound similar to another expensively ridiculous Eurorack, one of my favorite gear here, and i don't bought expensive synth , i want something else that sound and rocks it's simple like that and for that price the Monologue is a real beast .

    • @kinetic-cybernetic
      @kinetic-cybernetic Před 2 lety +2

      Recently I have explored more deeply a lot of synths in comparison to Logues (Mono, Mini, XD, Pro). I arrived to the same conclusion as you. This family's genius is precisely in its limitations. For instance, the Mininova, can do "everything" but then you just stumble into random things, e.g. there's no easy way to change the LFO shape while playing. That's a stupid limitation in the middle of a huge complexity. But the Minilogue in contrast doesn't have basics as a modulation matrix or a sustain pedal input, and those are brilliant limitations: It's all in your panel, visible, at the reach of your hands, one knob per function, what you see is what you get. That's how you get an instrument to become an extension of your body.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      The fast LFO gives the synth some modular vibe, true!

    • @HammyHavoc
      @HammyHavoc Před 2 lety +3

      Monologue versus TD-3?

    • @stephpearlskozlowski1949
      @stephpearlskozlowski1949 Před 2 lety

      @@HammyHavoc nenni

  • @buranflakes
    @buranflakes Před 2 lety +13

    Finally, Friday is complete

  • @rockstarjazzcat
    @rockstarjazzcat Před 2 lety +1

    Love the production values on your channel. (Of course, I may just be trying to console myself on past purchases.) :)

  • @pathingmusic
    @pathingmusic Před rokem +1

    Acid bass box is why I went back for this one. Your jams are great for "new purchase justification". :D

  • @ecrylian
    @ecrylian Před 2 lety +10

    Let's go dude, my first synth! Got it for a bargain a couple years back, the rubberized plastic knobs are getting a little sticky now, but I love it's sounds and the hands on control.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      I was afraid they would get sticky. Bummer...

    • @ecrylian
      @ecrylian Před 2 lety +3

      @@AudioPilz It isn't so much of an issue to be honest, but I'd definitely keep Chromacaps in the back of my mind for the next decade :)

    • @Elius3
      @Elius3 Před rokem

      My rubber knobs are still perfect after 4 years of intermittent use.. my first synth as well :) btw AudioPilz thanks for your videos!!

  • @DaneXbsinthe
    @DaneXbsinthe Před 2 lety +3

    Shots fired.
    The distortion + filter has that tone I’ve always looked for. I love it.
    Are there ‘better’ in its class/price range… yes. This is is just fun and immediate…”too aggressive and too fuzzy” ? Yes please!
    (Also I have the baby blue microbrute.)

    • @Madrrrrrrrrrrr
      @Madrrrrrrrrrrr Před 2 lety

      It's a mediocre sound you can get from all new 'analog' synths nowadays. Only liked the LFO sound when he pushed it.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      It's really funny how tastes differ;)

    • @odiroot
      @odiroot Před 2 lety +2

      There's probably no better in the same price range. But I would go for Bass Station II.

  • @cactusrider7686
    @cactusrider7686 Před 2 lety +1

    my man great work. this was my 2nd synth after the microbrute. i have had it a few years, but I think I can do more with it. I have found the sequencer to be short.. anyways my dude i love you channel. watching from the usa--texas. rock on

  • @AlineKiler123321
    @AlineKiler123321 Před 2 lety

    At first I was not impressed but now I can't wait to the next video I really love your videos especially your musicvideos of the instruments you talk about. Iam your fan!! Love from TAO

  • @Getthenderson
    @Getthenderson Před 2 lety +4

    Was my first synth and it taught me so much I had so much fun with it. Only bad point for me was the 16 step sequencer.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      That one's a real limitation

    • @bdtmstrs
      @bdtmstrs Před 8 měsíci

      If you work with daw and some midi, no more limitations lol

  • @onpatrolforthejuice
    @onpatrolforthejuice Před 2 lety +7

    I love my monologue. Wish it had pattern chain. But it still sounds amazing for the price. It also interfaces very well with my modular. Korgs filters and lfos shit on most mainstream competition. Monologue does acid better then almost every 303 clone and is way easier to program/ sequence with other gear. Plus the internal quantizer with microtuning is very nice.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      I like it as a meta-acid machine as well!

  • @voiceineheadphones
    @voiceineheadphones Před 2 lety +1

    The super modern synth videos are always great for curing my curiosity-induced GAS. Meme game leveled up yet again with this upload.

  • @nutritionontape
    @nutritionontape Před 2 lety

    This really gave a kick start to my day. Well done.
    Owning one felt a bit limited for me. I felt like ran out of things to do with it as much as the form factor and controls were really pleasant.
    Best to spend a bit more and get a minilogue

  • @Roboman20000
    @Roboman20000 Před 2 lety +13

    I bought a Monologue as my intro to the world of Synths and it's still the only hardware synth I own. I love it but there are things that it just can't do. The simple envelope is really what I miss when making sounds. I use it mainly for it's phat bass noise. I'm surprised that you didn't mention the keyboard and that it starts on E rather than C.

    • @jaydeepalmer
      @jaydeepalmer Před 2 lety +1

      Yea it's a great feature, perfect for rock n roll!😁

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +7

      Originally, I had a guitarist joke in it;)

  • @felixpeccatum1705
    @felixpeccatum1705 Před 2 lety +35

    It’s a great learner synth (especially for kids with the oscilloscope), that has quite some
    Interesting abilities.
    You did miss the 4 lanes of automation in the sequencer, which I think is the best “longevity” option on this entry level synth.
    The price is so good, that it would definitely work for a permanent bass synth (layer), as selling one doesn’t make much sense ;)

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +7

      Yeah, I really liked the oscilloscope too!

    • @romwell
      @romwell Před 2 lety +1

      Literally bought this as a learner synth for my niece (who's in elementary school).
      Don't know how far she got with it, but I couldn't resist and got myself one too :D

  • @kristopherdetar4346
    @kristopherdetar4346 Před 2 lety +1

    I love the wicked cool tones I get from my Monologue. The more I play and tweak it, the more I love it. You can get some amazing complex tones out of it with a great set of loud speakers which are able to shake the walls.

  • @scottharris7222
    @scottharris7222 Před rokem +1

    Excellent video . You commented at the end of this video that your search for the ideal mono synth continues. I'd love to see a round-up video where you make a decision (from all of the mono synths you've reviewed to date) and explain your rationale. That would be an entertaining video and would allow us to get a bit deeper into that impressive brain of yours. Keep them coming. Love your content.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před rokem

      Thank you!!! Great idea! My favorite is still the Doepfer MS-404

    • @scottharris7222
      @scottharris7222 Před rokem

      @@AudioPilz researching this one now. Thanks.

  • @bentheintern
    @bentheintern Před 2 lety +5

    Its cool this synth had a lot of character and gets a lot of love. I just could not get along with it compared to my Microbrute, Volca Bass, or Mother 32. Definitely a matter of taste. Solidly built for the price and a great value if you dig the sound

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Certainly a matter of taste. Really liked the UI

  • @Rompler_Rocco
    @Rompler_Rocco Před 2 lety +6

    If this is someone who "obviously has a hard time getting sounds he likes", I don't think I can handle the tracks he'll make when the ideal mono is found 🤯

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      You know that feeling when it's like a third of the parameter range that gives you sounds that perfectly do the job and it's just a matter of taste? I didn't get that feeling on the Monologue for sure;)

    • @Rompler_Rocco
      @Rompler_Rocco Před 2 lety

      @@AudioPilz I do know what you mean, and agree 100% :) Although I do have fun programming it, it's like fighting for the steering wheel sonically. I just had to give you crap because your struggle sure wasn't evident in the music (which IMO was really something special)!
      ⚡🎧⚡

  • @janoschamann3008
    @janoschamann3008 Před 2 lety +1

    Oida.
    - kompaktes, informatives und originelles Format
    - GAS befriedigend
    - Unlike einiger anderer Reviewer megafette Demobeats
    - ur kreative visuals
    Dieser Kanal is massiv underrated.
    Danke Wiederschaun.

  • @Logiwonk
    @Logiwonk Před 2 lety +1

    Glad to see a synth I own get the Bad Gear treatment! Really like that demo neurostep track too!

  • @M0ritsch
    @M0ritsch Před 2 lety +7

    Dieser Kanal entwickelt sich immer mehr zu einer Ansammlung von Synth Meta Jokes. Herrlich

  • @cleverhardy5230
    @cleverhardy5230 Před 2 lety +5

    "Temptation of Ulie"
    Pretty appropriate since Berhinger had a personal feud against a journalist and mistreated their workers in China.
    This keyboard seemed interesting, and a decent size for small studios. I'll definitely focus more on the Minilogue XD or whatever it's call when I have room.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      The Monologue is indeed super compact!

  • @BillyBatsonMarvel
    @BillyBatsonMarvel Před 2 lety +1

    I gotta say, you are a BRILLIANT individual. Placing people in boxes according to gear and displaying personality types associated with said gear? 🤯
    It all began with the Simpsons and the TB-03, you’ve even included a part two of sorts in this video. 🤣😂🤣😂
    👏🏽 Well done 👍🏽

  • @FormerlyOrca
    @FormerlyOrca Před 2 lety

    Another great episode! A suggestion for a future episode: I've never seen a controller with more controversy than the ableton push 2

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! Still trying to find a narrative for these!

  • @chriswalton720
    @chriswalton720 Před 2 lety +10

    You left out one of this synth’s best features: the external input that lets you run other audio devices through the filter. Hook up a digital polysynth or a drum machine, use the motion sequencer to automate the filter, and let the games begin.

    • @andyparle5494
      @andyparle5494 Před 2 lety +4

      Love doing this with my volca fm

    • @drangduewel
      @drangduewel Před 2 lety +3

      I do this with my Behringer Crave. Turns the Monologue in a 3 oscillator monster

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Nice technique, thanks for pointing that out!

  • @Barney_Wharam
    @Barney_Wharam Před 2 lety +4

    excellent episode as always. feel marginally hurt as i love this synth. feel like you shouldve mentioned how the workflow is so easy and the built in oscilloscope is great for noobs to learn whats going on. the afx thing is obsessed with microtuning which this is very powerful at (i dont care). i feel like the presets misrepresent the instrument. downloading some basic ones kinda makes it easier to play with and actually use in compositions. Also, oscillator sinks excellent series of youtube videos are a must for any monologue peeps

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Thanks! Osc Sink's videos are great!

    • @patkelly8309
      @patkelly8309 Před 2 lety

      The librarian preset manager thing is a right pain the ass. Never could get it to work for me.

    • @Barney_Wharam
      @Barney_Wharam Před 2 lety

      @@patkelly8309 ah weird I didn’t have any issues

    • @solidkeys
      @solidkeys Před 2 lety +1

      I do with the minilogue XD. Heard a windows update rigged it, can't get it to work since like October last year

    • @Barney_Wharam
      @Barney_Wharam Před 2 lety

      @@solidkeys to be fair i probably haven't used it since then. ****!

  • @MrPyroguy108
    @MrPyroguy108 Před 2 lety +1

    I found this channel when I came across your bad gear episode about a piece of gear I owned (Volca Beats) and now I get to see another episode with a synth I own! This was my first budget hardware synth so I've grown quite fond of it. Funnily enough, my biggest problem with the synth is that it starts on E instead of C and it always throws me off! I've actually found myself using it more for mono leads than I have basses, I quite enjoy the sounds I can get running it through my quadraverb.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Thanks! The e-e keyboard triggers some serious OCD;)

  • @mokujinsan9946
    @mokujinsan9946 Před 2 lety +2

    Dope Mono Synth. I use it to create UK Garage Square Wave Bass and some serious dark Techstep Bass tones which I then sample into my MPC for further tickling of the Foxes. As as sound design tool its great. I was aware of its limitations, but the bass this can make is seriously naughty. Great show brother, Glove from Berlin.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! Foxes must be tickled!!!

  • @lundsweden
    @lundsweden Před 2 lety +3

    The ideal monosynth is the Minimoog. Was true in 1970 and always will be! (ok, ok, I actually own a MiniBoog, but hey!)

  • @Death_By_Media
    @Death_By_Media Před 2 lety +4

    I actually quite liked the sound of this synth , IMHO the filter was more aggressive than the mini , but I hated the keyboard starting at E so much that I just avoided playing it . Wish they would of made a module and saved the space just a bit probably would of kept it .

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +6

      It's a keybed for guitar players;)

    • @Death_By_Media
      @Death_By_Media Před 2 lety +3

      @@AudioPilz yeah but I’m a a drop D guitar player lol

  • @mixn5919
    @mixn5919 Před 2 lety

    I forgot how crazy the LFO is on this thing! really fun synth, definitely worth the price despite its flaws imo. (also, I love the saw bass sound you got in the final demo!)

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks! The LFO goes to 11!!!

  • @imadhamadieh9936
    @imadhamadieh9936 Před 2 lety +1

    While I enjoy your reviews, I don’t think that this is such a bad synth! In fact, you inspired me to use it in new creative ways, and your song towards the end was full on brilliant! Great job 👏🏻

    • @iishirasu
      @iishirasu Před 2 lety

      I feel like that's the true purpose of these videos. He always finds a legitimate use for the "bad gear" by stacking subgenre descriptors.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much!!!

  • @thewistfulsnail
    @thewistfulsnail Před 2 lety +4

    My first synth and I still fucking love it! Even though I've amassed more "better" synths I still go back to the Monologue for a lot of my leads and basses. It's still a beast!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Nice starting point for a synth addiction;)

  • @nintendoor1
    @nintendoor1 Před rokem +3

    had no idea this was considered a bad synth. I’m no expert on synthesis, but I have noticed that synth people are often super critical. Seemingly, any synth could be considered bad

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před rokem +1

      Some of them are quite universally loved (Access Virus for example) but most of them get some kind of flak

  • @SynthAddict
    @SynthAddict Před 2 lety +1

    good stuff as usual, and some banging tracks in there :-)
    the little guy has some limitations for sure but also brings some good ideas to the table and it was one of the first common microtonal synths with Scala import abd has soem cool AFX "DNA" in it :-)
    I haven't used mine as much as the Minilogue but they look cool together with "mini" in silver and "mono" in gold and the wood backs are a nice touch
    the panel mount pots are awesome, only the Hydrasynth has such a similar sturdy build lately

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Build quality on the Hydra is really good!

  • @RayTheProducer
    @RayTheProducer Před 2 lety +1

    I knew it was only a matter of time before all my hardware would end up on this channel. 😅 I’m honored! This episode was perfection.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Thanks! Any more boxes to tick? ;)

    • @RayTheProducer
      @RayTheProducer Před 2 lety

      @@AudioPilz oh I’m sure you’ll tick them…😅

  • @ActionlessLoveless
    @ActionlessLoveless Před 2 lety +3

    never tried this one, but minilogue is very nice from both UI and sounds - only thing where it sucks - is what sequences are being switched instantly without playing til end of the bar, like on volcas :(

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +2

      I'm torn when it comes to switching behavior. I really prefer to choose;)

    • @gru_day
      @gru_day Před 2 lety

      For me there is a lot of potential in instant changeing patches while sequencer is runing. Only i wish for a way to hold a patch while searching for another.

  • @Gainn
    @Gainn Před 2 lety +4

    The final jam played at 0.5 speed sounds like a John Carpenter masterpiece.

  • @andresplemons
    @andresplemons Před 2 lety +1

    Monologue is my first synth. Thanks for burning it.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Always a pleasure;) Thanks for watching!

  • @romwell
    @romwell Před 2 lety +1

    Yet again I see gear that I have here, and one of of my all-time favorites. Can't wait till you get to The Temptation of Uli that sits next to it :D
    I love the sound - yes, it tends to be fuzzy and aggressive - but I have plenty of mellowness in 3 FM synths and the Casio CZ3000 :)

  • @LewisDeAlba
    @LewisDeAlba Před 2 lety +12

    This was my first synth, had to sell it to pay rent but sometimes I really miss it a ton. We even processed vocals with this little monster 😢💙

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +6

      Nice! Totally neglected processing of external signals

  • @sanakassara
    @sanakassara Před 2 lety +3

    I felt my guts sinking when I saw the thumbnail... Best analog monosynth that I know of! Zero bad things under the hood. It does all it promises and then some.
    Edit: Yes, the sequencer lenght is quite short, but 16 steps for baselines is more than enough if you are not a jazz base player.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      There's always a bit of Jazz bass in the mix;)

    • @sanakassara
      @sanakassara Před 2 lety

      @@AudioPilz Do you have the next piece of gear lined up already? Would it be at all possible to see you do the Korg i3 workstation?

  • @DJ_TideWave
    @DJ_TideWave Před 2 lety

    The weekend has landed! :) Another great episode of Bad Gear! :) I haven´t used my Monologue for a long time. Maybe it is time to use it again. Last time I used it was for making bass lines for a drum & bass track I made. It surely has its limitation, but it is a great synth for its price.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! DnB bass lines are certainly one of its strenghts

  • @strelokknoize
    @strelokknoize Před 2 lety +2

    As I wrote to the MicroKorg episode: the Monologue is (of course) no MicroKorg replacement, but for me it is exactly this. I'm sure it will be a legend one day. I really love this lil fella.

  • @dannyserrano1878
    @dannyserrano1878 Před 2 lety +3

    Can the Roland Gaia be considered BadGear?

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      It certainly can and it will eventually get the Bad Gear treatment

  • @uly1981
    @uly1981 Před 2 lety +4

    Admit it, the real reason for the delay is that Uli sued you for designating him to be the devil instead of god

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +3

      NFT drop of that meme so I can afford the lawyers;)

  • @toxic_death.117
    @toxic_death.117 Před 2 lety

    You saved me from MPX8, like day or two before purchase. In the meantime I bought Monologue cheaply and I learned how to operate. I hate 16 step sequencer without track mode too, otherwise it's definitely my cup of tea.
    PS On day one first thing I checked on my Monologue after unboxing was if knobs are wobbly... and you're the one who teached me to do so

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Wobble check is the most important one!

  • @K1llerTunes
    @K1llerTunes Před 2 lety

    I honestly love this little thing. It was my first synth and because of that i know it inside and out.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Great if it fits your workflow!

  • @pantov
    @pantov Před 2 lety +3

    please do the eventide h9000 in the next episode

    • @Aqua_1014
      @Aqua_1014 Před 2 lety

      Lmoa

    • @DowntownDigitalUK
      @DowntownDigitalUK Před 2 lety

      But but ...what about the monotribe :)

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Expensive episode;)

    • @secretelitemusic
      @secretelitemusic Před 2 lety

      @@AudioPilz Eventide will be watching like a hawk if you ever dare to review any of their gear. They be touchy.

    • @pantov
      @pantov Před 2 lety

      @@AudioPilz GUYS!! GIVE THIS POOR GUY A H9000!!

  • @whitelightenergydads
    @whitelightenergydads Před 2 lety +3

    monologue good

  • @grandiose_3392
    @grandiose_3392 Před 2 lety

    You’re spot on once again Pilz. The monologue was my first synthesizer. It blew me away ..until I got a minilogue! I feel like my volca keys makes better bass sounds than the monologue. Great video!

  • @odiroot
    @odiroot Před 2 lety +2

    I was always sceptical about Monologue. And now it appears here!

  • @rodmorrison47
    @rodmorrison47 Před 2 lety +1

    Worth the wait, I knew it. For a change, I don't have a Monologue but I do really want one. That aggressive quality is ideal for dystopian, John Foxx-style noodlings.

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      I just hit play on underpass;)

  • @fjfrancois
    @fjfrancois Před 2 lety +1

    I have the Prologue 8 and I Love it ❤, thanks for the video 👍

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! Never tried a Prologue!

    • @fjfrancois
      @fjfrancois Před 2 lety

      @@AudioPilz they sound good

  • @MarneusAndMilkyBlood
    @MarneusAndMilkyBlood Před 2 lety

    I have no stake in that game, but if this mono synth isn’t the one despite all the awesome things you showed you could do with it I’m almost scared of the day when you will find what you’re looking for!
    Amazing video as usual, thanks for your work!

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety

      Thank you!!! I really like the Doepfer MS404 for example;)

  • @superikone
    @superikone Před 2 lety

    What a good and funny clip again! Your musical skills are really impressing. By the way: that was another monosynth I've sold last year. Cause, as you said, it was not my "sound".

    • @AudioPilz
      @AudioPilz  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! Yeah, it's the way so many monos have to go

  • @CosmoStraaf
    @CosmoStraaf Před 2 lety

    GREAT demo as usual!!TX

  • @PodmornicaFTW
    @PodmornicaFTW Před 2 lety

    Ah yes, my usual Friday pilgrimage to the Audiopils channel has signaled the begging to yet another weekend.
    Much love

  • @jordimoraguesmassanet1179

    Nice touch with the Tron shots :)

  • @danhectic5629
    @danhectic5629 Před 2 lety

    just gonna say it- best episode ever! & i actually dig how it sounds- if you heard the type of junk i make you'd understand!