Ah it's good to see you adopting the Volca unit of measurement
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
adopting? I dare say I invented it! until proven wrong of course
@Utkarsh_A
5 жыл бұрын
@@loopop Oh I know you invented it, by adopt I meant that you are adhering to it, reading back on it I can see that I worded it incorrectly
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
@@Utkarsh_A ha thanks!
@DannyTaurus
4 жыл бұрын
@@loopop It's the natural successor to the universal unit of measure known as the 'VHS tape' which, of course, falls mostly on deaf ears these days.
@joaquincareca9254
2 жыл бұрын
@@loopop can you use This together with neural dsp quad cortex into Eventide h9 ? Great content, Keep it up
@jvf6257
5 жыл бұрын
Without not doubt you are the best reviewer out there thx
@ImSquished
5 жыл бұрын
I've been watching your content for about a year. Absolutely my favorite channel on KZitem. Top notch.
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to write :)
@dr.feelicks2051
5 жыл бұрын
The angle of engagement you chose is perfect. I feel very informed on this device following your presentation. You have managed to move me from "I think I want" to " I want "
@hickscorp
5 жыл бұрын
My finger is hovering the buy button too...
@jackjackdaw5065
5 жыл бұрын
This is the synth for everyone who really loved programming their VCR.
@jefdamen2977
4 жыл бұрын
Cool it has showview? :p
@billodonnell4322
3 жыл бұрын
betamax or VHS?
@XIIMonkeysMusicGroup
4 жыл бұрын
Took me 2 months before I could finally build my own patches! Could not wrap my head around its logic for the longest time! Now it's fun!
@howardanderson3061
5 жыл бұрын
The Zoia has been on my “must get” list since it became available, your review has been super helpful....thanks I’m gettin’ one
@offsetb
4 жыл бұрын
Every vlogger on KZitem needs to take notes on this. What a thorough and well prepared review!
@JeffCfreeradiorevolution
5 жыл бұрын
I’m empressed!
@homeslice1479
4 жыл бұрын
I SEE WHAT YOU DID THERE
@Piplodocus
3 жыл бұрын
🥁
@NoirEtBlancVie
4 жыл бұрын
No one tell Loopop I use his videos to learn things........shhhhh lol ;)
@loopop
4 жыл бұрын
Totally an honor
@NicholasGreenwood
5 жыл бұрын
I could definitely see myself getting into the Zoia. It looked intimidating at first but is actually very thoughtfully laid out. And I love that you can make "custom" effects. Thank you for the great demo.
@greenmornings165
5 жыл бұрын
I have been waiting for this vid since the ZOIA came out. Thank you for your comprehensive and unbiased approach to talking about gear. It is very very helpful.
@hickscorp
5 жыл бұрын
As always, top quality review with unbiased pros and cons. Thanks!
@rocky_racoon3183
2 жыл бұрын
I am currently undergoing radio therapy treatment and have time to explore your channel, you really are the 'Mr Data' of sound world. This device is on my hit list as well, thanks
@loopop
2 жыл бұрын
Be well!
@chambre466
Жыл бұрын
You are simply the best. BTW, your video is the only one I could find that explains midi mapping. Even the dedicated video doesn't t explain the issue that easily understandable. Thanks a lot
@pthomas36
4 жыл бұрын
My brain almost exploded waiting for the Joe Walsh guitar to come back in over that initial riff...
@naumchomsky8840
5 жыл бұрын
Life's been good to Zoia so far.
@BrockDavisson
5 жыл бұрын
I love my ZOIA... can't be without it now!
@morganwebster6636
2 жыл бұрын
And again! Great demo/ instruction. I went to the local boutique music shop I found here in my neck of the woods and picked up ZOIA yesterday. Man oh man, this thing is so fun. More importantly, useful for me. Thanks for doing what you do. You are 4 of 4 video to me going out and purchasing gear ratio. Woooo hoooo. 🥳⚡️⚡️⚡️🎛🎚
@therealjackfisher
3 жыл бұрын
This is the coolest toy ever built. All that in one pedal. So much fun, so many features.
@JavaoftheLava
3 жыл бұрын
I saw this a while back and it just looked so different that I kept it in the back of my head since then. Watched this and decided to get one. It's almost perfect for my needs/wants, and the downsides that exist don't bother me enough to dissuade me. Great review man :)
@brianrio3607
5 жыл бұрын
Great review. 3 things did it for me: 1. A chance to test boutique sounds and see if you actually want the boutique pedal (lets not pretend that this is an either/or). As well as build your own versions and tweak existing boutique sounds. 2. Hadn’t seen anyone else demo that midi learn. Fantastic. 3. Demo after demo I’ve wondered why people aren’t putting their input top left and output top right. Its the little things.
@billodonnell4322
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent overview. I'm convinced. I've considered lots of alternatives: Poly Effects Beebo, Organelle M, Eventide H9 Max. The Zoia hits the sweet spot for me.
@MusicDiscoveryLab
4 жыл бұрын
"Life's been good to me so far!"
@MrMarcLaflamme
5 жыл бұрын
21:57 - changing the offset is such a helpful feature! Glad to see it implemented.
@CaidicusProductions
5 жыл бұрын
This thing is truly hard to wrap your head around. I am kind of cautiously interested in it, though I also worry it's complicated to use. :)) Thanks for the quality review and presentation, Loopop.
@tubeMonger
4 жыл бұрын
Zoooyyaa the Destrooyyyaa.
@SpaceDisco1
5 жыл бұрын
I finally understand what this thing is. :< Good job!
@Gibson1976uk
10 ай бұрын
Had my zioa for a bit and must say it’s probably the most interesting pedal! you tell it what to do!! and basic effects sound real nice! Wonderful for making ambience scapes
@RonCavagnaro
5 жыл бұрын
Zoia is great! As usual great content loopop
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Ron!
@DannoHung
5 жыл бұрын
Nice Joe Walsh riff in the intro
@MinPlanck
5 жыл бұрын
Excellent piece of kit. I get lost in mine for ages. Great vid, cheers!
@nelio123
Ай бұрын
This video is very helpful and thought through. Thank you!
@chriskincaid403
5 жыл бұрын
You're killin me with that Joe Walsh synth arp! I can't hear what you're saying cause I'm laughing so much.
@exitritual
5 жыл бұрын
Haha, I just had the same reaction.
@Roboprogs
5 жыл бұрын
Yep, 30 seconds in and I keep expecting the Life’s Been Good riff to kick in any moment 🤪
@continuousminer
4 жыл бұрын
what a treat
@subradial
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review and mind blowing piece of gear! looking forward to combine it with Magneto to create endless constantly evolving soundscapes!
@shatteredsquare
4 жыл бұрын
22:38, I think it makes it kinda fun, all you get is lights, but you get to hear the immediate result. Got to bust out the pen and paper and keep notes and what does what, this little thing is inspiring
@tahiche.
4 жыл бұрын
Probably not buying any of any of it, I just like watching your reviews. Extremely excellent reviewer you are, sir.
@edjwise
2 жыл бұрын
Howdy. A few years have passed. Zoia has received constant updates and has few or little bugs that I know of. A sampler module is on the way soon. Fantastic unit that is easier to program than it looks.
@deanivan3951
Жыл бұрын
I am so glad I bought it. I was going to buy mood but got Zoia last minute.This thing is incredible!
@johnnymidnight2982
5 жыл бұрын
I don't know about you, but life's been good to me so far.
@dr.feelicks2051
5 жыл бұрын
JW! Good one!!!
@ianeye68
5 жыл бұрын
you beat me to it.
@RicketyBread
5 жыл бұрын
Empress said they are keen to get sampling to work with zoias SD card in the future in a Facebook interview event they just want people to vote for it.
@facelessmule
5 жыл бұрын
Very informative review (as always) as far as the functionality goes, but what you only mention briefly is the *quality* of the effects provided. One would assume, as it's Empress, that these are going to be top-notch and for me that is one of the most important factors when differentiating it from other products that may offer similar functionality but lack the weight of Empress's DSP know-how. All digital delays, filters, distortions etc are not created equal by a long shot. Empress (to my mind) are known more for time-based effects such as reverb and delay - I wonder how the filters and distortion fx compare? I sold my Echolution Ultra-Pro to get this but haven't quite pulled the plug yet : )
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yep comparing filters and distortions is way out of the scope of this video. Maybe someone else could do that :/
@Individual_two
5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review! Sadly, Zoia reminds me of '90's-era digital synths where you are basically "building a patch in a bottle". Another warning light came on for me when I heard the "this Lite Reverb saves CPU", which means that the complexity of programs might be limited by the CPU used in Zoia. But kudos to the cats at Empress for coming up with a fresh take on all-in-one DSP effects pedal.
@thirdsmusic
5 жыл бұрын
Any open architecture platform will run into CPU limitations depending how far the user pushes the unit. I have been an ER-301 user for a few years now and Zoia seems to use the same approach. These types of units are not for everyone for sure but it is nice that they exist!
@Krantz984
4 жыл бұрын
"Warmolo" it's an awesome name for a patch
@ChromeGhost
4 жыл бұрын
Hey! ZOIA just demoed the same pedal in Eurorack format. I think it could make an interesting episode if you followed up on that new version.
@edenmeden
4 жыл бұрын
wtf dude this is like the last thing in the world that I needed to hear right now. I already can't afford this, let alone another for the rack hahahaha.
@riloh58
4 жыл бұрын
Too Future - That is awesome. What a time to be alive. Having briefly looked at what the Zoia EuroBuro has I can see a space for both of these, depending on your use case. And in my case I could see me using both. I will start with one (pedal) and see what happens.
@EntireHistory
Жыл бұрын
What about an update video showing all the new community patches and features! 🔥🧑🚒
@joeyfloress1131
4 жыл бұрын
Have you attempted controlling external synthesizers with Zoia’s internal midi sequencer?
@thechronicnoizeco.6675
4 жыл бұрын
I love the colours.
@Soundwrecker
4 жыл бұрын
Bluetooth and a nice app seems like it would make this a lot more fun to program.
@atzebumbazze5612
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your reviews,always enjoy them a lot,but costly to watch....now I must get a Zoia!
@RickySweum
4 жыл бұрын
Well done tutorial. This is a great bit of kit.
@aki_gong6271
11 ай бұрын
Great review. You just forgot naming the different modules on your patches ;)
@rdean150
5 жыл бұрын
Oooh can't wait to see the review of that Befaco MIDI controller. As for the Zoia - I'm intrigued but some of the caveats you mention may ultimately be the limitations that land the device on a shelf more often than in my rig. Things like simply having names or labels on fx and parameters. That's...kind of a big deal...
@stevebragg7914
5 жыл бұрын
Ryan Dean you can now change the name of a module, we have more usability features coming!
@thechronicnoizeco.6675
4 жыл бұрын
Would be awesome if it had USB midi and some sort of wifi/bluetooth control for an app or software.
@7177YT
5 жыл бұрын
Well done, lovely demo Loopop ! So.... Zoia or Organelle, which one? They kinda compete in the same niche no? Any thoughts appreciated!
@Utkarsh_A
5 жыл бұрын
I was quite sold on the Zoia until I saw the Organelle video, now I'm confused
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
yeah, there's quite a bit of overlap. Ideally you'd watch both videos and decide what speaks to you more. I'd say overall, the Organelle has better on board controls and interaction (four parameter control knobs, almost two octaves of the maple keys), and it's easier to get a grip of how to control patches because of the way the screen is used (Empress can improve Zoia there though). On the other hand, Zoia is easier to program if you want to make simple patches. There's still a learning curve for sure, but its modular patching system is way easier than Pure Data. That said, it doesn't "scale" as well as Pure Data for complex patches because as Zoia patches grow, it's harder to get a clear view of what's going on.
@Behnam_Moghaddam
5 жыл бұрын
@@Utkarsh_A would add the 1010music-blackbox to this list to be completely lost... actually: all three and three months in a lonesome cottage is all i'll ever want from life
@Behnam_Moghaddam
5 жыл бұрын
or maybe a bus powered Audio interface and bitwig on a laptop with touchscreen, continuum mini and a funky midi controller.... this channel drives me nuts...
@7177YT
5 жыл бұрын
@@loopopThats an insightful reply, though not that makes the choice any easier for me. lol (: I got a bit of pd background so I'm not daunted by it, but u know I see the enormous momentum Zoia got going on patchstorage and go hmmmmm.... I guess good for us both are available. (;
@jonbenge2418
5 жыл бұрын
Am I the only one that heard Joe Walsh's Life's Been Good talk box riff at 0:26 ?
@iNuchalHead
5 жыл бұрын
My Mazerati does 185....
@billodonnell4322
3 жыл бұрын
YES! Except that wasn't a talkbox. It was an arpeggiated synth.
@adrianschinoff2896
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats for your videos! you are the best..
@jberry5515
3 жыл бұрын
Lovin the Joe Walsh patch
@wajobu
5 жыл бұрын
“Life’s been good to me, so far...”
@LloydRobinson
5 жыл бұрын
I'm sold and will pre ordered. It reminds me the Organelle for how patchable it is. I'm buying the New one of those too.
@JansKanaal
4 жыл бұрын
Really impressed (empressed?) by the Zoia. But puzzled on which 'design your own' fx unit to buy. Any chance you're reviewing the Poly Digit/Beebo soon?
@loopop
4 жыл бұрын
I'm part of the beta and gave my feedback but unfortunately there are so many things going on I won't currently have time for a proper review (and frankly it's changing so fast it would be old by the time it's out!)
@patrickr6505
2 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking of getting the Zoia but worried that something more powerful and similar will come out and this will be old hat and will not get updates and support 😐
@rainybus7646
4 жыл бұрын
I feel like if they had just managed to fit a couple regular, assignable knobs/sliders/buttons to the box it would be immediately more playable, but still an incredible device
@Stadsjaap
5 жыл бұрын
Wait... a Space Invader at 5:24? Just take my money already...
@planzed463
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome review man, thank you! When using this with guitar or bass what’s the tracking like?
@frankfrank7921
4 жыл бұрын
21st century meet the 1990s where we did all of our patch editing from a tiny screen on the front of the unit. It was tedious and inefficient and that's why people started creating software editor/librarians. Without one, ZOIA ia a nice little anachronism. This in no way disparages your review, it was very informative.
@Bork_In_Volcanic
3 жыл бұрын
Its more for Dawless or even weird DJ setups.
@DefinitelyNot5Dogs
4 жыл бұрын
Somehow I fall into all three categories mentioned at the beginning
@MattiaPiola
4 жыл бұрын
I know, right? Same here!
@jyryhalonen4990
4 жыл бұрын
Same, Exactly why I'm really considering it over other stuff
@stagnatic
4 жыл бұрын
Not sure if anyone has mentioned it already in the comments, but how might one compare contrast with the Critter & Guitari Organelle?
@ELACEBAL
3 жыл бұрын
Im thinking about buying a Zoia or an Organelle. Since they are able to do similar things I know that the concept of both machines are totally different. So what Im looking for most of all is granular (synthesis/sampling) and get inspired with some different sound beyond delays reverbs and modulationsnin my studio (not for live performing necessarily). It seems that the sound quality of Zoia is quite better than the Organelle but what I really miss in Zoia is some knobs for real time manipulating audio. So could you please help me to make a right decision? What would you recommend me? Thanks a lot for all!!
@shitmandood
5 жыл бұрын
So it's a boutique pedals killer. I didn't hear any examples exactly of how it would sound like a Mood or one of the other boutique pedals though. Would've been nice to hear, perhaps you can follow-on with a comparison video? Also as far as multi-effects guitar pedals go, the Empress is perfectly priced. It seems to be about the price of a great boutique pedal, but lower than most of the larger brand multi-effects pedal solutions out there, that wouldn't touch boutique sounds. Very interesting.
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
No one has made a MOOD patch on it yet but I demo a Shallow Water patch which sounds quite nice in the video
@minutesofsleep1124
5 жыл бұрын
@@loopop Turns out someone did! :) patchstorage.com/moody-afternoon-a-take-on-some-moody-stuff/
@thirdsmusic
5 жыл бұрын
So I suppose a review of the VCMC is incoming? Kinda weird IMO that you are using it in a demo video before it is officially released.
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
No review planned for now - i think it’s being released soon but this is an early beta - not final. That said, it’s size is perfect for me as a general midi controller so you’ll probably be seeing it more - sorry if it’s weird...
@TheAtheistworld
Жыл бұрын
Guys, what looper pedal allows to record a sound ONLY while momentary switch is being pressed down?? And then replay that sound with many various smooth cross fading options available. Also reverse replay and other cool tricks would be a bonus. Can this zoia do all that?? Any suggestions?? Big thanks!!
@deepseadiver8191
3 жыл бұрын
Will go bankrupt watching your videos. It's a great video!
@ProckGnosis
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Loo(p)...great job as always. I've been pretty fascinated by the ZOIA, and given the price, I'll VERY likely splurge on one in the next few months. Also love the community mentality of creating and sharing patches. Hopefully someone else can create a software editor to help with the more complicated patches, but even without it, it's pretty cool.
@claudiostano
5 жыл бұрын
best reviewer !
@Algoritmarte
3 жыл бұрын
Great video! You should review th Poly Effects Beebo and compare it to the Zoia ...
@vicesquadpunk
3 жыл бұрын
You sound EXACTLY like the guitarist Bumblefoot ✊️😊
@howardanderson3061
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another amazing and super informative Review. The Zoia has about the same amount of moves than other multi effects unit. Do you have any midi controller suggestions?
@loopop
3 жыл бұрын
Howard Anderson I like controllers that show parameter names on screen like the EC4
@howardanderson3061
3 жыл бұрын
@@loopop Thank you so much! I will check it out!
@edgarm6017
4 жыл бұрын
Anyone know what stand is being used?
@carlosjroldan1953
3 жыл бұрын
u should have a billion subs ☆☆☆☆☆
@AdamsBrew78
5 жыл бұрын
How do the Zoia reverbs compare to Empress?
@LimGiong
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@mooseinbeesocks2700
4 жыл бұрын
Yooo that NIN Cover sounded cash
@hmosc
5 жыл бұрын
What is the Befaco module you are using for faders? I don’t recognize it. As always, great and very instructive video. Thanks...
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It's VCMC - it's coming out soon (this is a beta version for testing)
@hmosc
5 жыл бұрын
loopop I can guess -- Voltage Controlled MIDI Control
@geephlips
5 жыл бұрын
You didn’t mention the most obvious competitor to the Zoia. The iPad, running apps in a host like AUM, does everything that Zoia does and much more, with the added benefit of a much bigger screen, knob per function, touch interface, easier setup of effect chains, third-party developers like Moog, Audio Damage, Eventide, Fab Filter, Arturia, Korg, the list is endless.
@JeffCfreeradiorevolution
5 жыл бұрын
He’s right you know...👆
@holotropik
5 жыл бұрын
Yep this is what I ended up doing. 👍😎
@davidbraden9086
5 жыл бұрын
you cant have an ipad on your pedalboard
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
I mentioned VCVRack, Reaktor and others, and iPad certainly qualifies. iPad has a great touch screen interface, but no physical knobs or connectors (not even headphone jack these days). But it's certainly a fantastic music production environment regardless and indeed a great alternative
@korneykretov4668
5 жыл бұрын
Latency and no real modulatiry
@quinxx12
6 ай бұрын
What's the fader eurorack module u used to control parameters of the Zoia? Looks neat as well
@loopop
6 ай бұрын
VCMC by Befaco if I remember correctly
@kisho2679
4 жыл бұрын
would be helpful seeing a comparing video with the "mod duo dwarft"
@TheRealSasquatch
5 жыл бұрын
not for me - that user interface just doesn't appeal
@emilianoibarra3537
Жыл бұрын
how can i add a tap tempo function to use zoia as an effects unit? audio in ---> tap tempo ---> effect ---> audio out?
@effebidi9677
Жыл бұрын
As I see that one layout can load 64 patches at time and there is midi IN/OUT , can Zoia effect different tracks from a groovebox if we give to it one patch per channel? So, is it possible to effect , because of Midi, let's say 16 tracks contemporary even if the audio stereo-IN is just one ?
@Judasz696
9 ай бұрын
Can you controll it with Cc with a midi controller?
@jonwatte4293
5 жыл бұрын
Someone needs to stick Reaktor on a raspberry pi with a touch screen in a box. It's the obvious better interface, and could hit this price point.
@holocaustxlx2819
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I want one 🤘
4 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Great pedal that now exists in Eurorack format. I agree with the “cons”. In other hand, what about VCMC? Is it worth? could you please make some comparative about midi controllers? thanks
@SonicCircuitry
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! Looks like Zoia is an amazing FX processor with tons of possibilities. However, I don't think it can replace Eurorack modular. The fun of quick patching and trying out ideas seems to be something the Zoia can't do, even though I think you could create great patches with it.
@wimeik
5 жыл бұрын
Hey, I love your videos! I recently bought an H9 after watching you review it, but now I kind of want to sell it & buy the ZOIA. Can you recommend which one you prefer?
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! That’s a very tough one! H9 is amazing - what I prefer doesn’t matter much - it’s what you like better. Personally I‘m not planning on parting with either.
@peterjessop1878
5 жыл бұрын
I have both. They compliment each other well
@RobinParmar
5 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video from you, Mr. Loop! Very clearly explained. It's a real shame that this incredible unit was shoved into a footpedal format, when it is much more likely to be used on the desktop. Instead of the stomp switches, a slightly larger form factor would have allowed for four (Organelle) or six (Octatrack, MicroMonsta, etc.) encoders. Then each one could immediately control a parameter for the given patch. (Of course with expression inputs, even such a "desktop" unit could be adapted for the foot.)
@FlyingBeerman
5 жыл бұрын
It's designed to compete with the Eventide H9 which is a very popular unit for touring musicians. The Eventide H9 is also a pain to program, but is also designed to take up very little space and a performer can just click through his/her presets as they go through their set list. That's why it's in a smaller form factor and with foot controls, so it's easier to tour with.
@RobinParmar
5 жыл бұрын
@@FlyingBeerman Except that the H9 is used mostly for the presets by guitarists who aren't going to program it. If the ZOIA is going for the same market, it's got about 40 buttons too many. :-)
@peterjessop1878
5 жыл бұрын
I bought the Zoia specifically because it is in a pedal format. As a guitarist it allows me to design fx and play synths and control them with my my feet. If I need extra knobs for manipulation on the fly I use a small midi controller. You can do the same thing using it on a desktop so sorry I don’t see the problem.
@RobinParmar
5 жыл бұрын
@@peterjessop1878 The problem is that extra controller, and the fact that the MIDI implementation is clunky as Mr. Loop pointed out.
@peterjessop1878
5 жыл бұрын
@@RobinParmar Actually midi implementation is really easy now especially with the midi learn facility, but I accept the box is not for everyone and they may make a bigger version in the future of course.
@Gary-zq3pz
Жыл бұрын
One of the few products I've ever seen that exceeds expectations. It just might be concrete proof of Alien Contact( how else did they get EVERYTHING into one little box?).
@wolfgangdevries127
Жыл бұрын
Weird, huh? 📡👽
@pedrozoia5426
2 жыл бұрын
thats me
@philsznyck3576
3 жыл бұрын
What I didn't get: are both the inputs stereo, so you have 4 ins or are the inputs mono and you've got stereo in a sum?
@DavidZisa
5 жыл бұрын
Great review, probably not the device for me. But can we get a closer look at that Befaco CV to MIDI module!?!?!
@loopop
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yes - I’ll use VCMC a bit more in a few weeks - the firmware is still being worked on and this hardware isn’t the final version.
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