The DX21 is a very complicated little keyboard. It takes many hours to figure out how to program it and play it well. But once you get there, it sounds incredible. Underrated.
@iwanttocomplain
Ай бұрын
I don't know if I have whole entire hours! lol.
@FailedMuso
4 жыл бұрын
A great demonstration as to why people should never dismiss 4-Op FM synthesizers! Brilliant little demo :-)
@willfomes406
3 жыл бұрын
What about 2-op FM synths like the Yamaha PSS-270?
@mrstephenpariah
2 жыл бұрын
@@willfomes406 They are excellent too.
@norjia
Жыл бұрын
good thing the Reface DX exists then :P
@rachelar
Жыл бұрын
@@willfomes406 😂
@rachelar
Жыл бұрын
Oh you can, it's just the DX21 has chorus and layering which they really need IMHO. Also this guy has done a good job programming against the tide of umpteen insipid electric piano presets
@TrazomGV
Жыл бұрын
This was my first serious synth. I was teenager at the time and I spent hours on digging into its architecture to create all sounds from famous hits from top-charts in the eighties. It was indeed cheaper version of the famous DX7, but offered huge versatility in sound editing. I remember coming close even to some analogue sounds from synth kings of the time such as Jupiter or Juno, Polysix or JX3P. This clip reminds me again of how good this synth was, despite its lack of touch sensitive keyboard. But with appliance of MIDI its sound generator could enable key velocity when connected to another sensitive keyboard. I replaced it later with Kawai K4, completely different sounding synth, much more advanced in total musical output.
@MrSmithUK
Жыл бұрын
I’ve never heard a 4-op DX sound sooooo good. Excellent demo, working to its strengths. Best 5 minutes I’ve spent on KZitem in years.
@iwanttocomplain
Ай бұрын
I wonder which filters he used.
@pennywiser9607
3 жыл бұрын
4 operators is all it takes. It has all the sonic beauty of the 6-OP DX7
@McSynth
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. You make the 21 sound brilliant. I'd always dismissed the 21 as being only worthwhile for bass - I was wrong. Fab sounds, fab demo !
@MetricNotStandard
2 жыл бұрын
I love the dx21. It’s a very capable fm synthesizer, and the A/B blend makes this thing a beast. Great patches my friend!
@adamharris7775
Жыл бұрын
The Yamaha DX21 patch "Pianobells" was heard in some 1987 The Rockets song.
@MattWhitehead80
2 ай бұрын
These are so cheap on the second hand market. I bought one recently for £80 and replace the LCD with backlit Oled screen, easy. This is such a great video.
@SacredSolfeggio
Жыл бұрын
Most owners who do decent patches ignore others pleas for sharing. They are guardians the secrets of the universe. 😢
@dpalaoro
11 ай бұрын
haha yep. 😂 All the good videos on KZitem, do not offer their patches. 😢
@Casio61
4 жыл бұрын
Still got mine in the garage. I'm inspired now to get it out after god knows how long, brush the spiders off and plug it in...
@user-nv9us7bb4y
Жыл бұрын
the sound is still relevant
@AndrewSink
Жыл бұрын
Wow, amazing work with this video! I just got one of these synths as a birthday present; can't wait to dive in and see what it's capable of!
@pcuimac
Жыл бұрын
Just restored a YS200 to all his glory! Got a second one in even worse shape, but will clean it up and replace all the switches, display and the volume poti. Have one black key to repair since there are no more replacements to get. Now I will have to load that YS editor and tru out all these thousands of sounds people created over the last 35 years. :D
@flexokorg1
9 ай бұрын
Verry good!! Amazing sounds 🎹🎹🍻🍺👍👍
@JasonMcFly
4 жыл бұрын
Holy smokes.... sublime tones! I bought mine off Craigs for $50, mint with original paper manual books. I had a DX100 many years ago and I'm so happy to have a similar piece again.
@RANDOMLOOPGENERATOR
2 жыл бұрын
I had the 100 for nearly 20 years, my second synth after a Korg Polysix. Picked up a DX-21 a few years ago and have only recently replaced the internal memory battery, such a wonderful synth! Long live the DX!
@BladelockAPL
2 жыл бұрын
Great demo, sounds GREAT👍
@TLGElectro
3 жыл бұрын
My Dx21 does not sound like that!! Mine sounds awful! Your patches are fantastic. 👍🏼
@mh22xv
8 ай бұрын
Sounds aweso
@iamkeiju6756
Жыл бұрын
wow. inspirong sounds. thanks
@elvissanchez8985
2 жыл бұрын
Great patches and playing!
@rot_studios
11 ай бұрын
666th like. Perfection for a perfect sounding synthesizer. You really make those 4 operators SING!
@opeksei
2 жыл бұрын
Lovely tones!
@dpalaoro
11 ай бұрын
sounds like some KID A at the end. ❤
@ringtangting
10 ай бұрын
01:08 is wonderful
@CO5MA
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent demo!
@jonhollinsworth8785
2 жыл бұрын
Had mine for 10 years cost £8 with a jack and stand. Amazing little thing! Great demo
@glenesis
2 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous demo, thank you. I recently snagged a TX81z, and this is inspiring me to dive in :) Cheese 😁
@smellymala3103
Жыл бұрын
Wow, alright, I will be going straight to the Amazon app to order that battery then.
@caseyroot3681
3 жыл бұрын
love that patch at 2:25. Did you make that?
@TomarKyril
3 жыл бұрын
I just got my DX21 yesterday. Would you agree to sell or share your patches ? Please !!!! It would be nice 🙏
@dennisneo1608
Ай бұрын
Obviously the answer was no.
@henryblanchard4166
Жыл бұрын
Rad are these sounds all the original internal presets? Including the reverb? I’m considering buying one of these used.
@RetroPlus
3 жыл бұрын
Pretty sweet
@neonvoid
Жыл бұрын
4:20 fantastic
@ModularOpenClub
Жыл бұрын
BOC theme !
@neonvoid
Жыл бұрын
@@ModularOpenClub Radiohead/Pyramid song? :)
@alonsol2344
2 жыл бұрын
Any advise on how to get the patch at 01:43 ?
@tomdwij
7 ай бұрын
Hi, lovely patches, are they up for purchase ?
@stevehanlon7627
Жыл бұрын
what is the effects processor? this is not dry.
@Maxat_Ospanov
2 жыл бұрын
Hello. As an aspiring composer, I am very interested in analog vintage and FM synthesizers. And even now there is a noticeable trend, in modern songs, for nostalgia for sounds from the 80s. I was looking for DX7 in my country, I did not find it. But there is a dx21 on sale (for $250). Since you have dealt with it, you can tell what are the differences (especially in sound) from the legendary Dx7. According to comparisons on KZitem, it is difficult to notice the differences, I take into account how KZitem compresses the sound quality. (Google Translate)
@craigsurette3438
2 жыл бұрын
I am not the OP but i have owned/used both synths and a lot of other FM synths from the era The DX21 was designed to be an affordable alternative to the DX7 It uses a cut back 4operator version of FM synthesis, vs the 6 operator version the DX7 uses and cheaper D/A converters on the output. This leads to less flexible synthesis options on the DX21, and a slightly thinner more brittle and more prone to ailiasing and artifacts tone than the DX7 The DX21 also has a cheaper keyboard that lacks velocity and aftertouch which is a shame, because many of DXstyle FM's strengths show up best in the nuanced response to velocity etc when the synth is played I would wait for a DX7, and in the meantime I would check out the free VST Dexed, which is a near exact copy of a DX7 that can be used as an editor and librarian for the synth and has a much easier programming interface than the original DX7 front panel Also try looking for a SY77 or 99. They are Yamaha's flagship workstation synths from the very early 90s , which use a vastly expanded version of the DX7 style FM engine mixed with sampled waveforms, and runs them through a decent effects processor. They sound superb. They also have a top notch sequencer and drum machine built in as well as a top of the line keyboard. They are in essence an entire 80s studio in a keyboard, and go for less than 500$ usually
@Jerkcurb1
2 жыл бұрын
@@craigsurette3438 Many thanks for this information
@harveyjones4002
4 жыл бұрын
Amazing. How many operators does it have? I have the DX100 which has 4 operators and hoping I can get similar sounds from it. What do you think? Thanks
@BlackBlofeld
4 жыл бұрын
4 Operators / 8 Algorithms
@formthewave662
4 жыл бұрын
It has same amount of operators and algorithms as DX100 so you should be able to reproduce all sounds from dx21. The difference between those two is that DX21 has built-in chorus and Dual Mode which allows you to layer two presets.
@harveyjones4002
4 жыл бұрын
@@formthewave662 Nice one thanks for the reply. Did you make this patch yourself? I've got the max for live editor for Ableton so trying my best to make nice pads but can't quite get them as lush as yours. Any pointers for writing a patch? THanks
@formthewave662
4 жыл бұрын
@@harveyjones4002 Some of these patches are made by myself for example first one, but some are factory presets. To make it more lush I recommend you using built in plugin in Ableton called Echo. I really like its sound and the best thing is you can add modulation to delayed sound inside this plugin which makes it more lush.
@matthewchandelier2870
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing sounds! Is that first patch using the layered mode or is it a single patch? Was wondering if it would be possible to get a similar sound on the dx100?
@formthewave662
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! All patches are in single mode.
@nathanielweise9932
3 жыл бұрын
@@formthewave662 would you ever consider uploading a tutorial about some of these patches? I'd love to see your thought processes when building in this architecture
@formthewave662
3 жыл бұрын
@@nathanielweise9932 Not bad idea. What patches would you like to see?
@maxfeeney7277
2 жыл бұрын
@@formthewave662 the brasses !
@rot_studios
11 ай бұрын
@@formthewave662 if you ever get around to that tutorial, definitely the first patch :)
@drummerboy918
Жыл бұрын
Would you be interested in selling these patches?
@ideologikal
4 жыл бұрын
Nice for new age muzik
@rolandogomez6874
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, my friend. Nice sounds. I need your help, because my Yamaha DX-21 lost your sounds when I chenged CR2016 3V lithium Battery. How I can get sounds again? Can be another keyboard sounds?
@tylereat
2 жыл бұрын
This happened to me and I don’t remember exactly how I did it, but it should be in the manual. If I remember I will let you know, but it can be done
@natemayorga
7 ай бұрын
Do you have these patches available for sale?
@fritz3802
4 жыл бұрын
Damn why did a get a Yamaha psr 36 instead of this??
@chasefive5
4 жыл бұрын
psr-36 gang
@Einnor084
3 жыл бұрын
Itz not 2 late, Fritz. I got a DX-21 off of E-Bay, even tho I still had my 1st keyboard..... a DX-27
@bingzhewang5215
2 жыл бұрын
i love all patches!!!how to buy it!!thanks
@GeyloFollen
4 жыл бұрын
very good
@daeone1514
2 жыл бұрын
That sounds like good drugs. I seen one with speakers, the S model for 125 bucks
@richardnorseevans1554
4 жыл бұрын
Are these presets or custom patches? I have an option to buy a DX21 and just doing some research.
@RANDOMLOOPGENERATOR
4 жыл бұрын
Hope you bought it, it's a fantastic synth to play and program.
@formthewave662
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, these are mostly presets but some of them are my custom patches.
@pyshmusic
3 жыл бұрын
@@formthewave662 Could u share them ?
@bingzhewang5215
2 жыл бұрын
@Form the Wave sound so good !!Could u share for me thanks
@aaroncarroll9942
Жыл бұрын
Is there reverb on here or is this stock? sounds wonderful
@fantasyproduct1042
Жыл бұрын
Reverb
@sterloincee
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing...Can you tell me how? lol
@wearashirt
2 жыл бұрын
what's the noise to signal ratio on your dx21?
@krzysztofwaclawski9002
Жыл бұрын
Hi, how diffrent is it from dx27? Also, does the pc editor exist for these? Can you shere these sysexes?
@kurtisdewhite4628
3 жыл бұрын
Is there a difference with the dx27 ? Where did you get your patches ?
@iixorb
3 жыл бұрын
The DX21 has a nice chorus & layering feature, whereas the DX27/DX100 don't. But otherwise as far as the 4-op 8 Algorithm, 8 note polyphonic engine goes, they are the same. The video here is made all the more impressive with some nice use of reverb etc. Dry, the DX series - including the DX7 - are fairly bland.... but once you put some effects onto any of them, they really do stand out, as demonstrated well here. This is Synthesis at work; no 'ROMpling' here :-)
@kurtisdewhite4628
3 жыл бұрын
@@iixorb thanks so much for you very detailed reply
@monx
3 жыл бұрын
Can you add info about your outboard effects in the description?
@formthewave662
3 жыл бұрын
Just stock echo from Ableton and Valhalla VintageVerb.
@ladiesman619_
3 жыл бұрын
woah are this custom patches or prestes? they sound great
@formthewave662
3 жыл бұрын
Some of them are mine, other are factory presets.
@tukimono
3 жыл бұрын
@@formthewave662 would you sell o share it? Your audience would be for ever grateful
@DiscoTetak
4 жыл бұрын
I love the sounds! Can they be reproduced on DX7?
@formthewave662
4 жыл бұрын
Sure, they can. You can get even better sounds from DX7.
@DeejayGabOfficial
3 жыл бұрын
Those sounds are very nice compared to the factory ones in the original DX7! But programming those synths are not easy!
@solomonking3385
3 жыл бұрын
Can i have this from DX27?
@Einnor084
3 жыл бұрын
@@solomonking3385 Basically same synth. Da DX21 has a few xtra capabilitiez. #1. U can split da keyboard or mix 2 soundz #2.There iz a built n Chorus effect. Da DX27/DX100, have da ability 2 pitchbend da highest, or lowest note n a chord, n case ur n2 imitating guitar lickz. Otha than those differencez, same 4 operator, 8 algorithm configurationz, FM digital synth ngine. NO PROB!
@jackcimino8822
2 жыл бұрын
But the DX21 has better feedback than the DX7
@duynguyenkhanh9719
Жыл бұрын
can this dx21 be used as a midi controller for pc
@igorcarvalhopadilhaandrade5886
11 ай бұрын
🤠✌🏻CLÁSSICO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🤠✌🏻
@alinbate4580
2 жыл бұрын
Where I can find the first patch? Or parameters for it...is great :)
@thomasmitchellgallo7585
Ай бұрын
What reverb are you using?
@formthewave662
Ай бұрын
Hi, mainly Valhalla Vintage Verb, on some patches also Ableton's Echo :)
@raulacevedo-esteves9493
Жыл бұрын
Are the patches available?
@piercem26
Жыл бұрын
Are you willing to sell your patches?
@ivanvidal3279
3 жыл бұрын
Alguien sabe si ese teclado tiene sensibilidad en las teclas ?
@usaroman
2 жыл бұрын
No tiene sensitividad / no velocity / pocos saben que tiene un modulador vocal que responde a la presión del aire y esto agrega expresividad al sonido.
@SacredSolfeggio
Жыл бұрын
El teclado no responde a velocity pero si lo controllas via midi con un teclado que tenga sensibilidad y aparte hay que programar parámetros del DX21 para que responda. Ambos portador y modulador pueden ser programados independientemente para responder a volumen y brillantez. Todo esta descrito en el manual pdf.
@Thundercube_Music
4 жыл бұрын
Any effects on this?
@formthewave662
4 жыл бұрын
There is Valhalla VintageVerb and on first two patches Echo from Ableton.
@Thundercube_Music
4 жыл бұрын
@@formthewave662 I'm definitely going to have to get some Valhalla plug-ins. I've heard their shimmer plugin as well but I've never used any. Sounds amazing!
@simaojoseph
3 жыл бұрын
What are fx you’re using?
@formthewave662
3 жыл бұрын
Stock Echo from Ableton and Valhalla VintageVerb
@LostInFunk
4 жыл бұрын
What is the difference between a DX21 and a DX7?
@formthewave662
4 жыл бұрын
Dx21 has just 4 operators Dx7 has 8.
@FailedMuso
4 жыл бұрын
@@formthewave662 DX7 has 6 operators :) (and a much nicer keybed)
@RANDOMLOOPGENERATOR
4 жыл бұрын
This is fantastic in dual mode, also has split mode and a great Juno-esque Chorus.
@Roboprogs
4 жыл бұрын
The DX21 is bitimbral, and will split or layer, unlike the original DX7 “mark I”. That’s where its pluses end. No velocity, so it doesn’t respond to how hard/fast you press the keys. Also, no aftertouch. Only 8 note polyphony, vs 16 notes on the DX7. Using the layer feature takes that down to 4 notes. The 4 vs 6 operator difference means less ability to put “transients” or “filter sweep” (emulation) type of accents in your patches. Edit: no velocity sensitivity on the keys. It can respond to velocity from MIDI input. Also, you can simulate aftertouch with a breath controller.
@EuroDJ
3 жыл бұрын
and DX7 without analog Chorus ;)
@madblessings
3 жыл бұрын
omg
@fanfanbrasil
3 жыл бұрын
Sintetizador de verdade é o DX 7 Este pra mim é lixo.
@KaffiFlight
4 жыл бұрын
With tons of FX every crap can sound nice.
@KaffiFlight
4 жыл бұрын
Oh, you liked my comment? I thank you, but my comment did not really support your point of view. I never took the DX21 for serious, because there were way better sounding intruments on the market back then, for the same price, and today - if I had the choice - there are still some other FM-related instruments available that have more juice under the hood - and fuller basic sound, still in the same price-range. But well, as a reference for history and enthusiasts, it seems you have a nice piece of hardware in good condition in your hands.
@biggrime
4 жыл бұрын
I can get one for $200 with a compressor rack unit. Really considered get it. Even at $200 still think its not worth it?
@KaffiFlight
4 жыл бұрын
@@biggrime I can´t tell you, you have to think what you want and decide. 200 is not bad, but... one thought: For around 300,- you get a new DX Reface, wich is the DX7 in mini. Seems to sound really good AND has FX included. And it´s new, means you have warranty. Maybe you already can get one of those used for less.
@biggrime
4 жыл бұрын
@@KaffiFlight yea i see your point. Honestly I dont need it. I have a Korg kronos with the Mod-7 engine but its hard passing deals up with it s deal lol thanks for the quick reply
@FailedMuso
4 жыл бұрын
KaffiFlight The Reface DX is not a mini DX7. It is only 4 Operator so is more like a mini DX21 or DX11, both of which have some FX built in plus full size keyboards.
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