all-in-one synth?

[SacredDespair]

I've been looking for a good all-in-one type, all-around synth. I need this thing to do the keyboard, have decent drum machine sounds and do some sampling. I've looked at the Yamaha M08 Synthesizer Workstation and the Korg Triton. Would these do the trick? Are there any others that would be better or do the same thing and be cheaper? I'm on a limited budget, so cheap (pricewise) is good. Thank you in advance.

[bsr2002]

My opinion only, but choosing between the two I would pick the Triton only because I think the sequencer is easier and more user friendly to use.(others may differ). I owned lots of KORGS I use a KARMA and the new TR61 as part of my rig along with a Yamaha Motif-6. If your going for sounds I would choose the Motif. I got lucky and have the best of both worlds. Haha...

Take it for what it's worth,
Ben

[cortexx]

I have a Karma for sale if you are interested , it has the Ver2.0 software and is in spotless condition, drop me a PM if you want

[SacredDespair]

I'm looking for a pretty decent drum machine feature on the board and something that will play live, so yeah, good value there. Anything else?

[SacredDespair]

so does anyone else have any suggestions on a keyboard that will last me a long time and will "do it all"? I know nothing can really do it all, but I mean, the stuff I need from it.

[RCAGuy05]

Well if you literally mean all in one "synth", I've noticed with the Micron that its synth capabilities are beyond description, a built in sequencer that you can program beats to play while you play the keys, and it actually has a really nice lo-fi organ, and vintage e-piano, I personally see a Micron and 88 Weighted controller as a complete package in its own way.
Though for piano, B3 sounds you may wanna add an extra board.

[cortexx]

check out the roland fantom series , it's as close to a do it all synth if ever there was one , unless you have the cash for an oasis . The fantom now comes with the multitrack expansion software loaded when you buy it.

[SacredDespair]

Originally Posted by RCAGuy05

Well if you literally mean all in one "synth", I've noticed with the Micron that its synth capabilities are beyond description, a built in sequencer that you can program beats to play while you play the keys, and it actually has a really nice lo-fi organ, and vintage e-piano, I personally see a Micron and 88 Weighted controller as a complete package in its own way.
Though for piano, B3 sounds you may wanna add an extra board.

Could you explain (or direct me to something that could explain) how to use this combination? Like, how to use a small board(Micron) and a controller? It would be much appreciated.

[billisa]

Originally Posted by SacredDespair

Could you explain (or direct me to something that could explain) how to use this combination? Like, how to use a small board(Micron) and a controller? It would be much appreciated.

Just plug the controller, set on channel 1, into the Micron, via a MIDI cable. Start playing the Micron with the 88-key controller. You can also set up the controller so the knobs control the various parameters on the Micron.

[SacredDespair]

so if I was to go the Micron and Midi Controller route, would something like this work as the controller

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/produ...ler?sku=703607

Also, would it be worth shelling out more for the Alesis Ion or can the Micron handle it?

[blazingstrings]

SacredDespair, you do realise that the Micron is not a "Do it all synth" right?
Its mostly for analog synthesiser type sounds. Nothing realistic like a Piano or strings or drum sounds.

I would say yopu are best off with a Fantom or a Rom type synth. The new Korg X50 is pretty nice for around $700 plus it can be directly plugged into a PC by way of USB for MIDI Sequencing and such.

I think as usual you need to do your research more before you jump on a band waggon.

-Blaze

[noisewreck]

There is only one true "do-it-all" synth... The mighty Kurzweil K2600/K2661!

[blazingstrings]

Originally Posted by noisewreck

There is only one true "do-it-all" synth... The mighty Kurzweil K2600/K2661!

DAMN SKIPPY!

-Blaze

[johnny5dm]

Alright, I'm going to hop onto this thread and ask some questions of my own. I'm in the market for my first synth, but I really want to buy something that will LAST. Basically, future longevity is key. My requirements:

I need something that works as a piano. I.E., it's got to feel like a piano - fully weighted keys, good response, that sort of thing. It also has to sound as good as it can for the money. This is really near the top of my list of requirements.

I want something that will be easily expandable. Be it plug-in cards, rack samplers, whatever.

I like the idea of a workstation that has everything in easier-to-use setups, but I also like the idea of getting more sounds for the money, as you would with rack samplers and a controller.

My budget tops out at around $3000 or so, I'd say, which is enough for a Motif ES or Roland Fantom, or both if I go with the rack versions.

I do have a DAW, so recording in the keyboardisn't that huge of a deal to me.

So what do you guys think? Is the convenience/user friendliness of a workstation worth it? What about the extra features that are included?

Or should I just go with the controller/rackmount method to get the most sounds for the money?

Thanks!

jon

[brzilian]

Start your own thread if you actually want your questions answered.

[Lambo]

Originally Posted by noisewreck

There is only one true "do-it-all" synth... The mighty Kurzweil K2600/K2661!

Can't argue that point.

[cortexx]

Originally Posted by johnny5dm

Alright, I'm going to hop onto this thread and ask some questions of my own. I'm in the market for my first synth, but I really want to buy something that will LAST. Basically, future longevity is key. My requirements:

I need something that works as a piano. I.E., it's got to feel like a piano - fully weighted keys, good response, that sort of thing. It also has to sound as good as it can for the money. This is really near the top of my list of requirements.

I want something that will be easily expandable. Be it plug-in cards, rack samplers, whatever.

I like the idea of a workstation that has everything in easier-to-use setups, but I also like the idea of getting more sounds for the money, as you would with rack samplers and a controller.

My budget tops out at around $3000 or so, I'd say, which is enough for a Motif ES or Roland Fantom, or both if I go with the rack versions.

I do have a DAW, so recording in the keyboardisn't that huge of a deal to me.

So what do you guys think? Is the convenience/user friendliness of a workstation worth it? What about the extra features that are included?

Or should I just go with the controller/rackmount method to get the most sounds for the money?

Thanks!

jon

go for a fantom X8 if you want an everything keyboard with great hammeraction keys if you can afford to blow that much.

88 key triton exteme is also pretty cool but the keyboard is not quite as built as the roland .