Whatever else synths are able to do, there's nothing they do better than little 4 bar progressions like this with a nice pad, a simple bass line, and an arpeggio. Judging by this, you're a man after my own heart.
Thank you for this. I 'accidentally' bought a Monopoly recently having always had a vague hankering for one since the 80's when I bought other gear and couldn't get one of these also, and I've been amazed at its sound. It's surpassed all my expectations. You've helped me confirm my feelings. It's something very special and punches way above even the high expectations anyone might have. Genuine vintage classic which is reliable and sounds equally at home in 2019 - nothing to compare it to except this I suppose ... I'm supremely happy with this accident. Thanks for this comparison - really appreciate it ;)
Thank you! I think the silky filter and the nice envelope curve is what separates the two synths in this comparison. The difference really shows in the resonance heavy sweep pad.
I have both. Very different synths. The Pro 2 is a really capable modern synth, but it's no Mono/Poly. While the Pro 2 has more capability (Hi Pass Filter, lots of modulation routing, etc), the Mono/Poly also has a fair amount of modulation capability. Sadly, it has no HPF. While the Pro 2 sounds really nice - esp when you want an aggressive sound thanx to the on-board distortion and gnarly digital oscillators, the Mono/Poly is simply far better sounding to my ears. And, it's a bargain. You can find them used for $2K or less. The Mono/Poly is perhaps the most under-rated vintage analog synth around. It ABSOLUTELY holds its own against the very best, and at a very reasonable price. Reliable (from a service standpoint), stable from a tuning standpoint, FAT as can be, and with a beautiful SSM Filter, the MP is simply sublime. Along with the Roland SH5 (way more money) and the Jupiter 4 (also more money), the MonoPoly is one of my fav's.
You, my friend, rock. I know this is a comparison, but I love the effect of having two synths playing the same line, trying to sound identical, but with their own vibe. I'm stealing that.
Most of all I truly dig the track! No surprise I prefer the MonoPoly's sound. Fat and soft and the track comes alive most with it. The Pro 2 has some bite though and the attack in the bass cuts through a bit more, but the overall winner is the fantastic MP! Bra sammenligning! :)
Takk, takk! Seems like we agree. I like the attack of the Pro 2 bass as well. If this was one of my normal songs and not a demo, I would probably go for the Pro 2 bass sound.
I think this video asserts a few options for folks wanting a Mono Poly for its sound. The Pro 2 is very similar in filter and more. You can easily get those sounds with a modern synth. The Pro 2 wins for being new with CV and comprehensive MIDI, but the MonoPoly wins for having those big knobs and wide space between them. Good video!
I had a Pro 2 for a while but sold it because I didn't like the sound. In this audio clip I could pick out every Pro 2 clip because of it's character (just look for stale or dead sound). And for me the basic sound of the is way more important than modulation capabilities or sequencers.
I see your point. The Mono/Poly sounds more "alive". Anyway, I like the sound of the Pro 2 and it's a very good tool to have in the studio. In live situations it's a much more reliable instrument than the Mono/Poly. I also love the 2nd filter which is not featured in this video at all.
"Many people do not realise that the output from a DCO is 100% analogue. The waveshapes are generated in the same way as in a VCO, starting with charging a capacitor. The only difference is a DCO's frequency is controlled digitally, a VCO's frequency is controlled via a control voltage. "A DCO has the advantage of stability; it does not drift like VCOs do. You can make it as accurate or inaccurate as you want since we always include a 'slop' control." www.musicradar.com/news/tech/interview-dave-smith-on-synth-innovation-and-the-latest-from-dsi-614198
I never would have thought they'd be this close. A little EQ (tad more low, tad less top) and maybe a touch of drive and the Pro2 would be almost indistinguishable. As it is, the differences are less than 2%. WOW.
Very similar indeed! However it's easier to come up with interesting sounds quick on the Mono/Poly. Now I know that if I had detuned the oscillators on the Pro2 more, it would be much closer. The Mono/Poly sounds more loose and less focused (especially the bass), and I like that.
@@eivindengedal9830 The Mono/Poly has some upsides for sure (I owned one for years, the x-mod/sync is unique and face-shredding). However, the Pro2 has SO MUCH modulation possibility.... I think the Pro2 just went on my list.
Thank you! Interesting to see how the Pro 2 compare to a vintage synth in a production. In hindsight, I have found ways to make the Pro 2 sound even closer to the M/P, but there is still a difference. Considering the repair costs on the M/P and the small difference in sound, I sometimes think about selling the M/P. But after dialling in an arp and drenching it in reverb and delay, I always decide to keep it. The "effect" section on the M/P (which I don't even touch in this demo) is also really special. It delivers dirty analog FM-sounds and effects. The Pro 2 is also a keeper, being a versatile workhorse while having a unique personality as well.
This is great! What an excellent song to demonstrate the Korg Mono/Poly. I just found out that Behringer trademarked the name, so they're going to make one soon. Thanks for the music! Sam.
Nice piece, very enjoyable, need a longer version! I do prefer the sound of the Korg in the video to the Dave Smith machine, but they work quite well together. Back in the day I plumped for a Pro-1 over the Korg when I had the choice as it had a sequencer! A few years back I finally picked up a MonoPoly and was blown away by it, really love sound and whole vibe of it. I still have that original Pro-1, but I do think I missed out, the Korg is really something special, even compared to the Sequential.
I know! There really isn't something quite like it. The "poly-mode", running all the oscillators at once and dialing in the detune-knob - really special. Soft and musical. I sure believe there's a place for the Pro-1 when you need some aggressive and more focused sound, though.
Whatever else synths are able to do, there's nothing they do better than little 4 bar progressions like this with a nice pad, a simple bass line, and an arpeggio. Judging by this, you're a man after my own heart.
Thank you for this. I 'accidentally' bought a Monopoly recently having always had a vague hankering for one since the 80's when I bought other gear and couldn't get one of these also, and I've been amazed at its sound. It's surpassed all my expectations. You've helped me confirm my feelings. It's something very special and punches way above even the high expectations anyone might have. Genuine vintage classic which is reliable and sounds equally at home in 2019 - nothing to compare it to except this I suppose ... I'm supremely happy with this accident. Thanks for this comparison - really appreciate it ;)
Glad to hear! :) The MP is a keeper.
Doing an electronic 80’s dance right now. Cheers!
This is a great comparison (and track)! The Mono/Poly's filter has a very special silkiness to it that I really love.
Thank you! I think the silky filter and the nice envelope curve is what separates the two synths in this comparison. The difference really shows in the resonance heavy sweep pad.
I have both. Very different synths. The Pro 2 is a really capable modern synth, but it's no Mono/Poly. While the Pro 2 has more capability (Hi Pass Filter, lots of modulation routing, etc), the Mono/Poly also has a fair amount of modulation capability. Sadly, it has no HPF. While the Pro 2 sounds really nice - esp when you want an aggressive sound thanx to the on-board distortion and gnarly digital oscillators, the Mono/Poly is simply far better sounding to my ears. And, it's a bargain. You can find them used for $2K or less. The Mono/Poly is perhaps the most under-rated vintage analog synth around. It ABSOLUTELY holds its own against the very best, and at a very reasonable price. Reliable (from a service standpoint), stable from a tuning standpoint, FAT as can be, and with a beautiful SSM Filter, the MP is simply sublime. Along with the Roland SH5 (way more money) and the Jupiter 4 (also more money), the MonoPoly is one of my fav's.
I totally agree! I was just curious on how close I could get to the MP with my Pro 2.
No HPF? Ok, but any DAW can high pass, so.. 😊
You, my friend, rock. I know this is a comparison, but I love the effect of having two synths playing the same line, trying to sound identical, but with their own vibe. I'm stealing that.
Most of all I truly dig the track! No surprise I prefer the MonoPoly's sound. Fat and soft and the track comes alive most with it. The Pro 2 has some bite though and the attack in the bass cuts through a bit more, but the overall winner is the fantastic MP! Bra sammenligning! :)
Takk, takk! Seems like we agree. I like the attack of the Pro 2 bass as well. If this was one of my normal songs and not a demo, I would probably go for the Pro 2 bass sound.
I think this video asserts a few options for folks wanting a Mono Poly for its sound. The Pro 2 is very similar in filter and more. You can easily get those sounds with a modern synth. The Pro 2 wins for being new with CV and comprehensive MIDI, but the MonoPoly wins for having those big knobs and wide space between them. Good video!
I had a Pro 2 for a while but sold it because I didn't like the sound. In this audio clip I could pick out every Pro 2 clip because of it's character (just look for stale or dead sound). And for me the basic sound of the is way more important than modulation capabilities or sequencers.
I see your point. The Mono/Poly sounds more "alive". Anyway, I like the sound of the Pro 2 and it's a very good tool to have in the studio. In live situations it's a much more reliable instrument than the Mono/Poly. I also love the 2nd filter which is not featured in this video at all.
"Many people do not realise that the output from a DCO is 100% analogue. The waveshapes are generated in the same way as in a VCO, starting with charging a capacitor. The only difference is a DCO's frequency is controlled digitally, a VCO's frequency is controlled via a control voltage.
"A DCO has the advantage of stability; it does not drift like VCOs do. You can make it as accurate or inaccurate as you want since we always include a 'slop' control."
www.musicradar.com/news/tech/interview-dave-smith-on-synth-innovation-and-the-latest-from-dsi-614198
Which would be a valid point if the Pro 2 had DCOs (like Prophet 8 or Rev 2). It doesn't, its oscillators are DSP (as Prophet 12).
Great sound, so 80's, good job !
Thank you!
I never would have thought they'd be this close. A little EQ (tad more low, tad less top) and maybe a touch of drive and the Pro2 would be almost indistinguishable. As it is, the differences are less than 2%. WOW.
Very similar indeed! However it's easier to come up with interesting sounds quick on the Mono/Poly. Now I know that if I had detuned the oscillators on the Pro2 more, it would be much closer. The Mono/Poly sounds more loose and less focused (especially the bass), and I like that.
@@eivindengedal9830 The Mono/Poly has some upsides for sure (I owned one for years, the x-mod/sync is unique and face-shredding). However, the Pro2 has SO MUCH modulation possibility.... I think the Pro2 just went on my list.
very nice! great that you compared it to the M/P.
Thank you! Interesting to see how the Pro 2 compare to a vintage synth in a production. In hindsight, I have found ways to make the Pro 2 sound even closer to the M/P, but there is still a difference. Considering the repair costs on the M/P and the small difference in sound, I sometimes think about selling the M/P. But after dialling in an arp and drenching it in reverb and delay, I always decide to keep it. The "effect" section on the M/P (which I don't even touch in this demo) is also really special. It delivers dirty analog FM-sounds and effects. The Pro 2 is also a keeper, being a versatile workhorse while having a unique personality as well.
I love the song !
KORG MP destroys it. great jam btw.
Great work
Really nice track.
Thank you!
simply amazing !🎧🎹👊🏻
This is great! What an excellent song to demonstrate the Korg Mono/Poly. I just found out that Behringer trademarked the name, so they're going to make one soon. Thanks for the music! Sam.
fuck behringer
great piece.)
The Korg has more of an 80s sound to it. That is what I prefer. The Pro 2 sounds more modern like 2000s.
So cool!
The MonoPoly is a really great analog synth, korg synths from this era are unique, especially the MonoPoly i find, it sounds korg
A little preference for the MonoPoly..
Good music in 80's style ;-)
Cool!!!
Cool
Nice piece, very enjoyable, need a longer version! I do prefer the sound of the Korg in the video to the Dave Smith machine, but they work quite well together. Back in the day I plumped for a Pro-1 over the Korg when I had the choice as it had a sequencer! A few years back I finally picked up a MonoPoly and was blown away by it, really love sound and whole vibe of it. I still have that original Pro-1, but I do think I missed out, the Korg is really something special, even compared to the Sequential.
I know! There really isn't something quite like it. The "poly-mode", running all the oscillators at once and dialing in the detune-knob - really special. Soft and musical. I sure believe there's a place for the Pro-1 when you need some aggressive and more focused sound, though.
I see why someone would want to compare them but it’s oranges and clementines here