OP-1 Tutorial by Cuckoo (2016 new firmware update)

Hello. Here's an allround tutorial for the OP-1 from Teenage Engineering. I'm trying to go through as many functions as possible, and also get a sort of understanding for the overall workflow. Also present in the video is the new functionality introduced in the 2016 firmware update. Such as sync to Pocket Operators, the ARP sequencer, and the new Voltage synth.

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Cheers everyone!
CUCKOO

[Hunderworld]

You're like the op1 legend master, you are OP-1 Kenobi

[TheCrafsMan]

When I discovered the OP-1 exists, THIS is the video I watched to try and comprehend why in the world it is so expensive. The functionality blew my tiny mind. After much deliberation, I ordered one, and have never enjoyed a piece of music-producing gear so much. Now this is the video I return to as I learn more and more about the unit. You've packed a lot of information into this video, and I thank you for that.

[coolintentions]

i watch this every night just for the satisfied "yeah"

[adsr-]

Late 2023, still an amazing creative gear & still learning from your tutorial, thanks a lot bro 🎄🙏🏻

[NutritionalZero]

This is the first video that has made me want an OP-1.

[kunstbanause]

Even after 3 years with the OP-1 I can learn some new tricks from you. Thanks and love from Germany.

[StephenMcLeod]

Just got an OP-1 on the way. Finally decided to go for it after years... this video is helpful.

[gormgiannis]

Mr. Cuckoo you had me tearing up at 21:47…..i dont know why but it happened.Thank you for the beautiful music

[AveMcree]

I had to post this on the blog because its too helpful not to share with the world... thanks again

[samaBR]

Another tip: if you want to keep the FX and LFO parameters and try that with other synths you can go SHIFT+1 while on synth mode

[averydeloach]

"It's a bit strange, but I like it"
So heartwarming.

[arbo]

I watched this whole video back in 2016 before I had any music equipment, and I'm so excited to watch it again when my OP-1 comes in the mail next week

[craftedworkshop]

Man, thank you for this video. This is the best tutorial video I've seen on the OP-1, such a nice way to show off the features. Will definitely be checking you out on Patreon once my OP-1 arrives. Also, if you ever want any cool wooden pieces to use in your videos, let me know! A collaboration would be super fun.

[AndreaGaetani]

Saw the video, fell in love.

Saw the price, fell in depression.

What an amazing piece of fine work this machine is, dayum.

[Hailexx]

I still watch this every so often and learn something new. You're amazing Cuckoo, true talent and creativity. I bought the OP-1 a while back because of the insipiration you and Red Means Recording gave me. Thanks for getting me into it, it's been a blessing :)

[DanTheMiddleagedMan]

just got my op-1 today, perfect timing, cuckoo! :D

[russellm]

+Cuckoo, I have had my OP1 a while. I basically have never played any sort of musical instrument before now but love interesting, complex, engaging, electronic music and am determined to make some of my own - This tutorial has been amazingly helpful, has leap frogged my learning curve totally as I can find nothing else suited for me anywhere.

Before this tutorial, watching you had inspired me to expand my synth collection and I now make noises (but not really music) with my Voyager, Microkorg, OP1, OP12's, Sylophone S2 and Electribe 2 Sampler (all of which have no idea how to really play - but have fun trying)

Long and short is, please keep the videos and tutorials coming as without them I would have a room full of kit and no inspiration to play it :) - cheers (sorry for sounding like a fanboy :) )

And advice on how to connect some of the above together would be welcomed.

[nadly]

I love the way you say "yeah". So smooth.

[_s_p_a_r_k_e_s_]

My OP-1 gets delivered tomorrow and this video has made even more excited about it!

[JeffRolka]

Truly brilliant work. Thank you for making this video. I got one of these a few months ago and I'm still grappling with it. Just using a few of your practices has made working with the device so much better for me! I'll be back here frequently as I go deeper. Thank you.

Jeff