Matriarch vs. Pro 3 - Which paraphonic synth should you buy?

A look at the two paraphonic powerhouse synths - the Sequential Pro 3 and the Moog Matriarch - and how I use them both.

Matriarch and Pro 3 Sample Packs:

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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
2:00 - Pro 3 Overview
2:39 - Wavetable Oscillator
3:33 - Sequential Sequencing
4:56 - Saving your patches
5:45 - Patch Morphing (tm)
7:30 - Matriarch Overview
8:26 - Modularity
10:05 - Not saving your patches
11:18 - Have some Paraphonic Arps
12:50 - That delay tho
15:19 - Which one is for you?
16:51 - Outro stuff

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Follow and Connect:

[Rustik]

I don’t know why this channel doesn’t have millions of followers. Most interesting, likable, and talented synth YouTube personality on the entire platform.

[MKA]

Thankyou. Still relevant in 2024 - picked up a new SE model PRO3 yesterday and haven't slept since!

[ErwinSchrodinger]

Informative. I like your subtle comedy in the reviews, as well. Your Iridium videos, by far, are the ones I re-visit the most.

[sonicspecter]

The delay of the Matriarch is effectively a stereo Moogerfooger pedal and yes, it is totally worth it.

[doctorauxiliary]

I'm really digging both you content, in general, & your overall style & approach with these vids. please do keep up the good works, sir....

[earlsfield]

I have both, definitely two totally different instruments and masterpieces in their own right. Matriarch is Moog at its best with semi modular build, but even without extra patching it is just amazing. Pro 3 is a mono monster, with 3 filters, wavetable oscillator, classic Sequential monster modulation matrix. I would never get one over the other.

[DurararaX]

Pro 3 every time. I do studio sessions in Los Angeles and I get specific requests to bring the Pro 3, more than any other synth. And the flavors I've gotten from it are always next level.
Thanks for posting!

[mjfentertainment]

If I ever get a matriarch it would 100% have to be the colorful version lol. Thanks for the video, as always!

[habslan]

The information is presented in an intelligent, well ordered fashion. When I look for information this is what I prefer. Also, is great to know that the person imparting the information actually has classical training, giving him the necessary gravitas to be taken seriously. I can trust the information as trustful and accurate. Kudos Jameson and thanks for the videos.

[mdreid]

Great video. I’ve had my Matriarch for a couple of years now and still love it for the reasons you gave (the delay!)

For arpeggios it is amazing, especially if you set different octaves (or add a fifth) for different oscillators and set the voice mode to “Round Robin” in the global settings. If you play a three, five, six, etc. note chord then the pitches from the oscillators will cycle through the pitches in the chord for interesting effects.

[prospectnyc]

I dig your sounds a ton. It’s not just wind chimes and bleeps. The sounds you make feel like they have intention and mood. Now I want both of these synths. I have a system 8 and a poly d that I may sacrifice for this pair.

[InvertedPopesMusic]

For me the Matriarch is the one. I really don't mind the colour version or B&W and I agree it will be a classic. Nicely done.

[InnerPeaceSounds]

Great description and comparison, thank you for the work you've done!

[fongfeen]

really enjoy your channel. i have made some informed but expensive decisions based on your videos

[ralsom]

Thank you. Love your sense of humor! As usual good to get a musicians point of view.Always interesting and fun.Don't forget to listen to his music guys.

[downpatmusic]

Yea the Pro 3 is my Fav mono paraphonic synth for primarily its sonic transparency and ability to create a big cinematic sound. Nice vid comparison. I too prefer the black face of your Matriarch. Nice purchase. I wish the Moog One sounded like the Matriarch. I am told by those who know that the Matriarch is Moog's best sounding synth and from what I can tell listening to YT videos I would agree.

[erkydi]

cant wait to get my pro3 se, think its gona be the best gear to add into my workflow for the type of music and production I create. nice video thanks!

[peterf]

I'm a straight up newb trying to figure out the world of synths... and this was a great help.

[JamesWilliam]

Pro 3 for me with that lovely tuned feedback!

[atomanelectronics]

Great review and honest ‘chat’ about two machines…. 👍