Stimming - 15 Minutes with Uno Synth Pro Desktop

For this episode of Stimming's ongoing series, Martin take a closer look at IK Multimedia's Uno Synth Pro Desktop, a Paraphonic analog synthesizer with step sequencer, arpeggiator and effects section.

The versatile machine weaves together three wave morphing oscillators, the original OTA filter from the manufacturers Uno Synth plus an SSI-based filter with self oscillation. On top of this there’s’ an on board 16 slot modulation matrix, delay, reverb and modulation capabilities via the effects panel, 13 adjustable scales that are playable across its 32 capacitive touchplate keys. The synthesiser can also be easily midi implemented and clocked via both USB and DIN.

Let’s find out how Stimming got on with this latest addition to the IK Multimedia hardware synth collection.
As a side note to this video, some of you might remember Stimming's Electronic Beats TV review of the Uno Drum Synth of which his conclusion wasn’t a good one and there was a lot back and forth in the internet and in different forums. But at 2022’s Superbooth they met accidentally and had a nice chat and Stimming got a Synth Pro Desktop for free. Here you can hear a fresh opinion on what the company has to offer with this most recent synthesiser production. And you can be sure this is 100% Stimming honesty.

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[eos]

Always a pleasure to watch and hear Stimming.

[jedho]

I've watched many of your reviews over the last couple of years and have just now realized "song for isabelle" is yours (a favorite for a long time)... excellent work as always. thank you

[ottam]

Stimming is a treasure. He seems like such an interesting and unique guy, the way he talks in sing-songy tones and flourishes.

[tobi-y]

Finally..been awaiting for this like a month now..wish the review was like an hour. But it was honest and im liking my Pro more after this. That sound and effects are so buzzing. Not much synths sound this great for that price.
Thank you Stimming for another great explaination...

[cthulholmhastur]

Im just loving this dude caz he makes me roll! Most utube synth guys are too serious fr.

[burkimoo]

i realized that even if stimming reviews a beach slipper, i would watch it 😅

[MathHammer]

Somewhere, a UX designer who put their heart and soul into this is crying and shaking their fist at an industrial designer and the marketing department. Engineering is rolling their eyes.

[hobbowizardanimations]

Wow this sounds amazing and it's super affordable I want one!!

[pablo-]

Guys please buy Stimming some new synths we need more of these.

[noodlesushii]

semi senseful, what kind of word was that? brilliant! i'll watch anything stimming does

[InkyDaCaT]

Bought this for £181 bargin! Brilliant little synth, with great sequencer.

[beautifulcaramelman]

I could watch this guy review a bag of jam.

[_intruder]

Finally blessed with another Stimming video

[frankenfrank]

Thanks for the review. It's a pity that you have a (not comprehensible) time limit and don't just make the reviewas long as it takes. I find the synthesizer aesthetically pleasing, but many find it ugly. The sound is really top and the price is fair. In my opinion, the touchplate keyboard is not that bad, enough for playing around with sounds. For more, just use a midi controller =). Better than no keyboard at all, after all, it is the desktop version. What I find really bad are the micro USB ports and the software. You are forced to register it @IKM Product Manager to use the editor, get updates, etc.. There have also been massive problems with firmware upgrades for several people, according to some forums. What I really appreciate is that IKM is taking a new approach and not cloning some classic. You can also hear that in the sound, you can say that it sounds independent. Overall, I think it's a great device for the price.

[SolidtraxNL]

Somehow our reactions here got killed (probably because of URL's). But anyway, again a great review by herr @Stimming_official. The reason this thing sounds so good is probably because one of the designers of the Alesis Andromeda team was involved: Erik Norlander. So makes us wonder how a real poly from them would sound...

[jfdbcpv]

i was expecting trash but it's actually pretty ok for the price!

[synthanatomy]

Very underrated analog paraphonic synth. The big version is definitely better for playing. Thanks for the vid :)

[blimolhm]

sounds great! the buttons and colour scheme look like it's a mid to late 2000s thing. like a vst that got made into a piece of robust hardware instead of the other way around

[peterpan]

sec 10 till 15 sounds like Duran Duran´s Save a Prayer - love it

[NERDOFUNK]

It would be great if we get an Novation Peak Episode with Stimming!!!