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Oberheim - News and Rumours
You want all the latest news, rumours and everything else there’s to know about Oberheim? We're happy to oblige: On this page you’ll find everything at a glance – and it’s always up to date!
HISTORY OF OBERHEIM
The History of Oberheim Electronics: American Giant
07 Nov 2025 · Tom Oberheim went from designing guitar pedals to some of the most respected synthesizers ever made. This is the history of Oberheim.
Oberheim TEO-5 & TEO-5 Desktop: Poly Chain Update – 2 × 5 = 10!
07 Nov 2025 · Oberheim has released an update for the TEO-5 and TEO-5 Desktop synthesizers. These synthesizers now support Poly Chain with up to ten voices!
SYNTH JOURNAL
New Free Oberheim OB-X Emulation Plugin, More: Synth Journal
18 Sep 2025 · The team behind Surge drops a free Oberheim OB-X emulation, there’s an affordable new analog sequencer from VAEMI, and more!
SYNTH DEALS
Oberheim TEO-5, Behringer MS-5, and KORG microKORG 2: Synth Deals of the Week
30 Aug 2025 · Escape the summer doldrums with these incredible deals on some incredible synths, including the amazing Oberheim TEO-5.
SYNTH IMPOSTORS
5 Surprising Synth Impostors: Beware of Mistaken Identity!
29 Aug 2025 · When is a Crumar really a Moog? When it’s a synth impostor!
SYNTH STUDIOS
5 Incredible Synthesizer Studios: Get Your Hands on the World’s Rarest Synths
15 Aug 2025 · You don’t have to buy a Jupiter-8 to play a Jupiter-8. Get access to amazing synths at these mind-blowing synthesizer studios.
SYNTH COLLABS
5 of the Best Synth Collaborations
04 Jul 2025 · Magic happens when two synthesizer companies work together. These are the best synth collaborations on the market today.
SYNTHS FOR BANDS
7 of the Best Synths for Indie Bands
06 Jun 2025 · Looking for a synthesizer to fill out your group’s on-stage sound? These are the best synths for indie bands.
GForce Software Oberheim TVS Pro – Are 2 SEMs Are Better Than 1?
29 Apr 2025 · GForce Software continues its association with Oberheim with the release of the TVS Pro.
Oberheim Matrix-12 Turns 40: Win One of the Most Legendary Analog Synths and Donate!
20 Feb 2025 · The Oberheim Matrix-12 turns 40! Now is your rare chance to win a hand-signed version of this legendary synthesizer and make a donation at the same time!
BEST OF 2024
Best Hardware Synths of 2024: 7 Synths We Went Nuts for This Year
16 Dec 2024 · From massive analog polys to affordable digital delights, these are truly the best hardware synths of 2024.
SYNTH COLLECTING
Highs and Lows of Synth Collecting: Tops and Flops
14 Dec 2024 · When synth collecting, not every synth can fit you like a glove. These are the best and worst synthesizers to pass through my studio.
BEST BIG SYNTHS
Best Big Synths: 7 Sizable Synthesizers That Prove Bigger Is Better
22 Nov 2024 · Whether you need a wide keybed, expanded synthesis options or just a massive sound, these seven big synths have what you need.
Prince’s Legendary Gear Under the Hammer: OB-8, Amek Mixer and Cloud Guitar – Who Wants to Bid?
15 Nov 2024 · The handmade Schecter guitar, an OB-8 and an Amek desk that once belonged to Prince are the jewels of the auction.
EMULATIONS
5 Synths That Need Plugin Emulations Right Now
08 Nov 2024 · Why redo the same synthesizers when there are plenty that have yet to become software - like these five synths that need plugin emulations.
SYNTH JOURNAL
Vintage Gear Auctions, Getting Reacquainted with Gear You Sold and a Pet Shop Boys Teapot: Synth Journal
31 Oct 2024 · In this week's Synth Journal, we look at one of the biggest online auctions of vintage gear and I fall back in love with a Yamaha CS1x!
SYNTH JOURNAL
Synths Are Scams, Sinevibes Plugins for Korg NTS-1 MKII and NTS-3, Behringer MS-5 Demos: Synth Journal
03 Oct 2024 · Espen Kraft says synths are scams. Is he right or just trolling? That plus Sinevibes Korg plugins, Behringer MS-5 demos and more.
TOPS AND FLOPS
5 Weird and Wonderful Movies About Music: Tops and Flops
21 Sep 2024 · The best and worst movies about music from Adam’s point of view. Do you agree with him?
Buying Storage Units for Music Gear: Is it worth it?
13 Aug 2024 · Should you be buying storage units to get vintage guitars and synthesizers for cheap? We spoke to one of the top storage hunters to find out.
SYNTH DEALS
Synth Deals: Modern Classic Analog Synths For Less
24 Jul 2024 · This week's Synth Deals features three classic analog synths with significant discounts so you might just be able to afford one after all!
SYNTH SIDE HUSTLES
Synth Side Hustles: 5 Fun Ways to Make Money Off Your Gear
12 Jul 2024 · There are more ways to get paid than just by writing and releasing songs. Here are five synth side hustles to help you earn a little extra cash.
Synth Journal
Oberheim OB-1, Semi-Modulars, Sounds of Peace: Synth Journal
04 Jul 2024 · GForce Software pays homage to the Oberheim OB-1, cre8audio updates the East Beast and West Pest, and Chris Meyer turns the sounds of war into something beautiful.