a very UNIQUE & underrated analog synthesizer // UNO SYNTH PRO review & sound demos 

so does Uno Synth Pro interest you? Curious to hear. Also check my sound demo with it: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Ut7xCSOTv7w.html you can check it out in stores here (affiliate links) KEYBOARD Sweetwater: imp.i114863.net/JrKra7 Thomann: redir.love/thoprod/511108?offid=1&affid=623 DESKTOP Sweetwater: imp.i114863.net/EaEajQ Thomann: redir.love/thoprod/511109?offid=1&affid=623

I like this trend towards 37 key synths and controllers. It seemed weird that basically every mainstream midi controller had a 25, 49, 61, and sometimes 88 key option, but rarely a 37 key version. But for my set-up, 37 keys is like the perfect fit.

This sounds like a synth where a lot of care has been taken to get the raw sound of the architecture *right*. This is indeed intriguing.

Thanks for this great review, Bo. After watching this, I think I know what this synth is about and how it sounds (your demo sounded pretty good, too). The filter sounds really good, very expressive. Nonetheless, it's not the thing I'm looking for. (I only mention that because I saw people accusing you of being a corporate shill _once more_ over on instagram, so I thought it was necessary pointing out that you don't need to be negative in a video to help people form an opinion). Keep up the good work and stay safe and don't give a pluck about the hators. :-)

I had the UNO synth, while I thought it was OK [after some initial problems were sorted out by a F/W update] it still never felt like a 'keeper' this 'Pro' sounds much improved compared to the UNO, I'm very interested in the desktop version, nicely presented Bo, cheers.

The cool thing about reviews of equipment I don't have is I can obtain information with which to form a more developed perspective that might differ from my initial opinion. It sounds great and it looks like the interface is easy to use.

Bo, the beat after 5:55 is freaking COOL. Great stuff! thank you for sharing!

This is the review video I have been waiting for! I have a Korg Monologue that I use for synth bass (back when there were live shows), but the Uno Synth Pro keyboard model caught my eye and ears - I'm about 100% certain I'm going to upgrade to it! Great video as always, Bo!

Looking forward to this. Thanks for taking time to make the video👍👍

I like the filming setup Bo!

Planned the Wavestate, but this... is.. mesmerizing. Usually I am like: too digital, too analog. Too whatever. This has the character which I waited for. Can't explain, really. One hears something or they don't.

wow, there are some really raw and harmonically rich sounds here. this is amazing. thanks for sharing this! your demos are always on point but also get better and better!!

Sounds GREAT as expected I LOVE my original Uno Synth!

Wow, this little guy sounds great!

Sounds amazing!!! If I made synths I would hire you to demonstrate them. Great to see you still jamming bro.

Thanks for showing the workflow by creating a couple different patches, that's very useful. Also, this synth is really cool, love the way it's setup!

Yes, I was very impressed so I bought one. Thank you again for your demonstration and advice, I feel like I made a good choice after months of deliberations.

Supersynth!!! Love it. People want a brand, not a great tool! so it was underestimated by many.

Interesting synth! I wish more synths would use the two filter design. I love it on the Analog Four. Great video!

Really impressed with those sounds . Great video Bo thank you

Great review as always and the Studio is looking lush a happy place ;)

Hopefully, the desktop version I ordered will be waiting for me by the time I get home.

I got my keyboard version today and I think it’s extraordinary. I can’t think of another mono+ synth like this at $650US that has such a good build, is so fully featured, and sounds great. I know you’re mostly positive about it but you seem somewhat reserved or underwhelmed. I’m surprised because I’ve got mine sitting next to a number of monosynths and UNO Synth Pro is punching way above its weight IMO

As always, great video. Thanks BoBeat.

Great review Bo. I hadn't even heard of this model before this video. Now I'm wondering if it will make its way into my studio. Always appreciate your reviews and jams.

Sounds better than I expected.

Sounds’ not bad. I didn’t expect it! Nice one Bo

It looks so clean and modern!

Hey Bo, I only have the Volca Keys for now. Is the UNO a good second buy, or I'm also thinking about the Microfreak or Minilogue XD

Love your videos bo❤️

I like that it’s analog, since most of my synths are digital

Great review,interested in getting 1😀

I’m really into this synth. I’m really thinking into sell my Novation BS2 for this synth since I’m more a keyboardist than a synth guy and 25 keys seems not much really and sometimes it complicates playing. 37 keys seems like a nice format for an analog synth. Also it seems more oriented to leads than bass lines.

Are IK planning to release an Editor PC app/VST for the Pro like the did for the original Uno? I like the idea of controlling this synth engine from my DAW.

Did they mention anything about an iOS editor ? The original version had a great one! For knob per function! Hopefully 🤞peace Christo👽

I'm looking into my first hardware synth after getting a novation circuit tracks... The desktop version has my interest, but is it $50 better than what the Microfreak can offer? Or am I comparing apples and oranges between the two?

Hi Bo-awesome video! Qquestion on the keybed/keyboard action on the UNO with full sized keys. It sounded like there was audible "clicking/thumping" when you would play the keyboard? Is that actually the case when you play it or were we just hearing the sound that the camera was picking up being close to the keyboard or picking up the vibration of the table? (Does that make sense)? Thanks-Chris

The desktop one looks a lot smaller than I would have imagined from the sales pages!

This synth has a really good character for a modern one

Hi if you have to choose between the uno synth pro and the minilouge xd, which one would you pick for the first hardware synthesizer and why?

Great video thanks! I just got nice, and probably a stupid question, but any grand piano sounds I can download into this?

Do you know if it sends midi cc out to be used as a midi controller as well? I got the desktop version and cant seam to get that working

I almost returned mine if it wasn’t for you, thank you so much other RU-vidrs made so complicated. One thing you didn’t talk about is the auxiliary audio input, what that really do?

I'm thinking of diving into the metal 37-key version and wanted to know if I could use it as a mid controller to control SampleTank/Syntronik, etc software as well as use the keyboard to just play? I can't get a good answer anywhere. Thanks!

Great review. Can you do a review of the Korg Opsix?

"Pretty G-narly", I like it!

Some people say their gear has a noisy output. Is it true analog?

Thank you for the excellent reviews Bo. I am trying to decide between Arturia's Microfreak and the desktop Uno Synth Pro as a secondary piece of hardware to travel with, and for sound design. If you could only choose one....?

Go BO 👊💪🔥😎 Awesome video 🔥👏

I have the UnoSynth and I love it. I may upgrade to the Pro but there is also, in my opinion, better synths for around the same price point.

I actually think the original UNO looks cool, but it seems like the design team has been smoking some pretty serious shit since then. It certainly sounds good though. I'm not sure it's for me but I can see a lot of people going for this. It's great to have another option available.

sounds good 👍

Hoping for a UNO Drum Pro! with multiple outs! are there many drum presets on this synth Bobeats?

While I *hate* their design language, I've gotta admit the sound is dope.

Hi bro, my desktop version of the synthesizer gets very hot, this is normal, I powered it from a 2 amp charger

So whats better the uno synth pro or roland s-1? they seem so similar ?

The price is a definite dealbreaker for me. For the same price as the keyboard version, you could get a minilogue XD (polyphonic, has fx, and has an extra digital oscillator)

I’ve tried minilogue monologues microfreaks and argon’s.. For warmth n depth this is by far the most meaty..

This synth looks pretty cool

Hello from Tallinn. I'm not very good at English, but I ask you to help me with the choice of the "first" instrument. A few months later, I return to synthesis again. I have an experience of using such synthesizers as monologue, jd-xi, but cobalt 8 and minilogue xd are new experiences for me, and I cannot choose my first instrument. How much harder it is to program cobalt 8 and use it from minilogue. And Argon is too very pretty synth, but as I looked your review, use said that Argon8 is more harder to program it.However, I need your opinion in my choice. Thank you Bo! Your reviews are very helpful always. 👍😊Have a good day

So if I’m buying a synth at this price point, do I get the Uno Pro Keyboard or Minilogue XD?

Seems kind of like a simplified version of the original Microkorg, with an expanded sequencer.

so no sinewave oscillator?

I just hope they improved the build quality. I owned an OG Uno synth. I hated it. The build quality sucked big time. To sweep the filter I had to apply pressure at an angle on the encoder or it would do nothing. I had problems with all the encoders. Also the “keyboard” was not very responsive. I almost had to beat the thing to get any sound. If I was going to spend that amount again I would get a Volca Keys, Bass, or another Crave.

Wow. The sound is really something. A bit smooth like a prophet.

27 minutes and not a word about whether you like it or not. So I assume that means you don't, right? I also find it weird that you bag the Desktop version for feeling "plasticky". I've had mine for a week now and to me it feels really solid and the "fit and finish" is absolutely first rate. I definitely prefer plastic as it is far more durable. Metal chassis get scratched and dented and the paint peels off. I'd actually pay extra for a plastic chassis over a metal one. Both my original Uno and the Uno Pro Desktop feel like they'll outlast any of my other hardware synths. BTW, when I saw your problem with the Mod Wheel, I checked mine and it responds to even the lightest touch so I think that may be a problem with your review unit. For the record, I am really impressed with my Uno Pro Desktop. It is a massive step up from the original and IK have addressed all the major gripes owners had with the first Uno Synth. To be fair, they have created a couple of new issues but I think, overall, that it is a very, very good synth. It's got a much nastier character than my Analog Keys and I think it will give my bandmate's Subsequent 37 a run for it's money, for just one-quarter of the price.

No longer is there any sense of a synth’s capabilities or sound based on looks or size. Those days are loooooonnnnngggggg gone. But when your talking Italian synths, you know your in for something unique

very nice synt

Looks like the buttons on the desktop version appear quite small when you're trying to tweak things...are they fiddly to use?

No time like Bo time!!

Looks like it could have a love child together with the Scarlett Focusrite.

I can't decide on this one or the korg opsix or this one I play Acid Techno and Ambient music

3 Ocs? Bo, do you think that the SE-02 and this had the same sound? Thanks

I have a bad feeling with Uno, it was fine but the support wasn't that good, they had a VST that didn't work that well and I felt their response was that I was bothering them by asking for a tech support issue that never got resolved. Modal, much better solution be it Cobalt or Argon they fully support their synths.

I’m so glad I watched this video. I have been giving serious consideration to buying the cobalt eight. And I’m so glad you mentioned it in your video. Here in the US they’re about $100 apart. The Uno is 649 and the cobalt is 749. After playing with both of them… Which would you purchase?

So could this be considered a collaboration of the UNO SYNTH and the UNO DRUM together in one machine? Excellent demo by the way!

wow i am on the ass..its sound very well .. i have an elektron analog key and i cannot find nice and original sound like in this little machine...very surprise..i will get one for sure one of theese days... the problem was that so many synth and company get out new synth and i dont witch choose... i have almost buy a korg volca key for the nice trance sound but i hate all the conectivity in this series of synth.. i have the drum sample 2 and the sq-1 and i am deeply down when i ear the drum sound of this toy.. i am use with huge synth and work station ,i have buy and use more than 100 synth ,groove box ,drum machine and workstation since 16 years and before the analog stuff was not afordable but now we see so many of analog synth get out for small price from a lots of company but a lots sound even.. but this one have an original signature and i found it when i ll gonna push the final button to buy the volca key and the dr-6 ,and i ll stop everythings when i see this one... but again i am stock i dont know what to do ..i have some obcession and spontinous problem and if a dosent care of what i do i will order few machine every day and i dont necessary have the money to pay all that i wont.. its easy with credit and i have a lots ,but i have to more take care..the akai force interesed me a lots too to be able to created a complete album or even a show in this machine ,use it like a central sequencer but i have also a korg m3 with some fucking touch screen issue(its the third that i ll buy and its the first time that i got problem like it with the screen.. but its a huge sequencer ,sampler with a lots of connectivity ,expension ,with my elektron analog key ,the volca sample that i just hate (i receive it this week) and a 7.2 surround mix and 3 computer sync together inmidi with 3 sound card ,so i dont know what to do ... i think i will sold everythings and restart from begening my set up ,now its so huge to run with all those screen mac, p.c. ,sound card,synth etc.... but anyway this synth(uno )sound fucking great and i suposed that one day or one night i will order one but i dont know how or where i will put it or plug it to exploit it like he deserved.. IF SOMEONE HAVE IDEA FOR ME ,LET ME KNOW BECAUSE I AM JUST LOST IN ALL THIS STUFF

so then ..... a version for folks who need ultra portable and also for folks who can`t really play the keyboards anyway and ......... a version for the rest of us ..................... cool, good idea

Gah-narly! ; D

I would buy the big one for the price of the small one, but as it is right now, there's a lot of better alternatives (for me, your mileage may vary^^)

Good demo Bo but I would have settled for a UNO Synth 2.0 with better interface and 1/4“ audio output

Its a shame they both use USB micro. Those jacks tend to break, and are a total pain to fix if they do. USB Type B jacks last much longer, and are easier to replace if they ever break.

With "UNO" in the name I'm wondering if it's designed around the Arduino UNO? Regardless I would rather pay more and get a full blown poly synth.

650 ! My moog subsequent cost 800 and it makes this look like a toy

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Just ordered one for around 400 buckies....

Seems they did a remake of the original minilogue but with a 3rd oscilator and some extra fx. Sounds nice. Although the Korg has a very distinctive metallic vibe to it.

I guess I’m superficial as I just can’t stand the look of it. Function wise, seems like it’s worth the money

Is this more versatile than MicroFreak?

inte "min kopp av te"....

Sounds great, but if I have to choose between the Uno pro or the Microfreak... which I do since my birthday is coming, it is not going to be the UNO pro...

I'm not impressed by either the look, sounds or capabilities of these two 🤷🏻‍♂️ the desktop version might be fun to have around, but the bigger one does not seem to be worth the investment

I want to hear this with Volca's!

Not much different other than layout and matrix to original?

Anyone not interested in any instrument esp a keyboard synth coming out of Italy is a stupido imo

400$ for the plastic toy version is too much, it is overpriced!! For 150$ more I'd rather get a Mini XD. But the keyboard version is good deal for 650$.

Keybed makes noise ;-)

Man next to the sleek Circuit Tracks, the desktop Uno really looks like a kids toy. Props to Novation on the upgrade. The old Circuit looked like a toy too.

It sounds good but at 400 international monetary units for the desktop version it is far too expensive for what you get. If it drops to 300, now your talking.

Nah. Pass.