Oberheim TEO-5

TEO-5 is a synth with THAT Oberheim sound condensed into the desktop-friendly Sequential Take 5 format.
Listen up everybody, there's a new Oberheim in town! Isn't that crazy? Thomas Elroy Oberheim (TEO) the man himself is still making synths in 2024! That's almost 50 years since the debut of his first commercial synth. For those who dream of owning an Oberheim, the TEO-5 is the perfect place to start. It features the exact filter circuitry from the iconic 1974 Synthesizer Expander Module (SEM) and the beloved blue striped finish found on his later synths.

But the TEO-5 is more than just a nostalgic nod. It's designed for today, with built-in digital effects like chorus, delay, reverb and phaser. According to Tom, these are "spot-on emulations of the original Oberheim phase shifter and ring modulator".

It doesn't take a keen eye to spot the almost identical layout and form factor to the Sequential Take 5. What sets them apart is the oscillator and filter section.

This now includes a modern take on the Oscillator X-Mod (with through-zero FM, a first for Oberheim), a 64-step sequencer and a multi-mode arpeggiator. The Fatar keybed with aftertouch is a nice extra. An inspiring collection of presets lets you quickly dial up great sounds without having to dive into endless menus.

For an Oberheim, this synth is pretty darn affordable. That means it's bringing the classic Oberheim sound to a new generation of musicians. What this thing can do for its size is pretty impressive. This synth has a ton of personality and beautiful sounds to deliver! And the price... the price people!

Features
5-voice polysynth with VCO/VCF, including 2 VCOs and a sub-oscillator per voice
Each oscillator offers selectable waveshapes: triangle, saw, and variable pulse
Oscillator synchronization and through-zero FM modulation via dedicated controls
Switchable key tracking and a white noise generator for each oscillator
Classic SEM state variable filter with modes ranging from low-pass through notch to high-pass
Filter includes bi-polar envelope amount, velocity modulation, and keyboard tracking
DADSR envelope generators for filter and amplifier, both with velocity modulation and assignable modulation destinations
Two low frequency oscillators (LFOs) featuring five wave shapes and tempo synchronization
Vintage knob to simulate variations in component behaviour, mimicking vintage synths
Channel aftertouch with bi-polar amount and assignable destinations
Master clock includes tap tempo, BPM control/display, and MIDI sync
Arpeggiator with multiple modes and range settings
Polyphonic sequencer supporting up to 64 steps with various editing features
Comprehensive effects section including reverb, multi-effect with delays, modulation effects, and a dedicated overdrive
Performance controls on a full-sized, semi-weighted Fatar keyboard with various playing enhancements like polyphonic portamento and unison mode
Patch memory provides extensive storage and quick access options for user and factory presets

Specifications
Keybed: Premium, 3.5-octave, semi-weighted Fatar keyboard
Dimensions: 63.5 cm x 32.4 cm x 11.2 cm
Weight: 7.7 kg