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At UVI, our mission has always been to provide musicians and producers with the best tools to explore both classic and cutting-edge sounds. For several years now, our collaborations with Doctor Mix are the result of a deep desire to explore and recreate iconic soundscapes, blending the charactered textures of vintage gear with the modernity and flexibility of software instruments.

Join us in this new UVI Focus article to discover how our plugins are utilized by Doctor Mix, to bring classic sounds to life again, and how you can use them to create unique and inspiring sounds of your own.

Unlocking the World’s Rarest Synths

Synthesizers have always been a source of mystery and fascination for musicians, yet they’re often hard to obtain due to their high cost and scarcity. As a response, plugins have emerged as a more flexible solution, accessible to all. However, in virtual synthesizer design, capturing the tonal depth and character of legendary instruments is a major challenge.

With UVI's Vintage Vault 4, including soundware gems like FM Suite and PX-V8, producers can unlock the iconic sounds of these rare and costly instruments. Experience the full spectrum of synthesis, from vintage analog warmth to pioneering digital textures, all in one powerful collection. Doctor Mix demonstrates how we captured the sounds of these classics, making them easily accessible for any modern production.

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Reimagining the Sounds of Iconic TV Themes and Synth-Pop Hits

Few things are as instantly nostalgic as the iconic TV themes and synth anthems of the ‘70s and ‘80s. The virtual synths of UVI bring these legendary sounds back to life, offering the textures and tones that defined an era.

As the premier collection of authentic vintage synthesizers and drum machines, Vintage Vault 4 explores the sonorities of synthesis across all of its ages. In this video, Doctor Mix explores the melodies, harmonies, and production techniques that made these 7 show themes unforgettable, using our software to recreate them.

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BEATBOX ANTHOLOGY 2 for the drums

DRUM DESIGNER for the block sound

PX P10 for the polysynth sound

UVX 3P for the pads sounds

MERCURY 80 for the internal synth line

SATURN 8 // ULTRA MINI for the synth horn sound

Featuring

BEATBOX ANTHOLOGY 2 for the drums

DRUM DESIGNER for the block sound

PX P10 for the polysynth sound

UVX 3P for the pads sounds

MERCURY 80 for the internal synth line

SATURN 8 // ULTRA MINI for the synth horn sound

Featuring

BEATBOX ANTHOLOGY 2 for the kick drums

FMX1-XL for the bass

OB LEGACY for the sequencer

EMULATION ONE for the French horn sound

Featuring

BEATBOX ANTHOLOGY 2 for the kick drums

FMX1-XL for the bass

OB LEGACY for the sequencer

EMULATION ONE for the French horn sound

Why choose between vintage hardware and modern software? In this video you will discover how to mix and match the classic Arp Odyssey hardware synth to its modern plugin counterpart, and obtain a perfect recreation of “Don’t Go” (by Yazoo), while experiencing some of the best ‘80s sounds.

Reconstructing Classic Drum Beats and Disco Vibes

How to relive the most exciting sound sensations of the ‘70s and ‘80s? Our virtual synthesizers and drum machines have the flexibility to let you do whatever you want, while keeping in tune with the tempo of your session.

With their hypnotic beats and catchy synths, these iconic ‘80s tracks capture the rebellious, experimental spirit of an era, and paved the way for modern pop and club music. Using Toy Suite and Beatbox Anthology, Doctor Mix approached 4 of these tracks to showcase a bold blend of rock and electronic music.

Da Da Da - Trio

Heart of Glass - Blondie

Blue Monday - New Order

You Spin me Round - Dead or alive

Who hasn’t dreamt of following in the footsteps of Giorgio Moroder and rediscovering the mythical charm of electronic drums, drum machines, synthesizers, and vocoder sounds of '80s Italo Disco? In this video, watch Doctor Mix deliver sounds and arrangements from a special period of time with the inimitable Program 24 from UVI.

Celebrating Legendary Bass Riffs with Soul Bass

From rock to funk, some bass riffs are simply unforgettable. Soul Bass captures the rich tones and dynamic range needed to recreate these legendary lines, empowering musicians to explore a wide spectrum of bass sounds. In “Top 10 Bass Riffs of All Time,” Doctor Mix uses it to revive the feel of these classic riffs, giving new life to bassline bass lines that continue to influence music today.

Come Together
The Beatles

I Want You Back
The Jackson 5

Stand by Me
Ben E. King

Another One Bites the Dust
Queen

Broken Wings
MrMister

Come On, Come Over
Jaco Pastorius

Karma Chameleon
Culture Club

Inspiration for Today’s Musicians and Producer

Through all of our collaborations over the years with Doctor Mix, we have tried to inspire musicians and producers worldwide to reconnect with the legendary sounds of these machines – all thanks to the technologies developed by our team. Whether recreating iconic tracks or exploring new sonic horizons, our virtual instruments look back to the timeless sounds of the past, and push forward to inspire the music of the future.

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