StarskyCarr Takes on the Behringer WAVE with Prophet VS Magic

Starsky Carr, an undisputed heavyweight in the ring of synthesizer reviews, takes us on an unexpected journey with his latest video. In this digital escapade, he delves into the crackling world of the Behringer WAVE, a piece of gear with its heart set somewhere between vintage warmth and modern grit. His focus this time is not just on the WAVE itself but how it transforms when injected with the Prophet VS wavetables, creating an entirely new spectre of sounds. With a blend of top-end aliasing and jarring digital imaging, Starsky unveils a vast palette of tones never before heard on this synth. It’s a bold move, and as we’ve come to expect from Starsky, it’s executed with methodical precision and an authentic flair.

Picture this: You’ve got the Prophet VS, a synth famed for its 128 discrete waves, each a sonic misfit in its own right. The Prophet VS doesn’t just shuffle through waveforms like a standard wavetable synth; it slams you with unique tones that morph and twist unexpectedly. Starsky explains how these distinct waves are worlds apart as he runs them through the Behringer WAVE, painting a picture of audacious soundscapes. With two wavetables of 64 independent waves each, available on the WAVE, you’ve essentially got double the fun. Toss in the sub-oscillator for good measure, and you’ve got a sonic battlefield at your fingertips, ready for some digital warfare. It’s like attending a punk gig, where every sound pushes the crowd—and the gear—to its limits. Starsky’s enthusiasm is palpable, inviting both seasoned synth-heads and curious newcomers to dive deeper into this chaotic yet enthralling world of wavetables.

Starsky Carr is the first to admit that the Behringer WAVE isn’t a Prophet VS—it would be daft to suggest otherwise. While the WAVE flexes its muscles with two oscillators and 64 tones per selector, the Prophet VS wields four oscillators, forming a formidable quartet with its own vector synthesis. But in this demonstration, the focus isn’t about matching specs—it’s about redefining expectations. Carr walks us through the intricacies of blending these waves, creating something uniquely thrilling, a testament to the possibilities the WAVE can unlock. With a deft touch here and a nudge there, he coaxes out tones that are as raw and unpredictable as they are beguiling. It’s about using what you’ve got and finding beauty in the chaos, capturing the essence of punk ethos—a philosophy Starspast has always embodied.