Please note that 'impossible to read the markings on the dark version' refers to playing in low light with no muscle memory.

@silverblue73

10 ай бұрын

I did get the dark version as it was the most appealing to me between the two, but I can understand how dark on dark is difficult to make out. I work with a lot of traditional art materials and I'm wondering if a UV reactive ink would be of assistance here, while also looking cool lol

@wbmatter1

6 ай бұрын

If you don't mind defacing your Terra, you could try rubbing a light-colored crayon across the markings. The light-colored wax will fill them in. Just wipe off the excess. Absolutely agree with "one of the most beautiful synths on the planet". I'm still in new Christmas present infatuation phase, but right now I can't imagine ever *not* being infatuated with it.

Best Terra-Show here....Super and Thank You

Being a trauma nurse, what Covid-19 taught me is “diving into & exploring” a synth space is an amazingly effective mental health tool. I use a battery powered Digitone in my case.

@CinematicLaboratory

6 ай бұрын

I am not sure, but I think there's healing quality in making music. Thanks for your comment!

despite having a terra beside me, i still come here to watch this. imho this instrument is THE ( perfect ) INSTRUMENT for the cinematic lab. channel. eventho i really love ALL their stuff, i just can't get enough from this one. ...

@CinematicLaboratory

6 ай бұрын

I really need to spend more time with it.

Great stuff! Thanks for posting.

My favorite demoi thus far. You really made this thing sound ALIVE!!!

I really like how this is more a diary than a tutorial, reveling knowledge gained progressively, on a journey

@CinematicLaboratory

6 ай бұрын

Thanks! Indeed, Jamuary is like a diary with a new challenge every day. I was absolutely sure I'd skip 2024 but I am happy I gave it another go.

@CinematicLaboratory

6 ай бұрын

Sorry, I didn't realize it's my Terra launch video :). But I revisited again and again it's magic.

Jeez this right up my alley. I have been waiting for something like this for years.

I am a great fan of Vlad and Soma, got the Lyra and will soon get that bow thing (cant remember name), would also recommend his oldest videos to understand what kind of mad genius this guy is.But, even though impressed, I was never really interested in getting any of his other instruments, until now. This performance with Terra is the best promo in the world, probably.

@CinematicLaboratory

10 ай бұрын

I had my eye on Dvina too, the string thing. But you actually need to play it for real so I bailed out :)

I mean I am a soma fanboy since the beginning. Own almost all their stuff. I am gonna get the dark terra in couple of days. Already on the way. Watching this video makes me count the seconds now. I played with it at the superbooth, but I didn‘t have any clue what happened, I just felt this is a special instrument. What a fantastic video. Thank you so much for the suggestion with the marker. I am sure I need to do that as well.

@CinematicLaboratory

11 ай бұрын

I was convinced I could wash it off if I'd make a mistake. You can. But the white acrylic paint easily gets in the wood. I almost ruined my Terra :)

@silverblue73

10 ай бұрын

think I'll end up filling in the cavities of the symbols already there, I'll post to /somaterrasynth when it's done@@CinematicLaboratory

In the very precipice of diverting my attention elsewhere, I found myself ensnared in the boundless intricacies of the sound scapes woven by your craft and that of Terra. A tale hitherto untold unfurled before me, igniting a conflagration of neural activity within. Allow me to express my gratitude for this extraordinary journey, one that has left an indelible impression upon the recesses of my mind. (could I say this with simple words too? YES... but I decided agains. LOL)

@CinematicLaboratory

11 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks for getting poetic.

This sounds beautiful

Love your demo and tips all expressed so artistically, my Terra is on the way and I'm beyond excited! I've created a subreddit /somaterrasynth to share and discuss this beautiful instrument.

@CinematicLaboratory

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this!

Nice vid. Just in case nobody else mentioned it, at 11:16 you claim there is no MIDI In. That's not true. The MIDI IN port is there and accepts clock only which is great to sync the echo and arpeggiator with other gear/ master clock. The MIDI out allows the TERRA to be a MIDI controller. This thing is amazing!

@CinematicLaboratory

10 ай бұрын

According to the manual there's no midi IN support except clock. I agree it's a great feature to have compared to no midi at all, but I am not as impressed as you are :).

@johnolivermusic

10 ай бұрын

@@CinematicLaboratory I agree with the designers that allowing TERRA to be controlled by a sequencer defeats the design purpose of the instrument. It goes contrary to the SOMA philosophy. Allowing it to sync well with timing coming from a master clock I think is an important feature for integration with other instruments, while allowing TERRA to shine at what it does best expressively. And having - finally - a tunable instrument that plays pitches well with other musicians was the missing link in the SOMA lineup. I haven't tried it as a controller yet because the sonic possibilities of TERRA are so varied and fascinating.

Mine arrived yesterday, and while I did get a "dark" one, my wood is a little lighter, I find it much easier to read the markings than the one that SOMA US has been taking around... So far though, the instrument is AMAZING, and I really am loving the musicality of the interface... Can't wait to see how you end up using it! :)

@CinematicLaboratory

11 ай бұрын

You're going to love it SO MUCH!

@HAntonRiehl

11 ай бұрын

@@CinematicLaboratory I've been enjoying it so much already. It's so expressive!

@silverblue73

10 ай бұрын

That's great! Mine is on the way, wondering which shade I'll get lol What is your setup?/What do you have yours connected to?

Have you tried sampling or looping the Terra yet?

The sort of instrument that might have featured in the original Star Trek…

@CinematicLaboratory

11 ай бұрын

I think it can feature in any sci-fi movie made in the last 100 years :)

Thanks again .. nice demonstration. I want a Terra now, .. and some of that transparent hand cream.

@CinematicLaboratory

11 ай бұрын

It's a typical out of body experience :) No, my left arm was in the way and I had no backup from the top cam....

@kenswanson1093

11 ай бұрын

@@CinematicLaboratory ooo, .. it's a great technique, this.

👍🏻👍🏻

@ 14 mins 🔥

something in mind reacts !

Great video, as always! I can’t even get a response from SOMA. Been on their Terra list from the moment it was announced. I have no idea when I’ll have a chance to purchase. I see them at all the shows online, and their IG page, but nothing. Hopefully some US dealers will get some.

@CinematicLaboratory

11 ай бұрын

I am not sure, but I think Johno Wells from ModularWorld has a tight link with Soma US. Maybe shake some trees and a Terra will fall out.

@silverblue73

10 ай бұрын

Try making a new email or two heh, and get on the list again.

thanks for this review, what version firmware is your Terra using? I am waiting on mine, I also picked the dark version, the wood is so beautiful looking. please note this does have MIDI in, it should be the same jack as the CV.

@CinematicLaboratory

10 ай бұрын

I have no idea what firmware it is on and honestly I never felt like checking :). It sounds amazing and it never felt like they released prematurely.

What is your lab setup like?

What did I just watch? :0

Is this Soma Terra without any external effects?

@CinematicLaboratory

9 ай бұрын

No, I added a bit of reverb in post, since you can either choose delay or reverb, but not both. But I used it mildly.

Is this run through other effects when recording or straight out of the synth with no treatment?

@CinematicLaboratory

10 ай бұрын

When I use the delay on Terra, I've sometimes added a bit of reverb in post (session 1). But in the other sessions I figured I did not need anything else but Terra.

No MIDI IN arrrrgg nooooo whyyyyy, this is so sad!

I also went with the dark Terra and am very tempted to borrow your white marking mod for the same reason ‐ my poor eyes. I just wish I had more faith in my penmanship.

@CinematicLaboratory

11 ай бұрын

I must admit it was a serious risk and I still feel the sweat on my back.

@richardjacob8139

10 ай бұрын

If the original markings are indented you can use a wax crayon to fill them in and rub of the excess.

That thing is not from this place. Seems willing to try and communicate with you though. Maybe it's creating music via unseen dimensions?

@CinematicLaboratory

10 ай бұрын

If you take away all the magic, it's a piece of wood, a clever digital engine, some touch sensors, a lot of cross modulation and a gyroscope. So let's never take away all the magic. They say it's a thin layer of real gold. It's like a digital handpan made to enjoy with some solar powered power pack and headphones and have a bit of quality time. It doesn't require any skills or five years of conservatory. I think it's a masterpiece.

@renevanderkraats224

10 ай бұрын

@CinematicLaboratory Yes, a really different and unique piece of equipment. Glad there are companies that dare to go into unknown territory:-) A little bit too pricy for me at the moment however :-/

Kinda Portale Modular....