Best free sample packs for Oberheim-style synth sounds

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When Tom Oberheim launched his eponymous musical instrument company in 1969, no one anticipated the immense impact his synthesizers and drum machines would have on music in the decades to come.

Oberheim is the name behind legendary instruments like the OB-Xa, Matrix-12, and SEM. Known for their lush pads, punchy basses, and expressive leads, the iconic sounds of these synths are prized for their distinctive character and versatility. You’ll recognise them from countless classic tracks – the heroic synth riff of Van Halen’s ‘Jump’, the driving drums of New Order’s ‘Blue Monday’, and even the menacing soundtrack to the original Terminator...

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