GForce Software’s latest official Oberheim recreation captures the sound of the TVS Pro, a duophonic synthesizer that was favoured by artists such as Martin Gore, Adrian Utley, The Prodigy, Peter Baumann and Nils Frahm.
Originally launched in 1975, the Oberheim TVS (Two Voice Synthesizer) combined a pair of the company’s SEMs (Synthesizer Expander Modules) and added a keyboard, enabling true duophonic performance for the first time. It was later redesigned as the TVS Pro, which introduced some sequencing and modulation features. Now, GForce have worked alongside Oberhim to bring the TVS Pro’s spirit to life as a virtual instrument. The release promises to capture the sonic character of the original, and comes packed with over 635 patches, including over 220 new sounds and more than 400 converted SEM patches.
Oberheim TVS Pro features two fully modelled SEM voices, each with dual VCOs, multi-mode filters, envelopes and modulation functions. GForce say that their development team meticulously captured the subtle analogue quirks and rich tone of the original hardware, resulting in a genuinely expressive software instrument that blends retro character with digital precision. They also took the opportunity to introduce a third VCO — which doubles up as an LFO — along with velocity and aftertouch support, and a powerful dual 16-step sequencer. Some built-in effects are present, too, with the instrument boasting a stereo delay, reverb and a phaser.
Key Features
- The most authentic software recreation of the Oberheim TVS Pro
- Over 635 patches, with 220+ new sounds and 400+ converted SEM patches
- Dual 16-step sequencer for real-time pattern building
- Integrated phaser, stereo delay and reverb
- SEM presets can be exported to and imported from OB-E and SEM
- Advanced modulation including velocity and aftertouch support
- Designed in collaboration with Oberheim
“Combining two SEMs and a step sequencer has always produced great results — nothing really sounds like it. So, I’m excited to see GForce bring this to life as a virtual instrument so that many more people can discover its unique character.” Tom Oberheim
Compatibility
Oberheim TVS Pro is supported on PCs running Windows 7 or higher, and Macs running macOS 10.13 and above. VST2, VST3, AU and AAX plug-in versions are available, along with a standalone application.
Pricing & Availability
Oberheim TVS Pro is available now, and is being offered at an introductory price of £39.60 until the end of May 2025, when it will increase to its full cost of £79.20. Prices include VAT.
