GForce Software

Darker, ambient sounds with aggressive bass and a punch.

Danny Nugent, the multi-instrumentalist who helped design the Novation Summit, Launchkey Mk3 and Circuit Rhythm, built Dark Edge to showcase the Oberheim sound pushed through GForce’s X-Modifiers.

Fifty patches of huge detuned basses, glitchy pads, polyrhythmic sequences and essential staples, each with responsive Macros for live play.

Preset pack for OB-X.

Introducing Dark Edge, a versatile preset pack designed by Danny Nugent for the GForce Oberheim OB-X. This collection spans a wide range of electronica, perfect for use across multiple genres. Featuring huge detuned basses, glitchy pads, polyrhythmic sequences, and essential synth staples, Dark Edge offers a comprehensive palette to elevate your productions.

Danny Nugent intended Dark Edge to showcase the immense power of the Oberheim sound, enhanced by GForce’s additional modulation capabilities, such as the XLFO and XADSR. The patches blend experimental edge with practical usability, ensuring they are both innovative and playable within a track. “I wanted to add some experimental edge to the patches but still make them usable and playable within a piece” says Danny.

Designed for anyone seeking darker, ambient sounds combined with aggressive bass tones, Dark Edge is perfect for crafting atmospheric tracks with punch. Each patch is meticulously tuned and equipped with responsive Macros, making them ideal for live performance when paired with a MIDI controller. Use these patches as the foundation for your next track and explore the dynamic capabilities of the Oberheim OB-X with Dark Edge.

Key features

50 meticulously crafted patches exclusively for GForce Oberheim OB-X

5 Arpeggio Patches

10 Bass Patches

2 Effects Patches

3 Hit Patches

7 Keys Patches

9 Lead Patches

8 Pad Patches

3 Sequence Patches

3 Texture Patches

About Danny

Danny Nugent is a multi-instrumentalist and eclectic artist renowned for his versatility and innovative approach to music. Skilled in playing keys, guitar, bass, and drums, Danny has built a reputation as a dynamic live performer. He has a rich history in music production, having produced disco tracks under the alias Lucky Cat and showcasing his ability to traverse genres effortlessly.

Danny’s latest project, Sludge Goat, dives into electronic metal, which he aptly defines as “Synthetic Doom.” This project highlights his ability to blend electronic elements with metal intensity, creating a unique soundscape that pushes the boundaries of genre conventions.

Beyond his artistic endeavours, Danny has significantly contributed to the music production industry through his work with Novation and Focusrite. He played a pivotal role in designing key instruments and gear such as the Novation Summit, Launchkey Mk3, and Circuit Rhythm, among others.