After wanting an OP-1 for years I finally got ahold of an OP-1 used for a decent price.

It’s an absolutely amazing device but I probably wouldn’t suggest it so someone as a first synth purchase.

Prior to buying it I got a Novation Circuit and then a Digitakt.

The Circuit is a far less expensive device (can be had for 200-300) and is very flexible.

It fits into a similar realm as an OP-1 (jambox)