Subtractive Synthesis

Module 1 - Introduction

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This video builds on the basics of what will be covered in this module.

For this module we will be using a free soft synth by TAL audio called Noise maker. Download from the button below



Module 1 - Mixer Section

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This video looks at the mixer section of our subtractive synth and how we can mix and match waves to create a basic soundscape

Module 1 - Oscillators

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This video we cover the oscillator section and learn how we can build up our sound to start sculpting

Module 1 - Amp Section

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This video we cover the Amp section and look at the way we can alter our volume envolope to create different kinds of sounds.

Module 1 - Filter Section

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This video we cover some basic function of the filter to add movement and further shape our new sound.

Module 1 - Effects Section

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In this video we look at how we can use basic internal effects to further create interest to our patch

Module 1 - LFOs

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In this video we are going to look at LFO or Low frequency oscillators to add modulation to our new sound.

Module 1 - Glide and Voicings

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In this video we look at both glide and voicing to enhance our sound design knowledge.

Module 1

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In this video we look at how to use velocity to dynamically control our new synth patch and build a professional sound

Module 1 - Other Synths

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In this video we look at how our new knowledge can be transferred across into a different synth easily.

Exercises

  • Try to make 5 synth patches - Bass, Lead, Pluck, pad and Fx
  • Experiment with all the feature we have played with
  • Have Fun

Ready for Module 2

Congratulations on completing Module 1.

Once you are ready head over to Module 2
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