I just picked up VCV Rack 2 Pro. I’m excited about the potential to run this as a VST within Live 11 so I can integrate all this with Live’s features along with Max for Live. I recently did a quick test to test all this out using Live 11’s macro variations. Here is a…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
FXpansion, the makers of BFD and Guru, have released a new bundle of virtual instruments called DCAM:Synth Squad. I've been using the package for a number of weeks and have a good feel for a majority of the features. In this review I’m going to offer a high-level overview of the elements that make…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
I’m the proud owner of the new Akai APC40. I’ve already integrated it into my workflow along with my Novation Remote SL. I’ve put together a video of how I’m using these controllers with Live 8. Watch the video on YouTube: <img style="BORDER-TOP-STYLE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-STYLE: none; BORDER-LEFT-STYLE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM-STYLE: none" alt="" src="http://newecho.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451cae869e201156fc42ea7970c-pi" onload="var downlevelDiv =…
Gladiator has a great user interface. However, if you insert the synth into your host, the default view hides the editor panel. Click the "Editor" button and you’ll then see… Mark Mosherwww.markmoshermusic.comwww.modulatethis.com
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
According to Image-Line "Morphine is a powerful Additive Synthesizer with a logical, flexible architecture that allows you to create any sound. You can do this directly by adjusting harmonics manually or by taking any input sample and resynthesizing it into one of 4 independent voices." Use the links below to learn more: Product information and…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
I found a great site with many unique free VSTs called Tweakbench. Tweakbench is an "audio software project" by one person, Aaron Rutledge, and offers free VST instruments and effects for windows VST hosts. Right now the site has links to 14 Instruments (carillon dropout field minerva monomate padawan papaya peach pippo rebar ritual tapeworm…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Image-Line, the makers of FL Studio and Various Plug-ins are Having a Huge 50% off Sale on Many Items – 24 Hours Only! Some items are slashed even more. If you are in the market for DirectWave, Sytrus, Toxic III, or Juice Pack this is probably the best deal your going to get. Looks like…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Just a follow up to my last post. I took the time to document the new patches that came with Sytrus 2.3. See my list below. Very cool additions for sure. Again, preview Sytrus here, click here to buy and get 10%. Arp: Action 2Action 3CyberarpHypersaw 2Hypersaw 3PhasedPhased 2 Bass:Squelch Bell:Dream Bell Drum:Crash CymblHi hat…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
One of my favorite software synths Sytrus has been updated. The update is free for registered users. For everyone else, click here to get 10% off Sytrus or any other image line product. For those of you not familiar with Sytrus, image line describes it as "a powerful and versatile synthesizer featuring six customizable operators…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Cakewalk is shipping their new new virtual synthesizer. Musicians' Friend is selling it for for $199! (save $89) Rapture Highlights: Wavetable synthesizer with cutting edge sound manipulation capabilities, well suited for electronica-related music styles Non-aliasing resampling engine for pristine sound quality Over 500 professionally-crafted sound programsSix fully-programmable, stereo sound-generating Elements…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
The National Association Music Manufacturers conference was Jan 19-22. Consequently a lot of gear hit the market. This is the first of many posts offering highlights. Cakewalk announced a new virtual synthesizer (official press release). Sonic state has a video of this synth in action. The software has released and is available on Musicians’ Friend…
Modulate This! – Synth Tech & Technique Artilcles by Mark Mosher
Hi, this is Mark Mosher. Welcome to my blog. I’m a synthesist, Composer, Producer, and Visualist living in Boulder CO. I’m also the founder of the Rocky Mountain Synth Meet andSynth Patrol.
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