- Basic layout and workflow of Scope DSP System
- Why modular?
- Differences between modular system concepts
- Basic layout and workflow of Scope Modular System
- Modular components and signal chain.
- Modular tricks and unique modules
We will get in depth and build a variety of machines while explaining how and why things are done.
Goals
- That you will feel much more comfortable with synthesis in general, and be able to understand better what is going on behind the scenes of any synth.
- Getting you going in using modular synthesis.
- Providing you with concepts and tools to take your own modular ideas to the next level.
- Getting you addicted
We will be using the Sonic Core Scope DSP Platform and Modular System for this course. You absolutely do not need to own the system, as the concepts shown are valid for any modular system. Of course, you will get an in-depth look at the Scope Modular, and get acquainted with this very nice system.
Complete Course Playlist:
Individual Parts:
Part 1 - Intro Presentation to Modulars and the Scope System
Introduction to modular synthesis and the Scope system. Why modular, types of modulars, introduction to the Scope DSP Platform, introduction to Scope's modular, modular resources.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkwiDGGODrk
Part 4 - Cloning Scope's Interpole Plugin with Modular
Building an improved clone of the Scope system's Interpole filter plugin in a modular system.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7hTaqdHM1A
Part 5 - Building a Classic 3 Osc Synth with Modular
Building a tweaked classic 3 osc synth with modular using both the Novation K-Station and the Scope Minimax as general guides.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XPx2pMxcU8
Part 6 - Building a Crazy Techno Theremin
Building a device that goes from a classic Theremin to an insane psychedelic techno lead/fx/crazy machine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrFVUyBxCoU
Part 7 - Sync and Chaos
Learning about osc sync and chaos lfos by building a lead/fx synth that makes use of these modules and methods
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWnL_fT6AAs
Part 8 - Noise, Glorious Noise
Noise!!! Overview of a few amazing thigns you can do with just noise. Carpets of dronish sounds, percussions, crazy fx. Building a patch that does it all.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbZTtkozeTI
Part 9 - Sequenced Analog Drum Machine / Groovebox
Introduction to sequencing and. how to set up daw synced sequencers. Using that to build an 8 channel analog style drum machine with sharp filtering and a quirky edge.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoiG1dWc1Gk
Part 10 - Sequemced Kick Synth
Learning about synthesizing kicks, using gate logic, creating osc re-trigger and a little more on sequencing by building a sequenced kick synth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K23Q5rMVuho
Part 11 - Waveshaping and Modulating with Flexor
A first glance at some interesting Flexor modules - unique lfos and a look at waveshapers - osc shapers, harmonic shapers, saturators. Building an fx oriented patch that can do leads and pads as well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soze1uta6-8
Part 12 - Building a Nord Lead Clone with FM
Learning about Virtual Analog style FM and routing control signals by taking a look at and cloning Clavia's Nord Lead synth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTmVMnEWSjs
Part 13 - Building Glitch Machines
Creative usage of sequencers, envelopes and switches in order to build a sequenced glitch/fx machine and a glitchy wavetable synth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUc0lttDc9M
Part 14 - Filter Routing, Sub-Osc, Multi Segment Envelopes
Quick rounding out of a few things common in subtractive synthesis that we have not touched on. Learning how to create a serial / parallel filter chain and how to easily implement a sub-osc, as well as a quick look at multi segment envelopes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhQ7aX0HlVI
Part 15 - Freestyling with Modular Ambient Noodles
Freestyling with modular. Ambient drones and noodles. Using modulated constant frequencies and random control generators to create ambient soundscapes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIkoB1Oq69s
Part 16 - Combining Additive, FM, Granular,Subtractive Synthesis 1/2
Additive synthesis overview, a bit on granular and more on fm.. Building a combination synth of additive, fm, granular and subtractive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQXtWTSdfMs&
Part 17 - Combining Additive, FM, Granular,Subtractive Synthesis 2/2
Additive synthesis overview, a bit on granular and more on fm.. Building a combination synth of additive, fm, granular and subtractive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZC92RgxwY_o
faxinadu
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Posted : Apr 5, 2014 17:03
hey smoker - this specific modular is for this card only, but look on the very first video of the course i give many options for other modulars. sonigen is a good option but i didn't think the sound was that good in it.
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Posted : Apr 5, 2014 18:35
my friend recently bought the new one too, what you are looking at the x-ite external version and is very happy with it. costs a ton but you get in this bundle a shitload of plugins for it, you won't look back man, you're set for studio core sound and routing for the next decade.
The Way Back
https://faxinadu.bandcamp.com/album/the-way-back
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Posted : Apr 12, 2014 16:11
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Posted : Jun 8, 2014 17:05
Im into modular thing about 3 years now when i bought my micro modular. Its a great experience and a very deep lesson into synthesis process when you decide to follow this step.
Thanks a lot for your hard work to share it with us.
...into the wild....
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Posted : Jun 9, 2014 13:04
Wow this is amazing, Thank you for sharing
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Posted : Jun 9, 2014 20:29
Thanks for your incredible effort on making those videos. Great inspiration. Something I took out of watching your stuff (also your other vids) is that I´m now using more and more of that everevolving sounds within my projects which make the outcome unpredictable to a certain extend but keep the whole process more interesting and creative after all. Thanks for opening that door for me
