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Understanding Granular Synthesis

Granular synthesis is a synthesis technique where we can assemble new sounds from very short “grains” of sound.… Read More Understanding Granular Synthesis

September 27, 2021Leave a comment

Free Book Offers A Deep Introduction To Synthesis

The free book, combined with the open source AudioKit Synth One, offers a fantastic introduction to synthesis, covering everything from how filters and oscillators work to the details of the harmonic series and microtonal music.… Read More Free Book Offers A Deep Introduction To Synthesis

April 2, 2021April 2, 20215 Comments

Additive vs Subtractive Synthesis Explained

Here’s an in-depth look at additive synthesis and how it compares to the subtractive synthesis approach.… Read More Additive vs Subtractive Synthesis Explained

January 25, 20213 Comments

13 Ways To Get More Out Of Your Synthesizer

Need some inspiration? Here are 13 ways to get more from your synth…… Read More 13 Ways To Get More Out Of Your Synthesizer

January 11, 2021January 11, 20215 Comments

Frequency Modulation (FM) vs Ring Modulation

The video discusses the key differences between frequency modulation and ring modulation, how they sound and how they can be used.… Read More Frequency Modulation (FM) vs Ring Modulation

January 10, 2021January 10, 2021Leave a comment

New Book, Modular Sound Synthesis On the Moon, Offers A Comprehensive Introduction To Eurorack Modular Synthesizers

Modular Synthesis On The Moon is a tool for learning synthesis, a reference book and a gorgeous general introduction to Eurorack modular systems.… Read More New Book, Modular Sound Synthesis On the Moon, Offers A Comprehensive Introduction To Eurorack Modular Synthesizers

December 1, 2020December 1, 202022 Comments

New Book, ‘Patch & Tweak With Moog’

‘Patch & Tweak With Moog’ features a forward by composer and sound designer Hans Zimmer and 200 pages of synthesizer techniques, patch ideas, sound design tips, artist interviews, in-depth discussions with Moog engineers and Moog history.… Read More New Book, ‘Patch & Tweak With Moog’

September 15, 2020September 15, 20206 Comments

Synthesizer Evolution: From Analogue To Digital (And Back)

Velocity Press has published ‘Synthesizer Evolution: From Analogue to Digital (and Back)’, a new book the they say ‘celebrates the impact of synths on music and culture.’… Read More Synthesizer Evolution: From Analogue To Digital (And Back)

September 15, 2020November 7, 2020Leave a comment

Hydrasynth Sound Design

The video takes a look at creating an aleatory, evolving soundscape.… Read More Hydrasynth Sound Design

March 10, 2020Leave a comment

°Grid Controller Demo Highlights The Importance Of Incorporating Physical Expression Into Synthesis

Using the °Grid as a controller takes Synth One into CS-80 territory, because it lets you add a level of physical control not available on most synths.… Read More °Grid Controller Demo Highlights The Importance Of Incorporating Physical Expression Into Synthesis

March 8, 2020March 8, 20202 Comments

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