Creating Realistic MIDI Strings TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | Jan 16 20 17 | 334 MB

In this video tutorial series, studio master William Sprawls focuses on ways to craft real sounding string parts and arrangements using the various virtual string instruments available today! Will starts out with the basics of string libraries vs a real orchestra so you know what to expect. He then covers using articulations, advanced bowing techniques, incorporating expression & volume swells into parts, using arpeggiators to create cool phrases, panning and effects, solo string parts, using Legato and much more!

Creating Wide Mixes TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | June 16 2019 | 2.6 GB

In-depth masterclass on how to create wider mixes in your tracks.

Over these 15 videos, Nate runs through the theory, methods and tools used to successfully get that ‘wall-of-sound’ feel and shows us that there’s a whole lot more to it than just panning left and right! From using micro delays, reverb and pitch to clever use of EQ and frequencies we check out the right methods to use on the different types of sounds whether it be percussion, pads, vocals, lead synths or bass lines. Nate also showcases a multitude of plugins available to help you achieve the right results and finishes off with some practical examples and problem solving when it comes to phase issues. This is yet another course where you’re getting expert and pro knowledge from someone who’s tried, tested and learnt his craft over the years and passing it on so you can take your skills in mixing to the next level and make your tracks shine. Not one to miss!

Creating MASSIVE Guitar Tones using Amp Sims

FANTASTiC | 20 March 2019 | 514 MB

In this class, I’ll walk you through how I craft high-gain guitar tones using only software! In 2018 it is definitely possible to get realistic sounding guitar tones from amp simulators, and using a few tricks I’ll show you how to achieve massive sounding tones with inexpensive software. Project Description: I’ve provided the DI track I used in the class for you to create your own tones with. Upload your finished tone and let me know what sims, cabs, pedals, and other plugins you used to create it!

Creating a Kontakt Instrument From Scratch

FANTASTiC | 24 February 2019 | 465 MB

In this course we will be creating an entire little Kontakt sample library from scratch. The first thing we will be doing, is to create sound content. Then we will hop into Photoshop to create a basic Kontakt user interface. After that we will be making use of the Kontakt GUI Maker to implement and finalize our little Kontakt sample library!

Ableton Live Hacks I: Creating Ideas

P2P | 27 December 2018 | 188 MB

Welcome to Ableton Live Workflow Hacks! This is the first of 3 courses that focus on workflow hacks. This first segment is designed to help you increase your speed and efficiency when starting new song ideas. We will cover techniques that you can employ in Live’s Session View, such as how to record, overdub, and live loop new parts without stopping the flow of the music. We will also take a look at some tricks for more efficient writing of MIDI parts, such as utilizing MIDI effects, step recording in MIDI notes, and making the most of Drum Racks to organize sounds and samples quickly.

Creating Realistic MIDI Drums TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | March 11 2017 | 745 MB

Are they real or fake? In this in-depth video tutorial series, it’s drum pro Luke Oswald’s goal to make it so you cant tell! Learn all the basics of MIDI as it relates to programmed MIDI drums, and explore several practical ways to edit your drum MIDI to create the ultimate realistic drum grooves. Luke starts with an explanation of MIDI events, note length, velocity, note numbers and hi-hat pedal CC information, and then explains his approach to editing MIDI to create realistic kick & snare patterns, hi-hat patterns, drum rolls, cymbal swells, drum fills and more.

Creating a Multisampled Instrument

FANTASTiC | 23 July 2018 | 109 MB

with Ableton Sampler

Making your own custom instruments adds an extra layer of originality and uniqueness to your productions and lets your creative voice project more clearly throughout your tracks. Using Ableton’s Sampler device and it’s powerful synthesis capabilities you can build your own instruments using sounds sourced from a variety of locations, acoustic, synthetic and found sounds. Master Ableton Sampler & Create Instruments That Give Voice To Your Unique Sound