Cubase 9.5 Explored TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | Jan 23 2018 | 184 MB

Cubase 9.5 is here! Explore all the new features and improvements in this 21-tutorial course by product specialist. From 64-bit mix processing, to improved plugins and workflows, this mid-release version of Cubase offers major enhancements to an already powerful digital audio workstation. In this course, our Cubase expert takes a look at all the new features included in Cubase 9.5. Matt first explains the changes to the project window, user interface, and audio engine, including the benefit of using the pristine 64-bit mix processing option. He then covers the new insert and routing options, and the plugin enhancements, such as Magneto MkIII, the redesigned vintage and tube compressors, and the freshly added HALion Flux sound library. He also takes a deep look at the new editing, automation and snap to zoom features, and he explains why you really want to know about the more powerful and flexible metronome.

UA Neve® Bundle Explored TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | March 03 2017 | 119 MB

Rupert Neve designed and built legendary mix consoles. Why were they so revered? Because the circuitry was infused with depth, airiness and clarity. UA has recaptured this legendary sound in the Neve® Complete Bundle. See what it’s all about! This Universal Audio, in-action course on the Neve® Complete Bundle takes you step-by-step through their 9, authentic Neve® emulations. These plugins are explained and explored by engineer-trainer Alex Solano in this expertly designed, 18-tutorial course.

TB-03 Explained & Explored TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | Dec 14 2017 | 745 MB

TB-03 is perfect to get that classic 303 acid sound without breaking the bank. Learn how to use this mighty silver box in this course by music producer and sound designer. The original Roland’s TB-303 is one of the most iconic instrument in electronic dance music. Originally designed to create bassline accompaniments, it was a commercial failure when it was released in the early 80s… only to be reborn a few years later in the hands of DJ Pierre, and other house music producers. With its unique squelching sound, this little synth is responsible for creating a whole new genre of music: Acid House. Now, with the release of the Roland Boutique TB-03, music producers and performers can finally get the 303 sound at an affordable price, and with some brand new features added in! In this course, music producer takes you knob-by-knob, feature-by-feature through everything this little silver techno box has to offer. You learn about its synth engine, built-in effects (overdrive, delay and reverb), its sequencer (both in the original mode and the brand new step mode), how to create songs by chaining patterns together, how to use it along with other gear (such as the TR-09), and more!

Behringer’s DeepMind 12

SYNTHiC4TE | Oct 24 2017 | 697 MB

Explained & Explored

Behringer’s DeepMind 12 offers a lot of sonic possibilities at a very attractive tag price. As the name suggests, this synth is deep, so dive into this inspiring course, and see what Behringer’s DeepMind synths are all about! With its 2 DCOs, 4 effect engines, 2 LFOs per voice, 3 ADSR, 8-channel modulation matrix, and 32-step sequencer, Behringer’s DeepMind 12 packs a lot of punch. In this course, our outstanding instructor Rishabh Rajan reveals all about this versatile synth. Rishabh starts the course with an overview of DeepMind 12’s main parameters and controls. He explains how to mix, match and tweak the two DCOs, and how to sculpt your sound with the High-Pass and the 2/4 pole resonant Low-Pass. You learn to get super rich sound with the Poly controls, and you discover all the modulation possibilities available with the LFOs, envelopes, and modulation matrix. And last but not least, you learn how to bring your synth patches to life with the arpeggiator, sequencer, polychord, and effect section.

Elektron Digitakt Drums Explored TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | Sept 06 2017 | 684 MB

Elektron’s highly anticipated Digitakt is here, and so is Elektron artist and trainer Thavius Beck with an in-depth look at this amazing new drum machine. Watch this course and get ready to drop some beats! After much teasing, Elektron’s Digitakt is now a reality. It’s fun, affordable, portable… but like all Elektron’s gear there is a but of a learning curve involved. In this 2-hour + course, beat expert and electronic music performer Thavius Beck gives you the lowdown on this compact 8-voice drum machine/sampler/sequencer powerhouse. First, you get an overview of the Digitakt’s structure: you learn all about projects, preset patterns, banks, tracks and the factory content. Next, Thavius covers Elektron’s live-friendly sequencer in great detail. Once you know everything about retrigs, p-locks, and trig conditions, you’ll understand why Elektron’s sequencer has attained legendary status! Of course, a whole section of the course is dedicated to sampling external gear and re-sampling the internal sounds. The Digitakt also allows to sequence external MIDI gear, and Thavius covers this topic thoroughly in the last tutorial.

Elektron Analog Four Explained & Explored TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | Sept 06 2017 | 907 MB

Elektron’s Analog Four is a wild beast of a synth! Learn how to tame it in this 24-tutorial course/video manual by synth expert and electronic music performer Thavius Beck. The Analog Four is a very deep and powerful subtractive synth/step sequencer and most electronic musicians may feel intimidated by its complex interface. But don’t get discouraged! This comprehensive course by synth expert Thavius Beck shows you step by step how to master this mighty groovebox. Thavius starts by showing you how to load and deconstruct preset patterns, and how to build your own from scratch. You discover the ins and outs of Elektron’s renowned step sequencer, how to use parameter locks, sound locks, conditional locks, and how to record patterns by playing live in real time.

The Easel Explored Buchla TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | May 14 2017 | 399 MB

The “NEW”, reimagined Buchla Easel is one of the most original and best sounding analog all-in-one synths ever made. See what this amazing instrument can do in this Easel Video Manual created by renowned Buchla expert Todd Barton. Electronic music instrument pioneer, Don Buchla, created the original Easel in 1973. It was the very first all-in-one, pre-patched West Coast style synth! Fast forward 40 years and now there’s the “NEW” Easel. It retains its core analog roots, but when mated with its iProgram card, companion iPad app and the new 218e keyboard, it becomes one of the best sounding and fun to play instruments out there.