Music Hackspace Synthesis with Max: Granular by Phelan Kane

Construct granular synthesis devices in Max from MSP oscillator objects, add modulation sources and explore the spectral and timbral character of the technique alongside its strengths and limits.

Granular synthesis in Max/MSP is the subject here, building granular oscillators through MSP oscillator objects and constructing the modulation sources that animate them. The session explores granular's spectral and sonic properties and characterises the timbre, strengths and weaknesses of the technique, so learners can patch and shape their own granular instruments.

Learning outcomes
Build Granular oscillators via MSP oscillator objects
Explore Granular's spectral sonic properties
Construct modulation sources for Granular synthesis devices
Define the sonic timbre and strengths and weakness of Granular synthesis

Who is this course for?
This course is for people with a programming background who are interested in creating synthesis devices.

Requirements
A computer and Internet connection
A good working knowledge of computer systems
A basic awareness of audio processing
Good familiarity with MSP
Access to a copy of Max 8 (i.e. trial or full license)