Pathways is a sample-based Max for Live instrument that allows users to draw paths (made of small points) for sample playback over a spectrogram interface. The playback path (in blue) is based on which points were drawn first to last, allowing for all kinds of linear and nonlinear playback possibilities. It offers two playback modes that support a variable rate of playback (and freezing) without altering the pitch. This opens up options for approaching time-stretching and filtering. The position of a playhead on the spectrogram (orange lines) corresponds to the filtering and position of the sample that is being played by that voice. This gives users an intuitive understanding of a complex approach to playback.
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6-04-2024, 16:49
A collection of presets I've made for the synth VST, "Vital", a free synth that you can download in the instructions below. The preset bank can be downloaded by clicking the attachment link at the bottom of this patreon post. (Cover art by CalamariSpider)
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6-04-2024, 16:49
Mouth Play is a maxforlive instrument that offers unconventional shaping of a vocal tract together with a simulated glottis (brass model) or FM oscillator as a source. This offers a large variety of sonic possibilities: from voice-like sounds (animal, human, monster), breathy sounds, glitchy, harsh, rich/pretty, droney or rhythmic synth sounds. The tract filter has a variety of modulation sources allowing for various qualities and movements.
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6-04-2024, 16:49
EXPERIENCE THE PURE SOUND OF NATURE Step into the essence of the wilderness with Forest Ambiences, a sound library that takes you on an auditory journey through the heart of Central European forests. Covering all four seasons as well as day and night, it's your go-to resource for creating any forest soundcape you can imagine. From vibrant dawn choruses to heavy autumn storms and tranquil winter atmospheres, you'll receive a package as diverse as nature itself.
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6-04-2024, 16:49
I attempted to replicate Harmony Bloom, a polyrhythm generator, in Bitwig Studio, and here's a brief overview of how it went: Harmony Bloom Overview: It generates notes with user-defined quantities and lengths, along with a loop length for timing cycles. Users can adjust note probability, offset notes for polyrhythms, and apply quantized or speed offsets to vary the rhythm dynamics.
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6-04-2024, 15:43
In this tutorial, I explored a unique approach to creating distortion effects in Bitwig by utilizing wave tables instead of traditional transfer curves. Here's a summary of the key points:
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6-04-2024, 13:38
Divisions is a MaxForLive MIDI Effect. Use various drawing tools to draw walls that balls can bounce off of. You can create up to 32 emitters to launch balls with different settings. When a ball bounces off of a wall, a MIDI note is output based on the settings of its emitter. Use Divisions to create various different MIDI effects in a less conventional way! Whether a sequencer, arppeggiator, melody/counter point/chord generator, note delay, and whatever else you come up with!
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6-04-2024, 13:32
This is the Bitwig project for the track I created in the last video.
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6-04-2024, 13:19
data.mod is a modulator device that can be mapped to parameters in Ableton Live in order to modulate them. It centers around a grid of math operators. Each modulated parameter (up to 8) has its own modulation source/value and each frame that value changes based on its selected math operator. By changing the operators in a chain of events and the source of their right-hand operand, you can create complex to harmonic oscillations that can be evolving over time or repeating rhythms. Great for glitchy/chaotic, harmonic and rhythmic modulations, it can be quite diverse!
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6-04-2024, 13:19
Following up with a patreon request for expanding upon my Tipper Squelches tutorial, I made a lil walkthrough on building an improved squelch generator rack and go over how to use it and some of my workflow.
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6-04-2024, 12:43
Coalescence is a Max For Live instrument. It is a concatenative multi-sampler that uses machine learning (SOM neural network) to organize similar sample slices into clusters based on a chosen spectral feature. There are three playback modes that take advantage of these clusters in various ways: Point, Rings, and Paths. Additionally, external audio input can be routed for modulations and to control what audio slices play based on its similarity. All of these combined with a robust modulation system makes Coalescence one beast of a compact sampler for many different situations!
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6-04-2024, 12:43
The drums library features approximately 250 sounds ranging from basic to unique and creative 808s, as well as a variety of electronic and acoustic drums. The oneshot library is packed with everything you need to craft stunning melodies, focusing on analog synths and providing all the tools for ultra-creative sample creation.
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6-04-2024, 12:43
“More Than Necessary” is a multi kit containing 16 full length samples with stems, and 150+ one shots, phrases, impulse responses, and more for ONLY $44.99. The creator of the pack, Akira & aagnik, described it as “a soundscape that represents the feeling of chaos and peace” and we couldn’t agree more.
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6-04-2024, 07:07
Step into the pulsating world of "Techno," the debut offering from Dropgun Samples in this genre. This groundbreaking sample pack marks the dawn of a new era, showcasing over 680 meticulously crafted samples that redefine the boundaries of techno music. Inspired by the innovative sounds of artists such as HI-LO, Reinier Zonneveld, Maddix, Space 92, Hardwell, and Eli Brown, this pack is a testament to the evolution of the genre.
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6-04-2024, 02:09
Introducing "Tasty Loops Volume 2," a diverse loop pack from esteemed producer and songwriter, Mars Today. Featuring an array of stacked instrument loops, single instrument loops, enticing song starts, meticulously crafted programmed and live drums, along with a myriad of captivating percussion grooves, this collection transcends genres.
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6-04-2024, 02:09