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Mar 29, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I showcase the Schwerkraftmaschine Compressor by Tegeler, a Berlin company, which I received for a 14-day trial period. I demonstrate how the hardware compressor affects drum breaks, recording and speeding them up to create drum and bass break beats, and discuss the various settings and modes available on the device. While I find the compressor to be expensive, I appreciate the analog sound it adds to the drums, although I will likely have to return it due to the cost.
Mar 28, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I take a trip back in time to an older version of Bitwig Studio, specifically version 1.3.16 which was released in 2017. I explore the features and limitations of this version, including the absence of the pop-up browser and grouping tracks, as well as the basic functionality of devices like the Pulser Synth and the Sampler. It's a nostalgic journey that highlights the progress and evolution of Bitwig Studio over the years.
Mar 27, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I take you through the process of building a sound in Bitwig Studio. Starting with a grid, I create a pattern using a sine oscillator, shape the volume with an envelope, and quantize the notes to a scale. I also add voice stacking, effects, and layer different elements to create a complete composition.
Mar 25, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I discuss Visco, a new drum sampler that was released five days ago. It is a unique drum sampler that divides the samples into the spectral domain and allows for morphing and twisting using modifiers. This tool is perfect for sound design and specifically designed for percussive sounds.
Mar 23, 2024 Music-Video
I popped in today to cook up a headbanging drum and bass mix. Hope you guys like it. But mainly, I made it for myself and my daily walks. I tried again to mix the styles and get those long transitions right. Think one transition was a bit off, but who cares? Drop a comment with wishes, ideas, or critiques.
Mar 21, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I found a distortion device on Reddit that allows me to load in a wave table and create different distortions by morphing through it. By using a high pass filter, I can eliminate the DC offset and achieve better results. Additionally, instead of using wave tables, I can also use multiple transfer curves, merge them, and blend between them for different distortion effects.
Mar 20, 2024 Tutorial
In the video, I address someone named trendcast who commented on my videos, expressing frustration with making music and comparing themselves to others. I encourage them to reach out to me on Discord to discuss their thoughts and feelings. I then demonstrate how to start making music with simple elements in Bitwig, gradually building complexity over time.
Mar 18, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I start from scratch in Bitwig Studio to create a nice sounding loop using special techniques. I use the Poly-Grid to create background drones with sine oscillators and phase modulation for interesting overtones. I then sample these sounds and use them in a sampler, add effects, and create percussion elements to complete the loop.
Mar 15, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I explain how to rebuild the Trash 3 plugin in Bitwig Studio. I demonstrate the process step by step, using various devices and macros to replicate the features and functionality of Trash 3. The video includes download links for the preset and encourages viewers to have fun experimenting and customizing the setup.
Mar 15, 2024 Tutorial
In this video, I successfully replicated Harmony Bloom inside of Bitwig Studio with a few differences. Harmony Bloom is a Polyrhythm generator that allows you to generate notes and control various parameters such as note length, loop length, probability, offset, and more. Although my replication may not be 100% accurate, it provides a similar functionality within the grid of Bitwig Studio.
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