Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Uncovering the Secrets of the Kawai K3 Vintage Synthesizer - CTRLR Sound Design
video upload by Vulture Culture
"In this video, we'll take a deep dive into sound design with the Kawai K3, a vintage analog digital hybrid synthesizer from 1986. But instead of using the limited onboard controls, we'll be using a CTRLR panel to take advantage of the full potential of this synth.
We'll start by exploring the unique additive synthesis capabilities of the K3, which allows you to layer up to 32 different harmonics to create incredibly complex sounds. With the CTRLR panel, we'll be able to adjust each waveform's parameters individually, giving us unparalleled control over our sound design.
But what really sets the K3 apart from other synths is its warm, analog filter. We'll spend some time discussing the nuances of this filter and how to get the most out of it using the CTRLR panel.
Whether you're a seasoned synth enthusiast or just starting out, this video is packed with tips and tricks for getting the most out of the Kawai K3. So grab your headphones and join us for an in-depth look at one of the most versatile vintage synths out there!"
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When VC mentions the DW-8000 in opposition to the opinion of some viewers, he is correct in stating that while its base waveforms (some of them) were developed using additive synthesis (either the K5 or a laboratory bench that functioned like the K5) but the DW-8000 is not itself additive in function. He does not sound as if he is arguing that DW-8000 is additive like K5 (or DSS-1 if you want to drag in another manufacturer.) Basically, if you listen to what VC is saying exactly, he is expressing what you are stating. It is the listeners opinions (which are not quoted) that are in this case the incorrect point.
ReplyDeleteYou are right. I must have misheard him when he said additive synthesis like the DW-8000. This is one of the reasons I rarely comment. So busy trying to get all the posts up, I rush and mishear things at times. I need to work on that. But when I don't comment sometimes misinformation slips through.
DeleteAlso, I would not call the K3 additive but pseudo-additive. Only a select group (1/4) of the partials can be addressed at any time, probably a limitation of the hardware. I considered getting a K3 for about two seconds. I already have a K5000, a K5, a K1, and an SX-240. I don't need rowboat. The best thing about the K3 is the bear is Jexus's video. Also, that this $150 keyboard is going for $600 minimum is very off-putting.
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