Modulation 'Masterclass'

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"First of all, I put 'masterclass' between quotes because I am not a master. I can call myself an 'expert' after +10.000 hours of patching but that's no guarantee for good information. However, you wouldn't be interested in watching modulation basics either. So my 'masterclasses' are more like sitting around the campfire, telling ghost stories, and we're all equal.

I've been inspired by a subscriber, who pointed to his beloved Rossum Trident/Triton as his/her/their favorite VCO. I looked it up, decided there's too much overlap with my THREE-BODY VCO, but noticed something interesting called 'Zing modulation'. It's a recipe based on ring modulation, with the simple trick of syncing the carrier and modulator. Dave wrote he may have been the first person who ever used the term 'hard-sync', but credited the technology to Serge Tcherepnin. Suddenly I was lost and inspired in a new world of modulation I did not know about. Since it's a recipe instead of a circuit, we can all use it as long as your VCO has a Sync input, and you have a ringmod in your case. If you don't, get one. It's an essential piece and it costs nothing.

I can't explain Zing modulation (ZM) without Ring modulation (RM) without thru-zero amplitude modulation (AM) and when the bloody TZ comes along I am aways reminded that I am still clueless about thru-zero FM. I've seen good, bad and no explanations about TZFM. I know it preserves pitch, it's been restricted to digital - but now it's also possible with analog - and it needs to be supported by the VCO. You can't seem to patch it up, the VCO should do it. I have a problem with things that can't be done. It's not that I am stubborn, an important aspect of creativitiy is to never give up. And to be confident you'll figure it out eventually. Thanks to Dave Rossum's recipe, I wondered if I could ringmod my modulator VCO before it goes to my principal VCO's LIN-FM. It can't possibly be amplitude modulation anymore.
I experimented with ring-modulating the modulator with an inverted version of itself, so it would flip polarity and go thru-zero. I don't know if this qualifies as true thru-zero so I call it WTFM.

Anyway, this video can keep you busy for weeks. Happy Patching!
Robert.

00:00 Intro
00:52 Amplitude Modulation
01:44 Frequency Modulation
02:47 Ring Modulation
04:12 Zing modulation by Dave Rossum
04:52 Thru-Zero Linear Frequency Modulation
05:59 Thru-Zero Linear WTF Modulation by Cinematic Laboratory
08:17 A few Ring Mod alternatives
09:32 Zing along with Serge and Dave"

Volume & Panning | Schlappy Patching with Stazma

video upload by SCHLAPPI ENGINEERING

"Episode 7 for Schlappy Patching!
Today we talk volume. Might seem boring but changing the volume of a sound over time result in dynamic, and it is actualy quite awesome! Also if you can change the level of something on one side of the stereo field, you get "panning" effect, without the need of a pan pot on a stereo mixer (you need two VCAs instead). Anyway we'll explore things volume related, using a drum mahcine and some sounds generated by the Three Body, mostly using Nibbler for stepped modulations.

Have fun watching!"

IMAVAI #2 / 3 eurorack patches suggested by viewers

video upload by BRiES

"In this IMAVAI episode I try to patch a polyrhythm using clockdividers and function generators. I have a go with the Walsh bank on JENA as a source for triggers and audio for the LPGs on AGOGO. Finally I make a patch where I use the sine output of GENERATE 3 for audio and use the other outputs to module parameters on a wavefolder and a filter."

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Music Generated by IOLabs Flux for Sequential Prophet 10

video upload by Friendly Noise

"Flux is an incredible rhythm generating machine, but it can also make repetitive or evolving melodies. All melodies in the video are generated in real time by Flux. I used the Befaco VCMC voltage to midi converter to translate the analog triggers and voltages generated by Flux into midi messages that the Prophet 10 can understand.

On Mordax Data’s display you can follow the note triggering, with lower notes in the upper lane and progressively higher notes showing in the other three lanes.

Some delay and reverb were added in the DAW after recording."

Synthesis Basics: How To Ring Mod, FM, and AM

video upload by Patchwerks

"In this video we talk about 3 types of modulation commonly used in synthesis. Ring modulation, frequency modulation, and amplitude modulation. Learn how to do it and what it sounds like.

Get the Intellijel Ring Modular here: https://bit.ly/ring_mod_int
Get the Sputnik Variable Waveform Generator here: https://bit.ly/sputnik_waveform_gener...
Get the ALA Beehive (Plaits) here: https://bit.ly/ala_beehive
Get the Mordax Data here: https://bit.ly/mordaxDATA

https://patchwerks.com/
Video by: Matthew Piecora ( EZBOT), Steven Ly (Project 32)
https://www.ezbot.live"

Synthesis Basics: How To Ring Mod, FM, and AM

video upload by Patchwerks

"In this video we talk about 3 types of common modulation used in synthesis. Ring modulation, frequency modulation, and amplitude modulation. Learn how to do it and what it sounds like.

Get the Intellijel Ring Modular here: https://bit.ly/ring_mod_int
Get the Sputnik Variable Waveform Generator here: https://bit.ly/sputnik_waveform_gener...
Get the ALA Beehive (Plaits) here: https://bit.ly/ala_beehive
Get the Mordax Data here: https://bit.ly/mordaxDATA

https://patchwerks.com/
Video by: Matthew Piecora ( EZBOT), Steven Ly (Project 32)
https://www.ezbot.live"

How To Use An Oscilloscope With Your Modular System

video upload by Patchwerks

"In this video Nick Bigelow of Patchwerks shows us how to use the Mordax Data Oscilloscope in a modular system.

Get the Mordax Data here: https://bit.ly/mordaxDATA

'The DATA is a digital platform for testing, measurement, and signal generation in Eurorack modular synthesis systems. It is a modular tool kit, with functions applicable to any system and style.

Use the DATA’s scope to view the interactions between your control voltages and audio signals, allowing you to master your modules by understanding their voltage ranges, control shapes, and parameter responses. Use the DATA’s dual waveform generator to dial in a precisely scaled LFO for CV control, or use the waveform’s frequency “note mode” to effortlessly make dyads (two note chords). Use the DATA’s clock program as a master clock or to divide or multiply an incoming clock signal, sending four different clock outs to gate modules directly or as control to sequencers.

The possibilities of the DATA are basically unlimited; with the included microSD you can update the DATA’s firmware and we can continue to refine and create new programs.' -Mordax

https://patchwerks.com/
Demo by: Nick Bigelow
Video by: Matthew Piecora ( EZBOT) and Steven Ly (Project 32)
https://www.ezbot.live"

Modular Driven Pad With The Roland Paraphonic RS-505 String Synthesizer

video upload by Friendly Noise

"A modular controlled pad with a midi retrofitted Roland Paraphonic RS-505 String Synthesizer."

Healing Solfeggio Frequencies with Mordax Data & BitBox

video upload by Cinematic Laboratory

"Just looking at the number of plays a typical Healing Frequency video gets, I'd say they're in high demand and highly appreciated. So in this video I wanted to share some tips and tools so you can make your own scales and tunings, and maybe turn your modular into a spa/wellness center to make people feel good. And I have to admit, fooling around with these Solfeggio frequencies has been super relaxing! But I bet it's more about working with a modular system!

Some resources about the subject
https://www.relaxmelodies.com/blog/sc...
https://roelhollander.eu/tuning-frequ..."

Quick Tips : Spooky Synthesizer Sounds!

video upload by

"We take a quick look at making two spoOo0ky sounds for the Halloween season.

The first, a growling bass, uses a stereo oscillator's unique stereo field to create evolving and animated filter movements and behavior.

The second, a classic Theremin sound, uses slight vibrato and reverb to create a warbled and eerie sound!

What other iconic spooky sounds would you like to hear this October? let us know in the comments below!

Grab the gear we used here :
https://www.perfectcircuit.com/ https://www.perfectcircuit.com/acid-r... https://www.perfectcircuit.com/mordax..."

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Modulation: Periodic vs Random vs Chaotic

Published on May 22, 2020 Learning Modular

"What are the differences between periodic modulation (i.e. a normal LFO), a random CV source, and a chaotic CV source? Some may be surprised to learn that the chaotic source is actually a cross between a random source and a normal LFO: its output can be fairly consistent for a few cycles like an LFO, but then it will create its own variations on the theme. In this introductory video I demonstrate these differences, both controlling a filter cutoff (one dimension) and the two timbre parameters of a 2hp Vowel oscillator (two dimensions).

If you would like to dive deeper, I’ve created a pair of companion posts for my Patreon supporters. The first (https://www.patreon.com/posts/37383127) goes into more detail comparing these three types of modulators, including patch and application suggestions; the second (https://www.patreon.com/posts/37424894) goes deeper into explaining chaos theory and some common characteristics of chaotic CV sources.

I am also creating videos on Ian Fritz’s ChaQuO, Chaotica, and Hypster modules that will be made available to +5v and above Patrons, as well as those enrolled in the Eurorack Expansion: Extended (Tier 3) course on https://courses.learningmodular.com."

How to tune the HYSTERIA Eurorack Module

Published on Dec 29, 2019 Dreadbox

"How to tune the HYSTERIA Eurorack Module, if it needs to :)"

Spherical Wavetable Navigator (SWN) - Visually Exploring Waveforms

Published on Oct 16, 2019 4ms Company

"A deeper dive exploring the wavetables of the SWN. The Mordax Data and Vectrex allow us to visualize the act of sound shaping, leading to greater creative possibilities."

Devo - Big Mess (chisel316 cover)

Published on Feb 17, 2019 chisel316

"It's been awhile since I made a Devo cover. By request, here is another one of my all-time favorite Devo songs. Hope you enjoy it!

Gear used:
Roland Boutiques...
SH-01A - sequenced synth
JU-06 - sub bass
JP-08 - right hand
JX-03 - left hand
Mutable Instruments Braids - yes, it says 'DEVO' :)
Mordax Data - green-on-black oscilloscope
Social Entropy Engine - MIDI sequencer
Korg MicroKEY - left hand keyboard controller
Yamaha Reface DX - right hand keyboard controller
Novation Launch Control XL (x2) - mixer controllers
iPad mini 4 - picture/mixer/effects/samples

iOS apps:
Beathawk - drums w/custom samples
bs16i - wood block
AUM - mixer
Eos 2 - reverb fx
FAC Chorus -chorus fx
FAC Maxima - maximizer
Woodpressor - compressor
Master Record - live mastering suite"

Granular Synthesis with GXN from Mordax at Superbooth 2018

Published on May 13, 2018 DivKidVideo

"Brandon from Mordax takes us through the current state of the developing GXN prototype (out later this year) and gives us a speaker tearing granular synthesis demo modulating grain size and position across a range of samples. It's great to see granular synthesis being pushing and explored more in the eurorack format.

We're proud to have our Superbooth 2018 content sponsored by www.thonk.co.uk"

MORDAX Modular Synthesis Systems - DATA & GXN - Superbooth 2018

Published on May 6, 2018 Audiosteps

"Die Modular Synthesizer Schmiede MORDAX präsentiert auf der Superbooth den GXN, einen Granular Sample Manipulator, sowie mit dem DATA ein weiteres Eurorack Modul."

NAMM 2018 Mordax GXN granular synth module

Published on Feb 4, 2018 Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit

"NAMM 2018 Mordax systems displays an early prototype of their upcoming granular sampler module."

NAMM 2018: Mordax Systems Granular Processor

Published on Jan 27, 2018 sonicstate

NAMM 2018 Mordax GXN Granular Synthesis System Audio Sampler / Processor Feature Walktrough

Published on Jan 25, 2018 Analogue Zone Showroom / Synths and Studio

AnalogueZone ► http://www.analoguezone.com

This is the first post to feature the new Mordax GXN. Mordax, of course, are known for their DATA multifunction module.