Making A Track In Three Minutes With The Chase Bliss Habit

video upload by HAINBACH

"Habit is a new lovely loop guitar pedal by the super-combo of @Knobs and @Chase Bliss Audio. It records a 3 minute loops constantly in the background, and scans through that. This is a concept that fits my style very well, and I had fun from the start. Here is a track I made in 3 minutes for the compilation 'Habitapes' they plan to release soon on cassette."

via Chase Bliss

Habit is a delay with a memory. It stores everything you play for later, so you can revisit and reuse sounds from the past: Gather up loops, design echo patterns, and harmonize with yourself from two minutes ago.

It’s an effect that can be turned into an instrument on a whim, an evolving paint-splatter of everything you do. Or it could just be a fun echo.

Habit’s secret is a digital tape reel that records every sound that enters the pedal. As long as Habit is on, it’s recording.

At any moment, you can scan back into this history and play moments from the past–instead of, or alongside the present. This architecture makes a pile of interesting things possible: never-before-heard delays, bizarre loops and transitions, and even entire songs captured right inside the pedal...

Habit features advanced connectivity and customization options including MIDI, CV and Expression control, sync, presets, and internal modulation of any or all its knobs.

Thinking outside the (stomp)box with Pochard

Video examples for an article "Thinking outside the (stomp)box" available at http://www.pochardmusic.com

Playlist: 1. Mono space drone

No input feedback loop jam made with effect pedals."

2. Noisy modulations

No input feedback loop and handling noise modulation. Just effect pedals used."

3. No input feedback loop

No input feedback loop made only with effect pedals.

Boss RC-505 MKII Loop Station - Sonic LAB Review

video upload by sonicstate

"The original Boss RC-505 is seen by many as the pinnacle of loopstations, with countless musicians using it as a gateway to success during the 15+ years it's been available. Surely time for an update then? Here's the RC-505 MKII then, with expanded IO, improved audio quality, increased FX (4 input, 4 track), more algorithms, increased record time - 13hrs over 3, bounce feature, Mark back and undo, more rhythms, way deep button and controller assignments.

We've multi-sampled a couple of the Drum Kits and made them available as Decent Sampler presets on our Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/sonicstate

The RC-505 MKII really does build on the original while keeping the essential functions the same - that is five stereo tracks of loopers, with tempo detection, time stretch and lots of control. Editor Nick is a first time RC user and takes us through the essential functions, and gives his verdict.

The RC-505 MKII is available now (in limited quantities) priced at £499/$599 street price.
https://www.boss.info/uk/products/rc-...

00:00 Intro
01:08 Key Differences
04:44 Making Loops + Input FX
10:51 Bouncing
12:51 Vocoder and live MIDI input
17:44 Mark, Undo and Button assignments
23:26:03 Input settings
26:37 Timestretch
28:57 Wrap and Conlcusion"

Soundtoys Black Friday Deals 2021

video upload by soundtoys

"Shop and save up to 70% on pro audio effects thru December 1 at www.soundtoys.com."

Bobb Bruno's Killer Pedal Combos!

video upload by Perfect Circuit

"Bobb Bruno of Best Coast shows off a few of his favorite effects, as well as combinations of pedals that mimic some vintage effects.

Join us for a walkthrough of some routing, unique signal manipulation, as well as weird and whacky tones!

#pedals #effects #cool #Shred #wavey #vintage #guitars"

https://www.perfectcircuit.com/

Soundtoys Little PrimalTap - Further Out

Note these videos are from 2014, but I haven't posted them before and Soundtoys is currently having an up to 80% off sale. Click through for details.

P.S. You can find additional posts from various users featuring Soundtoys here.

Some details on the Little PrimalTap, also see the fuller blown PrimalTap.

"Unique retro delay lets you echo, loop, warp, distort and mangle.

Inspired by the classic Prime Time* from 1978, Little PrimalTap captures the highly distinctive sonic imprint of this quirky, and well-loved (by those in the know) vintage digital delay. Don’t be fooled by its simple interface, Little PrimalTap lets you unleash your creative urges to echo, loop, warp, distort, mangle, or create cacophonous cascades of otherworldly sounds.

The Primal Sound

The Prime Time was used by a wide variety of artists back in the 80’s for rich guitar delay, chorus, flange and such, and it did a great job with those things. But the really unique character of its sound came from one of its limitations.

In an attempt to get more out of the technology (and probably stay under budget) it had a feature called Multiply that halved the sample rate each time the delay time was doubled. Sound weird? It does indeed. And it’s just the kind of weird that we love.

Twist And Shout

On this little beast, turning knobs is where it’s at, and that’s how to reveal all the oddities it can create. The Multiply knob supplies extra delay time that has drastic tonal changes with each increase. The Adjust knob creates pitch shift, chorus, or flange when moved. The Feedback and Input drive tie it all together to allow for sounds just not found on any of the “normal” delay plug-ins.

Feedback Loop

Yes, the Feedback can go infinite, and do everything from classic delay style looping to old school sci-fi space noise. Oh, and we doubled the massive 256 milliseconds of delay time from the original (128 if you had the non-expanded one) to 512 milliseconds, so you’ve got some serious looping power if you need it. It’s ok to let it get out of control, unlike the old days where you could blow your speakers (or your ears) if you didn’t stay on top of the feedback. Little PrimalTap lets you use it as another layer of sonic color, and even opens the door for synth-like sounds.

PrimalTap

Want even more creative tweakability? Check out the deluxe version, PrimalTap. You’ll get that same quirky PrimalTap sound with two independent delay lines, an LFO for automated pitch shifting, a menu of different delay algorithms, and the awesome Freeze effect. Log in to your account to view all available upgrade options..."

Did You Know? FilterFreak has Mono-to-Stereo Modulation & Up to 80% Off at Soundtoys

video by soundtoys

"FilterFreak, inserted as a mono to stereo plug-in, features split stereo filtering with a wide range of sounds and unique movement that can be an interesting alternative to classic panning. Experiment. Explore. Enjoy."

soundtoys is currently offering up to 80% off Plug-Ins. FilterFreak is one of them. Click through for details.

Dreadbox Typhon + Blend v2

video by Sinevibes

"Dreadbox Typhon analog synthesizer being processed through Blend – a multi-voice chorus effect developed by Sinevibes."

Dipole v2 by Sinevibes

video by Sinevibes

"Dipole is a through-zero flanger effect developed by Sinevibes. Available as AU+VST plugin for Mac. Product page: https://www.sinevibes.com/dipole"

"Dipole is a through-zero flanger. It employs two delay lines with dual-mode feedback, and one of the delays is able to run earlier or later in time in relation to another. As this time difference passes through the zero point, a very special sound transition occurs: with positive feedback, Dipole produces that coveted spectral “swoosh” effect of a jet plane fly-by – and with negative feedback the output signal warps and eventually cancels itself out. In the old days of audio production, such effects were created manually using two parallel tape machines - but now Dipole recreates that charismatic flanging, chorusing and psychedelic stereo widening with much higher fidelity and ease of use. The plugin offers both manual control of the zero point as well as modulation via its built-in multi-waveform generator."

UVI Shade | Post-production showcase

video by UVI

"Shade - Creative Filter and EQ https://www.uvi.net/shade​

A next-generation advanced EQ, mix tool, and creative filter delivering an unparalleled selection of 35 shapes, 10 modulators, full multichannel support and much more.
Version 1.2 adds a robust 'Pitch Tracking' modulation source from either of the audio inputs or via MIDI, many usability improvements, a number of under-the-hood fixes and 20 new factory presets from HAL Audio! A free update for existing users.

Video Credits: HAL and Antoine Paley"

UVI's Shade was first introduced in September of 2020.

Turning Reverbs into HARSH Instruments with Feedback

video by Perfect Circuit

"Manipulating feedback loops is one of the most interesting ways to explore sound, and reverb is one of the most evocative effects for placing sounds in space. Thus, curious minds are certainly wondering: what happens when you use reverb effects with feedback techniques?

In this video, Jacob gives a rundown of some of his favorite ways to use reverb pedals in feedback loops, and allowing the effect to become an instrument in itself. Touching on topics like no-input mixing, adding Eurorack modules to the mix, and strange convolution, this video aims to serve as a springboard for trying out reverbs of all kinds in ways you might not expect.

Specifically, we highlight these tricks with the Red Panda Context, the Strymon Night Sky, the Gamechanger Audio Light Pedal, and the Poly Effects Beebo, but we encourage you to try these patches with any and all reverbs you might have hanging around the studio. After all, this video is all about experimentation, and these ideas are meant to be explored, expanded upon, and inviting you to embark on new sonic journeys.

Jacob's Signal Article: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal...​

Gear List: https://www.perfectcircuit.com/catalo...​

Timeline:

00:00​ - Intro
00:58​ - Jam w/ Red Panda Context
02:12​ - No Input Mixing Explanation
03:00​ - Spring Reverbs in a Feedback Patch
03:53​ - Jam w/ The Light Pedal and Eurorack System
04:58​ - Controlling Your Feedback Patch
06:07​ - Jam w/ Strymon Nightsky Pedal
06:55​ - Using a MIDI Keyboard in a Feedback Patch
07:19​ - Jam w/ Keystep and Strymon Nightsky
08:49​ - Using Convolution Reverbs
09:43​ - Jam w/ Poly Beebo and Red Panda Context
10:23​ - Outro"

AudioThing Wires (Soviet Era Wire Recorder) - Demo and Tutorial

video by CatSynth TV

"We explore Wires from AudioThing, a recreation of a 1970s Soviet-era wire recorder. Specifically, it is based on the East German version of the MN 61 wire recorder.

For more information, please visit https://www.audiothing.net/effects/wi...

0:25​ History of wire recorders and the MN 61
1:08​ Exploring the features of Wires
3:42​ Short musical examples

All musical samples performed by Amanda Chaudhary using:
Arturia Stage 73 V2
Arturia Mini V
Big Fish Audio Grindhouse

Please consider supporting this channel to help us bring you more synthesizer tutorials and other content.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/catsynth
Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/catsynth"


Note, I'm creating a new Synth Effects label for these moving forward. I used to just bucket them under Soft Synths and used the "New Synth Effects" label for new effects. That said you can find older posts featuring synth effets by clicking on the New Synth Effects label below.