Tips & Tricks: Elektron Analog Heat +FX with a MIDI Sequencer For More Creative Control

video upload by Group Technologies

"We are all aware of how versatile the Analog Heat+FX dynamic sound processor from Elektron is at processing, manipulating, enhancing, and twisting sounds. The Analog Heat+FX is truly a mighty palette for processing sound; either as an end of chain mastering tool or spicing up your drum machine, synth, vocals and anything else you can throw at it. In this video we look at how to use MIDI CC via the MIDI track(s) on the Syntakt to control various effect parameters on the Heat+FX. Effectively we sequence the different type of effects and parameters, going a little nuts in the process. Whilst this is great fun, it’s also a great way of experimenting with sound design and creating new sounds!

The heart of the Heat+FX is a stereo distortion unit with 8 fully analog circuits that offers everything from clean boost to total annihilation. The additional digital effects; delay, reverb, warble, bits, chorus, compressor and bass focus offers endless possibilities to sculpt your sound even further. There are over 100 effect parameters that can be controlled via MIDI CC on the Heat+FX, and pairing it with an external MIDI sequencer opens up a huge range of creative possibilities. Any Elektron MIDI sequencer, as found on the Syntakt, Digitakt or Octatrack are all great at complimenting the Heat+FX. MIDI tracks on any Elektron sequencer can control up to 4x MIDI CC parameters per track. In this video we use 2x MIDI tracks, controlling 8 parameters across reverb, delay and chorus effects, although the potential to mangle and twist your sound is almost limitless making the Heat+FX a fantastic sound processor!"

Q173 Gate math synthesizers.com

video upload by George B.

"Use BENTON10 code to get 10% off up to $500.00! at synthesizers.com Purchase $5000, get $500 off. ($6000, $500 off max) A one time gift so purchase wisely.

An overview of the Gate Math Module. It divides, multiplies, generates patterns, drum patterns, and random patterns. Fully programmable and programs are kept through power cycles.

0:00 Music Intro
0:14 Introduction
0:36 Overview of features
3:06 I made a Drum Pattern w/sequencer
3:29 Built in Drum Patterns
4:12 Random Gates
4:58 Built in pattern
5:24 Ratcheting a sequencer with Gate math
5:42 Example song using Gate math for varying speeds
6:23 Outro
6:41 Music playout..."

A unique approach to DELAY \ Note Echo overview and tutorial

video upload by Omri Cohen

"The patches from this video, and from many other videos, are available on my Patreon page - https://www.patreon.com/omricohen

00:00 - Introduction
00:24 - Basic concept
01:42 - With a sequencer
10:18 - Chords
13:56 - Without a pitch input"

Complete myTRACKS functional walk through

video upload by Blipblox Sound Lab

"Join Playtime Engineering developer Troy Sheets as he demonstrates all the key features of the Blipblox myTRACKS. The Blipblox myTRACKS Kickstarter runs from April 9 through May 9th 2024, exclusively at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/..."

Exploring Sounds with the Sequential Circuits Trigon 6

video upload by Metamyther

http://www.metamyther.com

5 kick drum patches with Shakmat Battering Ram

video upload by Tom Churchill

"Shakmat’s Battering Ram is a great-sounding kick drum module that I’ve been using for a few weeks now. It’s already made an appearance as a supporting player in my last couple of videos, but I wanted to do a demo where it’s front and centre, because it has some pretty cool tricks up its sleeve."

Missing Link ML:2 by Circuit Happy - Eurorack Synchronisation with DAW / Link

video upload by MATTHS

"The easy way to sync your modular to anything else - with Ableton Link.

Patreon: www.patreon.com/matths

WEBSITE - www.matthsmatthsmatths.com"

The 1967 Moog 900 Series on an Arturia MicroFreak???

video upload by AutomaticGainsay

"Here is part one of a six-part demonstration of the placement and use of samples from a 1967 Moog 900 Series modular on the incredibly versatile Arturia MicroFreak!

The instruments in the theme music (including some drums) were created entirely with samples of the 1967 Moog 900 Series modular played on the Arturia MicroFreak, and multitracked.

This video was funded by the Patreon supporters of Automatic Gainsay. Support the creation of this video and all of the Automatic Gainsay videos that have helped you by becoming an Automatic Gainsay supporter on Patreon!"

1967 Moog 900 Series

AE Modular: Making a Berlin School Track

video upload by The 5th Volt

"In this video I give a step by step tutorial on how to make a very simple track in the Berlin School style of electronic music. I'm using the Synthexplorer from tangible waves with only a few basic modules, so you should be able to follow along with pretty much any system (even Eurorack!)

00:05 Intro Track
01:08 Introduction
02:52 The Tutorial
22:42 Bonus: The whole track

All sounds from the AE Modular from tangible waves recorded using the Zoom H6 recorder and processed in Da Vinci Resolve."

Herbie Hancock “Chameleon” Synth Bass Breakdown

video upload by Anthony Marinelli

"Check out my breakdown of Herbie Hancock's 'Chameleon' bass sound. I'll show you step by step how to re-create it using the same 1972 ARP Odyssey model synthesizer as Herbie...including performance tips!

Not only is it one of my all-time favorite synth bass sounds, it also changed the reach of jazz music by opening up the mindset of both jazz musicians and the listening public to fresh new sounds. This was much needed in the 70's to compete with rock 'n' roll's dominance of the airwaves. Synth sounds allowed jazz musicians to connect with a larger set of minds and voices yet retain still retain musical complexity, quality, and integrity.

The cornerstone techniques in this video will effectively elevate your synthesizer power, no matter what style you prefer.

00:00 "Chameleon" intro cover performance
00:30 Anthony's Intro
01:25 ARP Odyssey Panel Explanation
02:12 Setting the Oscillator Pitch & Waveforms
03:06 Setting the Mixer & Voltage Controlled Filter VCF
04:05 Setting the ADSR Envelope Generator
04:59 Setting the VCA
05:37 Setting the Keyboard Control Voltage
06:56 Dialing in the Distortion
08:35 Keyboard Articulation & Phrasing
09:34 Summary of "Chameleon" Bass
10:22 Logo (theme music)"

Erica Synths (Dub) Techno System Overview and Q&A!

video upload by Electronisounds Audio

"Here is a breakdown of EXACTLY what is in the case I used: https://www.modulargrid.net/e/racks/v...

Of course, I also used the 1010 Music Blackbox mixer, which gave me enough space in the case (no mixer modules needed) to get all the sound modules I wanted in there!...

In this stream, I'll be going over the entire system, explaining how it works and answering any questions - BEGINNER FRIENDLY!"

Bela GLISS Gestural CV Control - SonicLAB Review

video upload by sonicstate

"Simon aka @Chevytravelleruktechnomadic takes a look at the super useful Bela.io Gliss a dual zone touch controller with multiple modes including motion record and looping as well as regular fader type functionality.
All in Just 4hp - priced at around £145 UK"

Patches on the Fly - 25 things to do with 2 Oscillators

video upload by Starsky Carr

"Detune, Sync and FM tones, following on from my previous synth programming tips. Here we have a selection of patches you can only create if you've got 2 oscillators per voice.

As these patches are getting more complex you can't recreate everything on every synth. Some don't have sync, some don't have FM... but most can do most of this, especially the detune patches. All these ideas will help you tp either start from scratch or modify presets to suit your track."

Let's Make Some Synthwave With The Nina

video upload by craigwilliamsmusic

https://www.melbourneinstruments.com/

00:00 Intro
00:12 Demo
00:32 Creating A Sketch
02:29 Bass
10:35 Strings
16:39 Arp
23:17 Lead
29:40 Outro

Free Samples Here - https://www.craigwilliamsmusic.com/fr...

Manual Dexterity unfolded

video upload by Todd Barton

"A look into my previous patch" [previously posted here]

4ms Catalyst Sequencer: In-depth Demo

video upload by 4ms Company

"Walk through basic usage of the Catalyst Sequencer, and explore some advanced features. The Catalyst Sequencer is an 8-channel CV sequencer with phase-based and clock-based sequencing."

00:00 - Intro / quick rundown of concept
00:40 - Clock Driven Sequencing
00:45 - Internal clock / Tempo settings
01:00 - Syncing to an external clock
01:25 - Patch setup
01:53 - Basic gate sequencing
02:43 - Basic voltage sequencing
03:00 - Fine button
03:15 - Voltage Quantization
03:45 - Phase Based Sequencing
03:52 - Driving Sequence with an LFO
04:35 - Clock driven sequencing with Phase CV
06:22 - Advanced Sequencing
06:28 - Direction
06:48 - Transpose
06:54 - Start Point
07:15 - Length
07:30 - Pages
08:05 - Shift functions per channel
08:40 - Gate function “Swing”
09:10 - Gate function “Ratchet”
09:30 - Voltage function “Glide”
09:50 - Gate channel Probability
10:45 - Voltage channel Probability
11:40 - Sequence control “Phase”
12:18 - Adding more sequencer channels
15:15 - Conclusion

Befaco's Octaves VCO Demo

video upload by Stazma

"It's a very playful and 'retro' sounding oscillator in the sens that it's only square waves, so it will scream chiptune anthem instantly.

Have fun!"

NiftyKeyz Firmware Update

video upload by

"NiftyKeyz by Cre8Audio is a modular CV keyboard with a bunch of awesome features. This video shows how to perform a firmware update on the Apple Mac (m1) computer.

To find the NiftyKeyz firmware file - please check out my blog article and more here:

https://ranzee.com/niftykeyz/"

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ranzee

PLASMA VOICE Eurorack Module by Game Changer Audio

video upload by MATTHS

"Let's get dirty. The PLASMA VOICE Eurorack Module by Game Changer Audio is brutal. A mono voice complete with VCA and VCF, this thing is on fire."

Patreon: www.patreon.com/matths

The Dirtywave M8 and Loopcloud Experiment

video upload by EZBOT

"Turns out Loopcloud is actually great for working on the Dirtywave M8. Loopcloud is a sample repository that offers time stretch, scale quantize, and other search features. I am using Loopcloud to find samples for my Dirtywave M8.

Download the Template here: https://ko-fi.com/s/c71520e99c and here https://www.patreon.com/ezbot

Get 10% Modbang cables with code: EZBOT23
SHOP HERE: https://www.modbang.com/modbang-shop"