Hydrasynth Pad Tutorial Part 1: Basics + Reverb (New Owners This one's for YOU)

Major OSC

https://www.patreon.com/majorosc https://majorosc.com

"Part 1 of 2 on pad creation. This will encompass several things already mentioned in prior tutorials, except it will apply directly to pad creation. This is a great starting point if you're new to Hydrasynth. Those of you who are already familiar with Hydra might like a few of the small tips as well, because just a few changes to anyone's established "norm" can make a big difference. In other words, work outside of your comfort zone and you'll be surprised by how much you benefit from the roadblocks and challenges you'll inevitably encounter along the way. Part 2 will be a MUCH longer video and will go much deeper covering a wider array of styles. It will be exclusive to patreon members so if you're interested, don't miss out. Link up top.

The last 5 minutes of the video, I give you an update on what's been going on with MajorOSC, the studio, synths, etc. Spoiler alert. The Super 6 is no longer here. You'll be surprised to see what took it's place."

MajorOSC Unlimited - Hydrasynth - Section 2 - LFOs

Major OSC

All about LFO's. Plenty of useful info here. Some specific to Hydrasynth, and some that is universally applicable. There's ALOT of content here. Grab a drink. Fire up your Hydra. Class in Session.
- Those of you who notice the Level of LFO 2 - and kudos to you if you caught it! At 48:42 I catch the mistake and explain how it happened / how it was easily overlooked. Then I explain the relationship between the fixed AMP routing to LFO 2, The assignment from LFO 5 to LFO2's level, and how this will affect the feel and dynamics of the sequence. Glad it happened, because I think it elaborated on details that wouldn't have otherwise been covered.

Patch Banks available at MajorOSC.com
For access to more videos like this one, please become a patreon subscriber!
www.patreon.com/majorosc

Super 64 Patch Bank - UDO Super 6 Full Preview

Major OSC

"Available at www.majorosc.com/

check out MajorOSC on patreon and become a supporter.

www.patreon.com/majorosc

MajorOSC presents: SUPER 64 for the UDO Super 6. A collection of 64 slick new patches for this incredible hybrid polysynth. This will install directly into User Banks A-H. 64 presets in total. Plus, 14 Custom Waveforms. Adding them is optional and it will not negatively affect the presets. - As an added precaution, the presets were also tested with stock waveforms, and will perform perfectly fine with either one.

Banks / Styles
A - Showcase Presets - Pads, Plucks, Keys, Leads
B - Brass & Pads
C - Bold Leads
D - Bass
E - Pads and Keys
F - Mono and Rhythmic
G - FM, Wavetable Oddities, and World Instruments
H - Overflow"

MajorOSC Studio Sessions Episode 1

Major OSC

"The first of many tutorials. Feel free to skip around but as always I'd recommend a full playthough.
Look for even more of these tutorials going even further in depth at my new Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/majorosc

Episode 1 -
0:00 Brief Intro
Past Experience, Beatport, Labels, & US Navy - 00:30
Using Limiters - 02:56
Mixdown as You Go - 04:56
Working with Hydrasynth - 07:04
2-layer Bass with Dune and Serum - 12:20
Remix Tips - 16:44 +
Patreon Info"

MajorOSC Unlimited Series - Synth101 Episode 1: Envelopes

Major OSC

"https://www.patreon.com/majorosc

MajorOSC in now on Patreon! MajorOSC Unlimited gives you exclusive access to 1 hour+ weekly in-depth tutorials, multiple quick tips videos, free weekly presets for major hardware synths and vst's, and free custom samples! How does 1$ a week sound?"

Free Sequential Pro 3 Patch Bank - 3forAll by MajorOSC

Major OSC

"Free download at https://www.majorosc.com
3ForAll is a collection of 50 presets for the Sequential Pro 3, made of 3 primary patch types; Bass, Leads, and Sequences. Thanks to the powerful sequencer and multiple filters to choose from, MajorOSC put together a great collection of stylish bass, sequence, and lead presets, designed to inspire you, and exploit the powerful modulation capabilities of the pro 3. Due to MajorOSC's upcoming fall Schedule, a full bank wasn't looking like it was feasible. So while this bank only contains around half the count of a standard patch bank, it's free!! Sounds Good? Enjoy!"

UDO Super6 Tutorial Import Custom WaveForms from Serum

Major OSC

"Correction /Clarification to Avoid confusion - The banter at around 2:10, regarding how a stereo oscillator could be generated from a mono source is likely wrong. I was speculating but felt it best to reiterate that. - feel free to skip past that portion. :)
0:00 - Steps to Prep
0:46 - Bring in YOUR waveform - Open with Audacity
0:55 - Import Super6 Waveforms in Audacity - discussion regarding cycles, etc etc. feel free to skip past discussion.
4:15 - Get rid of excess audio.
6:26 - Prep to Export
7:23 Export / Save as .ws6 file type
9:02 - Prep Super 6 to Import (power up mode)

using audacity, it is possible to export any audio to become a waveform for the super 6. In this example we use a 2 cycles from a large wavetable from serum."

Super Synth Battle Bass Battle Extreme Edition !!!

Major OSC

"This is a segment within the 2 hour video special comparing the Novation Summit and UDO Super 6. The original intention was simply to make a feel-good jam session track to demonstrate how they can sound in production. In this example they switch off on bass duty and show off their strengths in their own additional layers. When I thought about a fun way to help visualize the new layers of each synth being added, I remembered some old music games from college, among many others. The result is this spectacle of retro-arcade visuals over feel-good synth riffs and melodies. Enjoy! Also be sure to check out the full video!

MajorOSC - Definitive Presets for Hardware Synthesizers and VST
https://www.majorosc.com"

Update:

UDO Super6 VS Novation Summit 2 Hour Special Presentation

"What do two FPGA-based Hybrid polysynths have in common? A few important things, but not as much as you'd think. Fortunately the similarities they share are some of the most important things to consider when buying something in this price range. They both sound incredibly good - possibly even the best I've ever heard. They're both similar in price. Yet on paper, the specs appear to be stacked more to one side. This video will show you that specs don't matter when considering the end result; Music. In the end, they're both winners. In fact it was my intention to make the choice even harder if you're considering either of these.

The Summit and Super6 will be put through their paces with real world applications; Productions. Performance. No Science. There's no Oscilloscope, no measurements. Your understanding at the end of this will not come from clinical observation. It will come from listening. They sound different. Amazing, and different. For everyday stuff like leads and bass, they can sound similar for sure. But when you dive deep and exploit their strengths, this is where they will blow your mind. I hope to show you a little bit of both. Which of these fits your style, your taste? If both, start saving. They're worth it. In fact I think they might be the best sounding polysynths to come out in decades.

Leave a comment and share your thoughts. Keep it positive and speak from experience, and not from speculation."

UDO Super 6 Deadmau5 Cover - SuperJaded

Major OSC

https://www.majorosc.com/

"24 hours with the Super 6 and I can already tell this is something special.

This is a cover of an old Deadmau5 classic, Jaded. - The B-side of his Faxing Berlin EP. Just a few layers with binaural mode turned up. the scattered leads show off a few other waveforms as well, with and without super stack enabled. Enjoy! Like, share, and subscribe! We're just getting started here."

Sequential Pro 3 Full Wavetable Tour and First Impressions - This thing is a Monster

Major OSC

"1 week in, figured its time to talk about it. I cycle through all the wavetables, and put the sequencer to good use; Bass, and more Bass. Plus some Bass.

- Caution. - very light profanity (2 occasions). I include this warning out of respect for viewers that may have kids (I often do) within earshot."

https://www.majorosc.com

Argon8 Mercury Patch Collection by MajorOSC Now Available

Major OSC

"Available to purchase at http://www.majorosc.com

Mercury is a bold and unique new collection of presets by MajorOSC; A deep dive into progressive house, trance, and ambient downtempo. This is just a brief taste of the kind of atmosphere and vibe you'll be able to extract from this awesome patch collection. Mercury's focus is to provide you with incredible sounds and textures from one of the newest digital synths on the market, the Argon8.

Highlights / Features

Spacious and swirling pads and soundscapes, - not your everyday affair

Punchy bass presets with tons of style and attitude

Moody brass leads

Highly polished progressive trance / house plucks, akin to Deadmau5, Pryda, and many others.

Unique Wavetable Rhythms modulated through LFO's and Envelopes.

Tons of modulation routings to expressive parameters like Aftertouch and mod wheel.

Head over to https://www.majorosc.com"

MajorOSC - Mercury for Argon8 - Arriving September

Major OSC

https://www.majorosc.com

"Mercury is a full patch bank in development for the Argon8, containing some of the most expressive and original sounding presets ever heard from MajorOSC.

By a happy mistake, the Big Sky reverb return track was left on enabled in OBS on the first recording. But it wouldn't be right not to share the results!

The re-record without the Big Sky reverb begins at around 11:30"

Major OSC VanHalen Patch for the ASM Hydrasynth

Major OSC

"Try out a demo of Ignition 2 in this special promotional mini pack. These presets contain:
Van Halen Tribute Patch (Expression Pedal required for full functionality)
A realistic sounding Piano, additional guitar tribute presets, and a cinematic pitch sensitive drum preset.
Download the link as a whole. Do not extract. It should be saved as a .Hydra file.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Oeks...

Enjoy!"

Roland Jupiter-X in there as well.

MajorOSC ASM Hydrasynth Ignition 2 Patch Bank Full Tour W/ Commentary

Major OSC

https://www.majorosc.com

"Welcome to a lengthy tour of Ignition, from Patch 1, through 128. There's alot of stuff to show you. I briefly touch upon the various improvements to the firmware and explain the the difference between Ignition 1 sand 2.
Enjoy."

Ignition 2 for Hydrasynth is HERE

Major OSC

"Live and ready to party.

Front page. https://www.majorosc.com

Ignition 2 has been designed to launch alongside the new firmware released for the Hydrasynth. That means you'll have an entire patch bank to load into your Hydrasynth that already takes full advantage of all the new features.

Expect wild new sequences, thanks to the stepped LFO's to go to to 64 steps. Expect evolving and sophisticated pads and soundscapes that can shift and transform like you've never heard before, thanks to the new Envelope trigger selectors. And get ready to rock! There's a new distortion effect added and it is absolutely sick."

See this post for details on the Hydrasynth 1.5 update.

Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) Introduces Hydrasynth 1.5 Update

Press release below. First, some videos followed by a sound demo for some new patches from MajorOSC, also below.

Playlist / New Features:
1. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 1 Introduction
2. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 2 New Filter Types
3. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 3 Microtuning
4. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 4 Envelope Trigger Sources
5. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 5 Expanded LFO Steps & SemiLock
6. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 6 Direct Parameter Modulation Assignment
7. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 7 Modulating Macros & Voice Parameters
8. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 8 Random Percentage & Randomize from Patches
9. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 9 Distortion Effect
10. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 10 Latch Enhancement
11. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 11 MIDI CC Mode and Ribbon Output
12. Hydrasynth Firmware 1.5 – Part 12 Save State


ASM Hydrasynth 1.5 Update info and exploration Ken Flux Pierce Fluxwithit


Demo of a new sound set featuring the 1.5 update to be released today from MajorOSC:

James MajorOSC High · Ignition 2 Showcase

"Because of the new features, MajorOSC was able to completely reapproach the design process for sequencing and expressive interaction while playing a sequence. The results speak for themselves on this short demo"

And the official press release:

Ashun Sound Machines makes major strides in advancing Hydrasynth sensation with Version 1.5 feature-heavy firmware update

LOS ANGELES, CA, USA/HONG KONG, CHINA: musician-empowering musical instruments creator Ashun Sound Machines (ASM) is proud to make major strides in advancing its innovative Hydrasynth digital wave morphing synthesizer — launched late last year to widespread critical acclaim as its inaugural hardware product, produced as a keyboard variant (featuring a proprietary PolytouchTM 49-note polyphonic aftertouch keybed and a user- assignable ribbon controller) and desktop variant (with 24 velocity- and polyphonic aftertouch-sensitive pads, plus an included 19-inch rack-mount kit) — with a feature-heavy firmware update, as of August 6…

New arrivals Ashun Sound Machines made a huge splash when diving deep into the synthesizer world with the introduction of its Hydrasynth sensation in both keyboard and desktop variants late last year. Ultimately, users appreciated an unprecedented combination of sound generation methods and processing power — anchored around a unique digital wave morphing synthesis engine as an eight-voice polysynth whose three oscillators can all make use of any one of the 219 single-cycle waveforms available, while flexibly facilitating defining eight waveforms into a list and then morphing from one to the next using extensive movement-inducing modulation sources with Wave Scan mode (for OSC 1 and OSC 2 only) — potently coupled with hardware that is perfectly tailored for live interaction and real-time tweaking, all at a very affordable price. Perhaps best of all, a new generation of synth users were introduced to an amazingly expressive way to shape individual notes, thanks to that proprietary PolytouchTM 49-note polyphonic aftertouch keybed and a user-assignable ribbon controller.

Today, the release of the Version 1.5 firmware update for the Hydrasynth brings an amazing array of new features and behaviours to an already sensational synthesizer, starting with advancing its unique-sounding synthesis engine several steps further forward. Firstly, five new filter models are available in FILTER 1 — namely, LP Stn12, ASM’s version of a popular 12dB low-pass filter; LP 1 Pole, a gentle 6dB low-pass filter; and LP 8 Pole, a steep 48dB low-pass filter; alongside BP Stn12, a popular 12dB band-pass filter with dual 6dB slopes; and HP Stn12, a popular 12dB high-pass filter — expanding its total to 16 filter models. Meanwhile, that Version 1.5 firmware update also adds a second multi-mode filter type to FILTER 2, with an ability to switch between LP/BP/HP (low-pass/band-pass/high-pass) or LP/NOTCH/HP (low-pass/notch/high-pass) filter modes. Thereafter, the Hydrasynth now benefits from microtonal scale support, opening up a brave new world of musical expression beyond the 12 tones most prevalent in Western music to allow composition and performances from any culture or harmonic discipline with 32 custom scales loadable using MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) Tuning Standard files. Furthermore, envelopes can now be triggered from as many as four sources, including LFOs (Low Frequency Oscillators), keyboard, ribbon, CV (Control Voltage) INPUTS, and PEDAL — EXPRESSION — input, whereas previously they were all triggered by the keyboard only. On top of that, the LFOs themselves have been upgraded to allow up to 64 steps when set to Step mode, with a new SemiLock feature to quantise those steps for pitch control of the oscillators.

MOD MATRIX improvements in the Version 1.5 firmware update makes creating modulation routings one step easier by allowing users to choose a specific parameter in a MODULE to be the modulation destination via direct selection, thereby creating a link between the source and destination in the fewest number of possible steps. Since the MOD MATRIX itself has been expanded to allow new modulation destinations with many more VOICE parameters and macros being added to the destinations, there are now many more sound design options available.

ASM has also updated the RANDOM page so users can set a percentage of how much randomisation takes place in each MODULE. Many more usable patches result from an added second patch randomisation option that generates a new patch by pulling in a random selection of values from other patches, which themselves are selected at random from every bank by combining various aspects of patches that are already known to be useful.

The PRE-FX and POST-FX modules both benefit from the addition of a new stereo Distortion effect, with controls for Drive, Tone, Asymmetry, and the Overdrive curve, as well as Output level.

LATCH mode moves things onwards and upwards, allowing users to press a key and have that key stay holding for as long as the LATCH button itself is enabled — ideal for ambient and generative patches.

System setup changes courtesy of the Version 1.5 firmware update include a Save System state, allowing users to boot up their Hydrasynth with a patch of choice; shorter timing options in Vegas mode; additional (Buchla®) 1.2V per octave support via the CV OUTPUTS; an option of selecting MIDI CC mode or NRPN (Non-Registered Parameter Number) modes, making automation in DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) that do not support NRPNs possible, while that all-important user-assignable ribbon controller can now send NRPN or pitchbend data — all aiding ASM in making major strides in advancing its Hydrasynth sensation... dive deeper than ever before!

Jupiter X Play Session

Major OSC

"Just a bit of fun on the Jupiter X before it's sold. Posted on reverb. If this video is live, then it's still for sale.

These mostly factory sounds. It's the synth I like patch diving on. Reminds me of the wonderful sounds of the 80's and 90's."

https://www.majorosc.com

MajorOSC Element 6 Full Bank Preview for Sequential's Prophet 6

Major OSC

Be sure to check out MajorOSC's other synth presets here as well.

"Out of leftfield, MajorOSC brings 100 fresh new patches to Sequential's Prophet 6! Available Now at http://MajorOSC.com/Element6

Element 6 presets sound organic and alive. Expect plenty of movement, rhythm, variety, and that unmistakable MajorOSC style; bold, musical, and addictive to play.

This is nothing short of a joy ride on one of the best VCO analog polysynths currently on the market.

No themes. No limits. Wait, no theme? Nope. So what is Element 6?

This is a collection of analog synth patches designed for electronic music. This should become exceedingly apparent once you hit the play button. Genres; Progressive House, Big Beat Techno / Industrial, Synth Pop, and Classic Rock. Expect a healthy dose of soft and sophisticated pads, grimey and far-out distorted epic leads, ultra smooth plucks and keys to throw down your latest chord progression ideas, and last but not least, some deep funky bass.
There's 2 main sections of Element 6, split evenly 50/50.

The first 50 presets are a variety of sounds that explore the prophet 6. They're designed to strike a balance between experimental and accessible. They're edgy, yet musical and fused onto familiar patch types that tend to work incredibly well on VCO synths. In other words, they'll be musical and expressive, as opposed to conceptual and useless.
The second half is relatively more organized, for your convenience. Expect to find 10 or so of each; Bass, Pads, Distortion/Leads, Arps. and classics. They're the ones I designed with the intention for you to use them as go-to starting points. They're purpose built to be ready for throwing down in a jam session, or new project/track. But they're made in a way that should allow easy tweaks without too much head scratching.

Inflences of this Patch Bank include the following artists:
Eric Prydz / Pryda *2005-2010 progressive house era*
Quincy Jones
Chemical Bros
Tycho / Ghostly Digital
The Rolling Stones
GrandMaster Flash & The Furious Five
Nine Inch Nails
Vangelis
Haywyre
Maceo Plex / CrossTown Rebels
DeadMau5
Knife Party
Crystal Method
Alice in Chains

(That'd be the most incredible and random lineup to have at a concert wouldn't it?)"

Novation Peak Demos and Patches by Major OSC

You can find the patches at http://www.majorosc.com/

Note the playlist above features quite a few videos, a couple of which are lengthy. You can use the controls on the bottom of the player to skip around. You'll find tutorials, feature overviews, and demos.

Playlist
1. SuperWave Collection Trailer - Blackbird Storm
2. HIGHLIGHTS
3. SuperWave Collection for Novation Summit - Full Preview - Singles
4. SuperWave Collection for Novation Summit - Full 128 Patch Preview
5. Pianos and Keys on Novation Summit - Included in SuperWave Collection
6. MajorOSC.com unveils SuperWave for the Novation Summit - Coming June
7. Import Serum Wavetables into Novation Summit and Peak in LIVE Edit mode
8. Major Oscillator - Evening Throwdown feat. Novation Summit ASM Hydrasynth and Hive.

Novation Summit Versus ASM Hydrasynth - In Depth Discussion and Walkthrough (See description)

Major OSC

"Important Correction of Information: The Summit uses DIGITAL Envelopes, and DIGITAL LFO's. The Filter as well as the distortion unit are Analog. My apologies for the incorrect information.

A Special Presentation from Major Oscillator:
1 Hour of discussion comparing the Novation Summit and ASM Hydrasynth. What an incredible duo of polyphonic synthesizer bliss!
Spoiler: There's no winner in the end. But if you own one, and are interested in the other, this video might give you some valuable insight. Also I compare these 2 synthesizers to women. At the very least it's some synth related entertainment to keep you smiling while we're all stuck indoors. Stay healthy and happy. Check out http://www.majorosc.com for patches featured in the video.

Shortcuts times updated and now correct.

CHAPTER / SECTION SHORTCUTS
SUMMIT:
Demo
5:12 - How are the effects on Summit ?
6:27 - LFO's
9:24 - Envelopes
9:43 - Who the F*** is Spirit Catcher ? - Envelopes put to good usage...
12:39 - After-touch - It's all about position...

ASM HYDRASYNTH
13:42 - Demo
14:57 - Filters
18:04 - Envelopes
21:37 - Unrivaled abilities to sequence, despite having no sequencer!
22:50 - lead up to - Does analog really make a difference?
24:26 - Can this thing do lush, spacious analog pads? - Um, YES.

COMPARISON and CONTEXT: Feel and Touch
26:20 - INTRO - ASM arrives with features not seen in decades...
26:51 - Poly Aftertouch Support: 2 Synths can be even better when they're together...
27:52 - The Keybeds

A CLOSER LOOK:
Oscillators, Wave Forms, Wave Tables, Depth, Width, Tips for Modulations, and Sound Characteristics...
33:57 - SUMMIT
46:28 - HYDRASYNTH

59:13 - Are they worth their price?
1:01:34 - Presets... Good? Sort of Of. Bad? Some would say so. Great 3rd party banks available? YES

1:02:05 - Emails Received from Customers after the release of Ignition...

Greg Tripi - Composer -
"Really loving everything you’ve built in this release. A few of your sounds have already made it in to a film I am scoring. I even used one of the presets in a new Amazon series I’m doing with Cliff Martinez. We’re big fans of this sound."

Gerald Nahrgang -
"I am particularly surprised about the -bright piano- (025). Not that it sounds very authentic, but it feels very good to play."

MajorOSC Mayhem... Playing presets, talking a bit, make a few points, playing some more...
1:04:37 - PIANO - "Better than an old Casio Piano? F*** Yeah it is"

Playtime:
HYDRASYNTH
1:05:54 The Crunchy BroSteppy Trap-tactular Spaghetti Monster...
1:07:40 Mod Wheel Radio - Hydrasynth is the new king of Industrial
1:13:09 - Goin "Haywyre" with a vocal lead

SUMMIT
1:15:39 - I made a piano sound for a piano lesson, but mostly because I hadn't purchased a P45 (yet).
1:16:30 - Lovely Keys
1:17:52 - Summit can get you movin' and groovin'
1:18:13 - Summit is sort of like a lush polysynth from the 80's with a modern touch.
1:21:50 - My favorite lead: Major Oscillator (that's right, I named a patch after me)
1:23:42 - Bored In Canada - A great Multi from Dave Spiers
1:25:04 - more of Deckard's Ride - what a pad!

1:25:28 - Which one sounds the best (to me)

THE FINAL WORD: If these 2 synthesizers were women...
1:25:56

Corrections:
At 22:55 I meant to say extra LFO, not envelope"