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January 2023
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BECOME A SYNTH POWER USER
This month, we’re going to help you master your instruments and become a power user in every aspect of synthesis. So prepare to load up your favourite plugins and take your programming to another level…
Subtractive synthesis
Considered the baseline of synthesis, subtractive synthesis is
Dr Bob
While there were many explorations into synthetic sonic
Harmonically challenged
Fig 1. Harmonic series represented in music notation
Modulation
Moving beyond the basic elements of subtractive synthesis,
Amps and modulation
Just as the oscillator will flow to the
The bigger the sound
Without wishing to state the obvious, some synths
Taking the pulse
There are many elements to be found lurking
Wavetable synthesis
Taking the subtractive concept a stage further, we explore one of the most interesting synthesis formats, where the waves get bigger and bolder
Other forms of synthesis
In the pursuit of ever more creative ways to create new sounds, let’s see some of the other synthesis formats, some of which you might be using without even knowing it…
6 of the best paid-for subtractive synths
Want subtractive softsynths that are a cut above? Here’s our checklist of the latest and best paid must-haves
UVI Vintage Vault 4
Mac/PC/iOS €599 This epic collection of vintage
6 of the best paid-for nonsubtractive synths sounds
Want to take your synthesist’s knowledge to the next level? Try these paid synths which gravitate away from the subtractive norms towards extreme processing
6 of the best free synths
There’s an abundant supply of free alternatives, across all styles of synthesis. Here are six of our free prize-picks
TAL-NoiseMaker
Mac/PC Fulfilling that perfect space for a basic
ZebraCM filtering harmonics
One of the most identifiable electronic sounds around is created by resonating harmonics using a filter
Wavetable ala Thomas Dolby on Retro Synth
Wavetable synthesis is an excellent medium for creating sound with movement
ZebraCM subtractive – punchy filter bass
Some sounds are exceptionally useful, and one is a straight subtractive bass sound with a sub oscillator
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SYNTH POWER!
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ZebraCM bespoke LFO filter bass
Synth masterclass
From mono to stereo
Mix masterclass
Reviews
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BLEASS Megalit €99
BLEASS’ product line continues to grow, and Megalit is their most adventurous release by far and could be the sonic wrangler you need
Cherry Audio Sines $59
Cherry Audio’s newest virtual synthesiser is all about the fundamentals. We follow the Sines and head back to some waveform basics
Moog Moogerfoogers $249
One of the most respected synth companies in the world reinvents its much-missed pedal lineup through software
PreSonus Studio One 6 £370
Bulging with new upgrades, Studio One 6 smartly tailors your workflow to be more honed than many other DAWs. But is it worth the switch?
Audio Damage Other Desert Cities (AD054) $79
The latest intriguingly named plugin from Audio Damage provides creative delays and modulation, with inspiration from an unlikely source
Lifeline Console £69
Dial-in sumptuous layers of analogue warmth and tape-y goodness with Excite Audio’s latest multi-moduled mixing tool
Vochlea Dubler 2 £189
Turning hummed melodies into malleable MIDI just got that bit easier thanks to a slick new update to Vochlea’s vocal alchemist
IK Multimedia iLoud Precision 6 €999 each
Desktop music making specialists IK Multimedia have stepped into the pro market with their new monitors, but should you step up with them?
Hydratek M EKKA€29.99
100 cinematic Serum presets to take your futuristic
Ashibah 4 E.V.E.R £29.95
Dancefloor-focused artist pack from the Danish/Egyptian producer with
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For their first ever spaced-out ambient sound pack,
Acoustic Jungle Breaks £12
Super crisp set of 87 breaks, played by
LollieVox Vocal Essentials $12.50
EDM, pop, and dance vocals from a Nashville
Warehouse Techno $25.95
Slamming techno samples built for their spiritual home.
Deep Breaks £16.95
Eight loved and laboured-over construction kits, representing the
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XILS LAB 3.2 CM EDITION
This month we have an all-new update for the CM Suite – the excellent XILS 3.2 CM gets a 2022 revamp
Psychedelic samples!
Cosmic! Two new and one classic pack of psychedelic samples plus a huge pack of future drums! Download them now from bit.ly/cm316downloads
Psychedelia
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