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Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 26 Apr 2015, 20:00
by koloman
I am also waiting for Your new FM Sounds. I think many of the sounds in the sample library can built with the synth machine and as You stated there is then much more fun playing and tweeking...

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 28 Apr 2015, 16:33
by neolithic
Well here goes. I finally sat down and started putting this together. I did it as a document, as I figured people would want to work through it with their instrument.
I added some basic synth background for those new to it, but if you just want to know FM you can jump to that section.

First draft - so its rough and ready, but usable. Feedback, corrections and constructive criticism welcomed!

Once I complete the guide to making the other types of sounds i've mentioned, i'll post them as .ns2p programs for the lazy ones :D
Synthesis on the Nord Stage 2 - DRAFT.pdf
Stage 2 synthesis guide - FIRST DRAFT
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UPDATE: I've uploaded a newer version of this guide - see later in this thread. When it's completed I will post it as a new topic so it's easier to find.

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 28 Apr 2015, 18:04
by Tyoung5147
This is fantastic, thanks for your work! I'll be excited to work through the guide soon!

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 28 Apr 2015, 18:21
by AinTziLLo
I don't have a stage 2 or a stage 2 ex but this is a great work!
Thank you Neolithic!

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 28 Apr 2015, 19:37
by Marlowes
Hej Neo!

This looks very promising, nice and tidy ... I'll read it carefully at the (boring) office tomorrow! :thumbup:
Perhaps I'm even going to fetch my NS2 from the attic some day ... ;)

EDIT: Brilliant! I've read version 1.0 thoroughly now and I'm really looking forward to the next version. Thanks, mate! :clap:

/Amicalement
Michael in Scania

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 28 Apr 2015, 20:10
by neolithic
Marlowes wrote:Perhaps I'm even going to fetch my NS2 from the attic some day ... ;)
I wrote this specifically to encourage you to bring it down from the attic! :D

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 28 Apr 2015, 20:11
by neolithic
AinTziLLo wrote:I don't have a stage 2 or a stage 2 ex but this is a great work!
Thank you Neolithic!
Thanks! When I finally buy an NLA1 I will do an updated version for that synth! Meanwhile I am sure you will find there is some stuff that is relevant to the NLA1

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 28 Apr 2015, 20:55
by Merlimau
Hi neolithic

Great. Just printed out and start to read and try out on my NS2 …

Question: which program is the oscilloscope and how to install it in a manner when I twiddle the knobs on the NS2 that I can see what happens on the oscilloscope.

Merlimau

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 29 Apr 2015, 07:51
by neolithic
Merlimau wrote:Question: which program is the oscilloscope and how to install it in a manner when I twiddle the knobs on the NS2 that I can see what happens on the oscilloscope.
I think it's called v64 - but if you google software oscilloscope you will find lots. Most are designed for electronic engineering use, so go,for a simpler one as possible
You need to run the audio signal into your PC same as if you are recording into a DAW. As far as how to configure and use the oscilliscope software, I predict a 20 page thread coming, which I want to avoid if I can ;)

Re: FM Synth deciphered

Posted: 29 Apr 2015, 08:59
by NoDirection
Thank you so far, I am very much looking forward for more, I think the instruction manual covers the synth part way to superficially - As a beginner I would like to have a thorough guide showing me the possibilities - and especially focusing on the Stage 2 synth. I find it difficult to relate a general - "tutorial focus on subtractive ('analog') synthesis" to the Stage 2 .

And don't be afraid of repeating whats in the few pages in the manual, if it clears up the different subjects.

Gunleik :-)