Techno Grid from Scratch

In this video, I walk through how I build grid patches from scratch, showing that while the setups might look complex, they're really just simple instruments and effects layered together.

I explain my process step by step, starting with a kick drum and gradually building up a groove with hats, claps, bass, and arps, all while tweaking parameters for a more interesting sound. I also touch on how I arrange everything on screen for my videos to make the patches appear compact, and share a few tips on organizing and refining patches for better workflow and presentation.

If you're curious about modular music production or want to see behind the scenes, I hope this gives you some useful insight and inspiration for your own projects.

• Explanation of how grid patches are built and why they look complex

• Overview of multiple instruments and effects in one patch

• Demonstration of building a techno groove from scratch in Bitwig Grid

• Step-by-step creation of a kick drum with envelopes, pitch, and wave shaping

• Addition of hi-hats using noise and modulation for variation

• Construction of a clap sound and using filters for groove shaping

• Introduction of a bassline with phase shifting and filtering

• Use of modulation and quantizers to add groove and musicality

• Creating an arp with phase modulation, delays, and reverb effects

• Explanation of filter pitch tracking and separation of amplitude and filter envelopes

• Arrangement tips for making patches more visually appealing and compact

• Advice on managing complexity and using modular approaches in music production

• Encouragement to explore and rearrange patches for learning and creativity

• Mention of sharing presets and patches on GitHub for viewers to download

Download the Patch (the raw one from the video): https://bit.ly/4eFxE96

(more soon here)