I popped in today to cook up a headbanging drum and bass mix. Hope you guys like it. But mainly, I made it for myself and my daily walks. I tried again to mix the styles and get those long transitions right. Think one transition was a bit off, but who cares? Drop a comment with wishes, ideas, or critiques.
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In this tutorial, I explored a unique approach to creating distortion effects in Bitwig by utilizing wave tables instead of traditional transfer curves. Here's a summary of the key points:
Introduction to a Distortion Device Using Wave Tables: Instead of adjusting a transfer curve, I demonstrated loading a wave table to morph through and create various distortion effects. This includes features like a DC filter, drive, and mix knob.
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2024-03-21 11:24:20 +0000 UTC View Post
In my response to "trendcast," I express understanding of the frustration that comes with comparing one's work to others and the evolving nature of personal art. I highlight the importance of not giving up on music as a form of self-expression, despite the challenges. Here's a breakdown of how I approach creating a track in Bitwig, emphasizing the process of starting simple and gradually adding complexity:
In this video, I demonstrate creating a loop from scratch in Bitwig Studio using only its built-in features, emphasizing special techniques for sound design:
I attempted to replicate Harmony Bloom, a polyrhythm generator, in Bitwig Studio, and here's a brief overview of how it went:
I've been getting a lot of questions about Trash 3 from iZotope. In this video, I'll show you how I would set up Trash 3 in Bitwig. The focus is on recreating the core features without achieving an identical interface or sound but maintaining a similar workflow. Here's a summary:
I just reviewed the new plugin called Bloom by Oeksound, alongside their other spectral-based plugins, Soothe and Spiff. Here's a concise overview:
In my tutorial, I delve into an advanced technique for achieving a well-balanced mixdown in music production by utilizing the EQ+ tilt setting and key tracking modulators in Bitwig Studio and VST plugins. Here's a summary:
In this tutorial, the focus is on the Behringer Poly D, an entry-level analog synthesizer that ignited the presenter's passion for analog synthesis. The Poly D, a more affordable alternative to the Mini Moog, offers a raw and unfiltered synthesis experience, devoid of menus, displays, or presets. Here's a summary of key points and how the Poly D is utilized:
It was a beautiful Sunday today, and I thought I'd whip up a little mini-mix with some more minimal Drum and Bass 170bpm tunes. I'm trying, just like I used to, to extend the transitions and not just cut from drop to drop. I remember really enjoying long transitions back in the day, when the pads and melodies would blend with the drums and basses of the previous tune.
By the way, if anyone has tunes they'd like to see incorporated into a set, feel free to drop me...
2024-03-10 18:49:38 +0000 UTC View PostI was a bit bored today and thought I'd record a few sequences while playing on my synths. Nothing special, just messing around.
The bass comes from the Poly-D, arps from the M32, drums from the DFAM, and a Drone + Pianoteq from Bitwig. I havent saved it, just a throwaway jam.
To create a vocal rider plugin in Bitwig using the envelope follower for recording modulator to automation lane, follow these steps:
KVR recently launched a free local plugin management application for Windows and Mac. This tool scans your hard drive for VST2, VST3, and CLAP plugins, listing all installed plugins on your drive. Users can synchronize this list with KVR to receive updates, leave reviews, or engage with forums. The application features include:
In this video, I showcase a highly efficient and sonically pleasing grain preset I've developed for Bitwig, emphasizing its simplicity, sound quality, and low CPU usage. Here's a quick summary of the key points:
This is the project post to my track "Tritonage". I bounced everything in the project, but the samplers and original tracks are still untouched in there. Also included are the two samplers with the Triton samples I showed in the last tutorial. If you have problems opening the project, let me know!
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2024-03-02 12:43:25 +0000 UTC View Post
I'm adding various harmonics in and out with the @MoogSynthesizers Subharmonicon, running it through a Valhalla Supermassive, and recording everything in Bitwig. In @bitwig , I'm playing a random backdrop that I created in another tutorial video yesterday 2024-03-02 12:37:46 +0000 UTC View Post
In this video, I shared a workflow for creating complex patterns or ambient tracks using a simple sampling technique. Here's a summary of the key points:
I created an ambient music track using 32 instances of PaulStretch to produce unique drone sounds or ambiances. Here's a simplified overview of my process:
One of the tracks I made for #FAWM 2024. It all came together within an hour. I took a bit more time for the mixdown. The recordings are from Berlin, Lichtenberg. I think the bleak apartment buildings and the industrial vibe really add something special to the track.
Download MP3 320: https://bit.ly/49MxoSa
The project for Bitwig will also be available here soon for Premium subscribers, ...
In today's tutorial, I explored high-precision, mathematically correct, and latency-compensated sidechain compression for bass in Bitwig Studio, highlighting its critical importance for bass music producers in genres like drum and bass or dubstep. Here's a concise summary:
In the video, I use the free plugin PaulXStretch 23 times. In each instance, I've recorded one note and a unique sound from the Korg Triton. Each instance also has a different recording length, different panning and stretches the sample differently. It's always great to see and hear how you can create soundscapes with such simple workflows.
2024-02-24 12:28:11 +0000 UTC View Post
In this Bitwig Studio tutorial, I shared innovative EQ techniques and creative sound design processes. Here's a summary of the key points:
I crafted a tutorial on how to use an envelope follower in Bitwig Studio to modulate the frequencies of a filter on a bass track using the amplitude of drums on a drum bus. This approach aims to create dynamic interaction between the bass and drum tracks, preventing the bass from sounding too static and lifeless. Here's a summary of the key points:
Just snagged a new Denon SC Live 2 console. Used to spin real vinyl years ago, but ended up selling it all. Now, I'm diving back in, and honestly, it's a blast without the hassle of lugging around records and dealing with turntables.
I've been playing around with some mixes in the evenings and decided to record a little Drum and Bass mix with tracks I'm into. Check it out and enjoy!
2024-02-19 22:06:25 +0000 UTC
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This video offers a comprehensive tutorial on FM (Frequency Modulation) synthesis within Bitwig Studio, emphasizing its utility for sound design and understanding sound synthesis beyond Bitwig users. It begins with a query from Reddit about FM synthesis using a sampler, leading to an exploration of various FM techniques, including:
In this video, I demonstrate how to integrate a multi-out VST drum machine, specifically XLN Audio XO, with Bitwig Studio's native drum machine, allowing each drum pad to trigger separate sounds from the VST. Here's a summarized walkthrough:
In this tutorial, I explored several innovative techniques to achieve auto EQ effects similar to the Waves Factory Equalizer within a digital audio workstation using stock devices, primarily focusing on Bitwig Studio. Here's a summary of the methods I discussed:
Baue einen schönen oldschooligen dancefloor wobbler mit Bitwig. Er braucht noch etwas feinschliff aber der Kern ist ganz gut!
2024-02-12 18:12:00 +0000 UTC View Post
In this Bitwig Studio tutorial, I explored creative EQ modulation techniques using the Polymer synthesizer with a saw wave, the EQ+ device, FX grid, and voice stacking. Here's a concise overview:
In this Bitwig Studio tutorial, I shared a quick tip for mixing and mastering, especially focusing on comparing frequency distributions between elements such as kick drums, bass, and other parts using spectrum analyzers. Here are the key points: