Results You Can Expect From This Course
This course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to:
- With this course you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to
- Build an FM synthesizer with basic parameters such as main oscillator, amp envelope, modulating oscillator, filters, and monophonic/polyphonic modes using Max MSP programming language
- Use FM synthesis to modify and combine waveforms to access a wide range of different timbres and sounds.
- Get a grasp of the basics of Max MSP programming and use this knowledge to put together your own audio devices within Ableton
- Employ advanced programming techniques to create original, functional patches you can share and even sell
- Create a user interface for your synth that allows you to actually open it and use it in Ableton
- Craft a wide variety of impressive sound effects and instruments from scratch with your own synth
- Stop relying on stock preset synths and unlock a realm of infinite possibilities
About Your Instructor
Josh Hodge, a highly versatile and promising talent in the global electronic music scene, is renowned for his skills as a DJ. He has graced the stages of renowned establishments worldwide, including M1nt (Shanghai), Chinawhite (London), and Indochine (Zurich). Additionally, he has been sought after to perform at private events for some of the biggest celebrities in the world. Notable appearances include Rihanna’s event at Bungalow 8 (London) and Jay-Z’s performance at Chinawhite (London Brits Afterparty 2010).
As a producer, Josh Hodge has gained widespread recognition for his exceptional work. He has released tracks on esteemed labels such as Toolroom, Ministry of Sound, and Downright. His music has found its way into the playlists of iconic figures like Eric Morillo, Eddie Halliwell, Adam F, and many others, garnering him support from industry giants.
Tutorials In This Course
- 1. Intro
- 2. Max MSP Basics
- 3. Main Oscillator
- 4. Envelope and Midi Control
- 5. Creating A User Interface
- 6. Filter
- 7. FM Oscillator
- 8. Making The Synthesizer Polyphonic
- 9. Mono:Poly Mode Switch
- 10. Glide and Finishing (Part 1)
- 11. Glide and Finishing (Part 2)
Software Used In This Course & System Requirements
Software Used In This Course:
- Ableton Live 10
System Requirements:
- Intel Mac with OS X 10.7 or later, 4 GB RAM
- PC with Windows 7, 8 or 10. 4GB RAM
