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Software Synths Demystified (with Jon Audio)

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Today, Dave welcomes synth guru, Jon Audio ( @jonaudio ) and they delve into the world of synthesizers, discussing favorites like Zebra, Omnisphere, and Vital, highlighting the importance of user-friendliness, third-party support, and learning through presets.
Watch this episode on YouTube!
https://youtu.be/6Jp263rPPbE

00:00
- Intro & welcome
01:52 - Weekly check-in
06:47 - Software synths demystified with Jon Audio
09:00 - Overcoming the "fear factor" of programming synthesizers
10:42 - What is an oscillator?
14:00 - FM synthesis basics
15:01 - What is an LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)?
17:50 - What is granular synthesis?
19:52 - What is physical modelling synthesis?
22:18 - How should people get started with synthesis?
26:55 - Jon's "Mount Rushmore" of favorite synths
41:29 - Thoughts on synth presets as sounds and learning tools
52:00 - Outro and how you can join the 52 Cues community
Find Jon on YouTube
https://youtube.com/@jonaudio
Jon's Presets
https://jonaudio.gumroad.com

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Join the 52 Cues Community! – https://my.52cues.com
It's free to post your cues for feedback from the community, network with other composers, and ask questions about the industry!
Plus, member subscribers get extra perks like workshops, livestreams, cue breakdowns, live feedback sessions, hundreds of hours of video archives, and opportunities to submit to real music libraries.
One-on-one coaching sessions and video critiques also available at http://52cues.com/coaching!
Note: Links may be affiliate links which generate a small commission but at no extra cost to you!

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Chapters

1. The Progression of Learning and Synths (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Synthesis (00:13:37)

3. Exploring Synthesizers and Learning Techniques (00:23:37)

4. Overview of Synths (00:28:22)

5. Beginner-Friendly Synths and Their UI Design (00:32:35)

6. Discussion on Synth Presets and Support (00:40:14)

7. Preset Packs in Synthesizers (00:45:09)

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Today, Dave welcomes synth guru, Jon Audio ( @jonaudio ) and they delve into the world of synthesizers, discussing favorites like Zebra, Omnisphere, and Vital, highlighting the importance of user-friendliness, third-party support, and learning through presets.
Watch this episode on YouTube!
https://youtu.be/6Jp263rPPbE

00:00
- Intro & welcome
01:52 - Weekly check-in
06:47 - Software synths demystified with Jon Audio
09:00 - Overcoming the "fear factor" of programming synthesizers
10:42 - What is an oscillator?
14:00 - FM synthesis basics
15:01 - What is an LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)?
17:50 - What is granular synthesis?
19:52 - What is physical modelling synthesis?
22:18 - How should people get started with synthesis?
26:55 - Jon's "Mount Rushmore" of favorite synths
41:29 - Thoughts on synth presets as sounds and learning tools
52:00 - Outro and how you can join the 52 Cues community
Find Jon on YouTube
https://youtube.com/@jonaudio
Jon's Presets
https://jonaudio.gumroad.com

Cymbal SFX - Bowed! Elevate your soundscapes with Cymbal SFX - Bowed—a masterful collection of 68 unique bowed cymbal performances, meticulously recorded for tension-filled tracks and cinematic trailers. Now available exclusively at Production Music Tools!
https://productionmusictools.com/products/bowed-cymbals-by-52-cues

Join the 52 Cues Community! – https://my.52cues.com
It's free to post your cues for feedback from the community, network with other composers, and ask questions about the industry!
Plus, member subscribers get extra perks like workshops, livestreams, cue breakdowns, live feedback sessions, hundreds of hours of video archives, and opportunities to submit to real music libraries.
One-on-one coaching sessions and video critiques also available at http://52cues.com/coaching!
Note: Links may be affiliate links which generate a small commission but at no extra cost to you!

  continue reading

Chapters

1. The Progression of Learning and Synths (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Synthesis (00:13:37)

3. Exploring Synthesizers and Learning Techniques (00:23:37)

4. Overview of Synths (00:28:22)

5. Beginner-Friendly Synths and Their UI Design (00:32:35)

6. Discussion on Synth Presets and Support (00:40:14)

7. Preset Packs in Synthesizers (00:45:09)

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