Synths & Sound Design

Tutorial | Jun 01, 2017 by Hollin Jones

PO-32 Tonic from Teenage Engineering puts a wealth of cool FX at your fingertips. Here's a hands-on example of how to program, tweak and record them in real time.

Tutorial | May 27, 2017 by Histibe

Designing sound for specific kinds of video projects requires its own unique approach. Here's how you should approach it, and some pitfalls to watch out for.

Tutorial | May 18, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Noise is sometimes less well understood than oscillators, but it's just as important when making synth patches. Here's a quick guide to the different noise types and how to use them.

Tutorial | May 13, 2017 by Shane Berry

We all lust after shiny new gear from time to time, but is it always a good idea? Shane Berry has some advice on when to leap, and when to only look.

Tutorial | May 12, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Get into the details of how the Moog Modular V from Arturia generates and shapes its sounds with this short video.

Tutorial | May 05, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Ever wondered how synth maestros Depeche Mode build their signature sound? Here's a look at how you can do it for yourself.

Tutorial | May 01, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Sometimes paid less attention than other parts of a synth, the noise section is actually a powerful tool when designing sounds. Multiplier explains why.

Tutorial | Apr 22, 2017 by Scott Riesterer

You might be a champion synth tweaker, but do you know what the different types of oscillators on your instrument actually do? Our guide will explain all...

Tutorial | Apr 19, 2017 by Shane Berry

When it comes to recording, mixing, and mastering, or any aspect of music production, you've probably not considered it being similar to making a sandwich. Perhaps the two are actually closely linked?

Tutorial | Apr 15, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

If you love the sound of this track, G.W Childs is here to show you how to recreate it in your own studio using Ableton Live and some creative vocoding.

Tutorial | Apr 14, 2017 by Joe Albano

You have probably seen the software versions, but how much do you know about the legendary hardware synths that inspired generations of music makers?

Tutorial | Apr 13, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Oscillators are at the heart of many kinds of synthesized sound. In this video you'll see how they can be tweaked to make better pads, or indeed many other types of patch.

Tutorial | Apr 11, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

What better way to liven up your performances than with some patterns and movement? Here's how the volca FM's arpeggiator works, plus a few insider tricks...

Tutorial | Apr 11, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Some synths have a bigger learning curve than others, but with an expert to guide you through, life can be much easier! Rishabh Rajan is here to help.

Tutorial | Apr 06, 2017 by Hollin Jones

MIDI... you know all about it, right? Everyone does. Well here are a few things that you may not have known about this ubiquitous technology...