Synthesis with Max: Physical Modelling hero

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Synthesis with Max: Physical Modelling

Level

Beginner

Duration

1h 32m of video content

Format

Self-paced video

Added

03/11/2021

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Part 1 - Introduction and building a delay line

Course overview

Learn to program Physical Modelling synthesis devices in Max

Learning outcomes

Build Physical Modelling devices via MSP oscillator objects

Explore Physical Modelling spectral sonic properties

Construct modulation sources for Physical Modelling synthesis devices

Define the sonic timbre and strengths and weakness of Physical Modelling synthesis

Who is this course for?

  • This course is for people with a programming background who are interested in creating synthesis devices.

Requirements

  • A computer and Internet connection
  • A good working knowledge of computer systems
  • A basic awareness of audio processing
  • Good familiarity with MSP
  • Access to a copy of Max 8 (i.e. trial or full license)

Course content

Course Overview

2 lessons

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  • What you will learn in this course
  • Requirements

Synthesis with Max: Physical Modelling - LIVE Session

7 videos, 1 resource

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  • Max patches
  • Part 1 - Introduction and building a delay line
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  • Part 2 - Introducing noise sources
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  • Part 3 - Feedback Processing and filtering
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  • Part 4 - Adding Midi control of pitch
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  • Part 5 - Adding a sequencer
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  • Part 6 - Developing the sequencer by adding random
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  • Part 7 - Porting to Max For Live and Q&A
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Instructors

Ned Rush

Ned Rush

Instructor

Duncan Wilson (aka Ned Rush) is a musician, producer and content creator based in the UK. Whilst perhaps largely known for his Youtube channel, he has also released music independently as well developing content for Isotonik Studios.

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