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What Is Subtractive Synthesis
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Have you ever wondered how that warm, thick, sometimes gritty classic synth sound is made? At the heart of it all lies subtractive synthesis—a foundational technique in electronic music production. From the warm hum of a Moog to the sleek precision of a virtual synth, subtractive synthesis is everywhere. While…
Understanding Synthesis in Ableton Live 11: Wavetable, Additive, and Subtractive Techniques
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When electronic music producers seek specific sounds, they often turn to synthesis. Synthesis transforms electronic signals into sound, allowing you to create everything from horn and bass sounds to abstract atmospheres and unique instruments. By manipulating audio at the waveform level, you gain access to an almost infinite palette of…
Ableton 11 Preferences: Plug-ins
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Plugin settings are another set of configurations that control how Ableton finds, loads, and manages the additional software tools you use to create music. These tools, called plug-ins, extend Ableton’s capabilities by adding effects, instruments, and processing capabilities beyond what comes standard in the software. Lets start our exploration of…
