Waves Element Explained
Waves debut virtual synth is a knockout! Mark Struthers digs deep into this sonic necessity, showing you all the nooks and crannies, making learning this synth elementary.
Videos
• Setting Up (07:06) - Quickly learn how to set up Element with specific preferences and options for ‘standalone’ operation as well as for use with a DAW.
• Oscillators & Voltage Controllers (08:00) - By taking an overview of the one page view of Element, you’ll learn about two of the most important components in synthesis and their interrelation in sound creation.
• LFO & Mod Matrix (08:04) - Here, once an original oscillated tone has been created, you’ll see that the process of synthesis can be adapted by the use of low frequency oscillation in combination with the Mod Matrix.
• FX Section (10:00) - To further adapt a patch, here you’ll see how to use the FX section to add rhythmic patterns and movement.
• EQ Section (11:11) - Learn how to use the 4 band fixed frequency EQ module to sonically sculpt your patch.
• Arpeggiator / Sequencer (07:51) - Learn how to incorporate the integrated 16 step sequencer and arpeggiator to create further evolving movement to a patch.
• Global Adjustments (05:31) - Here, you’ll discover uses for the global section to lock the tempo of Element with a DAW. Additionally, learn about utilizing the HD option to increase sonic quality and to save CPU resources.
• Using Presets (09:24) - Learn how to access, adapt and integrate presets into your workflow, either in standalone mode or within your DAW and create user defined presets.
• Adapting Presets (06:35) - Here, you’ll see how to further adapt a preinstalled preset to use as a starting point for your own sound creation.
• Sounds from Scratch (09:40) - In this tutorial, you’ll be walked through the process of creating a sound from scratch starting with a full reset.
• Building a Track (10:06) - Learn how to use multiple instances of Element to build a track within your DAW.