Virtual Guitarist IRON Explained
In this in-depth tutorial series, computer music guru Eli Krantzberg shows you how to get rocking with this innovative and expressive new guitar instrument from UJAM, Virtual Guitarist IRON!
Videos
• Power Chords for the Rest of Us (05:10) - After a quick lesson on power chords, take a first look around and see how Iron’s GUI is set up.
• Chord Analysis (05:52) - Learn how Iron translates notes and chords played on the keyboard, into two note power chord voicings. Some of the Common Phrases are briefly demonstrated in the context of a simple rock groove.
• Working with Styles (06:41) - Explore the layout of the Common Phrases and Style Phrases, and experience them in action as they are recorded in real time while triggering an original chord progression.
• Performance Controls (04:19) - The Swing, Feel, and Speed controls can alter the rhythms and grooves generated by the Style Phrases.
• Guitar, Amp, & Effects Sections (07:59) - Learn how the Thrust and Drive controls interact with pickup and amp settings. Hear how the tuning, doubling, and effects are used to shape the sound.
• Mixing Strategies (08:15) - Explore three different arranging/mixing workflows that combine multiple instances of Iron playing together simultaneously.
• File Management (03:55) - Discover where the factory data is stored and how to move it; and see how to save and delete user presets.