Arturia CZ V Explained

Synth guru Tyler Coffin takes you back to the future with tutorials on Arturia's awesome recreation of the legendary Casio CZ-101/1000 synthesizers from the '80s! Learn all of its features and functions as well as how to make sounds with this truly unique virtual synth. These videos are designed for new CZ V users.

Videos
Introduction & Overview (02:46) - Here we begin with a brief look at the broad aspects and nature of the Arturia CZ V as well as a bit of history before digging further into this unique model of Casio's classic synthesizer line.
Background of Phase Distortion Synthesis (04:59) - Before we get to the specifics of the CZ V, it helps to understand its form of synthesis. Phase Distortion Synthesis is somewhat similar to FM synthesis and even subtractive synthesis in practice, but making the distinctions and having a firm grasp of what exactly is happening under the hood will help you as we start to make the CZ V produce some spectacular sounds.
Overview & The Front Panel (13:47) - In this video, we take a look at the main interface and general layout of the CZ V. Then on the front panel, we can see the basics of the instrument and a simplified hub of a lot of features that we can control with greater detail once we dive deeper.
The Synthesis Section Pt. 1 (08:04) - Now we're ready to dive into the heart of sound generation in the CZ V, the Synthesis section. This is where sound design will start, and it's also where we will work directly with the CZ V's phase distortion synthesis.
The Synthesis Section Pt. 2 (06:27) - Here we continue through the CZ V's Synthesis section and learn how we can implement the two Lines in conjunction with each other to get modulations or two sources of sound.
The Envelopes Tab (13:21) - Now take a look at the Envelopes tab, where we can create and edit the movement of many different aspects of sound synthesis over time.
The Modulation Tab (12:42) - In the Modulations Tab, discover how you can create connections between many parameters of the CZ V and plenty of modulation sources from keyboard commands to envelopes. The LFOs and Combine sources are also found in this tab which is covered in detail.
The Effects (11:54) - Here we get into the Effects tab, where we can add different touches and flavor to our sounds with many effects and routing patterns for them.
Preset Management & the Browser (08:23) - Now take a closer look through the CZ V's browser and its collection of awesome pre-made sounds. Then, learn how to add your own presets and get them organized for future use.
CZ V Sound Design: Phase Distortion Overview (06:21) - Before getting into our specific sound design examples, we get a wider look at how different configurations of settings for the Phase Distortion synthesis can yield different kinds of sonic results in the CZ V.
CZ V Sound Design: Bass (07:39) - See a few examples of sound design by making a bass sound with the phase distortion engine!
CZ V Sound Design: Lead (10:00) - In this video, we go through a few examples of sound design by making some awesome lead sounds!
CZ V Sound Design: Pad (11:08) - Now explore ways to make spacious pads that have evolving movement which can thicken a mix.
Conclusion & Review (05:52) - Now that you've seen and worked through every corner of the CZ V, we close things out with a few comments and a review before setting you off to make some amazing sounds with this amazing instrument!