Phonec Explained

Synth wiz Michael Morrise presents in-depth Psychic Modulation Phonec video tutorials! Learn all about this amazing virtual synth plug-in, the genres it's best suited for, and how to make an assortment of classic synth patches from scratch. These videos are designed for new Phonec users and those with a basic understanding of synth terminology and sound design.

Videos

• Overview (03:55) - Welcome to Phonec. Michael welcomes you and gives you an overview of Phonec's Signal flow, MIDI learn, GUI modules, GUI resizing, and preset and sub-preset management features and how to use them.

• Making Noise (07:29) - Learn about Phonec's master controls and oscillator architecture, including powerful functions like drift, pulse width, and special mix modes and when to use them.

• ADSR & Filters (06:24) - Discover Phonec's Amp and filter ADSR and their dedicated controls, as well as get a basic overview of Phonec's dual-filter LPF/HPF architecture.

• The Effects (08:37) - Michael reveals Phonec's high quality effects, including EQ, Chorus, EchoShifter, and Melt FX. Plus, see how to route other tracks in your DAW to use Phonec as an FX unit for their sounds.

• Modulation (05:10) - Get an overview of the Phonec modulation switchboard and the various modulation generators found in it, such as LFO, HFO, envelope, and aftertouch. Michale then gives a deeper explanation of Phonec-Specific functions.

• Arpeggiator & Sequencer (04:29) - Learn how to use Phonec's awesome arpeggiator and sequencer modules to add pitch and/or timbre motion to your sound.

• Bass Sound Design (07:09) - Michael now gives you dedicated sound design tutorials focused on bass. See how to quickly make a Moog-style funk bass, a Disclosure-style FM bass, and a Weekend-style synthwave bass all from scratch.

• Lead Sound Design (10:36) - See how to design from scratch four legendary lead synth sounds as used by The Cars, MGMT, ABBA, and Daft Punk.

• Keys Sound Design (11:56) - See a walkthrough of designing classic Clavinet, glockenspiel, celesta, Mellotron flute, and Hammond B3 patches from scratch.

• Pad Sound Design (07:50) - Michael shows you how to create glorious pad and ensemble sounds perfect for a wide variety of genres.

• SFX Sound Design (11:58) - Wrapping it up, watch how to design famous sci-fi film sounds, such as a computer "bleep bloops," lightsabers, and Hans Zimmer-esque BRAAAM horns.