Cradleapps The Prince Explained

If you've heard a hit by Drake, The Weeknd, Taylor Swift, or James Blake over the past decade, you've likely heard the work of producer Frank Dukes. And with The Prince, Cradleapps has brought his sound to the masses in the form of an incredible new virtual instrument. Join studio expert Thomas Cochran for a deep look at the sounds, features, and playability of this softsynth with this in-depth The Prince video tutorial. These videos are for new users of The Prince.

Videos

• Intro & Browser (14:37) - Thomas introduces the course and covers the basic structure of the instrument, the browser, and preset management features available.

• Source Controls (10:04) - Learn how the Source controls are used to adjust the voicing and pitch of the instrument. This video also shows how adjusting the detuning settings can allow for interesting unison effects.

• Filter & Amp (15:14) - Next, discover the Filter and Amplifier sections and how they can be used to edit sounds. You'll also learn how to use the envelopes to make instrument patches more dynamic.

• LFO (11:26) - Explore the LFO section and learn how it can be used to add dynamic modulation and movement to your patches.

• Effects Pt. 1 (11:53) - Next, we take a look at the effects and learn how they can modify our sounds, unlocking a lot of advanced sound design possibilities.

• Effects Pt. 2 (06:44) - To wrap up the discussion on the effects, Thomas demos the last few devices and shows how they can be used to adjust your sounds.

• Keys Patch (12:15) - Learn how to make a custom keys patch from scratch, including layering sounds, creating custom modulations, and adding effects.

• Bass Patch (11:41) - Finally, Thomas demonstrates how to make a textured 808 kick from several synth lead layers. This patch shows off how flexible the instrument is when it comes to designing your own custom patches.