Scaler 3 Explained

Join production wiz Larry Holcombe for an in-depth video tutorial series on Scaler 3! In this Scaler 3 video course, you'll learn how to use Scaler 3 to generate chord progressions, melodies, and much more, all of which can help with loads of production duties like writing, arranging, revising, reharmonizing, to name a few. By the end of this Scaler course, you'll be completely familiar with all the features and parameters and ready to start using it in earnest right away. These Scaler videos are designed for new Scaler 3 users.

Videos

• Introduction & Interface (07:23) - This video introduces the series and outlines the different areas of the interface. We discuss the differing functions of the Browse, Arrange, and Create pages leading to the creation of compelling chord progressions and song structures. We also outline the plugin operation modes, demonstrating the use of Scaler 3 as a virtual instrument or MIDI effect.

• Header Menu (04:33) - We explore the options available in the header menu next. Here, we can access presets, various export options, and the Settings menu.

• Browse Page Section A (06:55) - Next up, we look at section A, which provides the ability to choose chord sets and scale presets from Scaler 3's database.

• Browse Page Section B (04:37) - This video is concerned with section B. Here, we can access Scaler 3's full database of scales. This shows the mother scale from which our section A chord set is derived.

• Browse Page Section C (09:37) - Next up, we cover Section C, where you can access custom chord progressions, explore complementary chord suggestions, preview your chord set with an instrument of your choosing, and save or export your chord set to use within your DAW.

• Create Page Pt. 1 (11:25) - This video covers the Create page, starting with the circle of fifths, which allows us to alter existing chords or find entirely new ones. We also cover the various tabs within the modulation section, providing the ability to move from scale to scale with modulation paths.

• Create Page Pt. 2 (07:11) - We cover the Explore, Colors, and Sketch options next, all of which provide further options for creating new and exciting chord progressions.

• Arrange Page (08:46) - In this video, we demonstrate the Arrange page, which is a multi-rack DAW-style environment where instruments and performances can be layered all based around the Section C main track. See how to arrange clips and add expressions and articulations to create dense compositions.

• MIDI Editing (07:49) - Next up, we continue to look at the MIDI editing options, including the MIDI modifier sidebar for wholesale, bulk changes to MIDI clips. We also investigate the MIDI editor, which acts more like a traditional piano roll for more in-depth MIDI editing.

• Mixer (04:12) - We explore the Mixer next, which affords control over each track, including Solo, Mute, Pan, and Volume. We can also add third party plugins as both instruments and audio effects here, expanding the versatility of Scaler 3.

• Instrument Panel & Global Controls (12:16) - Learn all about the Instrumental Panel next, including both the Piano and Fretboard modes. We also examine the global controls, which allow motions, swing, and voice groupings to be added to the main chord track.

• Export Options & Detection Circuits (05:30) - Finally, we complete our look at Scaler 3 by covering the Export options, both MIDI and audio. We also demonstrate the detection function enabling MIDI to be detected from both audio and MIDI sources.