Captain Chords Explained®
Chapter 1 : Explained
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3:39 The Captain Plug-ins Suite
In this video, Larry introduces the series and also explains the two basic sways of utilizing the plug-ins in this series as either Audio Unit sound modules or MIDI FX.
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12:31 Choosing Keys & the Interface
Larry now covers ways you can choose your scale or key in Captain Chords while also outlining the different areas of the plug-in GUI. Then learn all about the different ways you can "play" the plug-in as a sound module, a chord jamming instrument or an automatic progression generator.
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11:47 Chord Progressions, Rhythm, & Timing
In this video, explore some of the automatic chord generation features of Captain Chords, and go through how to choose from the library of progressions, timings and rhythms to access a whole world of musical possibilities.
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3:11 The Sound Preset Area
In this video, see how to choose presets, tailor them to your needs using Reverb, Delay and Filtering, and then how to automate these parameters.
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6:38 Space, Strum, & Swing
Now discover how the Space knob allows you to introduce spaces into your progressions in different ways. Then see how to introduce a strumming action to your progressions mimicking a guitar. Finally, learn how to introduce 8th and 16th note swing in order to enhance the groove of your progressions.
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8:06 Manually Creating Chord Progressions
Explore how to manually generate chord progressions by using the add function, and amend those chords for extra harmonic interest. Altering inversions, octaves, flavors and complexity is then shown, followed by how to add rests and also custom chords.
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3:58 Editing Your Chords
In this video, learn all about the editing features of Captain Chords including MIDI chord detection, chord info and the split function, so you can generate your own rhythmic patterns.
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3:41 Arrange Progressions & Interact with Your DAW
Larry now shows how he uses Verse, Pre-Chorus, Chorus and Drop to create different song sections. You can then drag these into the DAW?s arrange page to arrange these progressions to create your track!
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13:06 Captain Deep
Now discover Captain Deep including how to connect it to Captain Chords, and then generate different types of basslines and grooves. You'll also learn how to make sure your song sections line up between the two plug-ins, and how to manually jam a bassline using the Play Tab.
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8:29 Captain Melody
In this video, explore Captain Melody and see how to add a melody to your track. Larry covers using tension, rhythm and pattern to generate a series of different melodic lines, allowing the track to have a topline melody. Then see how the two-way communication between the plug-ins works, and how to jam using the MIDI and Qwerty Keyboard.
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5:16 Jamming New Ideas with Captain Play
In this final video, head over to Captain Play and watch how to use your MIDI keyboard and Qwerty Keyboard to play back new melodies and jam chord ideas.
Chapter 2 : 2.1 Update
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5:42 2.1 Update
In this video, Larry outlines the new Rhythm recording feature of Captain Chords 2.1, which allows you to record custom rhythms using your mouse, computer keyboard or MIDI keyboard, and then quantize and overdub the results for amazing results.
Chapter 3 : Captain Chords 5 Update
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10:51 New Features in Captain Chords 5
In this video, we cover the new rhythm record function that allows custom rhythms to be recorded in, using either the MIDI or computer keyboard. Larry also goes over how to host VST plug-ins from right inside the Captain Chords interface, and then demonstrates the new MIDI editing capabilities of Captain Chords and the enhanced Play functionality.
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10:29 New Features in Captain Beat
Larry explains and explores the new Drum Fill feature of Captain Beat, which allows you to quickly generate high quality drum fills in different genres. You'll also see how to build a beat using the extremely useful Foundational Rhythms to quickly generate a custom drum groove. Larry then outlines the new Import and Export functions for Captain Beat.
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12:21 Captain Melody Update Pt. 1
Learn all about the workflow of the completely redesigned Captain Melody, including how to load the plug-in and control other instruments, how to use the plug-in as a sound module, as well as how to use the Move Tool and Idea Box to create melodies using different conditions.
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12:17 Captain Melody Update Pt. 2
In this video, Larry breaks down the Lanes Tab, the Pencil Tool and Brush Tool which allows you to further sculpt your custom melody ideas.
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11:59 Captain Melody Update Pt. 3
Next up Larry goes into detail on the Import, Magic Record and Play Tabs offering another way of interacting with Captain Melody.
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6:50 Captain Melody Update Pt. 4
In the final video, on Captain Melody 5, you'll learn about the Velocity and Tension Tabs, as well as how to use the Arrangement Tabs in conjunction with Captain Chords.
Product Overview
Studio production wiz Larry Holcombe brings you in-depth Captain Chords video tutorials! Mixed In Key's amazing chord production machine is an indispensable writing tool. Learn how to use Captain Chords to create fantastic chord progressions for your songs and productions, quickly and easily.
Larry starts out by welcoming you and then explains the two basic ways of utilizing Captain Chords as either a plug-in sound module or MIDI FX. Then you'll see how to choose your scale or key in Captain Chords, learn more about the different areas of the plug-in GUI, and the different ways you can “play” the plug-in as a sound module, a chord jamming instrument, or an automatic progression generator.
Moving on, explore how the Space Knob allows you to introduce spaces into your progressions in different ways, and how to give a strumming action to your progressions mimicking a guitar. Larry then shows you the Sound Preset area where you can select presets and then tailor them to your needs using Reverb, Delay, Filtering, and Automation.
Throughout the rest of the video series you'll see how to manually create chord progressions, edit your existing chords, arrange progressions in your DAW, and use both Captain Deep and Captain Melody for even more creativeness. Plus, you'll also learn how to jam new ideas with Captain Play an important feature added in version 2.1, and much more.
To see what each video is about and how they can help you learn Captain Chords, see the individual Captain Chords tutorial descriptions on this page. If you're new to producing with Captain Chords and want to learn it inside and out, this collection of Captain Chords videos will turn you into a super hero in no time! Make better chord progressions today... watch “Captain Chords Explained®” today!
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Reviews
Submitted 1 month ago
Great stuff.
Presenter is very experienced in his subject. What amazing software is around these days. Watching this video series will provide a foundation of knowledge for the successful use of these plugins. Great stuff.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 months ago
So simply explained and easy to follow!
Thank you so much Laurence!
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 months ago
Very Good
I gonna buy captain chord ,Good Product to have in the tool box
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Submitted 5 months ago
Extremely Helpful and Useful
This course is super comprehensive and a great way to learn how to construct chords if you’re not well versed in music theory. Not only that; this course makes you want to brush up on music theory, which in my opinion is an even bigger takeaway.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 5 months ago
Useful
Good basic level introduction of this software for first time user.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 6 months ago
Great Course
A great course teaching equally great software. Highly recommend.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 9 months ago
Nice...
...but he play to long with diffent instruments and rhythm. Should explain just the functions it needs just quarter oft time...
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Submitted 1 year ago
Groove 3 did it again!
Really really good tutorial on everything Captain!
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Enjoying the course
Opening my eyes to different ways of using it.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Sound for Film/TV, Ableton Live, Logic Pro
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Great course to get you up and running
Covers all the functions in detail. Provides just the right amount of info and examples to get you going with chords, bass, melody and play.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Reviews
Submitted 1 month ago
Great stuff.
Presenter is very experienced in his subject. What amazing software is around these days. Watching this video series will provide a foundation of knowledge for the successful use of these plugins. Great stuff.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
Submitted 2 months ago
So simply explained and easy to follow!
Thank you so much Laurence!
Submitted 3 months ago
Very Good
I gonna buy captain chord ,Good Product to have in the tool box
Submitted 5 months ago
Extremely Helpful and Useful
This course is super comprehensive and a great way to learn how to construct chords if you’re not well versed in music theory. Not only that; this course makes you want to brush up on music theory, which in my opinion is an even bigger takeaway.
Submitted 5 months ago
Useful
Good basic level introduction of this software for first time user.
Submitted 6 months ago
Great Course
A great course teaching equally great software. Highly recommend.
Submitted 9 months ago
Nice...
...but he play to long with diffent instruments and rhythm. Should explain just the functions it needs just quarter oft time...
Submitted 1 year ago
Groove 3 did it again!
Really really good tutorial on everything Captain!
Submitted 1 year ago
Enjoying the course
Opening my eyes to different ways of using it.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Sound for Film/TV, Ableton Live, Logic Pro
Submitted 1 year ago
Great course to get you up and running
Covers all the functions in detail. Provides just the right amount of info and examples to get you going with chords, bass, melody and play.
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
I learnt the trumpet and piano around age 12 and then guitar a couple of years later. I played in a few indie bands for a few years until I discovered the turntables and Dj'ing. I then swapped the guitar for the synthesizer and the stage for the Dj booth and the rest is history!
2. What training have you had?
I completed a diploma in sound engineering and music technology from islington Music Workshop in London. I am also level 1 certified in Logic. The most important training I have received though is sitting for hours on end at my studio making music!
3. When did you get into recording?
Recording demos for the indie bands I mentioned earlier. Then recording vocals for my tracks as DEF inc. and laterally Rebel Sonix. I also worked in London studio Rollover in around 2005.
4. People you have worked with/for?
I've remixed Coldplay, Kylie, Roots Manuva and John B. Labels I have released on include Parlaphone, EMI, Fingerlickin, Eight Fx, Quantum, Botchit and Scarper amongst others. I have composed music for Sony Playstation games, Sky tv, J&B Whiskey, Lexus cars and the BBC to name a few. I have produced online tutorial videos and have had a 1 hour production video in Music Techs magazines cover DVD. I have also Dj'ed at events such as Glastonbury festival and Miami WMC and touring extensively all over the world.
5. Why are you so good at training people?
Well hopefully I have a clear and concise training method mixed with a serious passion for making music. I have previously worked for Apple teaching Logic and also regularly lecture on Logic and electronic music production. I also teach the Ministry of Sound DJ academy in London which involves teaching an introduction to Djing as well as in depth seminars on using NI's Traktor and also Serato Scratch Live. As a producer making cutting edge electronic music, I have to remain at the forefront of new sounds and production techniques. I mix my time between different areas of the music industry - production, remixing, DJing and also teaching which allows me to develop all those skills simultaneously - so I can improve my teaching ability whilst also continuing to develop as a producer (something which you never stop doing!)
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