
Iris 2 Explained®
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3:57
Overview
A brief overview of the Iris 2 Software Synthesizer.
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13:10
Patches, Samples & Oscillators Pt. 1
First, William shows us the patch selection tool and shows us around the presets section. William then shows us some of the different wave shapes and oscillators within Iris 2, and plays through some sounds so we can hear the synth in action. We then go through some of the samples that Iris 2 includes, and then William shows us the different modes we use to control the instrument.
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5:46
Patches, Samples & Oscillators Pt. 2
In this video, William shows us how to create our patches and how to improve our own file management within Iris 2. William then shows us the Voice Mode and Midi Assign section. Then William goes through the Glide, Intensity and Output knob at the top.
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2:59
Sample Pitch, Pan, Level & Keymaps
Learn how to assign pitch, level, panning and key mapping for each tone in an Iris 2 sound.
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10:06
The Spectrogram Section
Learn how to use the spectrogram tools to extract exactly what you need sonically from each tone in an Iris 2 sound.
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13:26
The Effects Section
Learn about the 4 built-in effects processors and the different routing modes for the effects.
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8:36
Control & Modulation Pt. 1
William shows us what an envelope is and it's different controls (ADSR), and helps us understand how to use an envelope in different ways by assigning them to different parameters. William shows us the different shapes and modes within the LFO section, and gives us some examples on how to assign them and start making interesting sounds.
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5:04
Control & Modulation Pt. 2
William shows us Real Time Controllers, and how the assignment / modulation works within Iris 2. William then shows us how to many parameters with just one knob by using the Macro knobs, and gives us some different examples of interesting sounds by experimenting with the simple parameters.
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3:49
Layout & Global Settings
Learn about the different global options and the sizing and layout customization of Iris 2.
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3:32
Using Iris 2 for Sound Design
Learn how to use Iris 2 to manipulate basic sound sources into an evolving sound effect.
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4:24
Remixing with Iris 2
Learn how to use Iris 2 to reassemble different parts of a song into a new version.
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4:27
Using Iris 2 as a Musical Tool
Learn how to use the sounds in Iris 2 to quickly create an evolving composition.
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5:05
Using Iris 2 as a Sample Processor
Learn how to import a sample and use the various features of Iris2 to drastically change it.
Product Overview
iZotope's Iris 2 sample-based synthesizer offers a dizzying level of flexibility and potential, and virtual instrument expert William Sprawls shows you how to tame this beast!
Will first introduces just how powerful this instrument is, with its amazing Filters, Modulators Effects, and 11GB Factory Library. He then begins with Patches, Samples, and Oscillators, teaching you the fundamental building blocks of this creative tool.
From there, Will teaches you how to use the Spectrogram, and explores the 4 Built-in Effects Processors and different Routing Modes. After going through the basics, Will shows you all of the Modulation and Control Tools at your disposal, as well as your Global Settings and Layout Options.
Finally, Will shows you how you can use Iris 2 for Sound Design, Remixing, and of course as a Musical Tool. If you're an Iris 2 user looking to dive into this monster synthesizer, or if you're just curious about what this unique instrument has to offer, watch "Iris 2 Explained" today!
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Reviews
Submitted 7 months ago
Very Helpful
Good tutorial to quickly find your way around Iris 2.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Bitwig Studio, Logic Pro, Studio One
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Submitted 7 months ago
Now I look more confidently at Iris 2
Now I will create analog patches. After all, Iris 2 is a lot of cool samples from hardware
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 10 months ago
A bit rambling, but a good demo
I'm new to Iris 2, so this was OK. Exposed me to some of the novel features, however much of the tutorial was too much detail about the features that are common to all synths (ADSR, LFO, Filters) and some of the more tricky features were just quickly demonstrated. Sound mix had voiceover too high (or conversely, synth output too low).
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training
Submitted 1 year ago
Excellent tutorial on using Iris 2.
Excellent tutorial on using Iris 2. The first few lessons are very effective in learning the UI.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Very good tutorials.
I learned a lot about Iris 2. Well done!
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Sound Designer, Sound for Film/TV, Ableton Live, Cubase
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Awesome Kick Start to Iris 2
I got Iris 2 and several other sampler and synths "just in case" but not really the time to jump in the many functions Finally I took time to check out some more tutorials and this one just helped me massively to understand the power of Iris 2 but also to understand all the knobs for other synth software I use, thumbs up, highly recommend Examples are good in this tutorial and the guide is amazing ! No further questions haha
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Reaper
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
i HAVEN'T PURCHASED ANYTHING FROM IZOTOPE THAT HASN'T IMPRESSED ME. THE EASE OF USE, THE FUNCTIONALITY, THE DEPTH AND THE OVERWHELMING POSSIBILITIES. I THINK THE EASIEST WAY TO PUT THIS IS THAT EVERYTHING THEY TOUCH IS GOLDEN, AMAZING, JUST UNBELEVABLE. SIMPLY THE BEST
RECORDING SOFTWARE, SYNTHS AND PROCESSORS SERVE NO PURPOSE IF THEY AREN'T REALLY WELL THOUGHT OUT. IZOTOPE IS WELL THOUGHT OUT AND THESE TUTORIALS HELP REACH THE DEPTH THAT IZOTOPE OFFERS IN EACH AND EVERY PRODUCT.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Time to buy!
I've been looking at Iris 2 as a potential buy. After walking through the various features and abilities I am ready to pull the trigger.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Very thorough overview.
This video does a really good job of introducing the Viewer to Iris 2, but it ALSO is a great video for folks that are new to software synthesis in general, because it includes a lot of general information about LFOs, envelopes, filters, modulation assignments and other basic concepts in synthesis and sampling. Highly recommended!
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Mastering Facility, Sound for Film/TV, Acid, FL Studio, Reason
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 4 years ago
Good tutorial and tutor.
Been interested in getting this synth for a while, mainly for some ambient sound design stuff. This tutorial explained the ins and outs of it for me. The tutor is particularly good, not speaking too fast or slow and giving just the right depth of information. As opposed to a lot of other tutorials that seem too shallow, or give me too much at once that I can't follow easily. Will be checking out his other tutorials.
I am a: Hobbyist, Producer, Reaper
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Reviews
Submitted 7 months ago
Very Helpful
Good tutorial to quickly find your way around Iris 2.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Bitwig Studio, Logic Pro, Studio One
Submitted 7 months ago
Now I look more confidently at Iris 2
Now I will create analog patches. After all, Iris 2 is a lot of cool samples from hardware
Submitted 10 months ago
A bit rambling, but a good demo
I'm new to Iris 2, so this was OK. Exposed me to some of the novel features, however much of the tutorial was too much detail about the features that are common to all synths (ADSR, LFO, Filters) and some of the more tricky features were just quickly demonstrated. Sound mix had voiceover too high (or conversely, synth output too low).
Submitted 1 year ago
Excellent tutorial on using Iris 2.
Excellent tutorial on using Iris 2. The first few lessons are very effective in learning the UI.
Submitted 1 year ago
Very good tutorials.
I learned a lot about Iris 2. Well done!
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Sound Designer, Sound for Film/TV, Ableton Live, Cubase
Submitted 1 year ago
Awesome Kick Start to Iris 2
I got Iris 2 and several other sampler and synths "just in case" but not really the time to jump in the many functions Finally I took time to check out some more tutorials and this one just helped me massively to understand the power of Iris 2 but also to understand all the knobs for other synth software I use, thumbs up, highly recommend Examples are good in this tutorial and the guide is amazing ! No further questions haha
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Reaper
Submitted 2 years ago
i HAVEN'T PURCHASED ANYTHING FROM IZOTOPE THAT HASN'T IMPRESSED ME. THE EASE OF USE, THE FUNCTIONALITY, THE DEPTH AND THE OVERWHELMING POSSIBILITIES. I THINK THE EASIEST WAY TO PUT THIS IS THAT EVERYTHING THEY TOUCH IS GOLDEN, AMAZING, JUST UNBELEVABLE. SIMPLY THE BEST
RECORDING SOFTWARE, SYNTHS AND PROCESSORS SERVE NO PURPOSE IF THEY AREN'T REALLY WELL THOUGHT OUT. IZOTOPE IS WELL THOUGHT OUT AND THESE TUTORIALS HELP REACH THE DEPTH THAT IZOTOPE OFFERS IN EACH AND EVERY PRODUCT.
Submitted 3 years ago
Time to buy!
I've been looking at Iris 2 as a potential buy. After walking through the various features and abilities I am ready to pull the trigger.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer
Submitted 3 years ago
Very thorough overview.
This video does a really good job of introducing the Viewer to Iris 2, but it ALSO is a great video for folks that are new to software synthesis in general, because it includes a lot of general information about LFOs, envelopes, filters, modulation assignments and other basic concepts in synthesis and sampling. Highly recommended!
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Mastering Facility, Sound for Film/TV, Acid, FL Studio, Reason
Submitted 4 years ago
Good tutorial and tutor.
Been interested in getting this synth for a while, mainly for some ambient sound design stuff. This tutorial explained the ins and outs of it for me. The tutor is particularly good, not speaking too fast or slow and giving just the right depth of information. As opposed to a lot of other tutorials that seem too shallow, or give me too much at once that I can't follow easily. Will be checking out his other tutorials.
I am a: Hobbyist, Producer, Reaper