MASSIVE X: Sound Design Vol 1
Chapter 1 : Introduction
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0:34 Introduction
In this video, Thomas introduces the course and what will be covered throughout the videos.
Chapter 2 : Pads & Chords
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10:43 Juno Synth Stab
Learn how to re-create classic Roland Juno style synth sounds using the advanced modulation features within Massive X.
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9:36 Glass Keys
This video shows you how to make glassy synthetic keyboard style sounds using a verity of ambient effects.
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10:23 Film Score Super Saws
Learn how to make a patch inspired by the sounds of the legendary Yamaha CS-80 synthesizer and the music of blade runner.
Chapter 3 : Bass
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8:59 Growl Bass
In this video, Thomas shows how to create complicated modulated baselines using the performance envelopes, wavetable modulation, and distortion.
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9:36 Nuro Dnb Bass
This video shows how to create an aggressive modulated Nurofunk bass.
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9:15 808 Kick
Watch how to synthesize a custom 808 kick drum sound and how to adjust it to fit the track you are making.
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8:12 Stab Bass
This sound design video shows how to create a distorted baseline by splitting the audio signals of the synth and using a band-pass filter in parallel.
Chapter 4 : Lead
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7:05 8-Bit Lead
Learn how to create an arpeggiated 8-bit retro style lead synth patch.
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8:41 Sync Lead
This video shows how to create a distorted lead sound by using multiple frequency shifters to create a distorted phasing effect.
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8:02 Single Note Chord Lead
In this video, Thomas demonstrates how to create an Indi electronic style lead synth patch that uses the chord unison mode to fill out and thicken the sound.
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8:19 Ambient Arp Pad
This video shows how to create an arpeggiated pad that can be used as an ambient backing element for your projects.
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8:27 Sci-fi Bass Pad
Learn how to make an ambient bass stab that can be used for film score type tracks.
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10:20 Space Chords
In the last video, Thomas explains how to create a cool polyphonic chord patch with a layered white noise effect.
Product Overview
Thomas Cochran brings you sound design videos using Native Instruments MASSIVE X! Learn to create basic EM workhorse sounds as well as more intricate, evolving patches perfect for film and soundtrack work. These MASSIVE X tutorials are great for those just starting out sound designing with MASSIVE X, as well as intermediate MASSIVE X programmers.
Thomas welcomes you and then gives an overview of what will be covered in the video tutorials, and then jumps right in, showing you how to craft a classic Juno Synth Stab sound using the advanced modulation features found within Massive X. Next, you'll see and hear how to make synthetic keyboard sounds, including a patch that sounds like the legendary Yamaha CS-80 synthesizer found in the music of the classic Blade Runner movie soundtrack.
Moving on, you'll discover how to create popular Bass patches like Growl Bass, Nuro DnB Bass, and Stab Basses. You'll even see how to make a killer 808 Kick Drum patch from scratch! Lead sounds are next, and Thomas reveals how to create a cool 8-Bit Lead sound, Sync Lead, and a powerful Chord Lead sound that utilizes Chord Unison Mode to fill out and thicken the patch.
Wrapping it up, you'll explore making interesting Ambience and FX patches such as an Ambient Arp Pad perfect for backing duties, a Sci-Fi Bass Pad that evolves by incorporating the powerful MASSIVE X arpeggiator feature, and a powerful Space Chords preset that is a polyphonic chord patch with a layered white noise effect.
To see what these MASSIVE X tutorials teach you and how they'll help you to learn sound design with MASSIVE X, see the individual MASSIVE X tutorial descriptions on this page. If you're ready to learn sound design with MASSIVE X, or just get new ideas for your existing sound design skills, this collection of MASSIVE X videos are just what you need. Start making your own patches from scratch with MASSIVE X today... watch “MASSIVE X: Sound Design Vol 1" now.
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Reviews
Submitted 3 months ago
Super helpful explanations to make your own patches
This was an awesome tutorial! He explains why he modulates certain things and what the effects are supposed to do for the patches. And then has great examples of how to use those sounds. I only wish there was more!
I am a: Beginner, Student, Hobbyist, Producer, Beat Maker, Sound Designer, Ableton Live
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Submitted 1 year ago
Excellent course.
The teacher gives very precise yet deep explanations on how he creates the sound, giving us insights of how the inner mechanics of Massive X works, while staying always on point with the tutorial. The pace is perfect, allowing you to follow in real time with a massive x instance aside, sometimes just pause the video to process the technical explanations. That was a very interesting course, I learned a lot about Massive X.
I am a: Beginner, Musician, Logic Pro
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Submitted 1 year ago
Excellent Presentation
I have only one recommendation. I think thatThomas speaks just a little to fast. If he could just speak a little more slowly it would make his presentation absolutely perfect.
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Reviews
Submitted 3 months ago
Super helpful explanations to make your own patches
This was an awesome tutorial! He explains why he modulates certain things and what the effects are supposed to do for the patches. And then has great examples of how to use those sounds. I only wish there was more!
I am a: Beginner, Student, Hobbyist, Producer, Beat Maker, Sound Designer, Ableton Live
Submitted 1 year ago
Excellent course.
The teacher gives very precise yet deep explanations on how he creates the sound, giving us insights of how the inner mechanics of Massive X works, while staying always on point with the tutorial. The pace is perfect, allowing you to follow in real time with a massive x instance aside, sometimes just pause the video to process the technical explanations. That was a very interesting course, I learned a lot about Massive X.
I am a: Beginner, Musician, Logic Pro
Submitted 1 year ago
Excellent Presentation
I have only one recommendation. I think thatThomas speaks just a little to fast. If he could just speak a little more slowly it would make his presentation absolutely perfect.
Thomas Cochran electronic musician and multi instrumentalist from Austin Texas, who now lives in Los Angeles. He focuses on creating electronic music that features both ambient and classical influences.
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
I started playing music at a young age, starting with classical guitar. This started my love for music and eventually expanded into learning other instruments as well. To date, I have had over ten years of classical experience and training as well as additional instrumental experience.
2. What training have you had?
I grew up studying classical guitar and composition and eventually started applying my classical knowledge to learning other instruments as well, ranging from violin, cello, keys, and drums.
3. When did you get intro recording?
I got into recording out of necessity when me and some friends started a band back in high school and couldn't afford studio time. Through this, I learned about music production and recording and haven't looked back since.
4. Why are you so good at training people?
I love learning about the technical aspects of music production, this helps me understand the how music production works under the hood. I have also worked for several years creating music production tutorials online.
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