Output Arcade Explained®
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5:04 Overview of Arcade
Larry welcomes you and gives you an introduction to the series, the concepts of Arcade, explains the subscription model, and also covers the basics of the interface.
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6:22 Product Lines, Kits & Loops
In this video, learn the differences between Lines, Kits and Loops, and also how you can search within these areas to find exactly what you're looking for. Previewing loops using the preview box is then covered in detail.
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5:14 Basic Sound Manipulation
Larry now explores using Macros and Modifiers, and gives some quick and dirty tips using the hands on controllers to manipulate sounds in realtime. You'll also go through Session View which allows you to keep everything in the right key.
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2:36 The Menu Tab
Discover how to manipulate Loop speed and various other parameters relating to your loop playback.
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3:50 The Mixer
In this video, explore the various mixer parameters that let you apply fine tuning to your loops, including Volume, Pan, Solo and FX.
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11:04 Editing Loops
See how to use Loop Edit to determine the way in which your loops play back in some advanced ways, including waveform editing, filtering, tuning and timing.
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4:15 Macros & Assigning Parameters
Now learn how to assign parameters to macros, which allow you to create your own assignments for further customizing and the manipulation of your sounds.
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10:00 LFOs & Step Sequencers
In this video, explore assigning these modulators and their various parameters to create a complex modulation routing, specifically by using a macro to introduce modulation.
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13:47 The Modifiers in Detail
Larry now investigates the Resequence, Playhead and Repeater modifiers, as well as shows you how to create Glitch FX and create rhythmic interest in your loops.
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5:42 The FX Section
In this video, see how to use your Send FX 1 & 2, as well as Pre and Post Sends in the process. You'll also learn all about Arcade's Master FX and using the internal sidechain feature.
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5:14 Creating Kits, Importing Loops & MIDI Learn
In this final video, see how to save a custom kit made up of loops we chose, as well as import a series of your own loops and edit the metadata for them. Last but not least, Larry shows you how to map a parameter to a MIDI controller for complete hands on control.
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3:26 1.1 Update
In this video, you'll learn all the new features added to Arcade with the version 1.1 update. Larry explores the workflow improvements, such as being able to download all kits with one click, a resizable GUI and in-app updates. Larry also covers the main improvement which is being able to play back loops at different pitches and also move loops around on the MIDI keyboard!
Product Overview
Studio production wiz Larry Holcombe delivers an in-depth guide to Output's new cloud based virtual instrument, Arcade! Learn all about its features and controls, as well as how to get creative with it.
Larry begins by giving you an introduction to the series, the concepts of Arcade, explains how the subscription model works, and also covers the basics of the interface. Next you'll learn the differences between Lines, Kits and Loops, and how you can search within these areas to find exactly what you're looking for, and more.
Basic sound manipulation is up next, and you'll see how to use both Macros and Modifiers, as well as tips on using the hands on controllers to manipulate sounds in real-time. You'll then explore the Session View which allows you to keep everything in the right key of your song.
Moving throughout the rest of the series you'll visit other areas of Arcade such as the Menu Tab and Mixer, and get complete explanations with real world usage examples of their functions and purpose.
Larry then goes deeper, focusing on Arcade's powerful sound design parameters such as Macros, LFOs, Resequence, Playhead, Repeater, and the FX section. Editing loops, creating kits, importing your own loops and files, and much more are then covered in-detail.
See the individual tutorial descriptions for more info. If you're new to Output's cloud based virtual instrument Arcade, this is the series for you... Watch
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