FM Synthesis with Ableton Operator
In this 14-part video course, Jonny Strinati shows you how to hit the sweet spot with FM Synthesis using Ableton Operator.
Synthesis using frequency modulation or FM Synthesis, is an integral part of any well-rounded sound designer’s bag of tricks offering a vast spectrum of complex, original and authentic sounds.
The concept of FM synthesis is simple but in practice… let’s just say, you’re best off putting in a bit of study if you want to avoid a time wasting disappointment. In this course we explore Ableton Live Operator – a great place to brush up on your skills and start designing FM sounds.
If you’re an Ableton user who lacks the confidence or know how to design your own sounds from scratch using Operator – this course is for you!
Don’t Waste Time – Get The Skills & Start Designing Your Own Sounds in Ableton Operator Today!
Course Overview
After completing this course you’ll be familiar with Ableton Operator, have a practical understanding of FM Synthesis and a strong working knowledge of how to use these tools to design specific sounds. You’ll be able to navigate the 5 core shells in Operator with ease and know how to make the most of the features within to design quality sounds from the classic FM Bell; to the kinds of Bass sounds you can use in future house and garage; to synth pads and more.
Course Features
- 123 Minutes of professional video instruction
- 14 indepth videos each demonstrating essential aspects of FM Synthesis with Ableton Operator
- Save time and improve your sound design skills with professional insights, tips and tricks
- Learn how to handle potential issues before they happen!
- Learn at your own pace, watch as many times as you need to learn the lessons
About Your Tutor
With his informative and approachable manner, experienced British producer, Jonny Strinati, takes the confusion out of complex concepts. Drawing on years of experience as both producer and tutor he’s able to explain using appropriate examples and insights that give you both a genuine understanding of mixing and actionable production skills. Professional instruction from a working producer. It’s like having your own private tutor!
Module 1 – FM Synthesis & Operator Fundamentals
> Intro to FM Synthesis & Osc Shells Study the fundamentals of FM synthesis and get started with an in depth look at the Oscillator Shells.
> LFO Shell Get a comprehensive walkthrough of the LFO Shell and how you can apply LFO modulation in Operator.
> Filter Shell Learn everything you need to know about the Filter shell, looking at the different filter types and circuit types you can use, as well as how you can modulate the filter and use the filter envelope.
> Pitch Shell Discover the Pitch Shell’s features including how to apply Pitch modulation, use the pitch envelope and also how you can add width to synths with the spread control.
> Global Shell Explore the Global shell and find out how you can manipulate the behaviour of Operator and apply extra modulations, how to alter the synths voicing and also look at some extra ‘under the hood’ tweaks.
Module 2 – Mixing Fundamentals
> Sound Design using FM Synthesis Learn how to create both classic and original sounds using FM Operator with individual lessons for designing the following sounds:
- FM Bell
- FM Sitar
- Future House Garage Bass
- Garage ‘Womp’ Bass
- 303 Acid Synth
- Dirty Electro Wobble
> Waveform Modulation Pick up techniques for modulating the waveform selector in Operator for some very interesting and unique modulated timbres.
> FM Sequences Put everything you’ve learnt about Operator’s tempo synced envelopes to work to create sequenced synth sounds.
> FM Pads with User Waveforms Explore your options to create User waveforms in Operator and how you can use these waveforms for FM synthesis to create a warm and rich polyphonic synth pads.
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