CLASS 1: Sampler (Ableton)

 

• Getting familiar with Sampler’s UI.

• Loading in a sample and further fine-tuning it.

• Creatively use the Pitch/Osc tab to add life to your sample.

• Utilizing the Filter/Global tab to further shape your sound.

• Adding movement using the Modulation tab.

• Briefly going over the Zone tab.

• Using the above-learned techniques to manipulate a sample/loop.

 

CLASS 2: Kontakt 

 

• Going over Kontakt’s interface.

• Using automation in Kontakt.

• Loading in Libraries.

• Meaning behind the key color coding in the libraries.

• Use Kontakt’s Sample Editor to manipulate your sounds/loops.

• Basics of Mapping Editor and Wave Editor in Sample Editor.

• Setting up External Instrument in Ableton (to use multiple libraries/samples using only one instance of Kontakt and still have the power to individually process each library/sample in their own respective channels.)

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CLASS 3: Sylenth1

 

• Recap of various components of synths (Oscillators, Envelops, Modulators, Filters, FX Section.)

• Points to consider before you start sound designing.

• Introduction to Sylenth’s Interface.

• Utilizing multiple oscillators in Sylenth.

• Different slide modes in Sylenth.

• Power of Envelope and LFO modulation in shaping your sound.

• Making use of the Miscellaneous section in Sylenth.

• Adding effects to your sound.

• Sound designing with Sylenth.

 

CLASS 4 - 6: Serum

 

Class 5

• Going over Serum’s interface.

• Global tab and additional Unison settings.

• Introduction to Wavetables and Waveforms and the difference between them.

• Making basic sounds with Serum.

• Utilizing Velocity and Note modulations.

• Some tips to get the most out of the FX Section.

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Class 6

• Different warp modes in Serum.

• Uses of the Matrix Section.

• The complex sound design in Serum.

• Macros and their uses.

 

Class 7

• Introduction to Wavetable editor.

• Make your own wavetable using any sound or image.

• Utilizing our self-made wavetable to make various sounds.

• Going over any doubts that students have with Serum.

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CLASS 8: Showcase Your Sounds

 

• Students can showcase their own sounds.

• Any doubts regarding sound design are more than welcome.

• Some additional tips to make sound designing a fun and easy process.

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