Intro to Subtractive Synthesis

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  • Опубліковано 14 тра 2024
  • Let's look at the fundamental principles that all synthesizers use, no matter if they're digital or analog or whatever. They all use this framework, and you can use it to shape your sounds to your taste!
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    Contents:
    0:00 Intro
    1:00 How we won't do it
    1:20 The oscillator
    2:25 The amplifier
    3:10 The piano keyboard as a trigger
    4:16 Envelopes (ADSR)
    8:50 The filter
    11:51 Overview of everything
    12:27 The LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)
    15:02 Outro

КОМЕНТАРІ • 138

  • @OscarUnderdog
    @OscarUnderdog  2 роки тому +5

    Find Oscar's video courses here: courses.underdog.brussels 🖤🖤🖤
    Join the Underdog Discord channel: discord.gg/z5N9CTA 👾👾👾
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  • @AKAtAGG
    @AKAtAGG 2 роки тому +104

    This 'intro' to subtractive synth is better than almost all of the YT videos claiming to be 'advanced'. I've been doing production for 30 odd years and rarely do I see YT videos that make me genuinely listen. Your approach to this whole thing is fantastic - if I was a newbie I would 100% be paying for your courses.

  • @jeremypepin1713
    @jeremypepin1713 3 роки тому +82

    how tf can you only have this few subs you're a true hidden gem

    • @OscarUnderdog
      @OscarUnderdog  3 роки тому +12

      😊 awww. Spread the word, working towards that 1k subs!

    • @_RafaelKr
      @_RafaelKr 2 роки тому +7

      @@OscarUnderdog Wait... You had below 1k subs 9 months ago and now you're at 101.000? That's crazy! More than well-deserved. Congrats!

    • @OscarUnderdog
      @OscarUnderdog  2 роки тому +11

      @@_RafaelKr yeah it's been a wild ride 😂🤘

    • @omarghrawi4671
      @omarghrawi4671 2 роки тому +2

      @@OscarUnderdog the video was already motivating enough. This thread was the icing on the 🎂

  • @rodus1977
    @rodus1977 Рік тому +3

    simple and informative - if I had this amount of information back in the mid 9os, i would have had a much different "timeline" of my life.... but better later than never.. thanks

  • @galaxy_brain
    @galaxy_brain 3 роки тому +40

    Woww, so this must be the quality of education that I'm missing out on in the US 😂. Seriously, the teaching style is both accessible and informative.. cheers, will be keeping up with your videos!

    • @OscarUnderdog
      @OscarUnderdog  3 роки тому +4

      Nice one, this is awesome encouragement 😁 Would be great to get more US viewership as well! Before you know it, we could run online classrooms in US time too!

  • @dwolf9507
    @dwolf9507 Рік тому +7

    Your videos are second to none, have spent many nights listening to your wisdom. Thanks for helping and sharing. Wish you all the much deserved success.

  • @heatherpruner2284
    @heatherpruner2284 2 роки тому +8

    Most of this is review for me at this point, but you covered in under 20 mins what it has taken me MONTHS to wrap my head around! I'm still a newb for sure, but I wish I had been able to see this presentation before I even started getting into synths. I'll be looking into more of your content for my continuing education for sure!

  • @michalkopcinski
    @michalkopcinski Рік тому +2

    Thank you!
    Be proud of you because as young person with fresh mind, you are communicating easier that anybody on YT. I bow low.
    Keep doing and I am sure you will get a new students. That will be the fruit of your labor.
    Cheers mate

  • @user-ll1xo2gf5q
    @user-ll1xo2gf5q Рік тому +3

    Where were you all these years ? Best explanations ever - all videos are spot on!

  • @neuralgiant
    @neuralgiant 2 місяці тому +1

    This is the best video I’ve watched about explaining synths. Thank you for this very educational video.

  • @tanishagilles
    @tanishagilles Рік тому +3

    Wow, just wow. Thank you so much for this thorough explanation!

  • @fatemahakim636
    @fatemahakim636 Рік тому +4

    The BEST explanation I've come across on Subtractive Synthesis. Thank you so much, you are a great educator!

    • @alexradiant2821
      @alexradiant2821 8 місяців тому

      nice for russian music makers, in russia minimal synthesis schools,we are DIY )))

  • @MsRoflDude
    @MsRoflDude 2 роки тому +15

    I've been wanting to get into making electronic music for years, but the learning curve have just seemed to steep for me to commit. After binging hours of your videos i've finally got the courage to get started. I just cannot fathom how I can get free access to such high quality content.
    Once I get my setup ready I can assure you that i'll buy your course! Thank you!

  • @allyouracid
    @allyouracid Рік тому

    Love the analogy with the oscillator as that screaming guy. Nice, informative video, appreciated!

  • @alexstrauss5264
    @alexstrauss5264 2 роки тому +1

    the envelope diagram is so helpful

  • @kalebstattmiller8301
    @kalebstattmiller8301 Рік тому +3

    I love the way you explain this stuff. I’ve watched tons of videos on this subject and they have never been half as effective as this. Thank you so much!

  • @NogueiraMG
    @NogueiraMG Рік тому +1

    Hi, Oscar
    (Sorry for my terrible English)
    I’m total beginner and you videos are helping me to understand the synth basics. Your video about subtractive synthesis is very good.
    Thank you

  • @by_antony
    @by_antony Рік тому +2

    Man, just half way though this video and I am understanding way more than I ever have about synthesizers. I have played around with the parameters to change sounds, but not knowing what I was doing. Thanks for this video

  • @Dubmayer
    @Dubmayer 2 роки тому +5

    Bob Ross of Techno

  • @dadtier564
    @dadtier564 Рік тому +1

    Brother man… I was doing syntorial, and needed a more basic primer before going further. This is THE clearest explanation I have ever seen, thank you so much!! Even LFOs you were able to break down, I am amazed.

  • @chechoaus
    @chechoaus Рік тому

    Oscar, you're actually a great teacher.

  • @danielvonchemnitz4498
    @danielvonchemnitz4498 2 місяці тому +2

    Thank you!! This is all I needed! You really helped this guy who isn’t a good reader but who gets his Information by listening and viewing stuff…you’ve really made my day! Eric

  • @thedecimalspace2977
    @thedecimalspace2977 Рік тому +2

    You're a brilliant teacher. I look forward to taking your courses .

  • @user-mx8rk7ud9x
    @user-mx8rk7ud9x 2 роки тому +1

    I really love it! Thank you for this clear and sharp description!

  • @noemimartinez-santiago366
    @noemimartinez-santiago366 Рік тому +1

    Thanks so much for this lesson. I've been trying to wrap my head around this for years I feel I finally got it. I've passed the link around to my friends learning synths cause I found your way of explaining it super easy to understand and to put into practice. Thanks Oscar, you're the man!

  • @jamesbennett7259
    @jamesbennett7259 Рік тому +2

    all your videos are incredible! thank you!!!

  • @AntoinePGG
    @AntoinePGG 5 місяців тому +1

    Incredibily well explained, thank you so much!

  • @Milan-de9fp
    @Milan-de9fp 2 роки тому

    Great video as allways. You make my quarantine!!!

  • @guillrponce9243
    @guillrponce9243 Рік тому +1

    As always, thanks for your videos!

  • @adhamzaineldin5852
    @adhamzaineldin5852 9 місяців тому +1

    Extremely informative

  • @vincentkloos63
    @vincentkloos63 2 роки тому +2

    Very well explained as always, thanks for sharing this kind of informative audio content ! 🎯

  • @leythecg
    @leythecg 9 місяців тому

    Excellent tutorial both the content and the presentation! Many thanks for this!

  • @chema__gonzalez__
    @chema__gonzalez__ Рік тому +1

    thanks Oscar! this is amazing!

  • @redblock1382
    @redblock1382 Рік тому +1

    The dude in the box is how i imagined the whole time 😮

  • @vj7248
    @vj7248 2 роки тому +1

    Great explanation :D for the longest time i had no clue what all those buttons did on a synth so... Now i get it

  • @rodrigovazquez1954
    @rodrigovazquez1954 9 місяців тому +1

    My man, that is the type of information what I lookin for, thank you so much for that technical and easy approach to synthesis, now I can stop pushing random values with no idea and be more conscious and productive 🙏🖤

  • @seasideman
    @seasideman 2 роки тому

    Beautifully simple explanations, thank you

  • @Aaron_Sievers
    @Aaron_Sievers Рік тому +1

    Great introduction! The metaphors are really helping understanding the abstract concepts of synthesis!

  • @johnaylward6467
    @johnaylward6467 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you. You presented this info in a very easy to understand way. Great video!

  • @ambientthrill6687
    @ambientthrill6687 2 роки тому +4

    You're an absolutely good teacher ! I understood each and every thing very easily !! Thank you so much , I've already subscribed and now I will always wait for your every video 💟

  • @etangrun1406
    @etangrun1406 2 роки тому +1

    Just got into syths and I am so happy that I found your channel. You're abilty to communicate and teach is on another level. I am definitely going to check out your classes.

  • @eduardoleon1918
    @eduardoleon1918 2 роки тому +1

    the ultimate analogue oscillator

  • @TheTFSstudios
    @TheTFSstudios Рік тому +1

    Great video. That was explained very well!

  • @rdsamsterdam6430
    @rdsamsterdam6430 2 роки тому +3

    This channel and the tips from Oscar are lectures of gold. Super helpful tips and tricks etc.
    🎶✋😎🤚🎶

  • @andriypostelzhuk9655
    @andriypostelzhuk9655 Рік тому +1

    Awesome explanations. Really good metaphor.

  • @Kuzurinibubu
    @Kuzurinibubu Рік тому +2

    Thanks alot for your work! It was extremly helpful! :)

  • @talhaeren5021
    @talhaeren5021 5 місяців тому

    I was smiling and laughing all the time while watching your video. How can a one person explain all the important information in a clear and undestandable way for people IS FASCINATING. You are the BEST Oscar!

  • @manuelwurm323
    @manuelwurm323 7 місяців тому

    Thx man! Just perfect and on point! Helped me a lot. 😃😀✌️

  • @19o
    @19o Рік тому

    one of the best teachers i've ever had. thank you and god bless 🙌

  • @Hasufire
    @Hasufire 2 роки тому

    Incredible! thanks a lot, i could understand everything so easily!

  • @yankalesegal5800
    @yankalesegal5800 2 роки тому +1

    Super clear and helps a lot to understand rhe basics. Thanks!!!!!

  • @imambayiltici
    @imambayiltici 2 роки тому +2

    hey thank you for these kind of videos that explains the main idea what is exactly. it helps the beginners.

  • @danielneyland8318
    @danielneyland8318 2 роки тому +1

    Great tutorial def one of the best channels on UA-cam

  • @djpaulmach
    @djpaulmach 2 роки тому +1

    LOVE IT!!!
    Your Channel is pure GOLD!

  • @waoweMan
    @waoweMan 2 роки тому +1

    Gracias Maestro! Love it.

  • @FollowSteveJPN
    @FollowSteveJPN 4 місяці тому

    This was interesting. Please make more. I had fun learning

  • @hanky__lanky
    @hanky__lanky Місяць тому

    amazing tutorial!

  • @thoradamtixotrop9682
    @thoradamtixotrop9682 2 роки тому

    Fantastic. Like always. Thanks so much.

  • @SmileyFabian
    @SmileyFabian 2 роки тому +2

    Really great and informative video! :)

  • @CanalDoAnPhilos
    @CanalDoAnPhilos 2 роки тому +1

    Nice explanation. Thanks

  • @4residentleon
    @4residentleon 2 роки тому +1

    AMAZING video. Thanks a lot!

  • @lukaselliot.
    @lukaselliot. 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks man! This helped a lot :D

  • @kaba1996
    @kaba1996 Рік тому +2

    What a great video! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Badgerr99
    @Badgerr99 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you that was awesome 👍👍

    • @OscarUnderdog
      @OscarUnderdog  3 роки тому +4

      Glad to see this video getting some love! It's an acquired taste 😁

  • @StamikVibe
    @StamikVibe Рік тому

    Thank you so much sir 💓 for great teaching

  • @starman1603
    @starman1603 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the intro, Oscar you my friend just became a part of the journey to some great music of the future much apricated. I will pay you back with amazing synth music ~ STARMAN

  • @ignaciogobet605
    @ignaciogobet605 2 роки тому

    this is great man

  • @nikakebuladze
    @nikakebuladze 2 роки тому +2

    Thaankyou for thiis videeooo, this is total masterpiece, I have finished the course of ableton lately but only now I understood this concept of this things, Please make more videos like this, it is a science and should be explained in a language of science which you know

  • @nostradamusic
    @nostradamusic 2 роки тому

    Excellent! thanks

  • @amali9044
    @amali9044 Рік тому

    Amazing video, thank you🙏

  • @michaelvance1838
    @michaelvance1838 2 роки тому +1

    I have a korg workstation. These pieces often exist on different pages in the menus. I get so confused when I’m making adjustments, sometimes they don’t even change anything audibly! Having this visualization of how sound is being bused helps a lot, thank you! Love the screaming dude osc, haha.

  • @omnione7894
    @omnione7894 Рік тому

    Great video Merci !

  • @cavaliersdeep
    @cavaliersdeep Рік тому

    Thanks the teaching.

  • @nkuzzzmin
    @nkuzzzmin 8 місяців тому

    Thank you!

  • @youriricher1123
    @youriricher1123 2 роки тому +1

    I've been producing for 4 years now, teaching myself of trials and errors and very superficial youtube videos.
    But you managed to teach me precise things that will definitely give me way more tools to control my producing amd creative process ! Subscribe !

  • @riobit
    @riobit 5 місяців тому

    Gracias Oscar !

  • @josephcronin5331
    @josephcronin5331 Рік тому

    very helpful, thanks

  • @melorhy925
    @melorhy925 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for your easy to understand explanation on subtractive synthesis. Know I have some knowledge to better use the yamaha reface cs mini synthesizer.

  • @luukhoogma905
    @luukhoogma905 3 місяці тому +1

    Love this guy

  • @dahlavibez5726
    @dahlavibez5726 Рік тому

    Good stuff brother thank u

  • @Andre-gu5qd
    @Andre-gu5qd 2 роки тому +2

    AMAZING.

  • @acdemiralp2998
    @acdemiralp2998 2 роки тому +2

    That was beautiful.

  • @maiamaya6083
    @maiamaya6083 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you

  • @adamliebman3157
    @adamliebman3157 4 місяці тому

    Blew my mind! Damn near gave my girlfriend a heart attack with my Eureka! moment! You have a great way of explaining things that many teachers here in the US fall short on.

  • @DorisHikingAdventures
    @DorisHikingAdventures 3 роки тому +3

    Another great video offering excellent value! Well done on the deeplinking from facebook...which website did you use? 😁 👏👌

  • @atomfaust
    @atomfaust 5 місяців тому

    I just a rev2 and it was alien but this video really helped me kinda come to grips with what im looking at.

  • @chriswilson6118
    @chriswilson6118 Рік тому

    nice one Oscar!

  • @WillHatton
    @WillHatton 3 роки тому +2

    Education at it's best!

    • @OscarUnderdog
      @OscarUnderdog  3 роки тому +1

      high praise from the educator supreme 😁

  • @musicandlaughter_
    @musicandlaughter_ Рік тому +1

    You're awesome 👌

  • @mikeM-yl6kq
    @mikeM-yl6kq 2 роки тому +1

    Damn i got it

  • @bodrio389
    @bodrio389 2 роки тому +2

    I love u guys

  • @JamesPatricioMusic
    @JamesPatricioMusic 2 роки тому

    Do a sound design tutorial for Boris take it smart. The rave synth that comes in at 4:12 gives me goosebumps every time.

  • @arsyash
    @arsyash Рік тому +1

    Youre the best

  • @jasonlmaradiaga
    @jasonlmaradiaga 11 місяців тому

    Really appreciate your simplified version of this! Im curious to ask have you had any experience using Arturia Pigments? I recently purchased it as a plug in for my DAW I'm using Ableton live 11 and everything you said in your presentation I can comprehend but Pigments seems to be a bit more complexed then what I had anticipated.

  • @ValiumHeretic
    @ValiumHeretic 2 роки тому

    Fantastic!👌🏻 Perfect way of explaining this shit😁👍🏻

  • @FredericVCthinking
    @FredericVCthinking 3 роки тому +6

    Is the LFO always running like the oscillator, or is it triggered the moment I press a key?

    • @OscarUnderdog
      @OscarUnderdog  3 роки тому +9

      It could be either one! Most LFO's have an "R" button (for "retrigger") to turn that option on or off. People disactivate Retrigger if they want to keep the sound moving organically. People activate Retrigger if they want predictable "wubs", like dubstep growls :)

  •  2 роки тому +1

    Amazing video. How does the Filter's envelope works? So if you wanted to go from dark to light and to dark again, what Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release do you need?

    • @jonathanroseii905
      @jonathanroseii905 Рік тому +1

      start with filter at a more closed position have it open on Attack portion, as it reaches the top it will become brighter. On the decay portion it will close the filter and become darker. You can sustain your tone by effecting the sustain level, on the release portion it will close back down to the original position.

  • @delnerofe
    @delnerofe 2 роки тому

    damn thank u bro

  • @forty2888
    @forty2888 2 роки тому +1

    LOved it hahahahaah mr. oscillator

  • @88SPIKE
    @88SPIKE 2 роки тому

    Great, thank you. but shouldn't that lower oscillator in the diagram be Oscillator 2 (you depict two oscillator 1's)