Playbox: Chord Based instrument overview and essential tips!

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  • Опубліковано 29 вер 2024

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  • @tylerlyons4943
    @tylerlyons4943 6 місяців тому +2

    Dropping the best show in the middle of this is such a sell. Just got it and glad ya talked about the timing issues. Dark is my fav show and a big inspo love Ben frost. This playboy is sickkkk

  • @ELLIOT8209
    @ELLIOT8209 2 роки тому +20

    This is why I skipped komplete for upgrade. I'm gonna get more when I get 14 CE on sale. Summer sale or black Friday. Patiently waiting

    • @alchemistrpm82
      @alchemistrpm82 2 роки тому

      That’s what I should do too… idk if I can wait to get my hands on this one. Otoh if I decide to wait, and this isn’t included in 14… 😡

    • @ELLIOT8209
      @ELLIOT8209 2 роки тому

      @@alchemistrpm82 it will definitely be included. 14 is not out yet.

    • @alchemistrpm82
      @alchemistrpm82 2 роки тому

      @@ELLIOT8209 it will definitely be included because 14 isnt out yet? It will probably be included, judging by the past. But I wouldn’t say definitely, not without personal knowledge of their plans.

    • @ohheyitskevinc
      @ohheyitskevinc 2 роки тому +1

      Borrow it for a month by signing up for Now for the free month and you’ll likely end up buying it. That’s what I did.. it’s definitely worth it. Things like Piano Colors and Ashlight are a little too similar to things I already have in K13 CE, but this is completely different to anything they’ve done before. Kind of annoyed I missed this while it was on sale.

    • @yoelwww
      @yoelwww 2 роки тому

      I highly doubt that this will be included in Komplete 14 even the collectors edition prob won’t include it.

  • @fabianobe
    @fabianobe 2 роки тому +1

    first impression: reminds me of output!

  • @minusyou1
    @minusyou1 2 роки тому +6

    Seems a little high priced for its limitations. I'm sure a lot of times what comes out isn't going to be a gem unless you want to really squint your ears and believe it's so. It's like the AI version of "just because you can doesn't mean you should."

  • @LAMEHERC1
    @LAMEHERC1 Рік тому +1

    what if you just want one instrument, say the bass. i cant figure out how to mute everything else. im literally filtering it in my daw. im feeling this is a sample pack and theyre trying to fool you into thinkingg youre playing the music lol

  • @pongtrometer
    @pongtrometer 2 роки тому +5

    Its such shame that it doesn't have a single note play mode, with the accompanying 8 chords... such a great sound engine and concept though, especially with user chord and sample import.

  • @NC17z
    @NC17z 2 роки тому +13

    I haven't slept in two days... I haven't been this inspired by a VST in since I bought MASCHINE 10 Years Ago. Wait till you realize how easy it is to create your own chords, or drag in your own samples and midi info. It is absolutely outstanding. It is so well curated. I'd love to meet the team behind the design. Some of these samples maybe nothing but more than samples from their enormous library. It goes to show you the possibilities that many of us weren't even aware could be achieved with only stacking these types of textures and sound design. What will set this plugin from everything else in this genre of VST's would be.... EXPANSIONS! Enjoy... I'm going to play with my Playbox.

    • @NC17z
      @NC17z 2 роки тому

      @@ohnahhh yup, watched everyone of those reviews and really glad I bought the VST. Each review helped me to make my decision to make a purchase. The very least I could do is leave comment and share my excitement about it. Sometimes it takes me 15 to 20 minutes to compose my thoughts and get my sentences in a way that someone can understand them. I’m not to bright when it comes to leaving comments. So sorry you considered it spamming,… I’d chalk it up to, I’m lazy and I should have stayed in high school and graduated.

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому

      Not sure what the comment was from Alix, but I appreciate your comments! This instrument isn’t for everyone, but I think many will absolutely love it.

    • @made.online2149
      @made.online2149 2 роки тому +4

      So little sleep that you've posted this comment on every Playbox video LOL

    • @YungstarProd
      @YungstarProd 2 роки тому

      Didn’t you copy/paste this message?

    • @NC17z
      @NC17z 2 роки тому

      @@YungstarProd yes, I did. I watched many of the reviews and demonstrations be for I made my purchase and thought I’d let everyone know just how amazing this plug-in is. I’m still using to this day on many of my tracks. You’ll never have to look for inspiration again. You youngsters like to use the term “FIRE” well Playbox is a Three Alam Fire. I promise you it’ll be worth the purchase. I chose Native instruments new subscription service and ended up saving a lot as we’ll I received Melt. I already in Komplete Ultra. No brainer.

  • @Sam_Utah
    @Sam_Utah Рік тому

    Interesting, informative and useful. Sub.

  • @confuzen-su4oq
    @confuzen-su4oq Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much. Fantastic video. Your process is brilliant and beatiful. 👌🏻 🙏🏻

  • @blakberi
    @blakberi 2 роки тому +17

    I have played with this for a few hours and it really is an inspirational song starter and sometimes a great instrument in its own right. I have generated a number of tracks using this. I worry however that the sounds might become too familiar with time so it is great to have the midi file drag and drop feature so you can build your own sounds. It is pricey for what it is though

    • @MickBenjamins
      @MickBenjamins 2 роки тому +7

      You can load your own samples into Playbox too. Have a look at that, it'll open a whole new world :-)

  • @ed_ms
    @ed_ms Рік тому +4

    Just got this instrument in K14. It's special to say the least. Straight forward at first glance, and also advanced when you delve deeper. I knew I needed to come to this channel, because pretty much every NI instrument is covered here, and explained very well. I was not disappointed! Thanks Jef.

  • @movado242
    @movado242 Рік тому

    Does this work with Contacts Player or do you need the full Kontact application?

  • @Bag-Of-Hammers
    @Bag-Of-Hammers Рік тому

    Never thought of inputting a different sample per notes in a chord, and It honestly doesn't sound so good to me. Sounds too over processed. Fake. I can definitely see the potential, but it's a bit of a rabbit hole I have no interest in falling into. Maybe someday....I am still looking for a replacement for the huge loss of Absynth. This is no Absynth. Not yet anyways

  • @sjeggy6
    @sjeggy6 Рік тому

    Thanks so much, I couldn't use playboy because it kept going offbeat and I was getting super frustrated hahaha

  • @phelper4554
    @phelper4554 Рік тому

    Does anybody know how to save your own Chords inside Playbox? Importing or recording no problem but how to save them in the user tab?

  • @Bag-Of-Hammers
    @Bag-Of-Hammers Рік тому

    What is it with this new trend of purposely and artificially downgrading the quality of the sound with pops, cracks, horrible tone and such? Is it nostalgia? I don't get it, and a I find it a tad irritating.

  • @Pekroo
    @Pekroo Рік тому

    Sending midi to other instruments from cube's... Please 😊😊😊

  • @Getemprod.
    @Getemprod. 9 місяців тому

    basically its like rounds same stuff its just using samples very much like rounds

  • @JTFuller
    @JTFuller 2 роки тому +1

    Yoooooooo, that thing is sick.. Outstanding tutorial bruhski.. I wonder if you can drag stuff in there and it processes it.. This thing is bananas..

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому

      Yes you can! I still haven’t done it myself, but it’s a feature…

  • @m1ndsetstudio
    @m1ndsetstudio 8 місяців тому

    Where did you get that keyboard tray, I need this so badly. Another awesome video, thank you.

  • @Noizy_Katz
    @Noizy_Katz Рік тому

    where do i learn more about music period before sounds and what this pc stuff means cause i dont use anything in native instruments i just hop on and make a beat

  • @jroc2k
    @jroc2k Рік тому

    I made a Halloween beat using that "Bridge " preset

  • @batmosh1522
    @batmosh1522 Рік тому

    did we ever find out why there are 7 notes on the arp/strum sequencer? I checked the manual and didnt see any explanation for that

  • @jithendravs
    @jithendravs 2 роки тому +2

    Native Instruments must pay you for the amount of value you add to their products. Such an Amazing indepth video! Thank you!

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому +1

      They take good care of me with gear and affiliate links!

  • @scotthstevenson
    @scotthstevenson Рік тому

    I accidentally recorded over a chord, is there an undo button ?

  • @Noizy_Katz
    @Noizy_Katz Рік тому

    thank you this video gave me good insight on this

  • @WotanSkyFather
    @WotanSkyFather 2 роки тому

    Honestly it kinda sounds what AI thinks music is. Sorta terrible.

  • @Iain2000
    @Iain2000 Рік тому +1

    Definitely a “Dark” vibe to some of these sounds. Love the series. Great tips Jef 👍🏼

  • @msshellock7025
    @msshellock7025 Рік тому

    Why do you have Maschine open?

  • @princeamu
    @princeamu Рік тому

    man you see that screen??????

  • @umanoid1523
    @umanoid1523 2 роки тому +1

    This looks amazing but the price is way too high for what it is. I love the custom randomizers. I love you can buikd your own chords AND ad samples. It does look to be an inspiring tool for creating interesting combinations of sounds.

  • @jdesja
    @jdesja 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video, Jef! I just bought Playbox and within minutes, I have a song started. I used my own MIDI and played around with the sounds and the inspiration flowed from there! Loving this plugin so far! I wonder how this works when you're mixing. These chords in Playbox can have a variety of sounds like bass, synth, vox and other instruments so there could be lots of high and low sounds in one chord.

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому

      Glad to hear you're digging it! Thanks for posting!

  • @robertrenatomusicb
    @robertrenatomusicb 3 місяці тому

    My goodness! I remember stumbling across this thing when I updated my Komplete and thought, it's neat, cute lil' cubes with some random sounds... Didn't seem very useful at first. Thank You for opening me eyes, I'll be using this a lot more now!:)

  • @shawnheatbeats5616
    @shawnheatbeats5616 2 роки тому +1

    i think its cool it can let you drag and drop the midi from it and arrange them in your own way

  • @bety.suhartini
    @bety.suhartini 11 місяців тому

    The best plugins

  • @WesB_502
    @WesB_502 2 роки тому +1

    glad they added this to komplete now. think it's a good time to use my free trial

  • @jamesjackson9994
    @jamesjackson9994 2 роки тому +1

    Mr reliable! I can always count on you for good info!

  • @KINGJADEX
    @KINGJADEX Рік тому

    Hmmm... This seemed really cool and interesting to me, but the fact that rhythm can be difficult makes it a no-go for now. Maybe in the future I'll try it.

  • @JBauerProject
    @JBauerProject Рік тому

    HELP pls. How can I use Scale and chord locks in Kontakt? is it global in all instruments or is it only available in some instruments?
    thx!!

  • @johnhamers4571
    @johnhamers4571 Рік тому

    I've never used this plugin 'cause I've missed the essential Jeff Tips . Now it could become useable

  • @xxplosiv88
    @xxplosiv88 Рік тому

    How do I just play a set chord but chromatically using the whole keyboard?

  • @ohheyitskevinc
    @ohheyitskevinc 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the walkthrough. Since I have K13 CE I was hesitant on spending more on another Kontakt instrument. I’ve already fallen for that with Piano Colors and Ashlight while they were on sale so I pretty much already own K14.., but this demo and trying it out by borrowing it with a month of free Now, and yeah.. take my $200.. ugh.
    That said - this is everything SampleLogic’s plug ins could be and they’re still $400 somehow.
    Favorite feature with this is using my own samples. I took a preset that sounded a little “meh”, and dragged some of my MKS-80, Matriarch and Juno samples in and suddenly it sounded amazing.

  • @issiewizzie
    @issiewizzie 2 роки тому

    This is basically pandoras box ..........it scares me. I going to get lost for days

  • @mickehog76
    @mickehog76 2 роки тому

    I love native instruments. But I don't know what to think about playbox. I am not sold yet.

  • @brokent163
    @brokent163 Рік тому +1

    You made something really complex to me really simple. Thank you for helping me understand my new tools!

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  Рік тому +1

      So glad to hear that, thanks!!!

  • @authenticexpressions2559
    @authenticexpressions2559 2 роки тому +1

    If you can adjust the start and end of the sample that would be nice as well

    • @Paraclap
      @Paraclap 2 роки тому

      A glide and inverse effect also

  • @sickvisionz
    @sickvisionz Рік тому

    Nice vid. It serves as a really nice 101 introduction to Playbox.

  • @christiaantinga
    @christiaantinga Рік тому

    I recently upgraded to Komplete Standard and I was amazed by lots of libraries. Especially this one. For me it activates inspirations needed with my ideas. Love it. Thank you for this helpful video!

  • @GarryWithTwoRs
    @GarryWithTwoRs Рік тому

    This is the end all be all playbox tut. Fire fam!!!!

  • @Acceptta
    @Acceptta Рік тому

    Just got this plugin yesterday and was playing around with it. It's fun but kinda confusing at start. Didn't know how to Mute single sounds, Copy them, Export chords etc. All this stuff covered in the video + a lot more learned from you. Great video, thanks a lot!

  • @odarquehunnett200
    @odarquehunnett200 2 роки тому

    Yeah, the more vids I view on this dealie NI released, the more I’m convinced this is an all-in-one TRACK starter. I kinda can’t see full songs developing from this, and I’m not even a “real” musician. Thanx, Jef…now I know.

  • @cstoomey
    @cstoomey Рік тому

    I like your tip with turning off the effects if you have timing issues. Another way you can fix it is record without a metronome the music at the tempo in the arp, with all the off timing, then bounce the track, then warp the audio to work in the tempo that's recorded in the clip. It's another work around, but it does lock you into what you recorded on the track.

  • @blue.sunset
    @blue.sunset 2 роки тому

    Sounds like distant planets. It's like traveling through the unknown Universe.

  • @batmosh1522
    @batmosh1522 Рік тому

    Hey @Jef Gibbons, love your videos! one of the most informative out there. I would love to know what that drum kit youre using at around 10:15 is. It sounds great.

  • @tracythejazzlifer4529
    @tracythejazzlifer4529 Рік тому

    Reminds me of Yamaha vector synthesis, back in the day.👍😊

  • @phillipjones3766
    @phillipjones3766 2 роки тому

    Can you show us how to turn down the VOLUME of one of the samples. Where's the MIX page?

  • @youngamerican100
    @youngamerican100 2 роки тому

    Very comprehensive video so thank you. This plug-in is amazing. What I haven’t been able to figure out is how to route each note/sample to its own track. The plug-in allows you to adjust the volume and panning of each sample but I see no way to do route each note/sample to separate tracks which is a must for processing.

  • @77majestic77
    @77majestic77 2 роки тому

    OK. I can't figure out how to load it into maschine as a sound. Help please

  • @phillipjones3766
    @phillipjones3766 2 роки тому

    Jef can you help me? How do you save all your own one shot samples in playbox. I take the time to load all the User slots but when I open Playbox again the User slots are empty.

  • @pacowonderful
    @pacowonderful 2 роки тому

    Hi Jef. Thank You Very MUCH for this video. Very instructive and well realized. This tool is very versatile and helps a lot for composition. Keep up the good work my Dear Jef.

  • @330Buckeye
    @330Buckeye 2 роки тому

    Fantastic video and demonstration! Definitely subbed and turned on that notification 🚨
    🙏🏾

  • @IknowMoreThanYou
    @IknowMoreThanYou 2 роки тому +1

    It looks a bit limiting for someone who plays, the sounds and textures are nice but it just seems like the way for a new generation of lads to sound the same. I may be wrong... but it seems like it strips out an element of the creator which is your own ability to play...

    • @djcazz1
      @djcazz1 2 роки тому +1

      There's a piano mode, where the chords go away, and the sounds are completely playable.

    • @IknowMoreThanYou
      @IknowMoreThanYou 2 роки тому

      @@djcazz1 oh! Would I search for piano mode? Would like to see more people reference this in the demos

    • @djcazz1
      @djcazz1 2 роки тому

      @@IknowMoreThanYou You could look for that, or "audition." I think it's an amazing plugin. Also, for the chords, when you randomize, it not only changes the sound layers, but also the scale the chords are played in. You can also manually change that as well.

  • @adl0815
    @adl0815 2 роки тому

    Very useful tips, helped me with some things getting my head around. 😀

  • @stefanoehlin
    @stefanoehlin 2 роки тому

    Thanks! Your video helped a lot when mapping my launch Control XL.

  • @Hey_me
    @Hey_me Рік тому

    I feel like getting one 🤔

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  Рік тому

      It’s a different one… check other vids to make sure it’s right for you… super creative sounds but weird methodology!

  • @rich_in_paradise
    @rich_in_paradise 2 роки тому

    Haha, I didn't know you could stretch midi parts like that. Every day is a learning day :)

  • @hailnarii4239
    @hailnarii4239 2 роки тому

    Hey!! How did you enable to view the keyboard 🎹 on the play box ?

  • @myxibunofficial
    @myxibunofficial Рік тому

    THANKYOUUUU! Eug my biggest struggle was the timing issues!! I was looking up every possible way to sync them.... ends up there isnt a super easy/fast way. Wish they would make it easier to sync to Ableton BPM.... but thank you for the knowledge!

  • @cozmicrahop9415
    @cozmicrahop9415 Рік тому

    I JUST BOUGHT THIS HOURS AGO......WOWZA!!!!

  • @spidermurph
    @spidermurph 9 місяців тому

    Great Video Thank you. I use it all the time (as part of my Komplete Now package). I love it. Very inspiring and great for quirky or cinematic back tracks. I wish they would make expansion packs for it. Or even a Playbox II.

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  9 місяців тому

      Great to hear! I always forget about it…

  • @alexanderkenniethbam
    @alexanderkenniethbam 2 роки тому

    Anything similar to this for free or cheaper?

  • @JamesMyddelton
    @JamesMyddelton 2 роки тому

    Such an amazing channel, thanks for all the great content Jef. Looking forward to you reaching 500k subs :)

  • @stefanoehlin
    @stefanoehlin Рік тому

    Your tutorials are so helpful! You are very skilld in explaining.

  • @SSN70
    @SSN70 2 роки тому

    Very interesting, well done tutorial 🍻

  • @lloydbrothers3315
    @lloydbrothers3315 2 роки тому

    I love seeing the Native Instruments stuff in action. Your videos are always thorough and explore the capabilities of the software in a way where I can digest the application. Thanks so much!
    I'd really love to see your take on Native Instruments Molekular.

  • @konamax9
    @konamax9 2 роки тому

    Lemme just say awesome instructional video as usual. I wish I had watched this before I purchased it because I'm not totally stoked on it based on my workflow. I thought this would be kind of a get out of my way and play type of thing. But I'm really gonna have to manipulate it to fit my music. I purchased it based on the NI videos which do a great job of selling it, but then I was playing around with it thinking "WTF am I doing wrong? I need to check out Jef Gibbon's video." And low and behold if I had I would have made a different choice. Don't be like me. Watch this video first before purchasing this plug in. Could have saved myself $150.

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому +1

      It’s a different one and not for everyone! I think you might be able to sell your license, check the forums… I’m always trying to show the quirks, glad that’s what you’re seeing. But I also had a commenter who hadn’t slept because he loved this instrument so much! Everyone has such different needs. Hope you can sell it!

  • @garyhendrie4001
    @garyhendrie4001 2 роки тому

    Does this have a demo anybody? Thanks

  • @certifiedbeatz
    @certifiedbeatz 2 роки тому

    Great job 👏 as always this might be a buy...

  • @JeffyG
    @JeffyG 2 роки тому

    Another cool video! I’ve tried a bunch of these chord utilities because of neurological issues affecting my hands/fingers. Not a fan of plugins that only record the midi trigger note - without the full midi chords, you can’t switch to a different VST. I’ve found Scaler 2.5 for $59 is the best and has detect, suggester and dozens of instrument sounds included.

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Yeah it’s a neat one, and you can export the chords as midi, but not necessarily in the sequence you composed them… that would be a nice feature!! I’ve got to look at scaler…

    • @Haekki
      @Haekki 2 роки тому

      @@jefgibbons Hey Jef, hope you are doing fine. Scaler 2.5 is a steal, please take a look at it, as it would fit your channel very well in my opinion. I love your stuff and the Scaler devs should be praised wherever I can.

  • @hailnarii4239
    @hailnarii4239 2 роки тому

    It look like pieces of Play-Doh lol

  • @mr.shelton9632
    @mr.shelton9632 2 роки тому

    Cool , thank you so much

  • @crazygooner3398
    @crazygooner3398 2 роки тому

    10:00 Amazing tip!

  • @gsmith11172
    @gsmith11172 2 роки тому

    do I have to. use a keyboard or could play them on Mikro MK

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому

      It’s perfect for a mikro! Only 8 chords so you’re good!

  • @eti32neg.55
    @eti32neg.55 2 роки тому

    What a strange concept and instrument !
    Surely innovative and a wonder sample based tool for all non really educated AI dependent sound-designers and music makers ! Is the future of music going to be definitely held by lazy creators ? Roll the dices and have fun ?!
    Conscious customization functionalities are here too but then feel definitely frustrated not to have the possibilty to freely play it on the whole keyboard range !
    Bluffed and dubitative at once !...🤔

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому +1

      Excellent ruminations! Definitely agree it’s strange we can’t use the whole keyboard…

    • @eti32neg.55
      @eti32neg.55 2 роки тому

      @@jefgibbons Ruminations 😄. You know Jeff !

  • @AngelAmbrosio2
    @AngelAmbrosio2 2 роки тому

    Thanks a lot (:

  • @xamxamxamxa
    @xamxamxamxa 2 роки тому

    🌚🖤🎶

  • @CRASS2047
    @CRASS2047 2 роки тому

    Unbelievable

  • @TaRiqTheVisionary
    @TaRiqTheVisionary 2 роки тому

    @11:24 is when i decided to buy lmao

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому

      That’s awesome… thanks man!

  • @reazallykhan8614
    @reazallykhan8614 2 роки тому

    yea man......I just had to get this

  • @jukesasaurusrex
    @jukesasaurusrex 2 роки тому

    This is awesome Thank you Jef :)

  • @Sydhavsportalen
    @Sydhavsportalen 2 роки тому

    Great video Jeff. 🙂👌

  • @PeterJoslynHarris
    @PeterJoslynHarris 2 роки тому +1

    I think this might be really fun for someone like me that doesn't have the music theory chops of a virtuoso like you clearly are. Also would love to load/randomize some of my monster sample library which has become far too big to remember or ever listen to every one of.
    As usual you have a different and deeper take. Thanks as always!
    Might be willing to buy it to try it now but only if I can resell the standalone license when I get it again in K14. (I think I would be able to but I will check with NI. And if I do I'll make sure to use your affiliate link.)

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому

      Thanks Peter! It’s a really unique instrument, not for everyone, but I’m finding their patches to be really inspiring. It’ll be interesting to hear how your own samples works out! I’m not sure about transferring so just make sure first. Appreciate the support!

    • @lostinfoundation
      @lostinfoundation 2 роки тому

      If you have an answer by NI about the resell or if it will be included in K14 let us know please

  • @johnhawkinshawkins1284
    @johnhawkinshawkins1284 2 роки тому

    NI slowly losing the plot....leaving old but functional Mac users behind, stupidly updating Kontakt without any help for .1 users.... causing third parties to mislead users...no wonder new companies are developing their own engines! Long live Spitfire et al.

    • @Teeb2023
      @Teeb2023 2 роки тому +6

      Is this in any way relevant to this video?

  • @peeweegee
    @peeweegee 2 роки тому +10

    Great job as always, Jef! I think Playbox is primed to be a solid idea generation machine - both in chordal structure and textures. NI stays solid on their market expansion!

    • @jefgibbons
      @jefgibbons  2 роки тому

      Its nice to see them trying different approaches! I’d love to see more of a sequencer added to this one.

  • @gregg_msk
    @gregg_msk Рік тому

    That was extremely useful!

  • @Nuggifresh
    @Nuggifresh Рік тому

    Poor review