Help with learning about 'synthesizers' using Logic X?

Hi,

I think a good place to start would be the controls/parameters basic to most synths, including the EXS24II sample player.

This would include but not limited to.

Waveform Generator (Square, Sawtooth....etc)

ADSR Envelope generator (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release)

Cutoff and Resonance

LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)

PWM (Pulse Width Modulation)

One of most basic synths in Logic is the Ensemble Synth, the ES E

It doesn't have a full ADSR, only an AR.

I would start here and learn some basic modifications, like modifying a string patch to sound somewhat like a synth bass.

I'm presuming the ES E comes with Logic X, (I'm on Logic 9)

Looks good, nothing you can't learn on your own with a bit of research but looks like it's well thought out, although I cringe when I see something like this in the ad copy. FOR MUSICIANS, NOT PHYSICISTS.

Personally, I like using my mind and ears, it's the difference of discovering something and being told something, however, it takes more patience and you have to make mistakes. The only time I seek help or guidance is when I've exhausted all the possibilities I can think of.

Hey Tangerine

For some very good free tutorials on LogicProX try the YouTube vids by MusicTechHelpGuy… https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXmi76euGSyzX8KMPAHJPyOSZy5w4CsV9

Synth lessons start around #48 and goes on from there. Josh also has several hours on the ExS24 (I think) somewhere on his channel.

He does a very good job. There are several others out there, but this is where I recommend people start.

I would also recommend you grab a midi keyboard if you don't have one, really makes it so much easier. Logic has some great synths and software instruments, worth the cost of Logic just for them.

Hope this helps, Greg