Softube Modular

[Uncle E]

To be honest... I like what I hear. Modular sounds good. Those add-ons are great. Does anyone know how I can use the heartbeat modules? I have Heartbeat, but they are greyed out in Modular.

You'll need to reinstall Heartbeat, then the modules will show up.

[aMUSEd]

They really need to add better preset support, in reaktor each module can have its own presets within an ensemble and they can be pretty easily sequenced for any duration using something like snapper.

A browser similar to the U-HE ones would be fine, with space for a few notes as you cantlabel the modules themselves.

Another reason it needs something integrated instead of relying on hosts is the interface is so large it actually blocks access to the presets list in several hosts (eg Tracktion) so you have to move it half off screen every time you want to change a preset.

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[kiezum]

I've recently developed a serious addiction to my modular hardware setup. I'm very curious to see if total recall can compete with hand-on patching - and vice versa.

I think there will always be a group of people who enjoy making sounds hands-on and/or who do not depend on instant recall (sound designers or sample creators, for example). However, I think most people doing production work will prefer having instant recall.

Question: Are Intellijel modules limited to Corgasmatron, Rubycon and uFold? Will Metropolis be availble as well?

After the success of these first modules, I wouldn't be surprised if every Intellijel module is eventually released.

Hands on: patching is not as hands on, but tweaking knobs is with Komplete Control or Push very hands on. Those two controllers are quick and easy.

Oh no, all Intellijel modules... Will this be the beginning of a virtual modular addiction?

BTW the Intellijel modules are lovely. I love FM.

[Lejurai]

It's the most successful product release we've seen at JRR Shop this year. My guess is every new module release will be equally successful and that Softube is going to make the Modular line be their primary focus from now on.

Even though it's with iLok, I'm really happy to hear this Always happy when someone makes great success.

I think there will always be a group of people who enjoy making sounds hands-on

And solution to this is... Real hardware controller for your softube modular setup

[Uncle E]

Is it possible to buy the Softube Modular "basic system" through JRR Shop? I only see the add-ons for sale there.

You can order it here:

www.jrrshop.com/softube-modular-bundle

Is it confusing that I'm calling it the "Softube Modular Doepfer + Utility Module Plugin Package"? Maybe calling it simply "Softube Modular" would be more clear?

[Lejurai]

Is it confusing that I'm calling it the "Softube Modular Doepfer + Utility Module Plugin Package"? Maybe calling it simply "Softube Modular" would be more clear?

Took awhile to realize that it's the basic package.

[tedannemann]

The consistent orientation on the hardware is just stunning and makes it a breeze to use. At least for someone who's used to work with Euroracks. However there is one feature I really miss. You can't change the "start" of a connection/cable. It's only possible to change the destination of a cable. For example if you like to change the LFO waveform you can't just move an existing cable from the sine output to the triangle output. You have to make a new connection and delete the old one. That's a bit awkward.
Currently digging the modular as an fx on top of other synths. The possibilities and results are simply stunning!

[Uncle E]

Stupid question removed

I'm not sure why you removed the question, since it didn't seem at all stupid to me. I haven't tried this yet, but I would think that you could get Softube Modular and Reaktor Blocks talking to each other over virtual audio cables. No idea how well that would work, but it would be interesting to try.

A system like Scope could pull this off with ease. I guess RME's matrix system would also do it well? Universal Audio's Apollo Console is useless for any kind of advanced patching like this. This is one area where mimicking classic hardware is NOT a benefit.

[Uncle E]

You know, it's really annoying that every single time a plugin is released which uses ilok, the conversation has to devolve into a mudfest about how ilok sucks, often from people who don't even use the current version of ilok, but still somehow know that it sucks. We don't need to have this debate over and over again in every single product discussion thread. Don't like ilok? Great, just move along! Can we please just focus on the product and not the protection?

+1

Plus, I personally think there's less of a case for vitriol when the dongle isn't required. I wish iLok haters put their energy in to urging companies to go with the software authorization version of iLok.

[kiezum]

However there is one feature I really miss. You can't change the "start" of a connection/cable.

Yes, that's one of the things Softube has to change. Moving modules could also be better.

I like the those performance modules where you assign a knob, but it needs a CV in! So I can modulate for example the Cutoff on the Intellijel Korgasmatron II. Or is it already possible?

I can always modulate the cutoff with a max for live device

[tedannemann]

I like the those performance modules where you assign a knob, but it needs a CV in! So I can modulate for example the Cutoff on the Intellijel Korgasmatron II. Or is it already possible

I don't know exactly what you mean you can use the Performance Modules and assign the performance knobs/controllers to any knob in your patch (e.g. Korgasmatron Cutoff).

[kiezum]

If the performance module would have a CV-in I could modulate the Cutoff with for example an LFO module in Modular.

[thetechnobear]

If the performance module would have a CV-in I could modulate the Cutoff with for example an LFO module in Modular.

that would cause a conflict, since the cutoff can already be modulated directly via a CV (via the 1/oct on the korgasmatron), so what would happen if both were used?

I get the idea though, as some things cannot be modulated (e.g. attack on the ADSR), but thats because the original module doesn't allow it either. perhaps future ones might.

(I'l say i don't really like the concept in Reaktor, its a bit unclear if you need to modulate something via A/B or an inlet on the object .. its varies, so is consistent ... the Bentobox VCA being the prime example of this)

I think a topic for discussing patching ideas, tips/tricks would be great, perhaps in the 'modular subform'

[NNevez]

Uncle E, could you tell me when the promotional prices are going to end at JRR Shop?

[Uncle E]

The sale ends July 15:

www.jrrshop.com/softube-modular-bundle