One Synth Challenge #138: Surge (MrKarolus Wins!)

[Taron]

Totally gorgeous, T!

[wireframewolves]

Had a go at a 1 instance challenge

https://soundcloud.com/eauson/eauson-on ... st-kvr-osc

Update to follow
Although
1 instance Surge VST
Reaper

damn those glitches in the beginning are crazy. i might have to go back to the drawing board

[EvilDragon]

That snare sounds pretty amazing for a synthesized one, IMHO. Props!

[baconpaul]

Just a quick demo I thought I'd share - I think this might be one of my favourite snare patches that I've made: A full-bodied snare, probably somewhere between a Linn and a real one...? (I really hope it's as "in-the-pocket" as I think it is - my opinions often change on an hourly basis!)

I said no fx, but it does go through the master chain here, so there's some slight colouring, saturation and dynamic control going on outside of Surge.

https://soundcloud.com/terjefjelde/linn ... nare-patch

yeah we are all amazed with that snare

zero pressure, no requirement, and no is a fine answer, but if you would be willing, we could include it in the factory patches for 1.7.2.

[vov4ik]

Hi! This is my first experience of participating in such tests, but I think it will be very useful to participate in order to improve my skills. I am an ordinary Amateur and do not play music professionally. Therefore, both the music and mixing of the track are probably terrible! Don't cut off my head, please!
https://soundcloud.com/bumhs1fqt9hg/vov ... ce-by-dawn
DAW Tracktion Waveform;
10-x Surge instance;
6-x MEqualizer;
2-x DD Delay;
DD Reverb;
DD Compressor;
MConvolutionEZ;
QuickHaas;
A1StereoControl;

Master:
MEqualizer;
FREE87 Limiter;
Ulean Loundless Meter 2.

[schiing]

Just a quick demo I thought I'd share - I think this might be one of my favourite snare patches that I've made: A full-bodied snare, probably somewhere between a Linn and a real one...? (I really hope it's as "in-the-pocket" as I think it is - my opinions often change on an hourly basis!)

I said no fx, but it does go through the master chain here, so there's some slight colouring, saturation and dynamic control going on outside of Surge.

https://soundcloud.com/terjefjelde/linn ... nare-patch

yeah we are all amazed with that snare

zero pressure, no requirement, and no is a fine answer, but if you would be willing, we could include it in the factory patches for 1.7.2.

Thanks a lot, guys - I'm more than happy to share it!

I used the Klanghelm DC1A for that sweet smacking sound that really makes the snare rattle in the demo, followed by a free tape emulator (SNG03G) into a 4% room verb. I'll try to bake an approximation of this into the onboard effect chain, so it sounds as good as possible out of the box.

I can't get it quite as compact/natural with the built-in limiter/reverb - it just sits a bit deeper and tighter with the DC1A - but I'll play around for a bit and PM your way!

[liqih]

My entry this month.

Rhumbatronika Dub
https://soundcloud.com/liqih/rhumbatronika-dub

some groovy fun song.

Made with Surge synth for the OSC 138,
15 Surge instances in Ableton Live,
Ableton effects: eqs, reverb, ping-pong delay, compressor,
Others: Beatskillz Max 1 on master.

[Aro]

@vov4ik Sounds good to me. Just keep making music, and you'll find your groove!

[Eauson]

Had a go at a 1 instance challenge

https://soundcloud.com/eauson/eauson-on ... st-kvr-osc

Update to follow
Although
1 instance Surge VST
Reaper

damn those glitches in the beginning are crazy. i might have to go back to the drawing board

Haha,
This is the drum beat. Kick, snr, & hat with the sustain turned up
This is a crazy synth, I’ve only scratched the surface, you could have a number of OsC with this and always find new ways to play.
Should of taken a bit more time in the preparation, it just happened organically

@schiing
That snare is really nice

@ Taron
Always look on the downside, then when things turn out ok ish, then you don’t feel so sad

[bmanic]

Question: Are AirWindows effects allowed in OSC? They are not technically free, right? What about Analogue Obsession plugins? They too are patreon supported.

[FrogsInPants]

Question: Are AirWindows effects allowed in OSC? They are not technically free, right? What about Analogue Obsession plugins? They too are patreon supported.

While Patreon supported, the plugins are still freely distributed. I'm sure I've seen folks using AirWindows stuff on OSC entries in the past, with no eyebrows raised.

[doctorbob]

Wow Terje, fab snare ... now I am looing forward to your track with bated breath!!!!!!!!!!!

Here's up update on my WIP ... removed the porta from the guitar-thing, shorter decay as well. Added a seashore fx, added a deep bass(almost sub), added some flute harmonies and also some pitchybendy stuff on the flute now and then. And ... @Taron, hope the mix is better and less piercing to the ears of those who can hear things over 9k!!!!!!!!!!

Also, another bit pf phrasing added as well, the track is getting longer!!!

Let me know how it sounds.

Many TIA

dB

https://soundcloud.com/doctorbob/ambien ... rta-seasub

[MalToné]

Hi! This is my first experience of participating in such tests, but I think it will be very useful to participate in order to improve my skills. I am an ordinary Amateur and do not play music professionally. Therefore, both the music and mixing of the track are probably terrible! Don't cut off my head, please!
https://soundcloud.com/bumhs1fqt9hg/vov ... ce-by-dawn

Hey! Welcome to the OSC!
That's a pretty nice track , I can't fine any real faults. But, If you're looking for more constructive criticism, some of the other members could probably help if asked...

[exponent1]

Just a quick demo I thought I'd share - I think this might be one of my favourite snare patches that I've made: A full-bodied snare, probably somewhere between a Linn and a real one...? (I really hope it's as "in-the-pocket" as I think it is - my opinions often change on an hourly basis!)

I said no fx, but it does go through the master chain here, so there's some slight colouring, saturation and dynamic control going on outside of Surge.

https://soundcloud.com/terjefjelde/linn ... nare-patch

Snare off But quite good snare. I think the best snare I ever heard in OSC was by Carl in the 134 round.

[schiing]

Wow Terje, fab snare ... now I am looing forward to your track with bated breath!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks, doc! If only I could find my muse this round... I feel lazy, and currently shuttle between the hammock and John Wick movies.

Snare off

That would make an interesting sub-challenge - everyone submits their favourite snare each round. The winner gets everyone else's undying respect, and the synth developer gets a cool zip with 40 snares!