If the whole modulation process discourages you, you can test Synthi V by just playing around with its presets. It’s worth mentioning that the Joystick is also an import from the original VCS 3, but here it works like an XY pad. You can also expand the “classic” interface to explore four additional sections: Functions, Joystick, Modulations, and Effects. There are three oscillators which you can control, plus modules such as a noise generator, a filter oscillator, or an envelope shaper. Modulation isn’t achieved through patch cables, but by inserting pins in a routing matrix. Synthi V is definitely no exception, but it has to be said that even with the well-integrated tutorial, it may take a while to learn all its ins and outs. Not only do their instruments stay true to the sounds of the classic synths that inspired them, but they also add plenty of digital features suitable for contemporary productions. It’s hard not to be amazed by Arturia’s V Collection of emulations. So how did this translate into the emulation called Synthi V? A very 'synthi' synth One unusual example is the EMS VCS 3 which was created in 1969 to combine modulation with portability.

In fact, many of the early synthesizers were modular.

While this offers you plenty of musical freedom, it requires significant knowledge about synthesis and even a bit of electronics. This is because a modular instrument doesn’t play any sounds until you start connecting all its different modules.

One of the first things you learn when you start studying a bit about synths is that there are many types of synthesis and that modular is probably the most difficult to comprehend.

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