This course provides an introduction to audio synthesis and visual programming using Native Instruments' Reaktor Software. Students will explore various audio synthesis methods, such as additive, subtractive, sampling, wavetable, physical modeling, and granular synthesis, as well as the various types of modulation synthesis. They will also learn about the history of the synthesizer and electronic music, and gain insight into current sound design trends. Topics covered include sound and waveform characteristics, modulation/filters/envelopes, MIDI/OSC, analog and digital signals, signal flow, DAWs/sequencing, sound design, audio effects, production techniques, and audio warping/FFT. Join this course to gain a comprehensive understanding of sound synthesis and Reaktor!
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5.0
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This four-session course is designed to help users explore a practical approach to composing and producing music with Native Instruments Kontakt. Through weekly assignments, users will gain practical experience in putting technical skills into a musical context. Topics covered include Kontakt library, signal flow, layering, working with drums, building custom sampled instruments, file management, modulation, audio FX, automation, and DAW integration. By the end of the course, users will have created four original compositions with Kontakt, in addition to numerous custom sampled instruments. This course is perfect for those looking to gain a better understanding of sound design with Kontakt.
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1.5
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This course introduces programming to musicians and digital artists. It covers the fundamentals of programming, such as logic, loops, functions, and objects, as well as advanced topics like multi-threading, events, and signals. Students will create expressive digital instruments that make sound and music in response to program logic. The course uses the ChucK language, which provides precise control over time, audio computation, and user interface elements. Special guest lectures from the creators of ChucK, Dr. Ge Wang and Dr. Perry R. Cook, will be included. This course is perfect for those who want to learn to program in C++, Java, and other languages.
Creating Sounds for Electronic Music
4.5
Coursera559 learners
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This project-centered course is perfect for aspiring producers, composers, and hobbyists who want to gain skills in music production and confidence using software synthesizers. You will create sounds and use them in your own musical compositions, and work with a free version of FXpansion Strobe 2. You should have experience with a digital audio workstation that supports VST, AAX, or AU plugins, a MIDI keyboard or controller, and a digital audio workstation. With guidance from your instructor and classmates, you will create a massive database of designed sounds to use in your compositions. When you complete the course, you’ll have a finished project that you’ll be proud to use and share.
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