Every function and feature of Massive explored in detail. This course is an expert’s guide to the Native Instruments Massive Synth.
I’ve been using Massive for over a year now and learnt more in an hour of the course than I had in the past 12 months! Thanks for pulling this together, great job!
The first video lays a solid foundation on which the advanced videos are built. You’ll quickly get familiar with Massive’s nerve center—the main layout, controls, modulators, filters and effects. Learn the Browser View, Midi View and the 8 Macro Control knobs. See how the oscillators are positioned to speed up your work, with easy access to the main knobs and pitch display. Get an overview of the Modulation oscillator, the Noise and Feedback sections, Insert Effects area, and the 2 separate filter busses (serial or parallel). You’ll learn how the Master Effects at the end of the signal chain give you tight control over the entire output, the basics of the Stepper step sequencer, the Performer wave curve manipulator, and more.
Video 2 goes deep into routing including a closer look at Oscillators, Filters, ENV (ADSR), noise and the feedback modules. One of the reasons Massive is so much fun is the clean, modular set-up makes dragging and dropping of sounds and settings a snap. In the past, many software synths tried to be just like their hardware cousins. Massive is part of the new generation of software synths that take advantage of computer technology to make sound design quicker and easier. We’ll show you how to use one of the most user-friendly of all synths—you’ll be shaking the ground within minutes of watching this video.
Massive is one of the flagships of a new generation of wavetable based synthesizers that make it easier than ever to create room-thumping, brain-bleeding sonic blasts. The problem is there are so many choices in how to shape sounds even the most experienced producers find it hard to make the best decisions. We’ve got you covered. Our world-class video tutorials will make you cool and confident as you take simple, powerful steps to build the sounds you hear in your cranium. Each knob, oscillator, control, effect, filter and more is broken down into easy to follow instructions that get you up to speed fast. Rather than months and years of endless trial and error, you’ll be up and running within hours! Your music will be built on a solid foundation, and you’ll be light years ahead of other producers.
The course was great….very well presented and informative; I feel that I know my around Massive now.
In this video you’ll learn to “bend it like Skrillex.” Discover how to shape sounds using filters and altering wave forms. Get the lowdown on filters and how to apply the two kinds of filter busses. You’ll finally get a clear explanation of wavetables and the basics of wave manipulation. Hear how to get sounds as raspy and dirty, or clean and clear, as you want, within seconds.
You have total control and flexibility. Sculpt rhythmic sounds or long, dreamy pads. Learn how to use the center console LFO’s to create your own wave forms by morphing and blending the speed, global depth control and AD envelopes. Mold your oscillator pitch into melodic sequences with a few clicks of your mouse.
Are you already cranking out mind-crunching sounds with Massive? No problem. This comprehensive video course will allow you to reach a whole new level of musical knowledge and creativity. Complex concepts are made easy to understand and employ right away. You’ll gain the knowledge you need to create clean songs where each sounds sits perfectly in the mix and doesn’t fight for frequency space. Every pro has a coach. Our videos allow you to get professional, high-quality guidance right in your own home studio. Play them over and over, as many times as you need to understand the lesson and add the new skills to your existing chops. These videos will fill in any gaps in your Massive education and get you to the head of the class.
Learn to route sends and effects to get the exact sound you want. Find out how to use the output section’s master effects and final EQ. Learn how to recognize the proper application of delays, reverbs, chorus, flangers and phasers. Want to spread the sound into stereo? It’s no problem with the Dimension Expander. Hear how to warm the final track up with one of three tube-emulators, or add even more distortion for some real grit.
Video 6 shows you how to bring it all together to use Massive to rapidly design sounds you never thought possible. Put the final touches on your get-wrenching basses, glittery pads, Thunder-of-the- Gods beats, and glossy textures. Discover how to create rhythmic sequences, thick kick drums, bouncy breakdowns, sonic leads and delicate synth pads. Learn to use your whole Massive arsenal of wavetable oscillators, multiple effects and filters, and bountiful modulation choices to build huge wall of sounds, dirty breaks or dreamy melodies.
Imagine the gorgeous melodies, creamy pads, heart-stopping breaks, and soaring leads you’ll be able to produce when you finally get a full understanding of Massive’s power. You know you have the talent. It’s just a matter of familiarizing yourself with all the controls and effects to harness the horsepower under the hood. Once you’ve gained the knowledge of how to best put Massive to work, you’re only one track away from gaining the respect of the top DJ’s and producers on the scene. Just think of a huge mass of club-goers, writhing and rocking to your music. The ground is shaking, lights are spinning, the speakers are almost falling off the wall. Beautiful people have there hands in the… Read more…