![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Synth manufacturers/developers like to dazzle you with feature lists. You’re probably not old enough to date them anyway. Examples of synth types that are NOT subtractive are FM, granular, physical modeling and wavetable. If in doubt, consult the synth’s website, manual, developer, manufacturer, grandmother, next door neighbor, local butcher, or OBGYN. Just know that most synths are subtractive, and will contain your classic bread-and-butter waveforms like Saw, Pulse, Triangle, maybe Sine, and possibly a few others. Partly because I don’t want to, but mostly because the scientific definition of subtractive will help you pick out a synth about as much as a soup ladle will help you win a thumb war. Now I’m not going to bore you with a scientific definition of subtractive. Well, first off, make sure it’s subtractive. ![]() So now the question is, WHICH synth do you choose? Which lucky lady/gentleman will you be taking to the prom? We’re considering this first synth to be a vehicle for learning synthesis, so choose ONE. Whether or not you end up sticking with this particular axe for the long haul, isn’t as important. Having an incredibly strong foundation in one synth, makes it SO much easier to learn another, because with that in-depth understanding of a single synth comes a strong understanding of synthesis in general. If you really want to master synthesis and sound design, you have to narrow your scope and focus on one synth. “But Joe, there are SO many amazing synths out there, loaded with so much crap that I have absolutely no previous knowledge of but somehow know that I need!” So, assuming you’re not a dog or a woodland elf, I expect you’ll find the following tips to be helpful in your never ending quest to tame the powerful and beastly monster that is Synthesius Electricus. I organized them into a Top Ten List because I once read that people like Top Ten Lists. So I figured I’d share them with the world in the form of a Top Ten List. Slide your Surface down into the docking station, then slide the sides of the docking station into the sides of your Surface.Through the development of Syntorial I’ve formed some pretty strong opinions when it comes to synthesis. If you're using a Type Cover, open it so it lies flat. Unplug the Surface from its power supply and remove any attached accessories from your Surface. To learn how to switch to the built-in speakers on your Surface, go to Troubleshoot Surface Dock and docking stations.Ĭonnect your Surface to the docking stationĪfter you've set up your workspace, place your Surface in the docking station to connect to it. Without external speakers, you may not hear audio when you're using your Surface. For more info on adapters, go to Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector.Ĭonnect any audio accessories, such as wired speakers or headphones. If your monitor cable doesn't have a Mini DisplayPort connector, you'll need to buy another cable or an adapter. If you want to use a wired network connection, connect a network cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the docking station.Ĭonnect your USB computer peripherals to the USB ports on the docking station.Ĭonnect a video cable from your monitor to the Mini DisplayPort on the docking station. Plug the AC end of the docking station's power cord into an electrical outlet or power strip, then plug the other end into the power jack on the docking station. When you need the reliability and speed of a wired network connection, connect your Surface to a wired network using the ethernet port on your docking station.Īfter you've unpacked your docking station, put it where you want on your desk and leave out any necessary cords or cables to get to them easily. Transfer large files to an external drive, connect a USB printer or headset, charge accessories, and more.Ĭonnect your favorite audio accessories, such as wired speakers or headphones, to your docking station’s 3.5mm audio port. Depending on your monitor's connectors, you may need a display adapter (sold separately). Use this port to connect to your external monitor. The power jack connects your docking station to its power supply. Get to know the ports available on your dock. Use the docking station to connect your Surface to full-size monitors, an ethernet connection, external speakers, and more. Note: For information on how to find your docking station model, see Identify your Surface Dock and features. ![]()
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