Synth Setup Tips #1 // Ft. BURG // Audio, MIDI, Sequencing, Recording and more

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UPDATE!!! Check out part 2 in this series here!

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TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:00 Audio routing
2:05 Creative submix
3:10 MIDI routing
4:50 Master clock
5:35 MIDI channels
6:20 Noise issues
7:30 Managing cables
9:35 Ergonomics
10:50 Sequencing
14:55 Sidechain
16:35 Using high pass filters
18:00 Layering
19:00 Referencing
19:45 Mix & theme
20:45 FX pedals
22:15 Recording
24:20 Templates
25:25 DAW’s role
26:55 Master / remix
29:45 Outro

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[BURG]

Loved to be part of this, thank you so much Ziv !! This is such a good idea and lovely idea for a series, also for myself to try and break down the workflow, rather than just doing things without thinking about them!

[Look_North]

This is ridiculously high-yield info-dense stuff. I’ve had questions about every single one of these topics. EXTREMELY educational and to-the-point, as usual from Loopop!!

[audiblevideo]

Yes, more of this. Don’t forget about more “portable” and small setups.

[mikeexits]

This type of content is deeply needed. Wish I had this a year ago when I finally had more gear than just a Minilogue. Much love and buttery-smooth triangle waves!

[scottmcdiarmid]

highly relevant, two things I always do, label up your PSU's and wall warts at both ends (helps a lot) also label the midi channel number on the front of the device, saves digging into the device settings to find out what you numbered it.I also use a very long USB extension cable so I can connect my Mac/DAW to a hub which is typicall connected to my main MPC One Sequencer, works a treat and is very flexible. for mixing I use X32 Rack and X-Air 18 to save space and enable loads of I/O options

[Seanrayamusic]

Been following BURG for about 5 years now. Amazing musician and inspiring talent. Great way to kick off this series!

[SamlaleoSingh]

BURG 🙌🤘, glad I got to meet this genius when he lived in Malaysia .

[massimilianomarino]

That's exactly what I was looking for and with a perfect timing, thanks Loopop (and BURG)! You should definitely continue this video series. A suggestion for future episodes: smaller/live setups (Ela Minus?).

[kp]

8:26 the sudden cable management during the "Managing Cables" section made me laugh. Great video though, jokes aside.

[mayfly]

Wow, so much more than I thought it would be when I clicked the list. A masterclass. Thank you!

[kinnectar]

The midi-thru conversation in this video makes me so grateful to have a retrokits RK-006. Seriously, so much power with programmable routing for clock or midi-cc from 2 midi in plus USB in as host or slave, out to 10 midi out in such a tiny footprint is huge for setups like this.

[xeurmbv]

Thank you so much for this series. I am just about to start rebuilding my studio after loosing everything in the Aus 2019/2020 bushfires.
To be able to listen to other musicians talking about their setups is invaluable and food for thought. Tips#1 has been a fantastic insight and a very similar to the setup that I am about to embark on. thanks again you offer a wonderfull channel full of really valuable information. kind regards Mick.

[kitchenelectronica]

Burg's a genius. Love his work for years. Thank you for this very cool insight, Loopop !

[DarkSideofSynth]

Wow! This a very unexpected but very welcome crossover. I've been following BURG for quite a few years now. Thanks and have a great weekend.

[LTLBIGMAN]

One of the best parts of this is satisfying the obsessive "what's in the studio?" curiosity. Always fun to see ie some Volcas sharing desk space with an Alpha Base and multiple Elektron boxes.

[therealfaintinggoat]

There is so much wisdom and valuable advice packed into these brief 30 minutes. Thank you BURG and loopop! One thing I am surprised by is the lack of acoustic dampening in his studio. Maybe it's because he uses headphones more than his monitors.

[stevegold]

I felt like I was in a masterclass just soaking it all in like a sponge. Thanks for taking the time to ACTUALLY go into detail about this topic instead of just showing off your gear. which is very impressive.

[elissitdesign]

This format is definitely welcomed! I’ve been playing live for years and still don’t feel like I have my routing perfect. I’m never happy.
Burg is fantastic. Get onboard the spaceship.

[thekitchensynth]

What a joy to hear Jouni speak about his music and production... And delivered Loopop style in an informative and focused manner. Two of my go to channels for info and tips... And have loved 'Burgs' music for years now. Thanks guys and Ziv... Great idea for a series, keep them coming! Thanks both.

[dustopr]

I totally agree with Burg's approach of recording a jam as a template and then proceeding by re-recording track-by-track. That workflow seems to fit me as well. Thanks for all the tips, very helpful.