5 ways to learn synthesis with Arturia Pigments

Quite a few learning tools in this one!

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Here's a timeline:

0:00 Intro
0:40 #1: Arturia’s demo policy
1:25 #2: Modulation oscilloscopes
2:30 Viewing mods
4:05 Creating mods
5:30 #3: Kit, caboodle: Synth engines and filter types
8:35 #4: Mod source variety
10:55 #5: Beginner tools

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[loopop]

NOTE: I was not aware of this when I made the video but Arturia actually decided to make their demo policy better than what I mentioned in the video - a whole month (!) but only for the month of the launch, so enjoy it while it lasts.... ...and - thanks for all the great feedback for this video.

[hiqwertyhi]

For those interested who aren't aware: V2 is out now, and it includes a sampler and a granular engine, among other goodies. This has gotta be the best software synth out there

[GamboTheGent]

Despite 405560 thousand ads, the video was very well done and helpful. Thanks

[grandmasterjo]

Arturia 👍👍
Arturia must be the only company that allows one to download a free version of all their synths and use it with no hiccups but for 20 minutes.
Thank you for making the best soft synths always so perfectly.

[thomasfokas]

You seriously have the best and most informative videos on YouTube. You’re like the Rick Beato of the synthesizer world.

[winddealer]

As usual, your reviews are of the highest quality and value. Thank you for the thoughtful outlining, organization and seamless flow in your videos. You make it look so easy, hiding all the complexity involved in each of your productions. Bravo!

[matthieuarturia]

About the demo : Pigments will be free to use for a month with absolute no restriction. Feel free to check it out ! It will be online on our website very soon.

[MikeUIibarri]

I demoed this...and I now own nearly all of their software products. Their payment plan made that happen. Only my NI Collector's edition has made me this stoked. Please do more software like only you can do!

[professortrog]

To all commenters saying 'I am going to check it out': don’t say it, just do it. Seriously!
I just spent my first 15 minutes playing around with it, and I definitely know what I am going to do with my time during this coming Christmas holidays...
The timing could not be any better, thank you Arturia for this amazing synth and making it free until 10 Jan 2019, and thank you loopop for drawing my attention to this new wannahave with another one of your great videos.

[ritchxmusic]

Would be cool to see an updated version of this! 🙂

[McNstyFilth]

Arturia knows how to hit your inbox with videos! Enjoyed your overview and I'm definitely gonna check it out during the trial period.

[oneduded]

Excellent review as always. I think this synth will help teach new comers just how easy it is to create your own sounds. I’m going to try out the demo for sure.

[roblepper]

I just got Pigments 2 about a month ago. I'm still learning it. I've been messing around with the sample engine lately. You can turn any sample into a whole different sound. I've been running it as a plugins in my mpc studio. Lay down some drums and percussion along with a Pigments sample tuning and you can make some dope tracks. I think Pigments is a great addition for the price. I paid like $70 for it.

[Petros_Michalakopoulos]

I downloaded the demo and I must say it is the best softsyth that I ever saw by far

[Gedagnors]

"So, without further delay..."
Am I the only one who finds in funny that the word "delay" has second meaning in music tutorial videos? =)

Thank you for the video! You explained me a lot about this wonderful synth! Really great instrument!

[instantjustice]

Excellent tutorial. I wanted to get to know Pigments as quickly as possible and your video definitely is a great start. You've got a new subscriber - thanks so much.

[jamesbtex]

Fast, but very cool overview. I have not purchased a software synth yet but this one has me putting it on my wish list for now, until I get my studio set up. Thanks!

[manfromspace]

I use Vital for teaching, for about the same reasons Loopop exposes in this video. Lots of real time visual feedback, and a very clear interface. Pigments is still a bit better both in sound and interface… but Vital basic edition is free. And regarding user experience, Vital is far superior to almost anything in the market, free or paid.

[adminpanel]

Thanks for the effort! Pigments on sale thru August 11 FYI.

[basspartout]

Absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much for this quick but very efficient overview!