Ultrabeat Unleashed
Logic 204
Introduced in Logic 7 and banging in Logic Pro X, Ultrabeat is Logic's classic drum machine. Steve H. shows you how to use Ultrabeat as a synth, sampler, and step-sequencer combined!
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Course Outline
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Section 1: The Interface
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Section 2: The Sound Generators
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Section 3: Voice Audio Processing
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Section 4: The Modulators
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Section 5: Voice Output Processing
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Section 6: The Step Sequencer
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Section 7: Tips and Tricks
Course Overview
Steve H. is at it again with this power-house tutorial showing you how to use Ultrabeat.
The tutorial starts with a detailed exploration of Ultrabeat's interface. You'll learn how to trace the signal path from start to finish through the instrument - along the way you'll learn how Ultrabeat's switches and buttons (including hidden switches) function to control it's sound.
You'll move on to a detailed exploration of oscillators as you discover how to synthesis drum sounds from the ground-up in Ultrabeat. Why use presets ... make your own unique drum sounds by watching these videos!
Next you'll explore filters, envelopes & modulators as you shape your oscillators to create your sound.
The second half of the tutorial moves into the groove. In this section you'll learn how to create drum patters using Ultrabeat's built-in step sequencer. By the end of the video, you'll be ready to put your vintage 909 (and your favorite drummer) in the closet - Ultrabeat has the sounds and versatility you're after!