Designing a Preset With The Neuzeit Warp | Additive & Wavetable Synthesis

In this video, I'm going to walk through the Sound Design Features of the Neuzeit Warp!
Neuzeit Instruments' Warp is a hybrid additive/wavetable synth voice that uses two oscillators for each of the four voices and features an onboard waveform editor easily usable via the centralized screen. The most eye catching feature is the colorful XY matrix that gives you realtime information on how your sound is traveling through the sonic plane. Using frequency spectra and 512 sines per oscillator, you can generate some incredible and unique sounds. The integrated editor lets you draw your own waveshapes using the matrix and screen, as well as load your own external spectral sources via the SD card reader.
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[@alexandermontagnet3361]

Has anyone ever checked out the Neuzeit Instruments Orbit? It seems amazing, it's almost an entire system in one module. I think a lot of people might veer away from it thinking it is just a Bitcrusher and Harmonizer, however, those are just two features on the module. I'd love to be able to spend some time with the Orbit, Warp, and Quasar. The pricing for Neuzeit Instruments modules is tough to swallow, but it seems like every module is packed full of features.

[@braintree56]

I would love to give the Quasar a try. It's on my wishlist.

[@manicmodular8956]

Just bought this module along with Warpex and Quasar and was also a bit on the fence about the menu diving but it’s pretty simple. Build quality is top notch and all the knobs have the “thick” Doepfer feel to them which I wish all modules had. Anyway great vid will try and apply some of these tips to my new patches

[@braintree56]

I agree. I have the Quasar on my wishlist. What do you think of it?

[@HousePlant_Ambient]

Looks awesome, sounds great, but good god do I hate menu diving modules, haha. Great video!

[@braintree56]

Yeah - I hear that. This one isn't too bad. There are only one or two layers so it doesn't feel like you have to do a lot of searching. Plus, once you design your sound or load a preset - all the controls are there and ready to go. I hate memorizing button combinations more than menus! Ha!

[@alexandermontagnet3361]

@@braintree56100% agree with this statement! Menus aren't that bad at all, especially when compared to memorizing button combos and then having to know each color the led might flash. You always have to have the manual with you for that. With that said, I do not mind the button combos on the Mother-32 because it's Moog! Haha.

[@joeymc5272]

A little while ago but now that you have had some time what do you think of warp. Are you still hyped about it or ehhh?

[@braintree56]

Long answer incoming! I think it really depends on your style, preferences, and the rest of your setup. I honestly don't use it that much and have, on a couple of occasions thought about listing it for sale. But every time I try it again and have a blast with it. So I end up keeping it. The problem,for me, is that I tend to gravitate towards analog, one knob per function, and no menus. Plus, now I have a fairly large setup with many other modules that I am quite fond of. While you can use it with those, I think the Warp really shines as a stand alone synth. So when I use it,I might modulate it, but I'm not going to use external filters and envelopes. So it doesn't really fit that well in my system... I also am still iffy about digital modules. My background before modular was mostly using software - which was great and very productive. Modular has an appeal to me that I love because it's so different than soft Synths. Often when I'm using digital modules (groove boxes, sequencers, and desktop Synths as well) I find myself saying - this sounds just like a VST but without the ease of the computer.... So I think the Warp probably doesn't fit with me personally. However I could see it shining with someone who has a smaller setup and is looking for an all in one. Or is trying to save HP. I don't have any complaints about it though and when I do fire it up - I find it very enjoyable. I will not be selling it any time soon! :)

[@braintree56]

One more thing. I wonder if the Warp would do better as a desktop synth. Possibly even with a keyboard. Something like the Korg Wavestate... If that's what you are looking for in a modular format - this is the right synth for you!

[@joeymc5272]

@@braintree56 thank you so much for this longer detailed answer. Most people leave a short answer and you don’t really get the full gist of things. I only have digital vcos right now and want to try analogue but not sure what to get. I mainly like making dreamy melodies, shorter attack decays with a lot of fx but i would also like something that sounds fat on the low end and bright clean as well. Any suggestions on your favorites?

[@braintree56]

@@joeymc5272 Oh yeah. And analog would go well with that dreamy vibe. Sometimes they drift. Sometimes they don't track as well. Those subtle inconsistencies, to me, and very pleasing and exciting. I have a video on Expensive vs. Cheap Oscillators you should check out. I still have every one of the oscillators in the video. The Minimod is one of my favorites, but it's pricey. I'm not sure the price is justified... But... I still plug into it frequently and it's built very well. I have three AI Synthesis Oscillators that were DIY builds. If you know how to solder, I would do those. (I also bought some vintage style knobs and they look AWESOME). My only complaint about AI Synthesis modules are the knobs they come with. I would highly recommend watching some of my videos on DIY modules... If you don't know how to solder, it's very easy to learn. It can save you a ton of money and it's super fun. I'm also a big fan of Doepfer modules. Their Standard VCOs are worth the extra over the Basic. And honestly, the Mother-32 is a steal if you buy used... You could use it as a complete synth or just the VCO section. Just the Filter. It has a noise generator. I put mine in my rack and use it a lot.

[@joeymc5272]

@@braintree56 i actually watched a ton of your videos lol. Your pams pro one was one of the best tutorials ive seen and much appreciated. I saw your cheap vs expensive. I am almost on board with getting the minimod vco as to me it just sounds so good. The ai synthesis ones sound almost just as good as ajh. I do solder my own patch cables but that is as much as i know and i am not sure how much more complex soldering pcbs and such are? Do i need flux on top of solder by chance?