Noodling with the Poly Cinematic by Knobula - Random Desk Synth Patches!

This video is long so I dropped in some time stamps to help guide you a bit. Overall, this is just my approach on how I get to know my modules better. I usually do this exploration in a small case like a 104hp or 62hp palette case, so I can focus on specific modules.
The Poly Cinematic by Knobula is basically a compact synthesizer! It’s an 8 voice polyphonic synth that's super diverse! It's loaded with super saws per voice, detuning options and 3 different wave shapes and modes. As you'll see in the video all the controls are easily accessible and quick to dial in. I am using the Cosmix as my mixer. This mixer is pretty easy to use because of the faders and mute capabilities. Next, I have the Disting EX. I am using a percussion folder of samples that I loaded on it mainly for hats and claps sounds. One output channel on the Disting EX is patched through the MMF filter by WMD to add a performative way to bring the percussion in and out during the jams. For the kick I have the Bass Drum by Mosaic 1u, which is a super punchy 1u module! I also am using their Variable Delay as well just to add a fun effect on the clap/snare like sound in various parts of the jam session. For sequencing I am using one of my favorite sequencers, the Vector by Five12. This sequencer is very quick to get into and with its chord sequencing options I can really take advantage of all the voices on the Poly Cinematic!
VIDEO
0:00 - CASE WALKTHROUGH
3:22 - Starting with a basic sequence
4:28 Breaking down the patterns sequenced using the Vector sequencer. First, the drum pattern laying a foundation sequence. Then the first Poly Cinematic sequence using 4 tracks on the Vector sequencer to utilize the 8 voices.
5:32 - JAM 1 [House Vibe]
6:23 - Run through of the knob functions and parameters on the Poly Cinematic
8:45 - Using the 1u Mosaic delay on the Clap/snare like sound
9:34 - JAM 2 Organ Sounds [House Vibe]
10:25 - JAM 3 - Chord Stabs [House Vibe]
11:53 - JAM 4 [Techno] Writing new Techno patterns with the Vector Sequencer utilizing the Random feature
13:03 - Poly Cinematic Settings - Square Wave in Mode 1
14:08 - Poly Cinematic Settings - Triangle Wave in Mode 3
15:47 - Adding another layer to make use of additional voices on the Poly Cinematic
17:17 - TALKING - Review of what is happening with the patch and sequences
18:28 - Switching the Wave setting on the Poly Cinematic
18:46 - Reverb and Filter on the Poly Cinematic
19:56 - More jamming
20:16 - JAM 5 [Techno] - Adding another layer and shifting the sequences to make use of additional voices on the Poly Cinematic
22:16 - Detune knob on the Poly Cinematic - WILD
22:51 - Switching the settings of WAVE and MODE on the Poly Cinematic
23:21 - TALKING - Patching and modulating the Filter Frequency with a trigger from the Vector Sequencer
24:22 - More jamming and noodling
24:42 - Clap/snare sound - Dialing in the delay Using the 1u Mosaic delay
25:40 - Filter frequency modulation - changing the trigger time
26:33 - TALKING - REVIEW of what is going on in the patch and sequence
27:13 - More Filter frequency modulation
27:50 - Detune knob fun - switching from Octave and back to Unison
28:18 - WAVE and DETUNE switching
28:44 - Filter frequency modulation - changing the trigger time
29:21 - More Filter frequency modulation - changing the trigger time
29:38 - Again, more Filter frequency modulation - changing the trigger time
30:15 - Once again, more Filter frequency modulation - changing the trigger time
30:34 - JAM 6 - Writing new sequence on the Vector
31:41 - Fun with the Vector Sequencer. Utilizing the randomization features
32:56 - TALKING - Talk about my approach to getting to know modules and process
35:00 - Back to jamming and fun with filter sweeps
35:27 - Pattern switch up
36:08 - TALKING - CLOSING COMMENTS
36:35 - LAST JAM 7
** Modules/Gear used **
Poly Cinematic [Knobula] - bit.ly/3qGnjkS
Vector Sequencer [Five12] - bit.ly/3qKO1Zu
Bass Drum & Variable Delay [Mosaic 1u] - bit.ly/333DQHX
Cosmix [Cosmotronic] - www.cosmotronic.nl/
Disting EX [Expert Sleepers] - bit.ly/3zOr0Jn
MMF [WMD] - wmdevices.com/
104u Palette Case [Intellijel] - intellijel.com/shop/cases/
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[@oscidigi7357]

Great technical breakdowns on the patches!!

[@Trovarsi]

Thanks Alex!

[@arcologies]

I love this! Love your music too 🎶 💜 the sounds you’re making with that module are right up my alley.

[@Trovarsi]

Thank you!!!

[@timwendt1935]

Loved this jam. I have a Poly Cinematic as well and I love it.

[@Trovarsi]

Thanks!!

[@paztornero9842]

🙏

[@jokeairmontpelliercity]

yessss !!! Merci pour la démonstration !!!!!

[@ElectronisoundsAudio]

Fantastic Demos! Great Job! Woot! 👏👏

[@Trovarsi]

Thanks Dean!!

[@antinolfithierry6324]

excellent

[@Digiphex]

Amazing.

[@d1g419]

Such refreshing techno..........👍😎 Many thanks

[@Trovarsi]

Thanks!!

[@bodoelsel]

Excellent video 😀

[@Trovarsi]

Thank you!!

[@davidmason1500]

Thank you for making this video I've learned a lot here.

[@Trovarsi]

Thanks! Happy it helped! 😀

[@kostantinosmag2986]

Great video nice........

[@Wanttoknowabout]

Inspiring

[@ritec]

That is one work horse of a module! The sound reminds me a lot of the Juno 106.

[@Trovarsi]

Oh yeah! It has a super thick sonic palette of sounds!!

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

@@Trovarsi agree and this with the Castor & Pollux/Jove combo would be trance/house bliss!

[@CinematicLaboratory]

It's so cool to see the Cosmix from my hometown in your case :). And that Poly definitely has my name on it.

[@Trovarsi]

Hey! Thanks for watching! Both of these modules are fantastic. I can't wait to see/hear what you do with the Poly Cinematic!

[@CinematicLaboratory]

@@Trovarsi It's finally arriving next week :). Can't wait, but have to.

[@Trovarsi]

@@CinematicLaboratory Nice! I can't wait to hear what you do with it!

[@alwysgreen1781]

Amazing video! Instant sub

[@audiocl1932]

So good it hurts!! ordered mine yesterday...

[@Trovarsi]

If you post on IG, tag me so I can hear your patch with it. :)

[@BeatsAndGuitars]

That Poly Cinematicis dope!!

[@Trovarsi]

Oh yeah! Super beefy sound!!

[@Somnambule]

Yeah, sounds great! Greetings 🖖☺️

[@Trovarsi]

Thanks for listening!

[@wljhawk]

Mind blown! Have had this module for a while but couldn't get sounds like this out of it and now I see why. Wasn't running multiple sequences to it! Do you use one chord and several mono sequences or mix it up with several chord sequences? Thanks for sharing!

[@Trovarsi]

Glad I could help! So I mix it up. Sometimes chord sequences with mono sequences, or all mono. It just depends what I am trying to do. The most common is chord and a few mono, but I just have fun with it! :)

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

Love your small setup! I have a 4u palette case with Queen of Pentacles, chainsaw, small mixer and Eloquencer to sequence beats and melody. Love the Poly Cinematic sounds ace for dance melody.

[@Trovarsi]

That's a nice beefy setup!

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

@@Trovarsi thanks! I am having good results so far with this small setup. Hope to jam out once things get back to normal.

[@motaki79]

Hi, do you think you can do a video on how to set up the vector midi din sync to the knobula? Or maybe add some clarififcation on the manual on pages 8, 14, and 18? i've been looking through the vector manual and been struggling.

[@returnofthemilk]

Delicious

[@AllisterDotDash]

Sounds great! Nice groove ya got going there. I noticed that on your version the trigger button lights up. I’ve noticed other versions don’t light up the trigger is just blue. Do you know anything about that? Just curious. Thanks!

[@Trovarsi]

hmm that's odd. I believe it should light up when triggered. It always does for me.

[@BootieBrownTV]

Thank you for putting out this information. I have a similar setup with the Five12 and Poly Cine. My question is to get the 8 voices are you using Part 5 and 6 on the Five12 ? or just one Part ? I have it hooked in midi . Not sure if the Five12 needs certain settings out side of turning a Part into a chord and assigning the correct midi.

[@Trovarsi]

It's been a min. since I created this video but I believe it's both parts. I usually set it up to use at least two parts just so I can keep track of what I am doing and so I can create call and responses as well. It's just a matter of assigning the chord option on the vector part and then assigning the midi channel to the part. You could you all the parts if you wanted to. Additionally, there is also a few button combos on the vector that you can push to turn the chord into a more complex chord giving you a 4 note chord instead of two notes. Hold the EDIT button (E-flat on the mini keyboard) and press Encoder 9 to flip the whole sequence to custom chord. Hold EDIT and press any other Encoder to just flip that step to custom chord.

[@BootieBrownTV]

@@Trovarsi Thank you so much for this information.

[@unfamiliarenvironments]

Fun jam! I’m considering the Vector (and poly cinematic) curious about the two 3.5mm trs midi jacks on the main unit. Is the vector able to send a chord sequence on one of those channels while at the same time being able to use the two gate/cv/vel for other sequenced lines ? Can you then also use the second trs midi Jack as a polyphonic drum channel - all without the expander?

[@Trovarsi]

Hi! Yes the Vector can do all that without the expander over 3.5mm trs connection. The only thing the 3.5mm connection can't do is receive midi. They can only send midi. Also don't forget that the Vector sequencer has USB A and B connectivity and can host. It's a very powerful sequencer. :)

[@unfamiliarenvironments]

@@Trovarsi thanks so much for taking the time to fill me in - ordered along with a Ryk Vector Wave - I'm ready to join the midi party!

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

How do you split the module into multiple parts to create the various sequences for each part?

[@Trovarsi]

I'm not a 100% sure if I understand the question. Are you asking how do I make various songs with the one case setup/patch? If that's what you are asking. I use the sequencer and a lot of modulation on the voices. Let me know if I'm on the right track and I can give you more info. :) Also, I do a full breakdown of a case from my REFORM 2021 live performance that I might help give you a little more insight to the way I patch. I think I'm going to do a live stream in the next fews day on my new case setup as well.

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

@@Trovarsi yes how you get multiple melodies from the one module? Does it have more than a single 1v/oct output? I will check out your live performance breakdown. Great stuff!

[@Trovarsi]

@@GuitarsAndSynths The Knobula has 8 voices and also has midi, so I found to get the most out of it for me, I use the midi connection. The sequencer I use supports midi and also has chord tracks which makes it super easy to make use of the polyphony. If you send v/oct to it you can use the chords but sending cv to the chord select input, but I think the other way is more flexible.

[@zachstarr2543]

Will the poly cinematic accept polyphonic midi on one channel to play a chord?

[@Trovarsi]

Yes. For example I like to use my Vector sequencer (set up 1 chord channel) to play the module. Midi has been the easiest way to take full advantage of it with the least amount of patching.

[@zachstarr2543]

@@Trovarsi awesome I’ve been using the acid rain chainsaw but would like some maj7 capabilities.

[@DennisThePhantomMenace]

You are not using the vector sequencer that often, you are using it all the time 😀 (as far as I know).

[@Trovarsi]

I think you're right! 99.5% its in my case.