Roland Aira S-1 and Volca Keys: Perfect Match?

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Unleash the power of two incredible synths! In this tutorial, we craft a complex cinematic ambient drone by harnessing the combined magic of the Korg Volca Keys and the Roland Aira S-1.
We'll guide you through the entire setup process, diving deep into the settings of both synths to unlock their full potential. Then, unleash your inner sonic architect! We'll craft our soundscape together, leveraging the contrast between the raw analog power of the Volca Keys and the Roland S-1's ethereal pads. Pro tips and secret tricks will be revealed along the way to supercharge your sound design.
Get ready to:
- Unlock the atmospheric potential of these iconic synths
- Craft a mesmerizing soundscape perfect for soundtracks and more
- Learn valuable sound design techniques
Even if you're new to synths, this tutorial will equip you to create your own sonic journeys. Let's build a drone symphony together!
Volca Keys drone hack used in this video: • Can it do this?! - Kor...
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[@jack83aq]

Bellissimo, che viaggio! Mi fa pensare a certi lati B dei dischi degli Ash Ra Tempel

[@geminidefect]

never thought to do this... i have 6 volcas to pair with my s1 and now, much less time for other activities. liked and subbd

[@dianamiino7391]

Very nice performance 👍

[@rafalvarenga]

awesome!

[@john678]

Loved it and subscribed 😎

[@prcr]

This is beautiful!

[@FartingDog88]

Good one! Thank you 🙂

[@garaughty]

Gorgeous texture & atmosphere on this !

[@Theechoes-dp8cx]

Amico mio un viaggio! Grazie! Continua a fare video sull’ s1 per favore, sono pochi quelli del tuo canale e grazie a te sto imparando un sacco di cose! Grazie di cuore.

[@ElectroMagnetic_AmbientMusic]

Va bene penso che ne farò ancora!

[@KurtLorenz]

❤❤❤

[@chris_montroy]

Just got the S-1. Need to invest in the Volca. I assume your red cable is into a DAW via your audio interface

[@ElectroMagnetic_AmbientMusic]

You are correct.

[@Hakucho64]

Nice idea, I have both these units, so I'll give it a try! Just curious though, why you took the trouble to set the Keys' LFO to a square wave, when you don't seem to use the LFO?

[@ElectroMagnetic_AmbientMusic]

Indeed, why I did so? 🤣 Maybe I had something in my mind but didn't bdobit in the end 😅

[@john678]

Just getting started with my S1 and love it. Using it with my Ipad and it’s all I need. Have Volca Keys as well and wish there was a way to get the Volca audio out into the S1’s USB audio stream out. Other than a hardware hack, I don’t see a way to do this. Am I missing anything ?

[@ElectroMagnetic_AmbientMusic]

As far as I know the USB audio streams only the internal audio, but I'm not 100% sure. the mix in seems to bypass all the circuits of the S-1 since also the effects don't apply.

[@john678]

@@ElectroMagnetic_AmbientMusic Thanks for the reply !I checked the block diagram but was hoping I was wrong. Love your stuff

[@synthebo]

😮😮😮😍😍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩