Synth Setup Tips #1 // Ft. BURG // Audio, MIDI, Sequencing, Recording and more

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UPDATE!!! Check out part 2 in this series here!
► • Synth Setup Tips #2 //...
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TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:00 Audio routing
2:05 Creative submix
3:10 MIDI routing
4:50 Master clock
5:35 MIDI channels
6:20 Noise issues
7:30 Managing cables
9:35 Ergonomics
10:50 Sequencing
14:55 Sidechain
16:35 Using high pass filters
18:00 Layering
19:00 Referencing
19:45 Mix & theme
20:45 FX pedals
22:15 Recording
24:20 Templates
25:25 DAW’s role
26:55 Master / remix
29:45 Outro
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[@BURG]

Loved to be part of this, thank you so much Ziv !! This is such a good idea and lovely idea for a series, also for myself to try and break down the workflow, rather than just doing things without thinking about them!

[@loopop]

My pleasure and thanks so much for agreeing to do this and be so open about your process!

[@AndyVonal]

Hi Jouni! Thanks for doing this with Mr Loopop! I know I told you on Ranzee's shows that I love what you do and it's great to hear in even more detail about your creative processes and production methods! Great stuff!

[@BURG]

@@AndyVonal Thanks a lot Andrew ! :) I really appreciate the kind words from you, it means a lot! cheers

[@spooky_zoo]

Very cool setup and enjoyed the informative vid. That 30 mins flew by! :)

[@benjaminbrodie9801]

Burg and Loopop....a perfect collaboration. Inspiring, educational, and much needed. Burg can do more with a Korg Volca than most people can with a Moog One. Incredible musician and sound theorist.

[@Look_North]

This is ridiculously high-yield info-dense stuff. I’ve had questions about every single one of these topics. EXTREMELY educational and to-the-point, as usual from Loopop!!

[@defjeff2907]

Burg's Patreon is full of this same great stuff as well. He is very active and communicative. He collaborates about his album and song production with the community.

[@scotth4224]

Great video, great guest & great comments and answers :) Useful into, good vibes :)

[@joelluth6384]

That's the word that popped into my head as I watched - "dense". Very high content/time.

[@audiblevideo]

Yes, more of this. Don’t forget about more “portable” and small setups.

[@glennwilsonboerstlerii535]

And beginners like many of us!

[@theprogrammerrolandmc3039]

if i had all that equipment i would never make music i make demos on a roland mc303 then i can use midi to do anything kzbin.info/www/bejne/mX27gKiMpLhsl8k it's better to programme one unit and then have the choice to make something a bigger production.

[@cryptout]

+1 for using velcro for cable management, I use a tape like roll of velcro so I can cut off pieces to size. Costs about 6 euro for 5 meters.

[@mikeexits]

This type of content is deeply needed. Wish I had this a year ago when I finally had more gear than just a Minilogue. Much love and buttery-smooth triangle waves!

[@Semc_Sucks]

PLEASE continue this series. This was perfect! Thank you both!

[@Jegkedermigmega]

This is such a useful topic! Love that you're evolving the Loopop universe with content like this. I would appreciate more content like this, as you're really breaking the usual format of synth reviews and actually contextualising them into every day use :) Good job!

[@DarkSideofSynth]

Wow! This a very unexpected but very welcome crossover. I've been following BURG for quite a few years now. Thanks and have a great weekend.

[@kitchenelectronica]

Burg's a genius. Love his work for years. Thank you for this very cool insight, Loopop !

[@LeicaCat]

Definitely would love more of this type of video. The format is great as well. Thanx.

[@MouthTrumpetOrchestra]

This was a fantastic "behind the scenes" look at the technical aspects of the creative process. I look forward to more episodes!

[@jellomusic]

this was really entertaining and enlightening, and in many aspects validation of the work I'm doing myself pursuing the perfect jam/production setup. It was very well organized by topics as usual, and Burg was very clear explaining the details. Many thanks for this to Burg and Loopop. I just love being an audionerd.

[@ellagreen9056]

Great idea for a video. I’ve faced all these questions for a long time - every time the studio gets a re-do or thinking about the best way to work. Every question was spot on. Thank you both.

[@robertreid8241]

More please! I love these videos, always little nuggets we may not have thought about. Thank you!

[@yodhanhunter]

This is awesome. I love hearing how different people put their gear to use and how their workflow works.

[@SergioLopez-el2zy]

I have been following Burg (Jouni as i now knows) for about 5 years and wanting a video like this for a long time. GREAT!!! my best wishes for you and the great Loopop for make this a reality!!

[@johngannon]

Loved this! Super insightful getting this much detail into an artists process/workflow. Please more of these!!!

[@Justin_Shadow999]

Thanks Loopop. I have been a fan of Burg for quite a long time. Very nice to see what goes on behind the scenes.

[@IanWaugh]

Yes, more please - this is wonderful. I love to see how musicians and composers use their gear.

[@lovd9722]

I’ve been waiting for this for so long!

[@karlvorndran2996]

I really enjoyed this video and found it useful to hear a specific artist’s view on setting up the studio all the way to finishing a track. I love your standard videos but I think this adds a whole new dimension and would welcome more of these. Because each artist has very different workflows, I think it’s really awesome to get a perspective that is different than what you’re used to especially when you’re stuck in a rut.

[@prezellthomas6065]

This was very helpful, and at times acutely validating. Definitely more guests, more perspectives, more ideas!

[@ivanminutistudio]

super informative and organic. the guy knows what is talking about in depth. respect.

[@virus2003]

My deepest gratitude to you both. Thank you a million times.

[@scottmcdiarmid8196]

highly relevant, two things I always do, label up your PSU's and wall warts at both ends (helps a lot) also label the midi channel number on the front of the device, saves digging into the device settings to find out what you numbered it.I also use a very long USB extension cable so I can connect my Mac/DAW to a hub which is typicall connected to my main MPC One Sequencer, works a treat and is very flexible. for mixing I use X32 Rack and X-Air 18 to save space and enable loads of I/O options

[@WarrenPostma]

All my wall warts have labels on them. "9V/TUBESCREAMER".

[@rdean150]

I keep a master reference for MIDI channel mappings. Written on paper (in pencil, obviously) and always close by. This paper lists, for every instrument, the channel(s) on my (audio) patch bay, the physical and virtual channels on my MIDI router, and the MIDI channel of the device. So many numbers needed to properly route each instrument!

[@mallechilie]

Same here on the xr18: wanted a small rack mixer that doubles as an audio interface (so it stand-alone until I power up my PC/DAW and then everything flows to the right channels). Perfect mixer for me (for this money). Racks are the best when you don't have room for a desk and still want to fit loads of gear in your bedroom 🙂

[@simonmorton3746]

Really really REALLY REALLY REALLY useful! Brilliant idea for a series, dense with info but super easy to follow, thanks for making it - nicely edited too Ziv!

[@thekitchensynth]

What a joy to hear Jouni speak about his music and production... And delivered Loopop style in an informative and focused manner. Two of my go to channels for info and tips... And have loved 'Burgs' music for years now. Thanks guys and Ziv... Great idea for a series, keep them coming! Thanks both.

[@BURG]

Big thanks Kevin !!! Also, so much thanks for your support ! this was great fun indeed :D cheers !

[@patrizio7]

This is excellent content and really helpful for me personally. I’ve been trying to build up my small home studio for the last 2 years, and all of the questions posed here were so relevant. Keep these coming Loopop!

[@mayfly552]

Wow, so much more than I thought it would be when I clicked the list. A masterclass. Thank you!

[@andrewgenner2613]

What a superb video - thank you both! The tips on recording set-up, mixing, multitracking, mastering are hugely informative and thought provoking.

[@dangerbird64]

I have been looking for something like this. Please continue with this series. Thank you!

[@AlexandreLeroux]

Yes, more of these synth setup tips videos, thanks loopop!

[@fffunky1201]

Superb thank you both. Really interesting to dive into other set ups and work flows. Best wishes to you all.

[@laurencevanhelsuwe3052]

Brilliant video.. please make more of these. It's great hearing an experienced musician explain so many technical things in one compact video.

[@gautreaux]

Wow!!! That's an amazing series!!! Really hope it keeps up. Thanks a lot.

[@alibahadirzeybek6982]

Hey, very nice initiative and an even nicer selection of a guest. Thank you for not being just another PR channel for gear manufacturers rather a good contributer to the community of music enthusiasts :)

[@Komagb]

This is fantastic. So much good input, where you can pick and choose which bits most apply to you.

[@nick-sloan]

This is a fantastic concept. Please keep this series coming.

[@ejjes]

Incredibly useful, I'd love more of these!

[@greyanaroth]

Very very nice. The important basics, clocking being the most critical one along with low end management as a close second

[@littlekaiser1]

this was amazing ! I love Burg's content and music and the info he gives is really useful! Keep it up!

[@howardmangrum5413]

Excellent! Great content, well organized and well produced. More Please.

[@chris_hall_music]

Great series! I've just re-cabled my studio and been on a DEEP dive on these myself. Super helpful to see what other folk are doing! Nice one!

[@AngryPhotoGuy]

This is a wonderful video, and it might be my favorite video on your channel. Your gear reviews are great, but this is the type of video that is helpful and educational for everyone interested in synthesis.

[@TheC0G]

What an excellent video, love following BURG's channel !! 😎👍🎹

[@matthewtunnicliffe201]

Really enjoyed this. I love listening Burg's stuff so this was a really good insight into how he does things. It's a great watch and provides food for thought for anyone with a small expanding studio setup like myself. I found the bit about recording especially interesting as I haven't got to that stage yet but have recently been thinking how to go about it. Also, his cable system looks better organised than mine - I'm only using 7 pieces of kit and it's utter chaos! I probably need to get that under control.

[@marantz1]

An amazing video! I'm really excited about this series.

[@shahirmaged3428]

THis is amazing really. Super helpful. Thank you BURG for sharing all this. Please Loopop make more videos like this. I'm a huge fan of your incredible reviews and they have helped sooooo much and this is just the cherry on the cake. Thank you. I really appreciate your work

[@sirm01]

Great episode, heard Burg a couple of times in his YT channel, can’t wait for other episodes!!!

[@mrparksy]

Amazing, beyond helpful!!! Love to see more of this type of thing!!

[@taithays]

I think it's one of the most interesting videos I ever watched on the subject. Thanks a lot and I would very much like to see the series expand.

[@rxfromparis6633]

great job on the Synth Tips videos, very good info in a easy to understand technical language, looking foward to more :)

[@Hightreewalker]

This is very awesome! I knew Burg's channel with his great music video's that always guarantee a good day just like your channel, but i learned much from this and it's even as musical as always.

[@user-xe4ur2mb7v]

Thank you so much for this series. I am just about to start rebuilding my studio after loosing everything in the Aus 2019/2020 bushfires. To be able to listen to other musicians talking about their setups is invaluable and food for thought. Tips#1 has been a fantastic insight and a very similar to the setup that I am about to embark on. thanks again you offer a wonderfull channel full of really valuable information. kind regards Mick.

[@hardcandyjewelry]

Invaluable source of information, worthy of taking notes. Thank you!

[@praticle]

Great idea for a series! This is exactly what I needed 🥰

[@AndaVolley]

really great to get a deep dive into Burg's set up and approach. some things I already do which helps validate and some new things to try and consider is really helpful. looking forward to more in this series. thanks!

[@BURG]

Thank you so much Anda!!

[@beeside8624]

Perfect video, thank you so much! Love Burg also and this was extremely informative. More please !

[@MkUltra612]

This is fantastic, thanks so much. I've been looking for exactly this kind of video for a while now.

[@ctd_audio]

This was awesome. Love to see more guests!

[@dillipphunbar7924]

Excellent! All relevant questions and problems that I battle with. I like BURG (Jouni) jams/tracks; and the fact that he uses high-end and volca. Thankyou.

[@essvt5]

Excellent series idea! Please keep these coming. I have a large hardware setup and these tips and tricks are super helpful.

[@jeffmallory3907]

AWESOME interview! Tons of practical, practical info even for my newbie self. Thank you, Burg and Loopop!

[@danilocaposeno]

This guest idea was very nice, Burg's music, for me, it's always been a notch above the others "improvisers", listening how his creative process works was highly refreshing. Keep this format running!

[@jezza8558]

This is great!! Thanks for bringing this to us, would love to see more!

[@rayderrich]

Oh man how did I miss this awesome video for so long?! I learned a lot from Burg in these 30 minutes and I thank you loopop!

[@Proper.Sounds_Audio]

This has massively informed and helped guide me for university assignment for hardware production. Thank you so much to you both, probably the most useful concise reference I have found so far. Also the matrix setup video has allowed me to speculate future setup ideas too so thanks again.

[@luke3055]

Thank you for sharing this GOLD. This really is one of the most useful videos for a music producer. Thanks!

[@baptisteborie7349]

Great video! More of this type, interview and tips for production, even from your own tips. Thank a lot.

[@TheForeboding]

Yes, please more of these. It's fantastic to see and learn all this. There's so much to digest as well. I'd love to see a couple of synth film composers, synthwave artists and especially dark synth artists.

[@miSynth]

Very very insightful. More interviews like this seem like a great idea!

[@elissitdesign]

This format is definitely welcomed! I’ve been playing live for years and still don’t feel like I have my routing perfect. I’m never happy. Burg is fantastic. Get onboard the spaceship.

[@Tallis61]

Excellent and informative! This is precisely the kind of video I am looking for in terms of how to approach setting up a workplace. I’m looking forward to a series of these if that is in the cards.

[@MichaelEckl]

That was amazing! More please! So much useful and helpful information!

[@Strages_Powers]

This was great! Thanks Loopop and it was great to see you on here Jouni! you have always been an inspiration.

[@BURG]

Big thanks mate! :)

[@Stranger_at_the_Crossroads]

Fantastic series. I vote continue!

[@nielshulgard3722]

Having already scoured fora and youtube for advice on how to make my hardware play together (OP-1, pocket operators, volcas, tape recorders, eurorack, pedals, DAW), this video is an absolute godsend addition! Thank you so much for all of your stellar content!

[@Smerikie]

Really nice! Thanks for sharing this! Very insightful!

[@dreamdealer]

amazing content Ziv, love Burg stuff and this video was really informative, please do more of these.

[@danielross7899]

This is an incredibly useful video, filled with plenty of hard-earned wisdom. It gave me some great insights, but I also found it affirming, as I my setup and approach is quite similar. Thanks so much for sharing this!

[@epigon1]

There are so many gears, and the combination of them are endless. Thanks Burg for sharing your ideas and tips PS: I think it is the first time I watch an entire half hour video without skipping to another video :)

[@Bonitosbcn]

You nailed it ! Thanks both of you for this Synth Setup Tips. You have a new patrion coming.

[@barrypike4498]

Excellent interview! Very well done.

[@nobbystyles4807]

brilliant. learnt more in thirty minutes than i have in the last thirty months. im just moving into hardware so ill sub and keep watching. thanks!

[@hiddenoctave]

This was so useful, thank you both, helped me understand where I am going wrong and where I am going right. Great content very well done.

[@daver2002]

Brilliant questions, brilliant responses, brilliant feature, agree with the majority of these comments, you're on a winner Loopop, better get that contact list out.

[@thedomlip]

Great stuff here and very useful insights- for both studio set up and music creation workflow. More please!

[@SeanEC79]

Very informative. It's always interesting to hear how others work. More of these please!

[@defjeff2907]

I love this series! I've followed Burg for a while and learned a lot from him. Thank you loopop!

[@BURG]

Thanks a lot! this was a fun collab! :) cheers

[@Seanrayamusic]

Been following BURG for about 5 years now. Amazing musician and inspiring talent. Great way to kick off this series!

[@BURG]

Thanks a lot for the kind words!! cheers :)

[@davezambrano6115]

This was awesome, more please!!!

[@VincentVenoir]

Outstanding video. I really enjoy what Burg is doing with his hardware and I love how cool and professional he’s when he’s talking about his passion and the way he works. I’ve just got started my side project that would be a gateway to DAWles production. I had so many questions and your video helped me to sort this out. Many thanks! I can't wait for another episode with a guest.

[@BURG]

Thanks, so happy to hear you liked it ! cheers :)

[@wega4105]

Thank you! Really valuable video for me. Good info in an understable way.

[@jaderene]

This video/interview was very helpful for me, especially because I'm just now starting to build my studio with euroracks, synths, drum machines and various other instruments! Also may I add that BURG's studio looks like a spaceship!

[@LEDBOO]

That studio is gorgeous! Great video.

[@dkba52]

Oh my i been waiting for this info. Thank you

[@mrclean111111]

Great video. Please continue this series!

[@massimilianomarino7523]

That's exactly what I was looking for and with a perfect timing, thanks Loopop (and BURG)! You should definitely continue this video series. A suggestion for future episodes: smaller/live setups (Ela Minus?).

[@NumberJuanSpot]

Second this!

[@dan_apeks]

Third this!

[@ElectronisoundsAudio]

Solid Gold. Please continue this series! 🤗😁👊

[@Kyle-xk4ke]

Love this series!

[@epicminor7987]

Love this. Thank you loopop. Great stuff, & really helpful (as always).