tSoniq has released a free user-oscillator for Korg ‘logue synthesizers, including the NTS-1, Minilogue XD and Korg Prologue.
unity is a multi-model virtual analogue design, that supports morphable wave-shapes and up to 19 independently detuned waveform generators per voice.
The models include simple linear wave-shaping, ring-modulation and FM. A tracking sweepable high-pass filter and overdrive unit are also included to further shape the sound.
A wide range of sounds are possible, spanning simple wave-shapes though 1970’s string synthesizers.
Unity is available now as a free download. Donation are encouraged to help support further development work.
Synthesist and Ableton Certified Trainer Brian Funk shared a free Ableton Live pack featuring a classic ‘spooky theremin’ sound.
In the video tutorial above, Funk demonstrates his sound design process, synthesizing the theremin with Ableton Live’s Wavetable and then adding expressive controls with pressure and the modulation wheel.
You can download the free Live Pack via Brian Funk website, where you’ll also find hundreds of previous Live Packs and sound design tutorials.
Dodo MIDI is a free voice to MIDI plugin that detects incoming audio, which can be voice or musical instruments, and translates it into MIDI that you can use to control any MIDI synth.
The video demonstrates how to get started with the plugin.
Here’s what the developer say about it:
“What sets it apart from all the other audio to MIDI software packages available, is that it really works incredibly well and is extremely useful as a live musical instrument! For the first time, you can play (almost) any synthesizer or sampler just by using your voice, with imperceptible latency, and exceedingly accurate control over legato, slides and articulation.”
The following video demonstrates how to set it up to control a MIDI instrument:
