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Synthbits: Power DX7 and the Classic Sounds of the 80s!

Written by Blake Angelos on May 16, 2018. Posted in 1980s.

We found this gem and knew it had to be shared. It’s amazing how integral the DX7 sound is to these classic hits. Did you know that you can convert all these great sounds into MONTAGE format using our handy cloud-based FM Converter app?

Take your broken wings to the final countdown and open your heart to these DX7 voices: They will take your breath away!

Did you enjoy this taste of the 80s? Share your thoughts and ask questions about how you can reproduce with your MONTAGE on the Forum here.

And stay tuned for more tasty tidbits of Synth!

Side Chain Modulation in MONTAGE: A Video Demonstration

Written by Blake Angelos on May 16, 2018. Posted in MODX/MODX+, MONTAGE.

Side Chain Modulation is common in EDM (electronic dance music) where the kick drum feeds a compressor “key” or “Side Chain.” The compressor is then patched to a pad or other sustaining sound. The compression effect works when the kick drum plays. When the kick drum plays, the compressor reduces the pad volume. This produces the offbeat “pumping” sound. There is a great article on yamahasynth.com here that is a nice accompaniment to this video below.

Check out the cool demonstration below of the Side Chain feature in MONTAGE:

Enjoy!

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