U-he Diva Tutorials

Diva tutorial 01 - Distortion

YouTube Published on Jul 5, 2012 by uheplugins

"This is the first of a series of bite-sized tutorials aimed at users of u-he's latest synthesizer, Diva. Let's get straight to the nitty-gritty i.e. the fascinating subject of distortion.

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Introduction to ACE - Part 1 - 4

Published on Mar 30, 2014 uheplugins·81 videos

"The first in Dan Worrall's 4-part series about u-he's ACE modular synthesizer.
Best viewed at 720p (HD) resolution

u-he: www.u-he.com
Dan: www.platinumears.com"

Introduction to ACE - Part 2 of 4


Published on Apr 3, 2014 uheplugins·82 videos

Introduction to ACE - Part 3 of 4

Published on Apr 14, 2014 uheplugins·83 videos

Introduction to ACE - Part 4 of 4

Published on Apr 25, 2014 uheplugins·84 videos

This is Zebra2 (1080p HD version)

YouTube Uploaded by uheplugins on Sep 20, 2011

"A 3-minute introduction to the main features of Zebra2 (versions 2.3 / 2.5). Best watched in 1080p HD, fullscreen. Music by Howard Scarr based on a theme by Hans Zimmer. All sounds are Zebra2 (100% synthetic, no samples). No additional effects or post-processing were used."

Zebra2 Mini-Tutorial #46 - Yet Another PWM Method

Uploaded by uheplugins on Sep 18, 2011
All tutorials: http://www.youtube.com/user/uheplugins
"#46 - Yet Another PWM Method - 1m:05s

As if we didn't have enough of them already, here's yet another way of getting that classic cyclic "pulse width modulation" (PWM) effect. It uses what I can only call "negative Sync" for the moment... I'll edit this blurb and add a technical explanation as soon as I find out how/why it works!"

ACE Tutorial #12 - LFO1 Tricks

YouTube Uploaded by uheplugins on Oct 19, 2011

"The ACE User Guide mentions that LFO1 has a few tricks up its sleeve: it can process any signal connected to the s&h or phase modulation inputs, with the folowing results:

1) standard sample & hold
2) sample rate reduction
3) waveshaping"

Also see The A.C.E. Controller from Synth-Project

Update:

ACE Tutorial #13 - Mix Tricks

Uploaded by uheplugins on Oct 19, 2011

"A few tricks you can do with the MIX module in ACE..."

u-he at Frankfurt Musikmesse 2015

Published on Apr 28, 2015 uheplugins

"A short time lapse of our time at the 2015 Frankfurt Musikmesse.

Background music by Michael Pettit using Hive (the drums are from Ableton Live). Hive presets used were created by Howard Scarr, Basari Studios and Mystic Vibes."

Update: One additional video:

u-he Bazille Musikmesse Demo

Published on Apr 28, 2015 uheplugins

"A quick demonstration video we put together to show off Bazille at the 2015 Frankfurt Musikmesse.

Music by Michael Dühr."

Visit to u-he headquarters in Berlin

YouTube Uploaded by uheplugins on Aug 24, 2011

Don't miss part 2 below for some vintage synth play.
"Playing with Urs Heckmann's recently acquired collection of vintage analogue synthesizers."

Visit to u-he headquarters in Berlin - Part 2

Uploaded by uheplugins on Aug 25, 2011

"Playing with Urs Heckmann's recently acquired collection of vintage analogue synthesizers."

u-he Arena - Selected Presets (Soundset for Hive)

Published on Nov 1, 2017 uheplugins
Re-Published on Nov 6, 2017 uheplugins

"A selection of some of the presets found in the Hive soundset Arena.

For more info on Arena and more demo sounds visit:
http://www.u-he.com/hive-arena

For more information and download the Hive demo (VST, AU, AAX) visit: http://www.u-he.com/hive

Arena is high energy. A compact soundset dedicated to a single theme. From the first to the last, these presets focus on lead sounds crafted especially for infectious melodies and dramatic riffs.

When developing Arena, Kevin Schroeder concentrated on creating sounds suited to the high energy of contemporary dance music. And these 50 presets certainly deliver: From searing keys to mood-altering plucks—Arena is high octane fuel for your club anthems.

Traveller comes with 50 presets. Created by Kevin Schroeder."

u-he Hive Science 2 Walkthrough (Soundset for Hive)

Published on Apr 13, 2017 uheplugins

"A walkthrough of the presets found in the soundset Hive Science 2.

0:08 Perc Loops
3:17 Note Loops
9:37 Stomp Loops
15:48 Leads & Keys
24:13 Basses & Wobs
28:23 Strings & Pads
35:10 Noises & Hits

For more info on Hive Science 2 and demos songs visit:
http://www.u-he.com/hive-science2"

"☆ NEW Howard Scarr and Kevin Schroeder team up again for Hive Science 2, 350 presets full of style and high impact. The soundset revisits and expands on ideas from the original Hive Science. More epic pads, more stomping rhythms, more modern leads, more pensive textures, more thumping basses… more of everything."

u-he features with Marco Resmann

Published on Sep 30, 2015 uheplugins

"Since the mid-90s Marco Resmann has been involved with house and techno music in one way or another. A music collector turned DJ, Marco found himself in the midst the exploding Berlin music scene. With a curious mind and a sense of fun, Marco quickly found his place - the parties, underground clubs and music of this time became the foundation of his career. After establishing himself as a DJ, he began work on producing music and collaborating in the early 2000s. The latest chapter in Marco’s story kicked off in 2007 when he launched his own record label Upon You and started producing under his own name.

We caught up with Marco at his studio in Berlin and talked about his history, music, projects and Diva.

Run EP is available now on Watergate Records as 12" or digital download.
http://www.water-gate.de/label/12inch...
https://pro.beatport.com/release/run-..."

u-he Hive - Selected Presets

Published on Jun 25, 2015 uheplugins

"A run through of some of Hive's factory presets to show the variety of sounds Hive is capable of producing.

This is only a small look at what Hive can do, as there are 2700 presets that come with Hive.

More info and download demo (VST, AU, AAX) here: http://www.u-he.com/hive

Presets in the video:

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u-he BAZILLE - modular synthesizer plugin (VST, AU, AAX)

Published on Sep 29, 2014 uheplugins

"For more information and download, visit http://www.u-he.com/cms/bazille
Buy now for only 89$ (that’s 30% off). Offer expires October 15th

Credits: Video by Mojito, music by Michael Dühr, 3D graphics by Sebastian Greger"

u-he presents HIVE - official HD video

Published on May 19, 2015 uheplugins

"u-he presents HIVE: a powerful but CPU-friendly synthesizer.
Available as VST, AU, AAX plug-in.

More information and demo download: http://www.u-he.com/hive

A streamlined single screen UI lets you dive into sound creation immediately. The fluid workflow lets you tweak away until your sound is just right (or wrong in just the right way). HIVE was engineered to be light on CPU - it won’t slow you down while you work. HIVE: A lightweight synth that delivers a heavyweight sound!

Credits: Video by Michael Pettit, music by Michael Dühr, 3D by Sebastian Greger"

"Hive was made to be fast and simple. The streamlined single screen UI lets you dive into sound creation immediately. A fluid workflow invites you to tweak away until your sound is just right (or wrong in just the right way). Hive was engineered to be light on CPU, and won’t slow you down while you work. But being “fast and simple” doesn’t mean we’ve sacrificed sound quality or creative control - Hive is packed with features, controls and enough flexibility to deliver stunning sounds.

Whatever your style - from dance to ambient, progressive rock to R&B - Hive is the right tool for the job: a lightweight synth that delivers a heavyweight sound!

Features preview:
Very low CPU usage
Switchable audio characteristics (normal, dirty, clean)
2 main oscillators, 2 sub-oscillators
Up to 16x unison for each of the 4 oscillators for “super” sounds
2 multimode filters
Step sequencer and arpeggiator
12 slot modulation matrix with 2 targets per slot, 4 envelopes (ADSR), 2 LFOs
7 built in effects
Single screen interface"

u-he Hive Musikmesse Demo - Make a track in 2 minutes

Published on Jun 3, 2015 uheplugins

"A quick demonstration video we put together to show off Hive at the 2015 Frankfurt Musikmesse.

Watch the track come together in 2 minutes.

Find more information about Hive, and download the demo at: http://www.u-he.com/hive

Music by Michael Dühr."

Introduction to U-He MFM2

YouTube Published on Apr 18, 2012 by uheplugins

"Here's a comprehensive introduction into More Feedback Machine our Delay Heaven. Dan Worrall explains the plug-in's structure and gives eye-opening examples for it's usage."

Introduction to u-he HIVE Overview Tutorial Videos

Published on Jun 1, 2015 uheplugins

"In this 10 part series, Ronan Macdonald introduces the basic features and functions in Hive."

Playlist:
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 1 Control Bar + Presets
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 2 Oscillators
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 3 Filters
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 4 Glide
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 5 Modulation Matrix
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 6 LFOs
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 7 Envelopes
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 8 Arpeggiator
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 9 Sequencer
Introduction to u-he HIVE - 10 Effects

Introduction to ACE - Part 3 of 4

Published on Apr 14, 2014 uheplugins·83 videos

"The third in Dan Worrall's 4-part series about u-he's ACE modular synthesizer.
Best viewed at 720p (HD) resolution

u-he: www.u-he.com
Dan: www.platinumears.com"

All parts here.

u-he at Superbooth16

Published on Apr 27, 2016 uheplugins

"Superbooth16 in a few words: stunning 1950s architecture of the Funkhaus Berlin, walls of modular synthesizers, late afternoon riverside absinthe drinks, old friends, new technology and captivating musical performances. At times the whole event felt like equal parts festival and trade show. A wonderful experience.

Now... when is the next one?

But better than words is a video capturing some of our fun."

Introduction to ACE - Part 2 of 4

Published on Apr 3, 2014 uheplugins·82 videos

The second in Dan Worrall's 4-part series about u-he's ACE modular synthesizer.
Best viewed at 720p (HD) resolution

u-he: www.u-he.com
Dan: www.platinumears.com

Part 1 here.

Diva tutorial 05 - LFO recursion

YouTube Published on Sep 7, 2012 by uheplugins

"The fifth bite-sized tutorial aimed at users of u-he's Diva, this one introduces the term "recursive modulation" (I already mentioned this technique in my old Access Virus programming tutorial). Here's the shortest dictionary definition I found:

recursion |riˈkərZHən| - see "recursion"

Even if you don't get that geek joke immediately, you probably will after watching the video. Due to Diva's fixed simple architecture, the only parts capable of recursive modulation are the LFOs...

First off, LFO2 is used to modulate oscillator pitch and filter cutoff. LFO2 is also used to modulate its own level... recursion! Note how the shape of the LFO (nominally a triangle wave) is affected.

Next, LFO2 is used to modulate its own rate, which not only affects the overall rate but also (again) the shape.

Normally there's no control for the pulse width of LFO square waves, but you can even do this via recursive modulation - in the 3rd experiment, LFO2 also modulates its own rate.

Of course the two LFOs can even modulate each other's rates and/or levels for a more complex type of recursion. The preset "HS Spacely Spice" is a good example of this.

Homework: Experiment further with both LFOs modulating each other until you have a sound you like. Instead of e.g. LFO1 modulating LFO2 rate directly, put LFO1 and modulation wheel into the "Add" processor and use that to modulate LFO2 rate instead. There are many more tricks to discover using those processors together with recursive modulation..."

All parts here.

Baby Steps - Preview of Upcoming Arpeggiator for u-he Diva

Published on Nov 30, 2012 by uheplugins
"Alpha version of forthcoming Diva Arpeggiator :-)"