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Subject: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
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Original Message 1/18 14-Jul-00 @ 02:17 PM - Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
I tried raising the attack a bit on all envelopes(cause they are quite fast) but it didn't do anything.
If this has happened to you or you can help, don't hesitate!
Thanks.
Message 3/18 15-Jul-00 @ 04:10 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
hopefully come to the rescue soon.
Sometimes there can be distortion if
you have your level maxed out. Try
turning the level on the Nova down a
tad. Or the try turning the 'part' level
down. I doubt it but that might be it.
Lots of synths will distort in some
programs when the volume is
maxed. You can pick the level up in
your mixer if you're using one.
Message 4/18 15-Jul-00 @ 10:46 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
Sitar. Ohh well, I like the Nova, but I
guess I'll be taking it back, maybe for
a nord modular or a virus
Message 5/18 16-Jul-00 @ 01:22 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
The guys in the know are often not around the forum on weekends. Wish I could be of more help.
Message 6/18 16-Jul-00 @ 01:23 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
Message 7/18 17-Jul-00 @ 02:46 AM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
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Well since I may be returning it, what do you suggest? Everyone says virus this virus that, but they are IMPOSSIBLE to demo in the states. I am really interested in the nord modular rack-even though I don't know a damn thing about modular synthesis- I think I would just throw shit together and play blindfolded.
later
Message 8/18 17-Jul-00 @ 03:52 AM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
If you haven't taken your Nova back yet, you might want to try turning down the program level (not the part level or master level):
In program mode, select the pad program causing you trouble and turn down the program level knob (which doubles up as part level in performance mode). Write the program to memory. Switch to performance mode and select this modified pad. Does that sort it?
Many of the "preset" program levels are set quite high to maximise signal-to-noise ratio. In my experience this is too high for a lot of the voices, resulting in effects section distortion (Chorus effect particularly sensitive to this.. if distortion goes away when you turn chorus level down this is a sure sign of too high program level).
Richard
Message 9/18 17-Jul-00 @ 12:59 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
Message 10/18 18-Jul-00 @ 01:08 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
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Message 12/18 19-Jul-00 @ 03:55 AM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
Richard
Message 13/18 20-Jul-00 @ 02:38 AM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
I just don't get it? At first I figured I was just experiencing voice stealing, but it happens when I'm trilling between 2 notes!
Another wierd thing is that it's not evident at first. It takes about 1 second after a program change till it starts, and when I lower my playing velosity it dies out and when I raise it, then it returns in 1 second or so.
I'm bummed, but it's nice that your all offering suggestions. I appreciate the help guys!
Message 15/18 24-Jul-00 @ 03:45 AM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
This is a 3 part perf, thats 3 voices for every note. so a 4 note chord will use all 12 voices. Playing a new chord when these are still releasing will cause note stealing and therefore a click as they are stolen.
The solution is play less voices.
Klangg
Message 16/18 24-Jul-00 @ 12:49 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
Message 17/18 25-Jul-00 @ 07:38 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
Now that you've discovered the source of the apparent problem (and glad it's not broken, eh?!), try a little patience. You have to think about -- especially with pad-like, longer-sustained notes -- how you're using your voices. This is true of _any_ synth out there, I can starve an 128-voice P2K without much trouble if I do the right things.
A voice isn't over 'til it's over, which means it's not going to be "available" in the voice pool until the release phase has ended. So... work with the sustain and release times to get that golden balance between the sustained sound you want (and add a little chorus or delay in the fx section so you can back off the s/r times) and the maximum number of voices you can have.
Getting a Nova and then complaining about the voices means you have to pay a little closer attention; the Nova is not intended to be a 48-voice monster, you can get a Supernova II keyboard for an excellent price if you want that.
If you're working with an instrument with fewer voices, it's an opportunity to learn a _lot_ more about how to optimize the way you work with them.
I am happy with numerous patches on my Nord Modular that I make, which I only allow 4 voices for, even though I could have 16 for 'em. It's all in how you work the instrument.
rt
Message 18/18 25-Jul-00 @ 08:11 PM - RE: Perf mode crackles??? HELP!
THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HELP EVERYONE>PROBLEM SOLVED!
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