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The ES1 emulates the circuits of analog synthesizers in a simple, streamlined interface.
The ES1 uses a method of synthesis called subtractive synthesis. It features an oscillator
and sub-oscillator that generate harmonically rich waveforms. You subtract—cut, or filter
out—portions of these waveforms and reshape them to create new sounds. The ES1’s
tone-generation system also provides flexible modulation options that make it easy to
create punchy basses, atmospheric pads, biting leads, and sharp percussion.
If you’re totally new to synthesizers, it might be best to start off with Synthesizer Basics,
which will introduce you to the terminology and give you a great overview of different
synthesis systems and how they work.
This chapter covers the following:
Getting to Know the ES1 Interface (p. 34)
Using the ES1 Oscillators (p. 35)
Using the ES1 Filter Parameters (p. 37)
Using the ES1 Amplifier Parameters (p. 38)
Using the ES1 Envelope Parameters (p. 39)
Modulating the Sound of the ES1 (p. 41)
Adjusting Global ES1 Parameters (p. 44)
ES1 MIDI Controller List (p. 45)
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