Instruments and Effects

Chapter 25 EXS24 mkII 413
In the Type menu, you can choose between three different choices of fade curves for
the velocity crossfade:
 dB lin (dB linear): A logarithmic curve, so that the crossfade sounds even on both sides.
 linear (gain linear): A convex crossfade curve, so that the crossfade sounds as if
nothing is happening at first, but then with a rapid volume fade towards the end.
 Eq. Pow (equal power): A nonlinear curve in which the level rises faster in the
beginning but rises back to normal more slowly. This is useful if your crossfade seems
to drop in volume in the middle.
Pitch Parameters
These parameters let you adjust the tuning and transposition of the loaded sampler
instrument.
Tune
Use this knob to raise or lower the pitch of the loaded samples in semitone increments.
The middle position of the knob (which can be set by clicking the small 0 button)
leaves the pitch unaltered.
Transpose
This parameter also allows you to transpose the EXS2 mkII in semitone increments. In
contrast to the Tune parameter, however, Transpose not only affects the pitch, but also
moves the zones in accordance with the Transpose setting.
Random
This rotary knob controls the amount of random detuning which will apply to every
played note.
You can use Random (detune) to simulate the tuning drift of analog synthesizers.
This parameter can also be effective in emulating a natural feel for some stringed
instruments.
Fine
This parameter lets you tune the loaded sampler instrument in cent increments. You
can use this to correct for samples that are slightly out of tune, or to create a thick
chorus-like effect.