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New Open Source Plugin - Filt-R

In this video, I checked out Filt-R, a free, open-source filter plugin by the creator of Gate-12 and 2025-06-04 13:57:40 +0000 UTC View Post

Bitwig Grid Course

Started this 16-lesson Grid course on my webpage, with animations and text. You can step through each lesson and practice step by step. It's not complete yet, because I want to include every nuance. It’s a lot of work, so bear with me. The first 16 chapters are already useful and should bring any beginner u...

Probability based Melodies - EASY

In this video, I walk through building a generative melody sequencer in Bitwig's Grid using probability logic and a custom recording system. The patch cycles through notes in a chosen scale, applies adjustable probabilities per note, and uses sample and hold to create evolving melodies. I also demonstrate how to record and lo...

Iso-Rhythms in Bitwig

In this video, I explained how to create isorhythms in Bitwig Studio using the Poly Grid. The key idea is separating pitch sequences from rhythm triggers so that you can create complex and evolving patterns by controlling when notes advance independently from their pitch content. I showed how to do this using...

Quick Drop - Bitwig Project

Hey! So this is basically the sound or the patterns I created in the video yesterday. After uploading it, I kept messing around a bit and added some bass, drums, percussion and so on. Have fun playing around with it and thanks a lo...

Bitwig best DAW in 2025

In this video, I walk through why I love Bitwig Studio, mainly because of its modular flexibility without needing external VSTs. I build a generative synth patch using Polymer, create custom convolution reverbs, and generate melodic patterns using Grid modules. The goal is to show how you can explore and build complex, dynami...

Turn Noise into Sound

In this tutorial, I dive into a creative Bitwig Grid patch that turns a simple Dirac impulse signal into randomized, pitch-quantized, BPM-synced filter bursts... ideal for generating percussive or tonal material with a rhythmic flair. It’s a compact showcase of transient detection, voice stacking, modulation, and t...

Time-12 is out

In this video, I explored the new features of Time 12, the updated version of the free and open-source time-shaping plugin. It now includes a Sequencer, is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, and still works seamlessly for creative sound design. I showed how to apply i...

Full Shill Mode Bitwig Video for the Good Vibes

In this video, I shared why I think Bitwig Studio stands out from other DAWs like Ableton, Cubase, or Reaper. After talking with users at Superbooth Berlin, I realized how many are still unsure about Bitwig, so I went over my top reasons for loving it: platform independence, amazing crash protection through sandboxing, a limi...

GRMTools - atelier looks fresh

Let me know if you like these kinds of talks. Maybe i should record more videos on next years Superbooth 😅

In this video, I talked about my experience at Superbooth in Berlin, especially discovering a new plugin suite called Atelier by GRM Tools. It’s a semi-modular VST effect ins...

Superbooth & Bitwig Merch

Should I visit Saturday?

Serum Formular Parser explained

Update: Added some Formulas on my Webpage: https://polarity.me/posts/polarity-music/2025-05-07-serum-formula-parser-explained/

In this video, I show how to use Serum's wavetable ed...

My problems with the Bitwig Connect

In this video, I explain why I personally don’t use many of the physical controls - like the big knob and buttons - on the Bitwig Connect 4/12 interface. While the device is well-built and tightly integrated with Bitwig Studio, I find that most of its hands-on features slow down my workflow compared to using the mouse and k...

Rotary Control Bitwig Integration

In this video, I checked out the new Bitwig Studio integration for the Roto Control MIDI controller by Melbourne Instruments. While the controller has been around for a bit, this beta integration is new and introduces some pretty slick interaction between Bitwig and Roto’s hardware features...

Bitwig Connect is Fun

In this video, I explore the Bitwig Connect 4/12 and share practical patching ideas for creative audio processing and experimentation. Whether you own external synthesizers or not, the Connect provides a versatile, hands-on workflow.

Here's what I demonstrate:

• Analog Distortion Trick:

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  2025-04-28 15:46:14 +0000 UTC View Post

Gate1 & Time1

In this video, I introduce two free and open-source plug-ins: Gate1 and Time1. These plug-ins offer simple but powerful ways to manipulate audio directly within your DAW.

Here's a quick summary:

• Gate1:

  • Similar to ShaperBox's VolumeShaper, LFO Tool, and Bitwig's Segments modul...

    2025-04-25 15:00:21 +0000 UTC View Post

Best Free Pluggo this Week - filtrr

In this video, I checked out Filtrr by blepFX, a free filter plugin available in CLAP and VST3 formats. At first glance, it looks like a basic filter, but it actually has a deep feature set and intuitive interface. It includes multiple filter...

Concatenator

In this video, I introduce Concatenator by DataMind Audio, a unique granular audio effect. The twist with this effect is that instead of creating grains from your synthesizer or microphone, it uses different samples stored on your hard drive. The Concatenator attempts to match these samples t...

Cursed Piano Roll - Freaky Friday

In this video, I introduce a fun and quirky script for Bitwig Studio called TextMaker, which allows you to create and write text inside the note clip of the piano roll. It’s not a serious tool but a playful experiment that lets you write messages like "Bitwig is cool" in your DAW. You can adjust the text's ...

Crest Factor Preset

In this video, I demonstrate how to use expansion techniques to match the dynamics of over-compressed drum samples with the rest of your track. Additionally, I show how to measure and compare the crest value of tracks to manage dynamic range across an album or a mix. I also introduc...

The Sample Pack Problem - Dynamic Expansion

Hey folks, in this video, I’m showing you a method called expansion that helps you manage the dynamic range of samples, especially when working with over-compressed samples. This method is key for creating a cohesive mix, as it helps sounds with different dynamic ...

Melody Maker 0.4.1

Hey folks, in this video, I’m introducing an update to my Melody Maker script that generates melodies and sequences with just one click. I’ve added new features to make it more expressive and customizable, and I want to walk you throug...

Rate My Piano

I’m sharing my third iteration of a physical modeling piano preset for Bitwig Studio, which is available for free download in the description below. I’ve made some improvements since my earlier versions, and I want to show you how it sounds and how it works.

Key Featur...

2025-03-31 13:20:11 +0000 UTC View Post