Sick Bass Sounds with Cycles (Patreon)

In this video, I show you how to create bass sounds using the cycles mode of the sampler in Bitwig, starting from a recorded voice sample. The process involves removing noise, emphasizing harmonics, and using various modulation techniques. Here's a summary of the key steps:

Record a Sample:

Record a bit of your voice or any sound.

Noise and pitch are not crucial as cycles mode handles harmonics.

Clean and Process the Sample:

Use loud split to mute quiet parts and isolate harmonics.

Apply auto level up with a short fall time to normalize the sound.

Sampler Setup:

Use cycles mode with speed at 0% and formant at 0.

Enable freeze mode to maintain a consistent sound.

Utilize EQ and distortion to enhance harmonics.

Alternative Methods:

Use the grid in Bitwig instead of the sampler.

Combine the sample with a sine oscillator and apply phase modulation.

Add filters, distortion, and noise for additional texture.

Experimentation:

Modulate different parameters to explore various bass sounds.

Swap samples to discover unique overtones and bass characteristics.

Key Points:

Recording a simple voice sample is sufficient.

Clean the sample to isolate desired harmonics.

Use cycles mode in the sampler for a stable sound.

Experiment with EQ, distortion, and phase modulation.

Explore different samples and modulation techniques for diverse bass sounds.