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Yesterday, I had an idea about synthesizer preset generation that I think you'll find interesting. Here's a summary of the concept:

Initial Setup: I started by creating a basic chord using the Polymer synthesizer. Instead of manually adjusting values for a preset, I aimed to automate preset generation.

Previous Experience: This concept is similar to my Rendo Rambo preset for Poisoned, but with the added ability to save the generated presets, overcoming previous limitations.

Implementation Steps:I used a note grid in front of the Polymer synthesizer. This method isn't limited to Bitwig synthesizers; it works with VSTs and other effects too.I incorporated a CC out device and a value knob, connecting them and setting them to a specific MIDI channel (I chose 16 to avoid conflicts with other MIDI controllers).Voice stacking was implemented for multiple voices, each assigned different CC numbers.I added a step modulator, set to per voice mode, and modulated the phase modulation with a stack spread modulator.

Generating Random Presets:This setup allows for the generation of random CC values on each channel.In Polymer, I used a MIDI modulator to assign CC values to various synthesizer parameters like wave table index, phase modulation, and filter frequency.By pressing a "dice" button, new presets are randomly generated, with the range of changes adjustable.

Saving and Recalling Presets:The step modulator, unique to Bitwig Studio, enables the saving of these random values within a project or preset.This approach can be extended to other elements like reverb, with CC values controlling different aspects.

Modular Approach:The technique is highly modular. For instance, you can create multiple presets and blend them using a vector-4 or vector-8 modulator, generating new presets by mixing existing ones.

Practical Applications:This method is useful for creating slight variations of the same sound within a single song.It's particularly effective for genres like deep dub house, allowing for subtle changes in patterns and timbres.

Closing Thoughts:I hope this idea is useful to you. If you like it, please leave a like and subscribe to my channel for more content.

This method offers a new way to dynamically generate and vary synth presets, providing more flexibility and creativity in sound design.