Softube Parallels Explained

Join synth expert Thomas Cochran for a deep look into Softube's new synth instrument, Parallels. You'll learn how to draw an incredible range of tones from the synth using its intuitive interface. From quivering basses to echoed, reverse pads, and more, Parallels is a sonic playhouse. This Parallels video course is designed for new Parallels users.

Getting Started

• Presets & Global Controls (10:38) - Thomas welcomes you and gives a brief overview of the global control on the synth. He also covers the presets menu and shows how this can be used to organize and select presets.

• Source Section (11:16) - Learn how the Source section on the synth is used to generate and layer sounds together. This video also shows how the Mixer section can be used to blend sounds.

• Shaper (10:00) - Next, we look at the Shaper and discuss how it's used to modify the source section?s signal.

• Modulation Section (13:28) - Thomas dives into the Modulation section and shows how the various modulator types can be used to generate complex movement for your patches.

• Effects (09:30) - To wrap up the discussion on the individual parts of the synth, we look at the Effects section and see how it can be used to add interesting variation to patches.

Patches

• Pad (10:35) - Discover how to create a full and modulated pad from scratch using the synthesizer.

• Bass (10:05) - To wrap up the course, Thomas shows how to build a thick bass patch from scratch with Parallels.