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Welcome to the [BLOK] Modular Synthesis wiki!

This wiki is all about Synthesis Techniques, with a special emphasis on the techniques that are currently possible within the [BLOK] modular synthesizer system.

If you are new to [BLOK], please visit the official [BLOK] website here.

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Contents 1 [BLOK] specific 2 Generic synthesis 3 Synthesizing specific sounds 4 Useful resources

[BLOK] specific

• Getting started - how to make your first sounds with [BLOK].
• Available blocks - explanations about the use and function of the available building blocks in [BLOK].
• Polyphony in Blok - how [BLOK] deals with your voices.
• History of Blok - how [BLOK] came to be.
• Known issues - look here before reporting any issues!
• Naming conventions - some thoughts on how to name your patchfiles before sharing them.
• Current Development - add your featurerequests/suggestions here.
• Category:BLOK_patches - links to external patch libraries.
• Category:Certified Blok Professional - people who might be able to help you when this wiki fails to provide you with the information you need.

Generic synthesis

• Elements of synthesis
• Synthesis methods
• Common setups
• Common problems

Synthesizing specific sounds

• How to make *famous signature sound*
• Percussion
• Lead sounds
• Bass
• Pads
• Synth brass
• Vocal & Choir

Useful resources

Links:

• Zephod, the author of Blok
• Blok Modular homepage
• A collection of DSP algorithms
• the Buzz wiki, contains production and programming tips as well
• a lot of tutorials from SOS music magazine