￥Pigments is Arturia’s newest Polychrome software synthesizer. Loaded with features, Pigments offers unlimited creative possibilities with absolute control. In this course you will explore every module of the new Arturia Pigments.

 

From the basics of the UI to the technical features of the wavetable and analogue engines to the creative opportunities allowed by Pigment’s Modulation capabilities. By the end of this course you’ll also be comfortable with the filters, voicing, effects and sequencer and be well equipped to apply the advanced features of Pigments to your sound projects straight away.

 

COURSE OVERVIEW

 

Indepth technical walkthroughs with plenty of practical insights and creative tips to get you up and running with Pigments right away.

 

Broken down into 13 sections:

 

• Introduction
• Header & Footer
• The Browser
• The Wavetable Engine
• The Analogue Engine
• Modulation Assignments
• Modulation Sources Pt 1
• Modulation Sources Pt 2
• Filter Types
• Voicing and VCA
• The Effects Page
• Effect Routings
• The Sequencer

 

COURSE FEATURES

 

• Watch, Listen and Learn – our easy to follow video instruction introduce you to classic techniques and technical insights
• 13 walkthrough videos each providing a mandatory lesson on getting the most out of the Arturia Pigments Polychrome software synthesizer.
• Total runtime 126 minutes
• Practical instruction by an experienced tutor
• Learn at your own pace, watch as many times as you need to learn the lessons

 

LESSON SUMMARY

 

Introduction
Welcome to the course with an overview and introduction to Pigments

 

Header & Footer
A quick look at the features found in the header and footer of Pigments

 

The Browser
Explore the preset browser & playlists

 

The Wavetable Engine
as we begin to explore Pigments’ Synth Page we take a deep dive into the WaveTable Engine looking atWavetables, Morph & WT Position

 

The Analogue Engine
Continuing on the Synth Page get comfortable with Pigments’ Analogue Engine. From the main oscillators to waveshapes, the noise oscillator to a first look at modulation.

 

Modulation Assignments
A standout function of Arturia Pigments, we start a three-part section on modulation by walking through modulation assignments

 

Modulation Sources Pt 1
The first of two lessons dedicated to modulation sources. Explore the keyboard, envelope and LFO panels.

 

Modulation Sources Pt 2
Continuing your understanding of Pigments’ modulation sources to explore the customizable functions, as well as the random and combinate panels.

 

Filter Types
Discover the exciting features and functions of Arturia Pigments filters starting with the filter types before going into filter routing.

 

Voicing and VCA
The final video covering the Synth Page looks at Arturia Pigments Master Options and VCA or output section.

 

The Effects Page
Pigments has some very creative options when it comes to effects. This lesson walks through the Effects Page and gives you a taste of what’s on offer

 

Effect Routings
Continue your study of the effects page with a practical look at effects routing and how you further shape your sounds.

 

The Sequencer
The final lesson focuses on the Sequencer Page of Pigments, here you will learn how to setup, play, and customize arpeggios and sequences