Synth Build Diaries

I am thrilled to share that a deep-dive article I wrote regarding West Coast Synthesis and the "soul" of the Buchla Music Easel has been features on MatrixSynth.

In the vast and ever evolving world of sound synthesis, Frequency Modulation (FM) stands out as a powerful and distinct technique. It's responsible for some of the most iconic and unique sounds in music history, from the piercing bells of the Yamaha DX7 to the rich, complex textures found in modern electronic music. But what exactly is FM synthesis, how does it work, and why does it create such characteristic tones?

Today I'd like to take a moment to answer some questions I got shortly after making the video about my Buchla Easel Clone Modular synthesizer. Thus, here, are some of the more frequently asked questions bellow. Also, there's a video in the Just Chat which also talks along the same subject and questions as well. Enjoy!