Patch & Tweak. Exploring Modular Synthesis

The new book about modular synths, their makers, and masters. Patching secrets, performance tips, history, modules, and techniques. Enthusiasts call it The definite modular bible!  PATCH & TWEAK provides an opportunity for new and experienced users to become true masters of their modular systems by exploring, explaining, and demystifying a range of topics relevant to anyone interested in modular synths or just synthesis itself. Inspirational interviews with significant creators and major artists are highlights in this book. Learn about their systems, philosophies, patching secrets, performance tips, and passion for modular synthesis. Besides a comprehensive introduction to synthesis and its history, the book covers systematic sections on concepts, purpose and creative possibilities of specific modules. Colorful diagrams, presentations of both popular and rare modules, semi-modular and software, as well as techniques for patching and how to get started, are provided. Foreword by Suzanne Ciani.