Nathan Plante
@electricbirds.bsky.social
Classical trumpeter turned electronic artist making music with modular synths. Trans rights are human rights! 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 https://linktr.ee/nathanplante
At my show last night, one of my modules decided it no longer wanted to accept being transposed. This led to some interesting harmonic moments before I had to just leave that voice out for the rest of the set. Anything can happen in live performance, glad I was able to think fast and pivot!
A prototype for a granular sampler panel for Plinky 12! #synthsky youtube.com/shorts/8_KVL...
Granular Sampler for Plinky 12
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barely a week or two after plinky12's launch, we already have our first opensource 'custom panel' - a granular delay/looper based on the Ambiotica ipad app (by the author of said app). so awesome! stop chopping onions! plinky12.com/community/ch... www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG1D... bodes well
Ambiotica on Plinky 12
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The Plinky 12s hit shops today! If you're in the US, Perfect Circuit should be getting them soon. Meanwhile, here are some tips to get you started. #synthsky #eurorack youtu.be/gokGn6rMAR4
5 Tips to Get You Started with Plinky 12
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For those who can't wait for it to drop...keep your eyes on your inbox this week!
mmalex@mmalex.bsky.social · 3w ago'blocks', the last of the 3 official plinky12 panels, gets the @electricbirds.bsky.social deep dive treatment over on youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PW9... ahead of a release of all three of them... lets say extremely imminently :) more info at plinky12.com as usual.
I, in contrast post about Plinky all the time 😀 and I'll do it again! Here's a Toadstep overview!
mmalex@mmalex.bsky.social · last mo.i dont post about plinky *too* much here, as , idk, synth people dont use bluesky, but the toadstep panel on plinky12 is a super fun 'generative' (not in the crap AI sense) sequencer (with synth built in). @electricbirds.bsky.social made a great intro video -> www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBKA...
I couldn't be less interested in the world cup this year. Somehow I just don't get sports 🤷♂️
I've got a new Plinky video up comparing the new Plinky12 with the Plinky+. Fun fact: @mmalex.bsky.social saw a preview of this, and then added a new feature to the P12 based on my commentary. I had to edit the video last minute to make sure its accurate! 💯% worth it 😄 youtu.be/srjmqfzBg3c
Plinky 12 or Plinky+ | Which Plinky is Right for You?
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I saved the default Plinky wavetable for last when making these videos. It was a fun journey to explore the other ones first, then come back to the original and see how it compares. This is the last one in the video series, but the best one as well ☺️ #synthsky #modularsynth youtu.be/X4uJIQVJRKM
The Original Miunau Wavetable for Plinky
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I just got my first royalties for performing my own music, which feels exciting. Its not a huge amount, but it was definitely worth it to register my music and performances. Even if the royalty system is broken, I'm grateful for every cent I earn with my music! #indiemusic #synthsky
Among the amazing things Plink12 can do, it also works as a Norns grid controller (with 256 pads!). Totally OP machine, shameless! @mmalex.bsky.social has worked some true magic here... #plinky #synthsky youtu.be/Aq22U0HI_bI
Plinky12 as Norns Grid Controller
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Please enjoy this ambient jam to send you off into the weekend... 😎 #synthsky #plinky youtube.com/shorts/Dy4A9...
Ambient Jam with Plinky 12
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I'm almost done with the wavetable videos, only one more left after this. Enjoy! #plinky #eurorack #synthsky youtu.be/arrG3msBp7Y
Phase Vowels - A Wavetable for Plinky
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A bit of a different video this week - no Plinky! Well, ok I admit, I used Plinky for effects 🤪 Using 🔥 as a modulation source is neat! #synthsky youtu.be/2nk16VW43C8
First Jam with Error Instruments "Das Ritual"
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Happy International #droneday to all who celebrate! I didn't get a chance to drone yet today, but please enjoy this drone tutorial from earlier this year :) youtu.be/YUe8d_Nik6w?...
Turn Your Plinky Into a Drone Machine
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Just a few jams on the new Plinky12 to keep you going until its finally released! #eurorack #synthsky youtu.be/6NfKmRL_hxc
Sound and Pattern Exploration with Plinky12 Chords
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New Plinky vid! @chiaroben.bsky.social might find this interesting. One of my Insta friends asked me about this, and I was surprised I hadn't covered it. I show what techniques I use to navigate the surface in regards to pitches. #synthsky #eurorack #modularsynth youtu.be/Ak5s3Cnr4HU
Pitch Navigation on Plinky
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I'm a member of @subvert.fm and today is the day the artist pages go live! You can find my music there (name your price) as well as many other fantastic indie artists. Check it out! www.subvert.fm/nathan-plante #eurorack #modularsynth #indiemusic
This week's video is all about Plinky's arp system, the last major system I have yet to cover. I go through all the parameters and also show some fun and interactive patch ideas. Enjoy! #synthsky #plinky #eurorack youtu.be/YmIe6vift24
Plinky's Arp Sequencer Explained
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My newest video is less tutorial, and much more just jamming with some fun toys. Plinky and Norns pair so we'll together, lots of fun to be had with these two... #synthsky #eurorack #modularsynth youtu.be/aQZ81XCParI
My Favorite Norns Scripts for Plinky
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Introducing the Plinky12 Chords, a brand new synth from Making Sound Machines and @mmalex.bsky.social . I had so much fun getting to know this one, take a look! #synthsky youtu.be/hvVSP4qf_M0
Introducing Plinky 12 Chords
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Showtime in one hour! I've never had to prepare this much music for one performance. Nearly 3 hours. I actually had to compose MORE music because I didn't even have that much in my repertoire. But now I do!
Alright, while I'm waiting to be able to post the Big Announcement™ , please enjoy a wavetable video! youtu.be/FztPo8gP-1o
FM Overtones- A Wavetable for Plinky
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Can't believe I managed to pack my whole setup! The suitcase weighs around 100kg. Backpack not shown 😬. Pray for me that there will be no shenanigans with the train...
Plinky contemplating it's own existence (via SOMA Ether). #synthsky youtube.com/shorts/4VX1N...
Plinky Contemplating It's Own Existence
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Looking forward to some Easter weekend reading. Finally got my copy of YUCK by Barret Baumgart. As a native Californian, this speaks to me! #booksky
I don't know how the weather is where you are, but in Berlin its cold and dreary. A perfect evening for some dark and crunchy drones! There's a short jam at the end if you're not interested in the patch building. Enjoy! #synthsky #plinky #eurorack youtu.be/YUe8d_Nik6w
Turn Your Plinky Into a Drone Machine
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