Alchemy source elements overview in MainStage
Source components are shown only in advanced view. Click the Advanced button to switch to advanced view, then click the A/B/C/D button to select the source you want to edit.
Each source can make use of multiple synthesis elements that operate on different functional principles. You can use a synthesis method independently, or you can combine multiple synthesis types by turning on all required elements. For example, you can combine granular synthesis with virtual analog synthesis, or additive synthesis with spectral synthesis. Each synthesis method has inherent strengths and weaknesses, making them more suitable for certain sound types than other synthesis engines. If you’re new to synthesis or are unfamiliar with different synthesis approaches, see Synthesizer basics overview.
The Additive, Spectral, Pitch, Formant, Granular, Sampler, and VA buttons on the source subpage show synthesis engine parameters. Not all of these buttons are available for use at any one time. The combination of active buttons updates to reflect the audio data specified in the source select field and the import method used, if applicable. See Alchemy Import browser in MainStage.
See these sections for detailed information on parameters and functions.