Sample Alchemy synthesis modes in MainStage

Each source has an independent set of parameters and therefore can be set to a different synthesis type. For example, you can combine granular synthesis with additive synthesis or spectral synthesis. Each synthesis method has inherent strengths and weaknesses that make it more suitable for certain sound types than other synthesis engines.

The synthesis module in the lower section has three synth mode buttons you can use to view the synthesis engine controls and an effect menu:

• Synth mode buttons: Choose a granular, additive, or spectral synth mode. Each mode provides a different type of synthesis. To learn about synth controls, see granular, additive, and spectral.

• Source Effect pop-up menu: Choose a synthesis effect type for the Additive or Spectral synth engines and change related parameters in the area below.