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Feedback nearly killed me

Added 2024-10-25 14:42:36 +0000 UTC

In this video, I'm showing how to create dynamic feedback loops in Bitwig Studio using the Grid, expanding on the basics we covered with the Ripple Delay in the last video. The focus here is to build a noise-based feedback loop that’s stable and musically interesting, and I'll walk through how to set up an auto-gain control to manage the loop's volume.

I’ll also dive into adding effects, like phasers and filters, to shape the sound as the loop feeds back on itself. Let's get into the setup and fine-tuning for creative sound design possibilities!

Key Steps and Tips:

Initial Setup:
- Use a noise source and short envelope, creating stereo white noise as input.
- Feed this into a long delay, blending with a gain knob to control volume and feedback mix.
Stabilizing Feedback:
- Add a limiter to prevent volume spikes in the feedback loop.
- Use a follower and a divide module for auto-gain control, which helps maintain the feedback loop without excessive loudness or silence.
Tuning Delay and Feedback:
- Adjust the delay time carefully to control pitch and prevent runaway feedback.
- Smaller buffer sizes (5 ms) create higher pitch feedback.
Adding Effects:
- Insert effects like phasers, low/high-pass filters, and distortion within the loop to add texture.
- Experiment with effect order for different tonal impacts in the feedback sound.
Recording and Saving:
- Record output for exploration and sampling, using Bitwig’s Clip Launcher or Rolling Sampler for flexibility.