KeyPlaya Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Got a Korg Triton when I was still doing live gigs - loved it but never really learned more than what I needed for live shows. Now I'm retiring and wondering how to use it in new ways. I've never even connected it to my computer. I'm thinking original compositions, rock and folk, that I can somehow record each track separately then mix on the computer. I'm not opposed to buying additional software as long as it's not real pricey. If someone can point towards a good online tutorial or a DVD I could buy I would appreciate it. www.TexasMusiciansForum.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealvicz Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 There is a lot of material online and good videos on YouTube, such as this one [video:youtube] and of course in the Korg Forums "Just a tad more attack on the filter, Grandad!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Emm Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 You can get quite a lot done within the Triton alone, but you sound as if you're ready for a DAW. I have two Korg workstations I love, but being able to relegate them to sound module duties was a great thing. I play some key sounds from them natively because the results feel better, but otherwise, I'm far better off "In the Box." I would encourage you to take up a DAW. Most work on a standard analog mixer model, with extensive options such as bigger effects blocks. If you are using a Mac, Logic is your wisest option. GarageBand is a nice starter app, but probably too limiting to meet your needs after playing live for so long. I find Logic to be extremely stable and self-contained, so my play-to-hassle factor is pretty high. They just released Logic X, so be mindful of the sweet spot between hardware and current software. If you're on a PC, look at www.reaper.fm/ first. $60 gets you a single-license copy and its got a robust user community. Its a comprehensive DAW that's been around for several years now and a great place to get your feet wet. Reaper has a good rep for stability and you can add a 3rd-party VST or two like an outboard synth, to get used to the basic behavior of the numerous options. A DAW involves a lot more housekeeping than hardware, but its worth the effort. Once configured, its like a drug that doesn't put you in prison or the morgue. The Reaper site is a good place to start wrapping your mind around the general DAW framework. HTH. "Did your father include 'self-righteous, moralistic ass' to your programmed personality, robot? Listening to you is like being forced to endure a vinyl recording of country music with a skip in it." ~ "Universe X" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeyPlaya Posted November 8, 2013 Author Share Posted November 8, 2013 thank you both! I appreciate the time you took to answer. REAPER looks awesome at first glance - but how can it be that good and be so cheap? Definitely my starting point. Thanks! I started that youtube video but stopped it because it's like others I've already been finding and wasting time on - covers too many things, most of which I don't need, and nothing in depth. But it did mention a "master series" of videos, so I will try to track those down and see if one suits my needs - so thanks for at least getting me pointed in a direction that might pay off! www.TexasMusiciansForum.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synthoid Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 You should be able to find a tutorial DVD for the Triton at the Sudosonic website: http://www.sudosonic.com/ When an eel hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that's a Moray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeyPlaya Posted November 9, 2013 Author Share Posted November 9, 2013 Thanks Synthoid - I'll check that out! www.TexasMusiciansForum.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synthoid Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 I've recorded numerous tunes with my Korg Triton sequencer. Once you read through the manual and get started, it's fairly easy. And like anything else, the more you use the sequencer, the more you'll remember and not have to keep referring back to the manual. If you don't have the Triton manual(s), you can download PDF copies from Korg's website. Click on SUPPORT and then DOWNLOADS AND MANUALS. It's in there! When an eel hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that's a Moray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeyPlaya Posted November 17, 2013 Author Share Posted November 17, 2013 Thank you guys again for being so helpful. I keep having false starts (lots of health problems, which is why I retired) but I will get there. As I get further down this path I may be back with more questions. Not feeling well now but thought I'd dig around on the site and see if I find any gems - helpful info, or maybe something to make me laugh (laughter is the best medicine after all). www.TexasMusiciansForum.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synthoid Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 Not feeling well now but thought I'd dig around on the site and see if I find any gems... maybe something to make me laugh (laughter is the best medicine after all). http://www.womansday.com/cm/womansday/images/ut/weird-pet-tricks-piano_medium.jpg When an eel hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that's a Moray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrapperJack Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 A synth workstation player used to live performance, counting rests, following a chart, reading and writing charts, should be highly successful in staying within the workstation and playing, recording and polishing/mastering music. I use a Roland Fantom, and a Roland MC 808 (with a keyboard), and both are excellent for this. I don't need to upload anything to a DAW. (PS Actually, that is one of the points in owning and playing workstations.) Good luck, and enjoy, your Korg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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