I'll second that, Bruce. I've no idea how close my patch came to
emulating a Farfisa (not my area, really) but I sure enjoyed trying.
I used the Init Organ option as a starting point.
Jon
--- In AN1x-list@y..., Scott Carr <scott@t...> wrote:
> Bruce,
>
> Thanks alot - this was very helpful!
>
> Scott
>
> Bruce Wahler wrote:
> >
> > Hi Scott,
> >
> > >I've been tewaking around with a couple of organ patches
trying to come
> > >up with an authentic Farfisa sound to no avail. Anyone have
a few
> > >patches of this ilk lying around that they'd be so kind as to
post to
> > >the files section for reference?
> >
> > I don't have a Farfisa for my AN1x, because all of my pianos
and other claviers are programmed on my Alesis S4. However, I
can give you the recipe for the sound, as I used all analog-synth
waveforms in creating it:
> >
> > 1. You'll need to use Dual mode on the AN1x, as you will
need 3-4 oscillators to program the sound. Program three
oscillators to start: 16' (Course Pitch = -12), 8' (0), and 4' (+12).
> >
> > 2. Use narrow pulse waves for the basic sound, running
from about 33% on the 4' (and 2', if needed) to ~15% on the 16'
settings. Set them up with no detune or PWM and a reasonably
strong Edge setting; start with ~110. If you are looking for a
"Multi-Tone Boost" kind of Farfisa sound, then narrow the waves
by 25%.
> >
> > 3. The output level of the oscillators should taper off very
slightly from 16' up; try 16' = 127, 8' = 122, 4' = 117 for starter.
The VCF should be wide open, or nearly so.
> >
> > 4. The low end on a Farfisa is mediocre. You can simulate
this by using the HPF to roll off a bit of bass. Use your ear as a
guide, or do the following: Turn down all the oscillators except
the 16', and adjust the HPF until lowest 1-2 notes on the AN1x
are almost inaudible.
> >
> > 5. Add vibrato to taste. I found it most useful to use a knob or
the mod wheel to add it. The vibrato is a combination of pitch
modulation and a tiny bit of PWM. Standard combo organ vibrato
is about 6Hz. For extra credit, program an adjustable 4-6 speed
knob, as Farfisas usually have a vibrato speed tab.
> >
> > 6. After playing around with the sound levels, pulse widths,
and Edge settings, if the sound is still not "right," try adding a bit
of 2' (+24) pitch, with the same pulse width as the 4' oscillator.
> >
> > I hope this helps.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > -BW
> >
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