10 Using the Bass SynthBass Synth is an internal fun and easy to use monophonic synthesizer module that allows youto quickly create expressive basslines. Like any other Instrument Plug-in, load it into the firstPlug-in slot of a Sound to gain full control over its parameters in the Control Panel or directfrom your hardware controller. Create rich bass tones and program acid lines with ease.You can enhance the sound of the Bass Synth further by adding internal effects, tweaking pa-rameters during a live performance, or by automating them like any other plug-in.Bass Synth key features:▪ One Oscillator (monophonic)▪ Seamlessly morph between sine to saw to square wave – and all spots in between▪ Octave switch▪ Filter, Mod envelope, Decay, Drive (bi-polar saturation/distortion), and Glide Time▪ Integrated with MASCHINE JAM: Program bass and acid lines via notes and glides on MA-SCHINE JAM direct from the 8x8 click-pad matrix. For more information on sequencingBass Synth with MASCHINE JAM, please read the MASCHINE JAM Manual available fromthe Help menu and Native Instruments website.See section ↑11.5, Recording and Editing Modulation for more information on automation.In this chapter you will find:▪ An overview of the Bass Synth: ↑10.1, Bass Synth – General Handling.▪ A description of the Bass Synth parameters: ↑10.1.2, Bass Synth Parameters.The specific handling and parameters of the Drumsynths are described in this chapter. For a gener-al description of the features and characteristics of Plug-ins (including the Bass Synth), please referto section ↑7.1, Plug-in Overview.Using the Bass SynthMASCHINE MIKRO - Manual - 441
