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  • Tam-Tam, difference between Muted Strokes and Strokes with RS

    PaoloTP
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    Hi,

    I can't understand the difference between these two articulations in Synchron Tam-Tams:

    • Muted Strokes. They are gradually damped even without releasing the key. Maybe because there is some felt or other mechanical damper installed?
    • Strokes with RS. They seem to be manually damped only after releasing the key. I can't understand what 'RS' stands for ('Release Short', maybe?)

    Any hint would be appreciated.

    Paolo
  • Andreas8420A
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    RS stands for "Release Sample". This variation simply gives you more control over the length of the sample and when the release sample should be triggered. With "Muted strokes" the release is part of the sample.

    VSL Team | Product Specialist & Media Editing
  • PaoloTP
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    @Andreas8420 said:

    RS stands for "Release Sample". This variation simply gives you more control over the length of the sample and when the release sample should be triggered. With "Muted strokes" the release is part of the sample.

    Thank you, Andreas. Playing a little more with it, to understand how it works.

    Paolo
  • Andreas8420A
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    Andreas8420A

    @PaoloT I adjusted the reply above for better clarity. 🙂

    VSL Team | Product Specialist & Media Editing
  • PaoloTP
    PaoloTP
    @Andreas8420 said:
    This variation simply gives you more control over the length of the sample and when the release sample should be triggered.

    Ah, excellent! I will then go directly for it in my maps, since I like to write the note length. Note Off will trigger the damping.

    Paolo