Notion 5 and VSL

[Tensivity]

I've been experimenting lately with creating sequencer staves in Notion 5 to control various parameters of VSL Ensemble instruments.

 

This recording is an example where I'm using CC data to control Velocity Crossfade and Expression in all 8 instruments of a VE Ensemble.  

 

Notion makes this pretty easy.  Note that this recording was rendered straight from Notion.  No other MIDI export or DAW was used.

 

https://soundcloud.com/tensivity/my-robin-is-to-the-greenwood-gone

 

Feedback always appreciated!

 

Michael

[Migot]

Michael,

Really, really nice...

I'm also N5 & SE user...

I never use curves just the traditionnal notation in conjonction with N5 SE Presets and I get very good results !

So I'll be very interested to see you N5 file and get explanations about your way to do things.


Again your work is fantastic.

Sincerely

Alain LeBlond

[Tensivity]

Alain, thanks for the kind words.  I recognize you from the Notion Forum of course!

 

The CC Curves controlling velocity crossfade and expression add a whole dimension of color and nuance for the instruments.  It's very easy really, but let me know if you have any specific questions.

 

Michael

[brennanjohnsonmusic]

You still can't edit the curves manually, correct?  You still have to record them in each time you want to make an adjustment?  I love Notion as well, but that issue is an annoying one.  I'd love to see how you organze your file as well.

[Tensivity]

That's partially correct Brennan.  You can adjust the curves but not in any very convenient manner.  You can't "draw" curves.

I dfind in my work that most of the time it's just as convenient to re-record.  But then I've not worked much with DAWs where I can draw them in.

Michael