i really like this in_convo series! happy to see both jonathan and dyncan here. keep 'em coming :D
@tworoundrobins5 күн бұрын
Yeah hope to keep this up! Thank you for checking it out:)
@bobclark53609 күн бұрын
How do I install Flora on my Norns? I am a Norns Noob.
@tworoundrobins9 күн бұрын
Best do it through Maiden. I recommend reading the docs on monome page! :)
@checktheneck10 күн бұрын
This video almost made me go back to my norns shield bought in 2019, but after reading the comments about various problems, I remembered why I abandoned it :) After each long pause in using norns, it took me a while to get back into figuring out scripts installation and other nuances. It's pretty tedious.
@tworoundrobins9 күн бұрын
Totally understand, but for me I got use to the little nuances quite quickly and it became a really smooth experience
@thegreaterconundrum10 күн бұрын
So cool! Thanks for making these videos!
@zeisslermusicstudio702711 күн бұрын
Oh my god, now i have to dig deeper into tapeloops ❤🇩🇰 Nice video
@FelipeTellez13 күн бұрын
omg, finally an explanation to L-Systems I can use to understand Flora. This is golden m8, big thanks!
@PeaceDub13 күн бұрын
Yes! Thanks alot! Waiting for my Norns Shield. I think I am stuck already cus it is so much to explore. Thanks for this video! 💜
@NeilGrevitt13 күн бұрын
Is the Pinky connected to Norns by audio out only?
@tworoundrobins12 күн бұрын
Yes :)
@NeilGrevitt12 күн бұрын
@@tworoundrobins Cool, thanks. I've got an OG Plinky and just ordered a Norns shield DIY kit!
@elephantapede14 күн бұрын
I like effortless perfection
@RaphaBaruffi14 күн бұрын
Btw on the zone synth I had the exact same problem with the one that comes pre installed in the organelle M. After downloading the latest version from patchstorage and reinstalling it it does make sound!
@tworoundrobins13 күн бұрын
Good to know! Will try it out :)
@boorchboorch14 күн бұрын
i used to get “sleep debt” for a week and pay it back the next week but as i get older i found even this system is challenging for my body. proper sleep is crucial for a sharp mind.
@tworoundrobins13 күн бұрын
Sleep is really underrated and basically a go to when your cognitive ability seems slow… we don’t even realise
@PeaceDub16 күн бұрын
Thanks for doing so much Norns Shield content!! 💟
@f.botello16 күн бұрын
love love love Jonathan ❤
@NesCroft17 күн бұрын
wow so cool
@kosmikmusa19 күн бұрын
Is there a two different synths? Plinki and Plinky?
@tworoundrobins15 күн бұрын
Completely the same! Plinki is jut the one built by soundnest :)
@ChrisMills-AmbientSpace25 күн бұрын
I run a brewery and it occupies most of my time. I try to have some template songs that allow quick explorations. I also welcome short sessions building experimental VCV Rack ideas (runglers, filter deep dives). And I keep singing various melody ideas. Some day I’ll get it down for posterity.
@tworoundrobins24 күн бұрын
apart from project templates, I think having a good studio routing is key as well, saves so much time moving cables from one side to the other
@TheCinefotografiando26 күн бұрын
I’m battling badly time management lately at least for my creative endeavors. I am curious how are you coping with your channel and social media the ones focused on business and sharing and the ones personal to you
@tworoundrobins24 күн бұрын
even before this channel I was quite bad at the whole social media shtick and I have no idea why it seems so tiresome to me to actually post something on instagram etc...maybe cos I see it as a necessity rather than something I enjoy. this is why most of my instagram is filled with YT clips...as something really groundbreaking / interesting must happen for me to actually feel the need to post about it. my personal social media is even more dormant. I do love making YT videos and engaging with people here...I guess the longer video format works better for me than instant dopamine hits you get on other platforms....I guess I'm not one with the fellow kids...
@The_Sound_Technician26 күн бұрын
Also.. with making music.. it’s not something you can force.. pretty much like sitting at a blank piece of paper and trying to draw… sometimes it happens sometimes it doesn’t… my worse times of creativity are often five minutes before heading out somewhere with the mrs..
@The_Sound_Technician26 күн бұрын
I literally spend all week in my job teaching music… whilst also studying an MA in music, I really don’t have that much time to be musical for myself… this is where field recording saves me.. it’s an opportunity to get out, and I can source sounds for future music projects.
@tworoundrobins24 күн бұрын
this is something that I have been doing recently. gathering sounds in the field is a double win for me - lets me enjoy the outside world and get some nice sonic memories that I can manipulate on in the studio :)
@The_Sound_Technician23 күн бұрын
@@tworoundrobins can I dm you on the old instagrumble?
@PeaceDub26 күн бұрын
The Ipad can be a handy tool for having some (Not too much) apps for creating something interesting on the go. I read a lot of books about DSP that I can apply in creative work.
@tworoundrobins24 күн бұрын
tardigrain FTW when on the go for me! i can sample anything on the commute and just spend shaping the sound :)
@Lukelucas552126 күн бұрын
Working shift work and having a family has made it hard to do those long “deep dive” sessions that seem to produce satisfying results. I went from having a studio to not having any gear out at all. I personally combat this by having one piece of gear that is portable, which for me has been the Elektron Model:Cycles. The lack of a dedicated studio and time has helped me to curb any G.A.S. by having time to really focus on what I enjoy most about making music. Most samplers, gear with endless abilities, and full of deep menus are not a conduit for my creativity. Knob per function, muscle memory, and sculpting sound that I can change pitch without losing the essence of it (working with most samplers) has been what sparks my creativity the most. Also, writing down any button combos or performance tricks that I can develop muscle memory with has been another outlet of being productive with little time. That way when I pick the M:C up after some time has passed, I can get back into the swing of it quicker.
@PeaceDub26 күн бұрын
If not a studio space then a Laptop only is perfect and perhaps a controller only. Less is more! 💜
@tworoundrobins24 күн бұрын
@@PeaceDub and @Lukelucas5521 wholeheartedly agree. although I love experimenting on new gear, and enjoy the process of learning each new instrument that might come it does take time and effort to use it efficiently. so, this obviously makes me double think the priorities of making music, where to spend the small amount of time that you have creating music - either its creating or taking hours digesting manuals and tutorial videos
@jameshuth318727 күн бұрын
I printed out manuals to a few of the more complicated synths/ music gear that I hope to learn (Octatrack, Assimil8or, etc.) so that I can take along when I am stuck somewhere (e.g. waiting room, public transport, etc.) and read up on the gear… so that I can be more knowledgeable and effective with my time when I do get to play.
@The_Sound_Technician24 күн бұрын
Octatrack… jeez that name gives me the fear… sold as Ableton in a box.. I’m an MPC user through and through, my octatrack mk1 still sits in its bag unused.. good luck mate.. it literally psychologically broke me.. elektron gear is a definite workflow that some people just click with.. I just don’t have the time to commit.. still haven’t sold it, you never know I might watch that 2hr cuckoo tutorial another time. 😂
@jarickthom976727 күн бұрын
Thank you for your video - this is quite an interesting little synth. Now I want to order one. I am curious though, what is your device that is holding your samples? That looks quite interesting as I have never seen one. Just curious where I can find one and is it something you build or does it come built. I need a small little sample player (hoping it is relatively cheap). Love how you explore the many capabilities of plinki.
@tworoundrobins24 күн бұрын
I assume you are referring to the little device left side of Plinky. That is a norns shield - a musical computer by monome. You can check the other videos I made about norns :)
@edgeof6027 күн бұрын
It's always nice to have a few small gadgets sitting on the desk for fun mini-jams at any given time. Right now I also have a Plinky and a Zeptocore on my desk!
@tworoundrobins27 күн бұрын
Indeed! I have an organelle on my coffee table just so I don’t need to bother with headphones:)
@rijksvoorlichtingsdienst442729 күн бұрын
To little to late
@tworoundrobins28 күн бұрын
*too
@rijksvoorlichtingsdienst442727 күн бұрын
Thanks im not an englsih native speaker and still you manager to understand me bravo.
@TheCinefotografiando26 күн бұрын
What do you mean
@rijksvoorlichtingsdienst442725 күн бұрын
@@TheCinefotografiando they waiting list took ages so most moved. By the time i could get my hands on this i lost my interest. It sounds beautifully boring
@ricknorris1466Ай бұрын
I owned one for a couple of months. Never worked so hard for so little. Sold it.
@tworoundrobins28 күн бұрын
What was the main issue if you don’t mind me asking?
@ricknorris146627 күн бұрын
@@tworoundrobins The learning curve was too difficult compared to what sounds are possible. Not to mention that the “keys” are almost unplayable compared to even a mini keyboard. I am much more productive with a standard programmable Keyboard with a ton of presets already installed that I can alter at will.
@photography_night_schoolАй бұрын
very beautiful
@NonsenseInBASICАй бұрын
That’s really nice. I’m struggling to get the sampling as good as that with my Plinky. I’ve found that it can’t hear bass at all, but even when I give it treble, it’s v low quality and quiet. I had given up on using it as a sampler, but after hearing this I might give it another go :)
@tworoundrobinsАй бұрын
Hmmm do try it again and do try to change rate by half just to see if you get any more body to the sound
@3DRobinАй бұрын
Newly initialized patch often defaults to 50. top shift and synth ( bottom left) and change it to 100. boost your recording level with bottom shift input level ( same touch pad as synth ). maybe that will help. its worth persevering. i have a mellotron flute and some pianos in my pinky and use them all the time. good luck.
@NonsenseInBASICАй бұрын
@@3DRobin Thanks. I’ll definitely try that tomorrow.
@NonsenseInBASICАй бұрын
@@3DRobin Thanks for the advice, had another go and it all made sense. That’s actually a pretty great little granular sampler.
@kosmokramerrАй бұрын
Lovely as usual!
@andrewcs_Ай бұрын
/|^;-;^/|
@nosoundnowarАй бұрын
beautifully atmospheric as always, best of luck with your performance. you'll do great 🦇
@MrGREYMATTERSАй бұрын
My sets usually clock in at ten to twelve minutes at open mics. Plenty of time 5:01 . Here is a slightly longer one. GOOD LUCK! 👏😊 Caffe Amouri OPEN MIC Saturday, April 13, 2024 kzread.info/dash/bejne/hYGZ2MqaZrjfn8Y.html
@ElectronisoundsAudioАй бұрын
So Chilled! Good luck on your performance! 😁👊
@bobflick9496Ай бұрын
........that was........so..........so........... nice you've come such a long way
@APKManagement-rg4pxАй бұрын
Hope you release the live performance. This was so wonderful Thank You
@tworoundrobinsАй бұрын
maybe someday something with bats shall be released :)
@-umbrariumАй бұрын
You will certainly do fine. Wish we lived nearer...
@AdiGoldsteinComposerАй бұрын
Beautiful ❤
@filippo21fulАй бұрын
Lovely!
@BobCharlotteАй бұрын
Really nice comparison, thanks for the video! I have the Shield version but the noise is quite remarkable (even with wifi disconnected, compressor and reverb off), it's always noticeable when recording some quiet music... From what you mentioned, I guess the Standard is better in terms of noise, specially when not using the wifi.
@tworoundrobinsАй бұрын
Definitely, because the wifi antenna on the shield is too close to the usb ports…although this is more of an issue for 4b as opposed to 3b
@BobCharlotteАй бұрын
@@tworoundrobins thank you for the insight. I'll try to go for the standard in the next batch!
@nosoundnowarАй бұрын
amazing! love all of your content
@Chat03848Ай бұрын
Can I play with plinky with a midi keyboard?
@tworoundrobinsАй бұрын
I think so yes. Haven’t tried it myself tho
@Indianabones007Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video, ordered V3 yesterday and will be my first build, a bit nervous but also excited
@tworoundrobinsАй бұрын
Good luck :)
@Indianabones007Ай бұрын
@@tworoundrobins thanks, gonnae need it lol
@robaire.bАй бұрын
Look forward to trying this script. Whales, elephants and Greenland Sharks ?
@tworoundrobinsАй бұрын
Sadly no data on whale CF I think :(
@bigbuttskinnerАй бұрын
Great work man
@noisebrick9248Ай бұрын
Love this, excited to also give it a try this evening!
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Holy Moly!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great convo thanks Andy and Duncan.
i really like this in_convo series! happy to see both jonathan and dyncan here. keep 'em coming :D
Yeah hope to keep this up! Thank you for checking it out:)
How do I install Flora on my Norns? I am a Norns Noob.
Best do it through Maiden. I recommend reading the docs on monome page! :)
This video almost made me go back to my norns shield bought in 2019, but after reading the comments about various problems, I remembered why I abandoned it :) After each long pause in using norns, it took me a while to get back into figuring out scripts installation and other nuances. It's pretty tedious.
Totally understand, but for me I got use to the little nuances quite quickly and it became a really smooth experience
So cool! Thanks for making these videos!
Oh my god, now i have to dig deeper into tapeloops ❤🇩🇰 Nice video
omg, finally an explanation to L-Systems I can use to understand Flora. This is golden m8, big thanks!
Yes! Thanks alot! Waiting for my Norns Shield. I think I am stuck already cus it is so much to explore. Thanks for this video! 💜
Is the Pinky connected to Norns by audio out only?
Yes :)
@@tworoundrobins Cool, thanks. I've got an OG Plinky and just ordered a Norns shield DIY kit!
I like effortless perfection
Btw on the zone synth I had the exact same problem with the one that comes pre installed in the organelle M. After downloading the latest version from patchstorage and reinstalling it it does make sound!
Good to know! Will try it out :)
i used to get “sleep debt” for a week and pay it back the next week but as i get older i found even this system is challenging for my body. proper sleep is crucial for a sharp mind.
Sleep is really underrated and basically a go to when your cognitive ability seems slow… we don’t even realise
Thanks for doing so much Norns Shield content!! 💟
love love love Jonathan ❤
wow so cool
Is there a two different synths? Plinki and Plinky?
Completely the same! Plinki is jut the one built by soundnest :)
I run a brewery and it occupies most of my time. I try to have some template songs that allow quick explorations. I also welcome short sessions building experimental VCV Rack ideas (runglers, filter deep dives). And I keep singing various melody ideas. Some day I’ll get it down for posterity.
apart from project templates, I think having a good studio routing is key as well, saves so much time moving cables from one side to the other
I’m battling badly time management lately at least for my creative endeavors. I am curious how are you coping with your channel and social media the ones focused on business and sharing and the ones personal to you
even before this channel I was quite bad at the whole social media shtick and I have no idea why it seems so tiresome to me to actually post something on instagram etc...maybe cos I see it as a necessity rather than something I enjoy. this is why most of my instagram is filled with YT clips...as something really groundbreaking / interesting must happen for me to actually feel the need to post about it. my personal social media is even more dormant. I do love making YT videos and engaging with people here...I guess the longer video format works better for me than instant dopamine hits you get on other platforms....I guess I'm not one with the fellow kids...
Also.. with making music.. it’s not something you can force.. pretty much like sitting at a blank piece of paper and trying to draw… sometimes it happens sometimes it doesn’t… my worse times of creativity are often five minutes before heading out somewhere with the mrs..
I literally spend all week in my job teaching music… whilst also studying an MA in music, I really don’t have that much time to be musical for myself… this is where field recording saves me.. it’s an opportunity to get out, and I can source sounds for future music projects.
this is something that I have been doing recently. gathering sounds in the field is a double win for me - lets me enjoy the outside world and get some nice sonic memories that I can manipulate on in the studio :)
@@tworoundrobins can I dm you on the old instagrumble?
The Ipad can be a handy tool for having some (Not too much) apps for creating something interesting on the go. I read a lot of books about DSP that I can apply in creative work.
tardigrain FTW when on the go for me! i can sample anything on the commute and just spend shaping the sound :)
Working shift work and having a family has made it hard to do those long “deep dive” sessions that seem to produce satisfying results. I went from having a studio to not having any gear out at all. I personally combat this by having one piece of gear that is portable, which for me has been the Elektron Model:Cycles. The lack of a dedicated studio and time has helped me to curb any G.A.S. by having time to really focus on what I enjoy most about making music. Most samplers, gear with endless abilities, and full of deep menus are not a conduit for my creativity. Knob per function, muscle memory, and sculpting sound that I can change pitch without losing the essence of it (working with most samplers) has been what sparks my creativity the most. Also, writing down any button combos or performance tricks that I can develop muscle memory with has been another outlet of being productive with little time. That way when I pick the M:C up after some time has passed, I can get back into the swing of it quicker.
If not a studio space then a Laptop only is perfect and perhaps a controller only. Less is more! 💜
@@PeaceDub and @Lukelucas5521 wholeheartedly agree. although I love experimenting on new gear, and enjoy the process of learning each new instrument that might come it does take time and effort to use it efficiently. so, this obviously makes me double think the priorities of making music, where to spend the small amount of time that you have creating music - either its creating or taking hours digesting manuals and tutorial videos
I printed out manuals to a few of the more complicated synths/ music gear that I hope to learn (Octatrack, Assimil8or, etc.) so that I can take along when I am stuck somewhere (e.g. waiting room, public transport, etc.) and read up on the gear… so that I can be more knowledgeable and effective with my time when I do get to play.
Octatrack… jeez that name gives me the fear… sold as Ableton in a box.. I’m an MPC user through and through, my octatrack mk1 still sits in its bag unused.. good luck mate.. it literally psychologically broke me.. elektron gear is a definite workflow that some people just click with.. I just don’t have the time to commit.. still haven’t sold it, you never know I might watch that 2hr cuckoo tutorial another time. 😂
Thank you for your video - this is quite an interesting little synth. Now I want to order one. I am curious though, what is your device that is holding your samples? That looks quite interesting as I have never seen one. Just curious where I can find one and is it something you build or does it come built. I need a small little sample player (hoping it is relatively cheap). Love how you explore the many capabilities of plinki.
I assume you are referring to the little device left side of Plinky. That is a norns shield - a musical computer by monome. You can check the other videos I made about norns :)
It's always nice to have a few small gadgets sitting on the desk for fun mini-jams at any given time. Right now I also have a Plinky and a Zeptocore on my desk!
Indeed! I have an organelle on my coffee table just so I don’t need to bother with headphones:)
To little to late
*too
Thanks im not an englsih native speaker and still you manager to understand me bravo.
What do you mean
@@TheCinefotografiando they waiting list took ages so most moved. By the time i could get my hands on this i lost my interest. It sounds beautifully boring
I owned one for a couple of months. Never worked so hard for so little. Sold it.
What was the main issue if you don’t mind me asking?
@@tworoundrobins The learning curve was too difficult compared to what sounds are possible. Not to mention that the “keys” are almost unplayable compared to even a mini keyboard. I am much more productive with a standard programmable Keyboard with a ton of presets already installed that I can alter at will.
very beautiful
That’s really nice. I’m struggling to get the sampling as good as that with my Plinky. I’ve found that it can’t hear bass at all, but even when I give it treble, it’s v low quality and quiet. I had given up on using it as a sampler, but after hearing this I might give it another go :)
Hmmm do try it again and do try to change rate by half just to see if you get any more body to the sound
Newly initialized patch often defaults to 50. top shift and synth ( bottom left) and change it to 100. boost your recording level with bottom shift input level ( same touch pad as synth ). maybe that will help. its worth persevering. i have a mellotron flute and some pianos in my pinky and use them all the time. good luck.
@@3DRobin Thanks. I’ll definitely try that tomorrow.
@@3DRobin Thanks for the advice, had another go and it all made sense. That’s actually a pretty great little granular sampler.
Lovely as usual!
/|^;-;^/|
beautifully atmospheric as always, best of luck with your performance. you'll do great 🦇
My sets usually clock in at ten to twelve minutes at open mics. Plenty of time 5:01 . Here is a slightly longer one. GOOD LUCK! 👏😊 Caffe Amouri OPEN MIC Saturday, April 13, 2024 kzread.info/dash/bejne/hYGZ2MqaZrjfn8Y.html
So Chilled! Good luck on your performance! 😁👊
........that was........so..........so........... nice you've come such a long way
Hope you release the live performance. This was so wonderful Thank You
maybe someday something with bats shall be released :)
You will certainly do fine. Wish we lived nearer...
Beautiful ❤
Lovely!
Really nice comparison, thanks for the video! I have the Shield version but the noise is quite remarkable (even with wifi disconnected, compressor and reverb off), it's always noticeable when recording some quiet music... From what you mentioned, I guess the Standard is better in terms of noise, specially when not using the wifi.
Definitely, because the wifi antenna on the shield is too close to the usb ports…although this is more of an issue for 4b as opposed to 3b
@@tworoundrobins thank you for the insight. I'll try to go for the standard in the next batch!
amazing! love all of your content
Can I play with plinky with a midi keyboard?
I think so yes. Haven’t tried it myself tho
Thanks for the video, ordered V3 yesterday and will be my first build, a bit nervous but also excited
Good luck :)
@@tworoundrobins thanks, gonnae need it lol
Look forward to trying this script. Whales, elephants and Greenland Sharks ?
Sadly no data on whale CF I think :(
Great work man
Love this, excited to also give it a try this evening!
white means wecording
This is amazing. Playing with it right now.
Awesome concept, I love it ❤