XILS-Lab – Oxium v1.0.1: A Synthesizer that Inspires Creativity
XILS-Lab Oxium v1.0.1: A Performance Synthesizer with a Classic and Modern Sound
Introduction
If you are looking for a synthesizer that can deliver both a classic pure analog sound and modern tones, with awesome real-time modulation capabilities, you should check out Oxium by XILS-Lab. Oxium is a performance-oriented synthesizer that allows you to play a synthesizer in ways you could never have imagined.
XILS-Lab – Oxium v1.0.1
Oxium is a software synthesizer that runs as a plug-in in your DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). It is compatible with Windows and Mac OS X, and supports VST, AU, RTAS, and AAX formats. You can download it from the XILS-Lab website, where you can also find the latest updates, manuals, videos, audio demos, and testimonials.
In this article, we will explore the main features of Oxium, and show you how it can enhance your music production and performance. We will cover the following topics:
The Sound of Oxium
The Modulation of Oxium
The Performance of Oxium
By the end of this article, you will have a good understanding of what Oxium can do for you, and how to use it effectively. So let's get started!
The Sound of Oxium
Oxium is a hybrid synthesizer that combines analog and digital synthesis techniques. It has two main sound sources: oscillators and noise generators. Each sound source can be shaped by various modifiers, such as filters, envelopes, effects, and more.
Oscillators
Oxium has two oscillators per voice, which can produce different waveforms, such as sawtooth, pulse, triangle, sine, noise, or FM (frequency modulation). You can also load your own waveforms from WAV files or use one of the 400+ waveforms included in Oxium.
You can adjust the pitch, volume, phase, pulse width, FM amount, FM ratio, sync mode, unison mode, and stereo spread of each oscillator. You can also mix the two oscillators using different modes, such as ring modulation or XOR (exclusive OR).
Noise Generators
Oxium has two noise generators per voice, which can produce white noise or pink noise. You can adjust the volume, filter type, filter cutoff, filter resonance, filter envelope amount, filter envelope decay, filter LFO amount, filter LFO rate, filter LFO shape, stereo spread, and pan of each noise generator.
Filters
Oxium has two filters per voice, which can be configured in serial or parallel mode. Each filter can have one of the following types: low-pass 12 dB/octave (LP12), low-pass 24 dB/octave (LP24), band-pass 12 dB/octave (BP12), band-pass 24 dB/octave (BP24), high-pass 12 dB/octave (HP12), high-pass 24 dB/octave (HP24), or formant. Each filter can have its own cutoff frequency, resonance, drive, key tracking, envelope amount, envelope attack, envelope decay, envelope sustain, envelope release, LFO amount, LFO rate, LFO shape, and LFO phase.
Envelopes
Oxium has three envelopes per voice, which can modulate the volume, the filter cutoff, or any other parameter. Each envelope can have its own attack time, decay time, sustain level, release time, velocity sensitivity, and curve shape. You can also invert the polarity of each envelope or sync it to the tempo.
Effects
Oxium has four effects per voice, which can be arranged in any order. The effects are: chorus, delay, reverb, and distortion. Each effect can have its own parameters, such as rate, depth, feedback, time, mix, size, color, drive, tone, and more. You can also bypass or mute each effect individually.
Presets and Sound Banks
Oxium comes with over 800 presets and 10 sound banks that cover a wide range of styles and genres. You can browse the presets by category (bass, lead, pad, etc.), by sound bank (factory 1, factory 2, etc.), or by author (Xavier Oudin, Lotuzia, etc.). You can also create your own presets and save them in your own sound banks.
To load a preset or a sound bank, you can use the browser window or the arrows on the top of the interface. You can also use the randomize button to generate a new preset based on the current one. You can also use the compare button to switch between the current preset and the previous one.
The Modulation of Oxium
Oxium is a synthesizer that offers real-time modulation capabilities that allow you to create dynamic and expressive sounds. You can modulate almost any parameter in Oxium using various sources and destinations. You can also use the Masque sequencer and the LFOs to create complex modulation patterns.
Modulation Sources
Oxium has 12 modulation sources per voice, which are: envelope 1 (ENV1), envelope 2 (ENV2), envelope 3 (ENV3), LFO 1 (LFO1), LFO 2 (LFO2), LFO 3 (LFO3), LFO 4 (LFO4), Masque sequencer (MASQ), keyboard velocity (VEL), keyboard aftertouch (AT), modulation wheel (MOD), and expression pedal (EXP).
You can assign any modulation source to any modulation destination using the matrix window or the knobs on the interface. You can also adjust the amount and polarity of each modulation assignment using the sliders on the matrix window or the knobs on the interface.
Modulation Destinations
Oxium has over 100 modulation destinations per voice, which are divided into four groups: oscillator 1 (OSC1), oscillator 2 (OSC2), noise generator 1 (NOI1), noise generator 2 (NOI2), filter 1 (FIL1), filter 2 (FIL2), effect 1 (EFF1), effect 2 (EFF2), effect 3 (EFF3), effect 4 (EFF4), volume (VOL), pan (PAN), and global parameters.
You can modulate almost any parameter in Oxium using any modulation source. For example, you can modulate the pitch of oscillator 1 with envelope 1, the cutoff of filter 2 with LFO 2, the feedback of delay with Masque sequencer, or the mix of reverb with keyboard velocity. The possibilities are endless!
Masque Sequencer
Oxium has a unique feature called the Masque sequencer, which is a 16-step sequencer that can modulate any parameter in Oxium. You can use the Masque sequencer to create rhythmic, melodic, or harmonic patterns, or to add movement and variation to your sounds.
You can access the Masque sequencer by clicking on the MASQ button on the top of the interface. You can then draw the modulation values for each step using the mouse or the keyboard. You can also adjust the rate, direction, loop mode, sync mode, swing, and glide of the sequencer. You can also mute or solo each step individually.
You can assign the Masque sequencer to any modulation destination using the matrix window or the knobs on the interface. You can also assign different modulation sources to each step of the sequencer using the drop-down menus on the bottom of the interface. You can also copy and paste the sequencer settings between different presets.
LFOs
Oxium has four LFOs (low-frequency oscillators) per voice, which can modulate any parameter in Oxium. You can use the LFOs to create vibrato, tremolo, wah-wah, or other effects.
You can access the LFOs by clicking on the LFO buttons on the top of the interface. You can then adjust the rate, shape, phase, symmetry, and polarity of each LFO. You can also sync each LFO to the tempo or to another LFO.
You can assign each LFO to any modulation destination using the matrix window or the knobs on the interface. You can also modulate the rate or shape of each LFO using another modulation source.
The Performance of Oxium
Oxium is a synthesizer that is optimized for live performance and studio work. It has several features and controls that allow you to play and tweak your sounds in real time. You can also use Oxium as a MIDI controller to control other synthesizers or devices.
Performance Features
Oxium has several performance features that enhance your playing experience, such as:
Polyphony: You can adjust the number of voices that Oxium can play simultaneously, from 1 to 32. You can also choose between polyphonic, monophonic, legato, or unison modes.
Portamento: You can adjust the amount and time of portamento (glide) between notes, from 0% to 100%. You can also choose between constant time or constant rate modes.
Pitch Bend: You can adjust the range and direction of pitch bend, from -12 to +12 semitones. You can also invert the polarity of pitch bend.
Modulation Wheel: You can adjust the amount and polarity of modulation wheel, from -100% to +100%. You can also assign different modulation sources to modulation wheel using the matrix window or the knobs on the interface.
Expression Pedal: You can adjust the amount and polarity of expression pedal, from -100% to +100%. You can also assign different modulation sources to expression pedal using the matrix window or the knobs on the interface.
Keyboard Velocity: You can adjust the amount and polarity of keyboard velocity, from -100% to +100%. You can also assign different modulation sources to keyboard velocity using the matrix window or the knobs on the interface.
Keyboard Aftertouch: You can adjust the amount and polarity of keyboard aftertouch, from -100% to +100%. You can also assign different modulation sources to keyboard aftertouch using the matrix window or the knobs on the interface.
Performance Controls
Oxium has several performance controls that allow you to tweak your sounds in real time, such as:
Master Volume: You can adjust the overall volume of Oxium using the knob on the top right of the interface.
Master Tune: You can adjust the overall tuning of Oxium using the knob on the top left of the interface. You can also fine-tune each oscillator individually using the knobs on the oscillator section.
Master Glide: You can adjust the overall glide time of Oxium using the knob on the bottom right of the interface. You can also enable or disable glide for each oscillator individually using the buttons on the oscillator section.
Master Filter: You can adjust the overall filter cutoff and resonance of Oxium using the knobs on the bottom left of the interface. You can also enable or disable filter for each sound source individually using the buttons on the sound source section.
Master Effects: You can adjust the overall mix and drive of Oxium's effects using the knobs on the effect section. You can also enable or disable each effect individually using the buttons on the effect section.
MIDI Controller
Oxium can also act as a MIDI controller to control other synthesizers or devices. You can assign any parameter in Oxium to any MIDI CC (continuous controller) number using the MIDI learn function. To do this, you just need to right-click on any parameter in Oxium and select "MIDI learn". Then, you need to move any knob, slider, or button on your MIDI controller. The parameter will be automatically mapped to that MIDI CC number. You can also edit or delete any MIDI assignment using the MIDI map window.
Conclusion
Oxium is a powerful and versatile synthesizer that offers a unique combination of analog and digital synthesis, real-time modulation, and performance features. It is a great choice for musicians and producers who want to create rich and expressive sounds, from classic pure analog tones to modern digital timbres.
If you want to experience Oxium for yourself, you can download a free demo version from the XILS-Lab website. The demo version has all the features of the full version, except that it produces a short noise every 30 seconds. To unlock the full version, you need to purchase a license for 99 EUR (or 149 USD) from the XILS-Lab website. You can also get a discount if you own other XILS-Lab products or if you are a student or a teacher.
Oxium is a synthesizer that will inspire you to create amazing sounds and music. It is easy to use, fun to play, and flexible to customize. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, you will find Oxium to be a valuable addition to your sonic arsenal.
So what are you waiting for? Download Oxium today and unleash your creativity!
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about Oxium:
Q: How can I get support for Oxium?
A: You can get support for Oxium by contacting the XILS-Lab team via email, phone, or online forum. You can also check the FAQ section on the XILS-Lab website or the user manual that comes with Oxium.
Q: How can I update Oxium to the latest version?
A: You can update Oxium to the latest version by downloading the installer from the XILS-Lab website and running it on your computer. You don't need to uninstall the previous version of Oxium before installing the new one.
Q: How can I backup or restore my presets and sound banks in Oxium?
A: You can backup or restore your presets and sound banks in Oxium by using the export and import functions on the browser window. You can also copy or move the preset and sound bank files manually from your computer's hard drive. The preset files have the extension .oxp and the sound bank files have the extension .oxb.
Q: How can I share my presets and sound banks with other users?
A: You can share your presets and sound banks with other users by uploading them to the XILS-Lab website or any other online platform. You can also send them via email or any other file transfer method. Please make sure that you have the permission of the original authors before sharing any presets or sound banks that are not your own.
Q: How can I learn more about synthesis and sound design with Oxium?
A: You can learn more about synthesis and sound design with Oxium by watching the tutorial videos on the XILS-Lab website or YouTube channel. You can also read the user manual that comes with Oxium or check out some online courses or books on synthesis and sound design.
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