Novation // Peak v1.2 - Mod Matrix

Our Peak synth is without doubt the most powerful synth we’ve ever created, and since its launch 18 months ago, users around the world have let us know ways in which they reckon we could make it even better.
In this video, CALC takes you through the brand new design of the Modulation Matrix. Now, with sources and destinations presented on the same page, the days of toggling between them to make and edit assignments are over. And as a knock-on benefit, the Page button now enables quick access to all 16 modulation slots.
What's in the v1.2 update?
We've added 43 new wavetables, much more modulation, redesigned the Mod Matrix, FX Modulation, microtuning, plus new soundpacks from Patricia Wolf and GForce software.
More info on v1.2:
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[@MathHammer]

I am really liking this update. The Peak is was great before but now it is over-the-top.

[@winddealer1]

Very pleased with the new v1.2 capabilities. Thanks for the continued innovation of your products over their lifetime. Demonstrates a commitment to more satisfied customers and increases the potential of future product revenue growth.

[@NovationTV]

Thanks for your kind words, Dan. We appreciate your support 🙏🙌

[@humansrants1694]

Thanks now I got a good grip of my Peak.

[@DivKid]

love it!

[@electrom4gnetik465]

3:58 Love this little pattern!

[@cellrok]

i have some questions regarding the SL keyboard: If i pair it with my Peak and write sequences on the SL memory, can i recall these sequences from another sequencer? Does the SL respond do pattern changes and are these internal sequences linked to certain instruments which also carries program changes to the Peak then?

[@NovationTV]

Thanks for your interest! Which sequencer did you have in mind? The SL MkIII sequencer outputs MIDI note data. The won't be accessible as "a sequence" from other sequencers, but the MIDI data can be recorded into other hardware if it has that feature. SL MkIII sequences are saved within the Session as .syx data but that can't be loaded onto other sequencers. You can sequence multiple devices simultaneously using SL MkIII, so wouldn't necessarily need to have that data available in other devices.
It isn't possible to use an external source to change SL MkIII patterns but you can change Sessions using program change.

[@cellrok]

@@NovationTV I didn't mean to "transfer" the sysex. I think "SL MkIII sequences are saved within the Session" and "you can change Sessions using program change" is what i am looking for.
I want to communicate with the SL MkIII as if it was a "Synthesizer with a built-in sequencer". Upon program change sent via MIDI-IN it should load a Session with the saved Instrument Settings and start playing the stored sequence in sync to my clock signal / transport message.
My external sequencer would be Elektron Octatrack which sends clock and program change on start and when i change patterns on it. The SL MkIII should follow along and play from memory to the Peak that is connected to it.

[@NovationTV]

Sure. That's possible. You can load a Session by sending a ‘program change’ message to the device on channel 16. By default, the indicated Session will load instantly and you can then play the Session from Octatrack.

[@NathanRiveraMelo]

dat face reveal at the end tho

[@MusicZtorm]

Peaks needs a modulation matrix shortcut ! It’s a must have imho. Then only, i could consider to buy it

[@chrismarshall2471]

Like a button labelled ‘Mod’ maybe?

[@99MUZIK]

What’s the name of your watch?

[@NovationTV]

It's a Vestal 'Monte-Carlo'.

[@bobrolle668]

Who thought it was a good idea to describe the screens but not zoom in on them to see what was going on? And, why do such a complex example for the new feature? Slow down- describe and build. Explain well how one source and destination is accomplished-pause-add a title slide for the next feature to introduce it and provide easy navigation-- and then add the next feature to the example. I understand that musicians and sound engineers are not professional trainers or educators, but come on....this isn't hard. Read a few basic technical training articles Novation and your videos will be 10x more valuable.

[@iamhated1292]

I have a ruler in case you want to smack him on the back of his hand.

[@bobrolle668]

@@iamhated1292 Sure, I will take it. For the company I work for we have to put out training videos on complex transaction operational software. If we put out something like this to our clients and customers we would get brutalized. Musician need to expect and demand better.

[@NovationTV]

Thanks for your feedback, Bob. If you need a more in-depth explanation of the new v1.2 features, please chat to our support team here: bit.ly/NovationSupport

[@bobrolle668]

@@NovationTV Your reply misses my point. Solid training videos should decrease requests that customers make to your customer support-not drive them to it.

[@crolodon8024]

@@bobrolle668 Bob, the mod matrix is really simple to understand at first glance, this video by Calc is just to let you know the feature is there for you to use and give you some examples of someone using it. You are really showing your own ignorance here by trying to flex your professional muscles. The mod matrix is not "complex transaction operational software" and it doesn't require an in depth training video.