1-year not-that-major update: Though I’ve acquired various mallets, I prefer the Malletech Stevens LS15’s I’m using in this video for the malletSTATION as they’re my softest and make the least extra impact noise. I also found an external plugin from good old Spitfire Audio called BBC Symphony Orchestra, which has a marimba in its tuned percussion sub-library! Because it was recorded not necessarily for it to stand solo and to only give color to the orchestra, it has preset reverb that you cannot remove, and some mallet impact noise on the ‘wooden bars’ that you may be able to control with EQ. It has an authentic sound although I do not prefer it over Logic’s default marimba plugin and like them both in their own ways :)
What do you do in the EM1 Controller App and in Logic Pro to achieve “realistic” touch and control while playing? Also, are you using Malletech Leigh Steven’s mallets?
Hi! Unaware of an app for the controller (other than Logic Remote which externally controls the DAW). The instrument has a set touch sensitivity that is overall effective and natural, unless you tap too softly. I haven’t found a way to adjust that… also yes those are the Malletech Stevens LS15’s!
No major technical issues over the years. I wouldn't call it an alternative to an acoustic keyboard percussion instrument, but to me, as far as electronic instruments like these go, it's worked well! It also has decent touch sensitivity and in general is very useful for beginners, instructors, and even performers. (I've taken it onstage after this video was made)
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1-year not-that-major update: Though I’ve acquired various mallets, I prefer the Malletech Stevens LS15’s I’m using in this video for the malletSTATION as they’re my softest and make the least extra impact noise.
I also found an external plugin from good old Spitfire Audio called BBC Symphony Orchestra, which has a marimba in its tuned percussion sub-library! Because it was recorded not necessarily for it to stand solo and to only give color to the orchestra, it has preset reverb that you cannot remove, and some mallet impact noise on the ‘wooden bars’ that you may be able to control with EQ. It has an authentic sound although I do not prefer it over Logic’s default marimba plugin and like them both in their own ways :)
Thanks for sharing!
What do you do in the EM1 Controller App and in Logic Pro to achieve “realistic” touch and control while playing? Also, are you using Malletech Leigh Steven’s mallets?
Hi! Unaware of an app for the controller (other than Logic Remote which externally controls the DAW). The instrument has a set touch sensitivity that is overall effective and natural, unless you tap too softly. I haven’t found a way to adjust that… also yes those are the Malletech Stevens LS15’s!
Do you have any issues with your instrument? I want to buy one, but I heard bad reviews! Thank you.
No major technical issues over the years. I wouldn't call it an alternative to an acoustic keyboard percussion instrument, but to me, as far as electronic instruments like these go, it's worked well! It also has decent touch sensitivity and in general is very useful for beginners, instructors, and even performers. (I've taken it onstage after this video was made)