Steinberg Halion 5 Manual
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Installation and SetupKey Command Conventions
Key Command Conventions
Many of the default key commands in HALion use modifier keys, some of which are
different depending on the operating system. For example, the default key command
for Undo is [Ctrl]-[Z] on Windows and [Command]-[Z] on Mac OS X systems.
When key commands with modifier keys are described in this manual, they are shown
with the Windows modifier key first:
[Win modifier key]/[Mac modifier key]-[key]
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Installation and SetupKey Command Conventions
Key Command Conventions
Many of the default key commands in HALion use modifier keys, some of which are
different depending on the operating system. For example, the default key command
for Undo is [Ctrl]-[Z] on Windows and [Command]-[Z] on Mac OS X systems.
When key commands with modifier keys are described in this manual, they are shown
with the Windows modifier key first:
[Win modifier key]/[Mac modifier key]-[key]
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Matthias Klag, Michael Ruf Revision and quality control: Cristina Bachmann, Heiko Bischoff, Christina Kaboth, Insa Mingers, Sabine Pfeifer, Benjamin Schütte This PDF provides improved access for vision-impaired users. Please note that due to the complexity and number of images in this document, it is not possible to include text descriptions of images. The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH. The software described by this document is subject to a License Agreement and may not be copied to other media except as specifically allowed in the License Agreement. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or otherwise transmitted or recorded, for any purpose, without prior written permission by Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH. Registered licensees of the product described herein may print one copy of this document for their personal use. All product and company names are ™ or ® trademarks of their respective holders. For more information, please visit www.steinberg.net/trademarks. Release Date: June 12, 2013 © Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH, 2013. All rights reserved.
4 Table of Contents 7Installation and Setup 7Welcome 8Key Command Conventions 8How You Can Reach Us 8Installation 10Setting Up 12The HALion Control Panel 12Introduction 12Configuring the Control Panel 14Setting the Focus 15Working with Multiple Windows 15Screen Sets 16Overview of the Available Editors 18Macro Pages 19Managing Your Sounds 19The Slot Rack 22Managing Multis 24Managing Files via the MediaBay 29Content Files and Folder Structure 29Loading HALion 3 Programs 30Working with General MIDI Files 31Loading and Managing Programs 31Introduction 31The Columns of the Program Table 32Loading Programs into the Program Table 32Loading Programs from the Program Table to the Slot Rack 33Editing the Program Table 34Using the Program Tree 34Introduction 35The Program Tree Structure 36Editing Zones, Programs, and Layers 39Making Selections 40Navigating in the Program Tree 41Muting, Soloing, and Hiding 42Adding MIDI Modules 42Adding Insert Effects 42Changing the Order of MIDI Modules and Insert Effects 43Adding Audio Busses 43Customizing the Program Tree 45Global Functions and Settings 45Introduction 45The Plug-in Functions Section 46The Toolbar 48The Keyboard Editor 50The Options Editor 55Quick Controls 59AI-Knob Support 60Common Editing Methods 60Introduction 60Using Controls in HALion 61Using Key Commands 62Working with Presets 63Using Automation 64Using Effects 65Using MIDI Modules 67Importing and Exporting Samples 67Importing Samples 71Finding Missing Samples 72Exporting Samples 75Replacing Samples 77Importing Third-Party Sampler Programs 77Importing Sliced Loops 80Using the Browser 80Introduction 80The Path Section 81The Location Tree 82The Results List 84The Preview and File Info Section 84Loading Files 87Editing Programs and Layers in the Sound Editor 87Introduction 87The Main Section 88The Trigger Section 90The Voice Management Section 94The Variation Groups Section 95The Quick Control Assignments Section 95The Note Expression Section
5 97Editing Zones in the Sound Editor 97Introduction 97Global Zone Settings 98Editing Selected Zones or All Zones 98Absolute and Relative Editing 98HALion 3 compatibility 98Managing Sections 99The Voice Control Section 102The Pitch Section 103The Oscillator Section 107The Sample Oscillator Section 108Organ Oscillator Section 110The AudioWarp Section 113The Filter Section 117The Amplifier Section 119The Envelope Section 124The LFO Section 127The Step Modulator Section 129The Modulation Matrix Section 137Mapping Zones 137Introduction 137The Mapping Editor 138Setting the Focus 138Zooming and Scrolling 139Selecting Zones 139Moving Zones 139Setting Key and Velocity Range 140Muting and Soloing Zones 140Showing and Hiding Zones 140Fading and Crossfading Zones 141The Root Key 141Triggering Zones 142Importing Samples Using Drag and Drop 142Mapping Zones 144Filling Gaps between Zones 144Selecting Zones with the Mapping Editor Keyboard 145Editing Samples in the Sample Editor 145Introduction 145Overview 146The Parameter Section 147General Operations 152Creating Loops 156Creating and Editing Slices 161Granular Synthesis 161Introduction 161Accessing the Grain Oscillator 162The Grain Tab 166Modulating the Grain Oscillator 167The Sample Tab 168MIDI Editing and Controllers 168The MIDI Editor 169Using MIDI Controllers 170Assigning MIDI Controllers 170Assigning MIDI Controllers to AUX FX 170Saving a MIDI Controller Mapping as Default 171Automation and Factory MIDI Controller Assignments 171CC 121 Support 172Mixing and Routing 172The Audio Bus Architecture 175The HALion Mixer 179Auron 179Introduction 180The Osc Page 181The Mod Page 182The Voice Page 184The Filter Section 185The Amp Section 185The Arp Page 186Trium 186Introduction 186The Osc Page 187The Sub Page 189The Amp Section 189The Mod Page 190The Arp Page 191Voltage 191Introduction 191The Oscillator Section 192The Filter Section 196The Arp Page 197Model C 197Introduction 197The Organ Page 199The Rotary Page 199The Amp Page 199The FX Page 202HALiotron 202Introduction 202The Main Page 203The Filter Page 204B-Box 204Introduction 204The Pattern Page 207The Mix Page
6 211World Instruments 211Introduction 211The Filter Section 212The Amp Section 213The Pitch/LFO/MW Sections 213The Oriental Scale Section 214The Arp Page 215World Percussion 215Introduction 219Effects Reference 219Introduction 219Reverb and Delay Effects 223EQ Effects 225Filter effects 229Distortion Effects 233Modulation Effects 240Dynamics Effects 244Panner and Routing Effects 246HALion 3 Legacy Effects 254MIDI Modules Reference 254Introduction 254The FlexPhraser 259The Trigger Pads 261The MIDI Player Module 263The Drum Player Module 267Mono Envelope 269Mono LFO 271MegaTrig 275Layer Alternate 277Key Switch Alternate 278Key Switch Remote 279MIDI Randomizer 280True Pedaling 281CC Mapper 282Velocity Curve 283Tuning Scale 285Key Commands Reference 285The Default Key Commands 287Using the HALion Standalone Version 287Introduction 287Making Preferences Settings 289Selecting the MIDI Input and the Audio Output 289The Scratch Pad 292Index
7 Installation and Setup Welcome Congratulations on purchasing Steinberg’s HALion 5. In response to the requirements of professional sound designers, HALion 5 was carefully refined during the engineering process, resulting in the ultimate tool for discerning sound designers and bound to find the appreciation of musicians, producers and composers. HALion combines a premium sample engine with up-to-date virtual analog and granular synthesis that opens the door to new sonic spheres. The integrated mixing console, the studio-grade effects and the flexible user interface are just some of the features that will truly inspire your creativity. Many feature requests and wishes have found their way into the fifth iteration of HALion. A dedicated slicing editor lets you chop, edit and map your samples very conveniently with just a few clicks. FlexPhrases are now recorded and exported to your DAW and the new user phrase editor lets you program your own phrases and arpeggios directly in HALion. Additionally, new MIDI modules, a tone-wheel organ oscillator, a granular synthesis oscillator and many new effects are now available in HALion 5 to give you even more creative tools for your sound design. To begin with, check out the massive sound library. With more than 1,000 new presets and plenty of new instruments, the content library underwent a massive upgrade. All the new instruments like the Model-C organ or the new synth section with Trium, Auron, and Voltage are equipped with dedicated interface skins that make controlling the software even more intuitive. Whether it is the comprehensive world library or B-Box, the new drum machine with included step sequencer, HALion 5 offers plenty of inspiring sounds for all kinds of tastes and situations. The new features, instruments, and functionalities are described in detail in this manual. Please don’t forget to register at MySteinberg in order to gain access to online support offers and additional exclusive services. And check out the HALion 5 community at our online forum for tips and other useful information. We wish you lots of musical inspiration while working with your brand-new workstation! The Steinberg HALion Team
8 Installation and SetupKey Command Conventions Key Command Conventions Many of the default key commands in HALion use modifier keys, some of which are different depending on the operating system. For example, the default key command for Undo is [Ctrl]-[Z] on Windows and [Command]-[Z] on Mac OS X systems. When key commands with modifier keys are described in this manual, they are shown with the Windows modifier key first: [Win modifier key]/[Mac modifier key]-[key] For example, [Ctrl]/[Command]-[Z] means “press [Ctrl] on Windows or [Command] on Mac OS X systems, then press [Z]”. Similarly, [Alt]/[Option]-[X] means “press [Alt] on Windows or [Option] on Mac OS X systems, then press [X]”. Please note that this manual often refers to right-clicking, for example, to open context menus. If you are using a Mac with a single-button mouse, hold down [Ctrl] and click. How You Can Reach Us Clicking the Steinberg logo in the top right corner of HALion opens a pop-up menu containing items for getting additional information and help: •This menu contains links to various Steinberg web pages. Selecting a link automatically launches your browser application and opens the page. On the web pages, you can find support and compatibility information, answers to frequently asked questions, links for downloading new drivers, etc. This requires that you have a browser application installed on your computer and a working internet connection. •When you choose the Help item, an online version of the documentation opens. •You also find a menu item for the registration of your product. For further information, see “Register Your Software” on page 10. Installation The USB-eLicenser Many Steinberg products, including HALion, use the USB-eLicenser, a hardware copy protection device. HALion will not run without an eLicenser containing an activated license. The USB-eLicenser is a USB device on which your Steinberg software licenses are stored. All hardware-protected Steinberg products use the same type of device, and you can store more than one license on one device. Also, licenses can (within certain limits) be transferred between USB-eLicensers. This is helpful if you want to sell a piece of software, for example. !Please read the following section before installing HALion. !The USB-eLicenser is a separate product and is not included in the product package of HALion.
9 Installation and SetupInstallation The product package of HALion contains an activation code, which is found on the Essential Product License Information card within the product package. To make unlimited use of your version of HALion, you must manually download a license to an USB-eLicenser connected to your computer, and activate your permanent license using the activation code. In the eLicenser Control Center you can activate new licenses and check which licenses are installed on your USB-eLicenser. After installation of HALion, the eLicenser Control Center can be opened via the Start menu on Windows systems or the Applications folder on a Mac. ÖIf you are using other copy-protected Steinberg products, you may want to transfer all licenses for your applications to one USB-eLicenser, thus using up only one USB port of your computer. Please refer to the eLicenser Control Center Help for information on how to transfer licenses between USB-eLicensers. System Requirements Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements for the Windows and Mac versions of HALion: Installing HALion HALion provides a large amount of content and is distributed on a set of two DVDs. Please have all DVDs ready for the installation. Proceed as follows: 1.Insert the first DVD into your DVD drive. An interactive Start Center appears. If it is does not open automatically or if you have a Macintosh computer, you can manually open it by double-clicking the file “HALion_Start_Center.exe” (Windows) or “HALion Start Center.app” (Mac). 2.Follow the instructions on screen to start the installation of HALion and browse through the additional options and information presented. Mac OS XWindows Mac OS X Version 10.7/10.8* Intel dual-core processor CoreAudio-compatible audio hardware VST 3 or AU-compatible host application for using HALion as a plug-in Windows 7/Windows 8* Intel or AMD dual-core processor Windows-compatible audio hardware** VST 3 or VST 2-compatible host application for using HALion as a plug-in 4 GB RAM 17 GB of free hard-disk space Display resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels recommended DVD ROM dual-layer drive required for installation USB port for USB-eLicenser (license management) Internet connection required for installation, activation, account setup, and personal/product registration. *Native 32-bit and 64-bit program version. **ASIO compatible audio hardware recommended for low-latency performance. !The HALion installer allows you to save the content files on a different hard drive than the program files.
10 Installation and SetupSetting Up If you do not want to install HALion via the interactive Start Center, follow the instructions below: Windows 1.Double-click the file called “Setup.exe”. 2.Follow the instructions on screen. Macintosh 1.Double-click the file called “HALion.mpkg”. 2.Follow the instructions on screen. Register Your Software We encourage you to register your software! By doing so you are entitled to technical support and kept aware of updates and other news regarding HALion. •To register HALion, click the Steinberg logo in the top right corner of the control panel and select “Register HALion now!” from the pop-up menu. This option opens the registration page of the Steinberg web site in your web browser. To register, follow the instructions on screen. Setting Up The following sections describe how to use HALion as a plug-in in different host applications. HALion can also be used as a standalone application. This is described in detail in the chapter “Using the HALion Standalone Version” on page 287. Setting Up HALion as a VST Instrument in Cubase We assume that you have correctly set up Cubase as well as your MIDI and audio hardware, and that Cubase receives MIDI data from your external MIDI keyboard. If you want to use HALion in another VST host application, please refer to the documentation of the corresponding application. Cubase provides two ways of working with VST instruments: the VST Instruments window and instrument tracks. Accessing HALion via the VST Instruments Window Proceed as follows: 1.Open the Devices menu in Cubase and select the VST Instruments option. The VST Instruments window opens. 2.Click one of the empty slots to open the instrument pop-up menu, and select HALion. You are asked whether you want to create an associated MIDI track connected to the VST instrument. 3.Click Create. HALion is loaded and activated, and its control panel opens. A MIDI track called HALion is added to the track list. The output of this track is routed to HALion. Accessing HALion via an Instrument Track Proceed as follows: 1.On the Project menu, open the Add Track submenu, and select “Instrument”. The Add Instrument Track dialog opens. 2.On the instrument pop-up menu, select HALion. 3.Click OK to create the instrument track.