Magnolia Polymove Explained: The Ultimate Randomization Tool

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"Looking to breathe life into your synth patches? In this video, we dive deep into Polymove, Magnolia’s custom modulation source that redefines randomization in sound design.

🔍 What is Polymove?
Unlike standard random generators, Polymove creates unique, independent values for every single voice and every destination it’s assigned to.

How it works in practice:

Multi-Destination Randomization: Assign Polymove to your filter cutoff and wavefolder simultaneously—striking a chord generates unique, unrelated values for both parameters on every note.

Unison Power: In a Unison mono lead, every stacked voice gets its own set of random values. This creates incredibly thick, organic textures that feel alive.

Infinite Variety: Use it subtly to emulate the "drift" of vintage analog gear, or crank it up for unpredictable, experimental soundscapes.

🎹 Mono vs. Legato Modes

Polymove adapts to your playing style based on your Part settings:

Mono: Generates fresh random values with every new note triggered. Legato: Generates new values only when you strike a key after all others have been released—ideal for fluid, evolving phrases."