"Deaton’s Sequential Modulator is a versatile modular audio effects unit and synthesizer I created custom for Deaton Chris Anthony. It allows you to freely route audio through its different effects and manipulate parameters of these effects through an 8 step control voltage sequencer and two low frequency oscillators. It was created with the intention of leading you away from the sounds you have programmed yourself into normally making. Though, you are not confined to the experimental. Deaton’s Sequential Modulator can work as a more than capable modular effects board. It can also be a modular synth voice, a drone synth, eurorack cv sequencer, a mixer, heavy distortion unit, twinkly delay, infinitely repeating echo, tremolo, bitcrusher, chorus/vibrato, resonant filter and a lot more. Any sounds your heart desires are right here."
"In this live session I demonstrate the new features of version 1.5 of "Stepic". The free update introduces transposing through incoming midi notes, a new chord mode and an arpeggiator. It is also possible to select the pattern with a midi note. I am going to release a "talking video" in which I explain the new features in detail soon.
Synths in this video are (in order of appearance): Ob-6, Virus TI, Prophet 10. Drums are from Repro-5.
More info about Stepic: https://devicemeister.com/
If you want to get Stepic and help me with a small commission please use this link: https://devicemeister.com/p/martin/?c..."
"Stepic isn't just a powerful and versatile polyphonic step sequencer. 8 additional and fully integrated modulation sequencers make it a true sound shaping tool. Use them to automate any parameter (e.g. Filter Cutoff, Wavetable Position, Effect Amount) of your favorite synthesizers or effect devices. With its support for MIDI CC, Stepic offers you parameter control for both software plug-ins and hardware devices.
By assigning different tempos and sequence lengths to the modulation sequencers, Stepic lets you create deep, polyrhythmic parameter progressions that add a lot of motion and uniqueness to your sound. And if that's not enough, bring the 200+ random generators into play ;-)"
"Cosplay is an innovative Max4Live device that uses advanced frequency modulation techniques, this device generates MIDI notes that result in captivating and unique melodic variations. It is designed to cultivate new melodic ideas and help you explore uncharted musical territories.
The heart of Cosplay lies in its ability to use specific waves that interact with each other in intriguing ways. By varying the gain or frequency, the device produces variations that are not only related but also correlate to each other. This goes beyond random note generation or using conventional processes. The result is a harmonious and coherent composition that sparks your creativity.
A visually appealing display further enhances the experience with Cosplay. You can easily observe areas of interest and identify patterns that resonate with you. The intuitive interface allows you to seamlessly move between different areas of the 128 steps, enabling you to create melodic sequences of any length, up to 64 steps.
But that's not all. Cosplay provides you with a comprehensive set of editing tools to refine your melodies further. Once you have created a sequence, you can easily edit any note to perfect your composition. Alternatively, you can transform your creation into a clip and utilize the limitless possibilities of clip view to expand your music even further.
Cosplay's versatility makes it suitable for various scenarios. It can be used as a performance sequencer, allowing you to manipulate and shape your melodies in real-time. The dynamic and responsive nature of the plugin makes it an ideal tool for live performances, adding an extra layer of excitement and spontaneity to your shows.
Moreover, Cosplay is not just limited to performance-based applications. It also serves as a powerful music composition and creative tool. Whether you are a professional musician, a sound designer, or simply an enthusiast, Cosplay opens up vast possibilities for musical exploration and experimentation. Its unique approach to melodic variation will inspire you to break free from conventional musical constraints and discover your true artistic potential.
In conclusion, Cosplay is a groundbreaking Max4Live plugin that brings a new level of creativity to your music production. With its frequency modulation capabilities and intricate wave interaction, it generates captivating melodic variations that are both intriguing and repeatable. Whether you are a performer seeking to captivate your audience or a composer looking to create immersive soundscapes, Cosplay is the tool you need. Embrace the power of Cosplay and elevate your music to new heights of artistic expression.
"Foil 2 by Babumas Devices is an innovative Max for Live additive synthesizer device that offers unparalleled sound design capabilities.
Foil uses eight sine wave oscillators: Oscillator 1 is triggered by the ADSR envelope in the front, while Oscillator 8 is triggered by the ADSR envelope in the back. Meanwhile, Oscillator 2 ~ 7 in between follows an interpolated envelope value.
Individual oscillators can be tuned to the harmonic series, or detuned to build inharmonic timbre with relative ease. The pitch envelope helps create complex timbral gestures: from slowly detuning pads, metallic risers, or piercing percussion.
Whether you're a professional musician or a sound enthusiast, Foil 2 empowers you to explore new sonic territories and create unique, expressive music.
"https://akihiko-matsumoto.gumroad.com...
A sequencer that generates melodies according to church mode based on data from the analysis of hundreds of traditional Gregorian chant pieces."
Divisions is a MaxForLive MIDI Effect. Use various drawing tools to draw walls that balls can bounce off of. You can create up to 32 emitters to launch balls with different settings. When a ball bounces off of a wall, a MIDI note is output based on the settings of its emitter. Use Divisions to create various different MIDI effects in a less conventional way! Whether a sequencer, arppeggiator, melody/counter point/chord generator, note delay, and whatever else you come up with!"
"Divisions by Dillon Bastan is a groundbreaking audio software that revolutionizes the way music is composed and produced. This innovative tool allows users to dynamically divide and manipulate audio loops, creating unique and intricate musical arrangements effortlessly.
With its intuitive interface and powerful features, Divisions opens up infinite possibilities for music creators to explore and experiment with their sound. Whether you're a professional musician or an aspiring producer, this product is a game-changer that will take your music to new heights.
Divisions is a MaxForLive MIDI Effect. Use various drawing tools to draw walls that balls can bounce off of. You can create up to 32 emitters to launch balls with different settings.
When a ball bounces off of a wall, a MIDI note is output based on the settings of its emitter. Use Divisions to create various different MIDI effects in a less conventional way! Whether a sequencer, arppeggiator, melody/counter point/chord generator, note delay, and whatever else you come up with!"
"Crum Drum is a 4-voice drum machine with built in randomisation and probability based sequencing designed by NYSTRÖM
Rhythms can be created and manipulated using the internal random sequencer or externally via MIDI USB. Press the beat button to generate new rhythms, adjust the probability to create continuous variations, and increase the randomness to modulate the sound of your beats! Generated sequences can also be sent out via MIDI and Crum Drum can also sync via analog clock in and out.
W.A. Production introduces InstaComposer 2 as advanced AI MIDI Tool taking popular MIDI creation station plug-in predecessor to another level
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC: W.A. Production, producers crafting creative plug-ins to help anyone achieve studio-quality processing speedily and easily, is proud to introduce InstaComposer 2 as an advanced AI MIDI Tool taking its popular InstaComposer MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) creation station plug-in predecessor to another level — launching new features and improvements that enhance the user experience with more MIDI tracks, scenes, new scales, and new modes married with enhanced generative coding and superior performance to make practicable new ideas flow more quickly than ever before by producing a wide variety of musical elements, including melodies, phrases, riffs, and chord progressions to provide both beginners and professional musicians with endless possibilities for creating unique and engaging music in any genre or style while working with an intuitive interface and advanced algorithms allowing them to focus on the creative aspect of music production without having to think about composing every note — as of July 6…
Ever experienced those testing moments when creativity runs dry? Do not fear, for InstaComposer 2 is the ultimate musical muse. Indeed, infinite inspiration is at the creative core of the thinking behind making InstaComposer 2 what it is — an advanced MIDI generation plug-in designed to revolutionise music creation. By building upon the solid foundation of W.A. Production’s popular InstaComposer — itself released to widespread critical acclaim in its original incarnation in October 2021, InstaComposer 2 truly represents an even more attractive proposition, with exciting new features and improvements to enhance the user experience. Example highlights include an ability to organise ideas and song parts with eight new so-called ‘scenes’ — Scene 1 through to Scene 8 — that provide a convenient way to store different variations within a single preset; upgraded Scale support, with 22 additional scales ranging from Arabic and Spanish through to Miyako Bushi, Ryukyu, and more; a new virtual keyboard and highlighted chord menus to help with scale and chord selection; and melodies that can be generated in different modes and paired with unique chord progressions for each scale. Speaking of which, InstaComposer 2 adds two new-generation modes to its notable name — namely, Drums, enabling effortless generation of drum lines (supporting a wide variety of complexity levels, styles, and time signatures), and Pad 2, facilitating creation of a fuller, richer sound (by combining Pad and Chord modes). AI algorithms have been further improved for rhythm, phrase, and melody generation, conjuring more refined results, while new additions like the Sustain parameter — provides control over the length of the notes that are going to be generated — and a Chord Helper — highlights the notes for the selected chord on the virtual keyboard — help take things to another level entirely.
Each new starting point for InstaComposer 2 generates a unique result to ensure that users never run out of fresh ideas and possibilities for their compositions, ultimately. Unlike random note generation, InstaComposer 2 employs meticulously crafted algorithms and databases to produce musical ideas. Indeed, it constructs rhythmic and melodic structures that sound correct by mimicking human creativity — selecting notes that fit the given scale and context, and creating cohesive phrases that complement underlying chords. Clearly, InstaComposer 2 ‘understands’ the human brain’s affinity for pattern recognition. After all, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is involved in making InstaComposer 2 do what it does — different shapes and formats are used to build captivating combinations of beats and bars, adding rhythmic and melodic consistency often found in chart-topping music. Moreover, by using smaller musical chunks that repeat or occur in various forms throughout the melody, InstaComposer 2 builds larger blocks, creating a sense of unity throughout its user’s music-making interactions. It even harmonises notes to enrich the sonics (depending on selected mode and settings), resulting in a more cohesive composition as it aligns melody to chords. Adjustable AI controls — Generate Chords generates harmonious sequences of chords inspired by the most commonly used chord progressions, for instance — and a convenient Chaos control — ensures everything remains under control by preventing unwanted chaotic situations such as notes repeating excessively, jumping erratically, or climbing too far in one direction — mean that users can comfortably remain in charge of how InstaComposer 2 develops ideas (and how far it strays from any set rules), while fine-tuning of chord complexity, note population, beat and bar structuring, pattern generation, harmonisation, velocity randomisation, and more are always available.
As an advanced AI MIDI Tool, InstaComposer 2 includes complex algorithms for generating Melody (generates a wide variety of melodies and phrases), Riff (similar to Melody, but with shorter phrases, more repeating patterns, and more restricted structures), Ostinato (generates short melodic phrases that keep repeating, often ignoring chord changes underneath), Rhythm (generates more harmonies, focusing on rhythmic patterns and chord notes), Bass (generates bass lines that compliment chords and melodies being played), Chord (focuses on the chord notes with options to inverse chords and add bass notes), and Pad (emphasises longer notes often focusing on harmonies based on underlying chords). Creatively exploring the potential of these modes means users are always uncovering unique and compelling music. Moreover, with those eight scenes available alongside six tracks — Track 1 through to Track 6, InstaComposer 2 offers flexibility and organisation for multiple layers, alternative variations, and different song parts within a single preset.
Put it this way: with a user-friendly piano-roll interface at their fingertips, users can effortlessly manoeuvre, duplicate, and remove notes, and even change velocity to effectively breathe life into their riffs, while the onboard MIDI editor can be used to tweak the output of InstaComposer 2, meaning music can be manipulated before it even leaves the plug-in. Personalised style and creativity can be easily added to the AI-generated phrases, in other words.
Modifying MIDI playback directly within the InstaComposer 2 interface itself is also on offer — simply save the output as a MIDI file or conveniently drag and drop it into a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). It is also worth noting here that each track can be saved separately. Setting up multi-channel instruments as an alternative workflow also allows for routing MIDI from InstaComposer 2 into virtual instruments to preview all six tracks simultaneously — and all without ever having to leave the plug-in environment.
It is fair to say, then, that by taking its popular plug-in predecessor to another level as InstaComposer 2, W.A. Production has surely succeeded in creating the only MIDI creation station anyone could conceivably wish for... today, tomorrow, and into the foreseeable future!
InstaComposer 2 is available to purchase at an attractive 70%-discounted introductory promo price of $32.70 USD until August 17, 2023 — rising thereafter to its regular price of $109.00 USD — as a 64-bit AU-, VST-, and VST3-compatible plug-in for macOS (10.15 or later) and 32- or 64-bit VST-, and VST3-compatible plug-in for Windows (8 or later), as well as an AAX-compatible plug-in for Pro Tools (11 or higher), directly from W.A. Production via its dedicated webpage, which also includes some superb audio previews, here: https://www.waproduction.com/plugins/view/instacomposer-2
Owners of the original InstaComposer can upgrade to InstaComposer 2 for only $10.00 USD.
14-day, fully-functional trial versions of all W.A. Production plug-ins — including InstaComposer 2 — are available by signing up for an account for free from here: https://www.waproduction.com/users/login
"field system is our ultra-portable sound recording and performance system. all battery-powered, rechargeable via usb-c, with full interconnectivity (midi and high resolution audio) and universally compatible, it's the most powerful, highest quality, portable audio system in the world. alto-soprano captured using CM–15."
Taking its cosmic inspiration from star charts and ancient astrolabes, STAR SONG is a rotating optical disc-programmed sequencer with a built-in minimalist synthesizer.
STAR SONG can be used either to play its own built-in pulsewave synthesizer, or in combination with the A.M.P. electronics WAVE EXPANDER (sold separately) to drive external analog and modular synthesizers.
HOW IT IS USED To create sequences on STAR SONG, the seven translucent rings (orbits) of the optical disc are marked with a marker (included) or opaque tape. The disc is removable and additional discs are sold separately, allowing for indefinite storage of your favorite sequences.
The outer six rings control the tuned note selection and note-on/off sequencing. The innermost ring controls the cut-off frequency for the built-in bandpass filter.
Disc on/off and disc direction are toggled from touch contacts on the front panel, and disc speed is controlled from the central rotary control.
Additionally, there are 1/8" inputs to control rotation speed and rotation direction with an external source.
The addition of WAVE EXPANDER makes the STAR SONG into an incredibly versatile GATE (6 channels) and CV (1 channel) sequencer, as well as providing the STAR SONG’s tuned audio oscillator over five separate octave divisions (four audio and one sub-audio), 12 outputs in all to integrate into your modular system.
Multiple STAR SONG units can be synced by using an external clock signal, and you can even slave STAR SONG to your existing MELODY ORACLE/WAVE EXPANDER combo.
SING THE CYCLES OF THE SPHERES, with STAR SONG, a “revolutionary” new sequencer.
TECH SPECS: Disc Rotation: 0~15RPM Panel Controls: Disc rotation on/off, disc rotation rate, disc rotation reverse. Synthesizer: Quasi-monophonic pulsewave, 8 tuned notes, each with three octaves used in any combination. Sequenced via optical disc. Tone Filter: Bandpass, optically-controlled. Audio Output: ¼” LINE (5V p-p) AMP LINK Output: CAT 5 or 6 w/SHIELDED connector (compatible with WAVE EXPANDER and future AMP accessories only). Motor Clock Input: ⅛” 0-12V. ON @>7.5V Disc Direction Input: ⅛” 0-12V. CW @>7.5V DC input: 15VDC, 2.1mm, tip positive (US adapter included)
STAR SONG MSRP: $456 EXTRA STAR SONG DISCS MSRP: $13 WAVE EXPANDER MSRP: $321
"This switched multiple features 4 inputs and 6 outputs. Inputs C and D are normalled to inputs A and B when disconnected. Each output can be muted with the relative switch set to the centre. Inputs can be muted also as well as swapped with the flick of a switch to quickly create variations."
"Thinstone show us their new Track8 prototype audio recorder and sequencer."
"Track8 helps you to capture your creative ideas without the distractions of modern Digital Audio Workstations. All features are right at your fingertips and accessible without menu diving.
Lay down a basic beat via the USB Audio import. Record one track at a time. Rearrange your song structure afterwards. Undo if you need to. In the end, export your Song either as a Mixdown to share as a demo tape, or export raw Stem files for further processing and mixing in the DAW of your choice."
Audio Record to up to 8 stereo Audio Tracks, via Mono/Stereo 1/4” Input or XLR Microphone Preamp. Cut, copy, paste your Music. Merge and bounce your Tracks.
Midi Connect your Midi Devices using full size Midi in/out. Or connect up to 16 USB Midi devices to the USB-A Port. Record and Edit Midi Events.
More Use selected Effects on each Audio Track. Send each Track to a Delay and Reverb Bus. Import WAV Files and Loops into your arrangement. Export individual Stems or whole Tracks.
"Short overview of the capabilities of Polynator. Turn your sampler into a full blown synhesizer with pitchbend and customizable mod wheel and aftertouch cc values. @WeAreElektron @rolandglobal"
"Standalone to play TR8S and other samplers (Digitakt etc) polyphonically with pitch-bend and customisable mod wheel and aftertouch values.
Sequences can be recorded into the Digitakt. At this moment TR8S can be played but not recorded in. TR8S can however be sequenced pitch perfectly from external sequencers.
Features: Polyphony, one note chords, sequencer mode, velocity and pitch-bend range settings.
Fully customisable.
Compatibility: MacOSX, Windows, Linux (Debian).
Tested on MacOSX 11 and 12, Windows 10, Debian 11 on Rock 4 C+
Software and installers are digitally signed but on Windows you might get the smartscreen warning, just click on more info and run anyway. As a startup our reputation needs to build first for smartscreen..."
"We will be exhibiting our ever-evolving Grid modular MIDI controllers at Superbooth this year again - for the 4th time in a row - along with our new product, Knot and our fresh collaborative platform, the Profile Cloud."
"meet Knot: your compact and versatile USB MIDI host
KNOT is the perfect solution for musicians looking to bridge the gap between old-school MIDI gear like synthesizers, groove boxes, guitar pedals, and modern USB MIDI devices. With KNOT, you can eliminate the need for a computer and control your instruments seamlessly using Grid or any other USB controller.
MIDI in and out with switch
KNOT is equipped with two 3.5mm TRS jack sockets for sending and receiving MIDI data. These sockets can be switched between A and B wiring, ensuring compatibility with different manufacturer designs. The "A" standard is used by Korg, Make Noise, IK-Multimedia, Line 6, and others, while the "B" standard is used by Arturia (BeatStep Pro), Novation (Launchpad Pro), 1010music, Polyend, and others.
compact and durable design
Measuring just 60mm x 60mm x 10mm and weighing approximately 120 grams, KNOT is a palm-sized device that is perfect for musicians on the go. Its compact design ensures that it won't take up valuable space in your gear bag, while its durable construction makes it road-ready.
open hardware and easy firmware updates
You can easily upload new firmware versions onto KNOT with a dedicated mode button. To update the device, simply press the mode button while plugging it into a computer using the USB-C port. KNOT is an open hardware project, and all source files can be found in the midi-host GitHub repository."
"https://critterandguitari.com/5-moons
5 Moons is a multi-track recorder! Write songs in loops or straight through like a tape recorder. Connect an instrument, record 5 tracks, then bounce down to start a new song with the bounce on the first track. 5 Moons is simple and immediate. You'll be making song after song after song..."
"5 Moons is a multitrack recorder. On one hand, it's a tool to record your creativity. Build up layers of tracks and enjoy crafting that perfect song or field recording.
On the other hand, it helps you create new sounds! Looping and bounce down functions open up new dimensions for your sound and fun ways for your tracks to interact with each other!
The unassuming wood enclosure draws you in, but hidden inside are high fidelity electronics designed for rich recordings. Its sleek user interface offers crisp control and ample room for sonic experimentation.
Easy Interface, Rapid Results
Get straight into recording - let your creativity flow.
5 Moons' simple interface is perfect for effortlessly building up many tracks.
The immediacy of 5 Moons means you'll be quickly experimenting and exploring the new ideas flying around your studio - watch out!
One Shot or Loop?
Create evolving jazz loops and/or a 3-chord pop song.
5 Moons is happy to acommodate recording a song with a beginning and end or a looping vibe - it's all in how you decide to play back your tracks.
You'll probably do both!
Bounce with Me
Build up your song with more tracks.
At first glance, you might think 5 Moons 'only' has five tracks. But once you bounce down those five tracks to the first track of a new song, you'll have 4 more tracks to add to it!
Once those four new tracks have audio, bounce down again and you'll have another four new more tracks to play with! ...and on and on until your masterpiece is complete.
File Freedom
Disk Mode makes it easy to transfer files to your DAW.
The USB-C port is used for both power and data transfer. Connect to your computer and copy your recordings for posterity and/or additional editing.
You can also copy existing audio files onto 5 Moons. Use these files as the beginnings of new songs or use 5 Moons' interface as a way to reenvision and remix your prior tracks!"
"Deftaudio Two Channel CV Gate Attenuator for Eurorack Two channel gain and max voltage passive attenuator with three options available:
Basic version, two channel with 3.3V, 5V limits, precise adjustment and LED control Indicator version, two channel with 3.3V, 5V limits, precise adjustment with a vintage arrow indicator per channel Voltmeter version, two channel with 3.3V, 5V limits, precise adjustment with a single digital LED voltmeter Description:
This is simple and efficient board to adjust voltage level when interfacing between Eurorack gear and to the outside world. It's specifically important for Gate levels, which exceed typical voltage level of 3.3V or 5V and go all the way up to 12V. While modular gear typically designed to handle those voltages, other instruments such as sync or arp inputs on vintage synths may not have a protection at all.
This board designed in mind with three modes of operation which are not available in other products:
3.3V logic limit. This mode is protected by a Zener diode and meant for interfacing to 3.3 logic gear, such as microcontrollers, Arduino, Teensy, etc. 5V logic limit. This mode similarly has a Zener diode circuit for 5V logic of the majority synthesizers sync, arpeggiator and other various trigger inputs. Attenuation. In this mode multi-turn potentiometer sets the attenuation ratio. While two other modes set the max voltage limit, in this mode the output voltage is linearly scaled down to the attenuation ratio set. Purchasing options:
PCB only: Only PCB board is included, other parts, such as connectors, diodes, resistors and LEDs are sourced by a buyer. DIY Kit: Comes with all parts including arrow indicators or digital voltmeter per selected option. Soldering is required. Assembled board: this option is NOT planned at the moment."
"Frederik from Bitwig Studio showed us some new features during the in version five starting with the browser. When adding content to the project, a flat list of all available instruments, plugins, and relevant presets are shown, which helps users immediately access the content. The audio effects browser is automatically displayed after adding an instrument, making it easy to find relevant audio effects.
Additional features are included in version 5 including Segments - an envelope geared modulator, and the package manager, which makes it easier for users to find new sound packages. Additionally, the software now includes MPE support
"We met up with Mario from Elektron, who showed us the new capabilities of Overbridge in Pro Tools. Overbridge is a plugin that allows you to control your Elektron device bi-directionally with hardware, gives individual outs, which opens up the Digi machines to more flexibility than afforded by their usual stereo out. What's really great about it is that you don't have to sacrifice your interface that you already have built into your system. When you open up the plug-in at first, it'll just be the main out, but you have the ability within the devices to change the routing.
Overbridge has total recall, so if you just plug in your device, and you have a wrong project loaded, once you open up the DAW project, it'll just load everything onto your device. With overbridge, you can process everything separately with plugins, or outboard. It can pull out all of it and aggregate all of the devices and access the individual outputs of each one. Overbridge is now available in public beta with AAX and VST.
"Deaton’s Sequential Modulator is a versatile modular audio effects unit and synthesizer I created custom for Deaton Chris Anthony. It allows you to freely route audio through its different effects and manipulate parameters of these effects through an 8 step control voltage sequencer and two low frequency oscillators. It was created with the intention of leading you away from the sounds you have programmed yourself into normally making. Though, you are not confined to the experimental. Deaton’s Sequential Modulator can work as a more than capable modular effects board. It can also be a modular synth voice, a drone synth, eurorack cv sequencer, a mixer, heavy distortion unit, twinkly delay, infinitely repeating echo, tremolo, bitcrusher, chorus/vibrato, resonant filter and a lot more. Any sounds your heart desires are right here."
