MultiStream Rhythmic Modulations

MultiStream Rhythmic Modulations

A Max4Live patch that generates multiple parallel modulation curves that are rhythmically interlocked.

Max4Live Generative pitch-sequencer Real-Time Performance-oriented Midi2Midi Audio2Midi Markov-based
Status: Early Stages
Download Patch (.zip)

This patch requires the GrooveTransformer VST to be installed.

Once downloaded, unzip the file and move the entire folder to your Max X/Packages folder or add it to your Max search path.

Developed by Nicholas Evans and me.

Licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPLv3).

Overview

Demo

This patch generates multiple parallel modulation curves that are rhythmically interlocked.

The idea behind this patch started from the GrooveTransformer. GrooveTransformer generates drum patterns in MIDI format. These patterns can be used to trigger MIDI instruments.

In this patch, however, the generated MIDI events are used to create continuous modulation curves by simply fitting a curve to the MIDI events.

The generated curves can then be used to modulate any parameter in Ableton Live, hence allowing for rhythmic modulations of any parameter in real-time.

How does it work?

The patch receives generated drum events from the GrooveTransformer vst (via a built-in OSC connection).

Then the events are subdivided into 5 streams:

  • Stream 1: Kick pattern
  • Stream 2: Snare pattern
  • Stream 3: Hi-hat pattern
  • Stream 4: Toms pattern
  • Stream 5: Cymbals pattern

A curve is then fitted to each stream of events. The shape of the curve is controllable to allow for very transiet shapes, all the way to very smooth curves.

For each stream, 3 destinations can be set. However, if you need more, you can duplicate the max patch and set different destinations for each copy.

Current Status

The current max patch (shown below) is in early development. It is functional, but it is not yet fully polished. We are currently working on improving the user interface and adding more features.