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	=== *Instrument Automation ===		=== *Instrument Automation ===

	Instead of working through MIDI, the Instrument Automation device sends parameter changes to ~~the~~ [[Plugin]] ~~component of an~~ [[Instruments\|Instrument]] ~~directly. The~~ device automatically ~~populates itself~~ with the ~~selected~~ Plugin's changeable parameters. Since every Plugin is different, the number and function of ~~those~~ parameters can vary wildly. You may find it useful to watch our [https://youtu.be/~~JGXhbsRtHvg~~ short video.]		Instead of working through MIDI, the Instrument Automation device sends parameter changes directly to a [[Plugin]] instrument. Selecting the target [[Instruments\|Instrument]] with the top option will cause the device to be automatically populated with the Plugin's changeable parameters. Since every Plugin is different, the number and function of parameters available to you can vary wildly. You may find it useful to watch our [https://youtu.be/mWwX5dBeCA8 short video.]

	[[image:3.5_fx-meta-instrautomation.png]]		[[image:3.5_fx-meta-instrautomation.png]]

	* '''Instrument:''' The targeted ~~instrument~~, chosen from those available in the [[Instrument Selector]]. If the instrument has no Plugin component the parameters below will be blank.		* '''Instrument:''' The targeted [[Instruments\|Instrument]], chosen from those available in the [[Instrument Selector]]. If the instrument has no Plugin component the parameters below will be blank.
	* '''Parameters:''' Shows the selected parameter. Left-clicking will open a drop down menu listing of all the Plugin's available parameters. A parameter can also be selected by enabling the ~~target~~ button [[Image:3.5_fx-meta-instrautomation-target.png\|text-bottom]] and clicking directly onto the Plugin's GUI (if supported by the Plugin).		* '''Parameters:''' Shows the selected parameter. Left-clicking will open a drop-down menu listing of all the Plugin's available parameters. A parameter can also be selected by enabling the Target button [[Image:3.5_fx-meta-instrautomation-target.png\|text-bottom]] and clicking directly onto the Plugin's GUI ''(if supported by the Plugin)''.
	* '''Show/Hide Parameters:''' The small arrow buttons [[Image:3.5_fx-button-right.png\|text-bottom]] in the bottom-right corner allow you to expand/shrink the device to show/hide parameters.		* '''Show/Hide Parameters:''' The small arrow buttons [[Image:3.5_fx-button-right.png\|text-bottom]] in the bottom-right corner allow you to expand/shrink the device to show/hide parameters - up to 35, which is the maximum that can be addressed via [[Effect Commands]].

	=== *Instrument Macros ===		=== *Instrument Macros ===

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	=== *Instrument Macros ===		=== *Instrument Macros ===

	This device provides a copy of the linked instrument's [[Sampler#Macros\|macro]] controls for altering the assigned [[Modulation]] or [[Effects]] parameters of a linked instrument. The instrument's [[Phrase Editor\|Phrase]] can also be changed with the menu at the top right. You may find it useful to watch our [https://youtu.be/7bXxROQAPhE video on this subject.]		This device provides a copy of the linked instrument's [[Sampler#Macros\|macro]] controls for altering the assigned [[Modulation]] or [[Effects]] parameters of a linked instrument. The instrument's [[Phrase Editor\|Phrase]] can also be changed with the menu at the top-right. You may find it useful to watch our [https://youtu.be/7bXxROQAPhE video on this subject.]

	[[Image:3.5_fx-meta-instrmacros.png]]		[[Image:3.5_fx-meta-instrmacros.png]]
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	* '''Envelope Size:''' Alters the length of the envelope by changing the amount of grid lines.		* '''Envelope Size:''' Alters the length of the envelope by changing the amount of grid lines.
	* '''One Shot:''' When enabled, the envelope will run only once until a ''"Reset"'' command is given.		* '''One Shot:''' When enabled, the envelope will run only once until a ''"Reset"'' command is given.
	* '''Ext. Editor:''' This will open the envelope waveform graphic in the large central section of the interface, allowing for finer control over details. This provides additional tools and the "Detach" button in the lower right hand corner. When clicked, this will open the envelope in a completely separate window, which can be moved around and resized. Clicking "Attach" will reattach the window to the main interface. Clicking either the top right "X" or "Ext. Editor" button will remove the larger editor.		* '''Ext. Editor:''' This will open the envelope waveform graphic in the large central section of the interface, allowing for finer control over details. This provides additional tools and the "Detach" button in the lower right hand corner. When clicked, this will open the envelope in a completely separate window, which can be moved around and resized. Clicking "Attach" will reattach the window to the main interface. Clicking either the top-right "X" or "Ext. Editor" button will remove the larger editor.
	* '''Presets:''' Right-clicking a button will store the current envelope as a preset. Left clicking will recall a previously stored envelope.		* '''Presets:''' Right-clicking a button will store the current envelope as a preset. Left clicking will recall a previously stored envelope.

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	The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note values instead of velocity. The input value is displayed by the left meter, while the output sent to the Destination - after potentially being changed by the options - is displayed by the right meter.		The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note values instead of velocity. The input value is displayed by the left meter, while the output sent to the Destination - after potentially being changed by the options - is displayed by the right meter.

	As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.		When a track/phrase has multiple simultaneous key values, the right-most value is used. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.

	We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Key_Tracking\|Modulation]].		We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Key_Tracking\|Modulation]].
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	The Velocity Tracker adds another dimension of control by responding to the velocity values of notes. For example, when modulating a Filter's cutoff value with a Velocity Tracker, the sound of an instrument can then be drastically altered by pressing the keys harder or softer.		The Velocity Tracker adds another dimension of control by responding to the velocity values of notes. For example, when modulating a Filter's cutoff value with a Velocity Tracker, the sound of an instrument can then be drastically altered by pressing the keys harder or softer.

	As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.		When a track/phrase has multiple simultaneous velocity values, the right-most value is used. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.

	We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Velocity_Tracking\|Modulation]].		We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Velocity_Tracking\|Modulation]].

Achenar at 21:01, 25 September 2025

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	* '''Ext. Editor:''' Brings up a new window that can moved and resized. Its contents depend on the option selected at the bottom-right of window:		* '''Ext. Editor:''' Brings up a new window that can moved and resized. Its contents depend on the option selected at the bottom-right of window:
	** '''Edit:''' A much larger version of the Code Box and Formula, making it much easier to write longer and more complex code. The text size can be in/decreased with ''"Ctrl/Cmd + I/U"''.		** '''Edit:''' A much larger version of the Code Box and Formula, making it much easier to write longer and more complex code. By default, the options of 'Hover Hints' and 'Autocomplete' are enabled: use the right-click menu to disable them. The text size can be in/decreased with ''"Ctrl/Cmd + I/U"''.
	** '''Help:''' Shows the available mathematical functions and variables. The variables and constants must be written in capital letters, while the math functions must be lower-case.		** '''Help:''' Shows the available mathematical functions and variables. The variables and constants must be written in capital letters, while the math functions must be lower-case.

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	* '''Ext. Editor:''' Brings up a new window that can moved and resized. Its contents depend on the option selected at the bottom-right of window:		* '''Ext. Editor:''' Brings up a new window that can moved and resized. Its contents depend on the option selected at the bottom-right of window:
	** '''Edit:''' A much larger version of the Code Box and Formula, making it much easier to write longer and more complex code.		** '''Edit:''' A much larger version of the Code Box and Formula, making it much easier to write longer and more complex code. The text size can be in/decreased with ''"Ctrl/Cmd + I/U"''.
	** '''Help:''' Shows the available mathematical functions and variables. The variables and constants must be written in capital letters, while the math functions must be lower-case.		** '''Help:''' Shows the available mathematical functions and variables. The variables and constants must be written in capital letters, while the math functions must be lower-case.

Achenar at 13:12, 10 July 2025

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	* '''Instrument:''' The targeted instrument, chosen from those available in the [[Instrument Selector]]. If the instrument has no Plugin component the parameters below will be blank.		* '''Instrument:''' The targeted instrument, chosen from those available in the [[Instrument Selector]]. If the instrument has no Plugin component the parameters below will be blank.
	* '''Parameters:''' Shows the selected parameter. Left-clicking will open a drop down menu listing of all the Plugin's available parameters. A parameter can also be selected by enabling the target button [[Image:3.5_fx-meta-instrautomation-target.png\|text-bottom]] and clicking directly onto the Plugin's GUI.		* '''Parameters:''' Shows the selected parameter. Left-clicking will open a drop down menu listing of all the Plugin's available parameters. A parameter can also be selected by enabling the target button [[Image:3.5_fx-meta-instrautomation-target.png\|text-bottom]] and clicking directly onto the Plugin's GUI (if supported by the Plugin).
	* '''Show/Hide Parameters:''' The small arrow buttons [[Image:3.5_fx-button-right.png\|text-bottom]] in the bottom-right corner allow you to expand/shrink the device to show/hide parameters.		* '''Show/Hide Parameters:''' The small arrow buttons [[Image:3.5_fx-button-right.png\|text-bottom]] in the bottom-right corner allow you to expand/shrink the device to show/hide parameters.

Achenar at 23:06, 9 July 2025

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	=== *Key Tracker ===		=== *Key Tracker ===

	The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note values instead of velocity. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.		The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note values instead of velocity. The input value is displayed by the left meter, while the output sent to the Destination - after potentially being changed by the options - is displayed by the right meter.

			As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.

	We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Key_Tracking\|Modulation]].		We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Key_Tracking\|Modulation]].
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	'''Range Modes'''		'''Range Modes'''

	In addition to applying a scaling mode to the Key Tracker's range, you can also set up how the range will handle notes:		In addition to applying a scaling mode to the Key Tracker's range, you can also set up how the range will handle notes.

	* '''Clamp:''' Each note within the range will trigger a different value, while notes outside of the range trigger the Min or Max output value.		* '''Clamp:''' Each note within the range will trigger a different value, while notes outside of the range trigger the Min or Max output value.

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	=== *Key Tracker ===		=== *Key Tracker ===

	The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note ~~value~~ instead of velocity. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the same track as the Tracker device. When in a Sampler FX Chain values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.		The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note values instead of velocity. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.

			We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Key_Tracking\|Modulation]].

	[[Image:3.5_fx-meta-keytracker.png]]		[[Image:3.5_fx-meta-keytracker.png]]
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	In addition to applying a scaling mode to the Key Tracker's range, you can also set up how the range will handle notes:		In addition to applying a scaling mode to the Key Tracker's range, you can also set up how the range will handle notes:

	* '''Clamp:''' Each note within the range will trigger ~~an event~~, while notes outside of the range ~~will be clamped to~~ the ~~specified limits~~.		* '''Clamp:''' Each note within the range will trigger a different value, while notes outside of the range trigger the Min or Max output value.
	* '''Soft:''' Notes outside of the range are completely ignored and ~~will not trigger anything~~.		* '''Soft:''' Notes outside of the range are completely ignored and no change is made to the output.
	* '''Octave:''' ~~Notes played on~~ different octaves ~~will be handled~~ equally, ~~e.g.~~ a C-5 ~~will have~~ the same ~~effect~~ as a C-4 or C-3.		* '''Octave:''' Disables the user-selected range, sets the Min note to C, the Max note to B and uses notes from different octaves equally. For example, a C-5 has the same input value as a C-4 or C-3.

	=== *LFO ===		=== *LFO ===

	The Low Frequency Oscillator generates a signal that cycles through a relatively slow pattern. The signal is constructed by applying the various parameters to a repeating waveform, which can be chosen from four simple shapes or one customised by the user.		The Low Frequency Oscillator generates a signal that cycles through a relatively slow pattern. The signal is constructed by applying the various parameters to a repeating waveform, which can be chosen from four simple shapes or one customised by the user. We have [https://youtu.be/pZcGQp9kDQ8 a video available] covering both this LFO and the [[Sampler_Modulation#LFO\|Modulation LFO]].

	LFO device using a preset waveform:		LFO device using a preset waveform:
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	=== *Velocity Tracker ===		=== *Velocity Tracker ===

	The Velocity Tracker adds another dimension of control by responding to the velocity values of notes. For example, when modulating a Filter's cutoff value with a Velocity ~~device~~, the sound of an instrument can then be drastically altered by pressing the keys harder or softer. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the same track as the Tracker device. When in a Sampler FX Chain values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.		The Velocity Tracker adds another dimension of control by responding to the velocity values of notes. For example, when modulating a Filter's cutoff value with a Velocity Tracker, the sound of an instrument can then be drastically altered by pressing the keys harder or softer.

			As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.

			We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Velocity_Tracking\|Modulation]].

	[[Image:3.5_fx-meta-velocitytracker.png]]		[[Image:3.5_fx-meta-velocitytracker.png]]
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	* '''Dest. Min/Max:''' The min/maximum value to be used from the destination parameter's range.		* '''Dest. Min/Max:''' The min/maximum value to be used from the destination parameter's range.
	* '''Scaling:''' How the input value will be mapped across the chosen input Range. By default, the input is mapped linearly, but you can also select from two exponential and two logarithmic scales.		* '''Scaling:''' How the input value will be mapped across the chosen input Range. By default, the input is mapped linearly, but you can also select from two exponential and two logarithmic scales.
	* '''Range:''' Minimum and maximum velocity range that will be used for input.		* '''Range:''' Minimum and maximum velocity range that will be used for input. Velocities above or below this range still trigger the Min or Max value, as shown on the output meter (right), while the input meter (left) displays the velocity that's being received.

	=== *XY Pad ===		=== *XY Pad ===

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	=== *XY Pad ===		=== *XY Pad ===

	The XY Pad allows simple movements and more complex gestures to change two parameters at once. Unlike the other Meta devices, the focus here is on capturing live performance by the user. You may find it useful to watch [https://youtu.be/GkGxDJ0hbTw our video about this device.]		The XY Pad provides a graphical pad that allows the user to perform simple movements and more complex gestures to change two parameters at once. Unlike the other Meta devices, the focus here is on capturing a live performance by the user. You may find it useful to watch [https://youtu.be/GkGxDJ0hbTw our video about this device.]

	[[Image:3.0_meta-xypad.png]]		[[Image:3.0_meta-xypad.png]]

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	The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note values instead of velocity. The input value is displayed by the left meter, while the output sent to the Destination - after potentially being changed by the options - is displayed by the right meter.		The Key Tracker device works in much the same way as the [[#*Velocity Tracker\|Velocity Tracker]], except it adjusts a parameter according to note values instead of velocity. The input value is displayed by the left meter, while the output sent to the Destination - after potentially being changed by the options - is displayed by the right meter.

	As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.		When a track/phrase has multiple simultaneous key values, the right-most value is used. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.

	We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Key_Tracking\|Modulation]].		We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Key_Tracking\|Modulation]].
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	The Velocity Tracker adds another dimension of control by responding to the velocity values of notes. For example, when modulating a Filter's cutoff value with a Velocity Tracker, the sound of an instrument can then be drastically altered by pressing the keys harder or softer.		The Velocity Tracker adds another dimension of control by responding to the velocity values of notes. For example, when modulating a Filter's cutoff value with a Velocity Tracker, the sound of an instrument can then be drastically altered by pressing the keys harder or softer.

	As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.		When a track/phrase has multiple simultaneous velocity values, the right-most value is used. As a track effect, input values are only accepted from an instrument that is playing in the [[Pattern_Editor#Track_Types\|same track]] as the Tracker device. When in a [[Effects\|Sampler FX Chain]] values will be accepted from any track. Also note that a sample does not have to be specifically routed through FX Chains in order to trigger any Tracker devices within them.

	We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Velocity_Tracking\|Modulation]].		We have [https://youtu.be/JkADioMfgps a video available] covering the Key and Velocity Tracker devices in both Effects and [[Sampler_Modulation#Velocity_Tracking\|Modulation]].