Playbeat 3 vs ZOA — Living MIDI Sequencer Usage & Stats

*** "There’s simply no other plugin out there with this exact functionality - Playbeat is the most powerful tool for rhythmic pattern creation and opened up a world of new possibilities for producers, composers and musicians" *** - Musicradar, Nov. 2021 - Playbeat is a creative groove randomizer plugin that generates beats and patterns for you. Unlike an ordinary step sequencer, Playbeat creates patterns using algorithmic and random procedures for generating grooves by combining Steps, Pitch, Density, Flam, Volume, Pan and more. Create infinite variations of the grooves while maintaining a sense of creativity, inspiration, and momentum. No two patterns will ever be the same. SMART BY DESIGN Unlike other groove creators that are limited to one specific algorithm, Playbeat innovates by using advanced sonic analysis algorithms to create or remix completely original grooves that never repeat and always sound great! With the ability to generate and suggest different combinations for your beats on the fly, you'll always have something fresh and new, from simple pattern remixes to more complex drum beats. The more you play, the more combinations you get. POWERFUL SEQUENCERS With up to eight totally independent sequencers which can combine Real-Time Pitch Shifting, our signature Density feature, Flam strokes, Volume, Pan and more, Playbeat can create or remix infinite combinations of patterns in the most creative way. Load up any audio file, edit or randomize the values and samples instantly. Let Playbeat take over and let it perform for you using our signature Infinity mode. There is no limitations on what comes out! REMIX, PERFORM & EDIT With Playbeat's totally new algorithm introduced to version 3.0, you now have the option to create unlimited remixes of patterns based on your current pattern to fit your entire song. Edit your samples on the spot, and generate a new, fresh set of Remix patterns again and again.. and again. PRESET & SAMPLE MANAGEMENT The new Sample management and Preset management system allows you to add any folder from your computer, browse any sample and quickly drag and drop any sample to the Sequencers & Sample Slots to create your Kits. Each Preset can be Previewed, categorized by Genre, or even swap Samples & Groove Patterns from different presets. CREATE EXPORT/IMPORT YOUR OWN PACKS You now have the option to create your own personalized packs, all with your own Artwork, Name, Description and tagging, which you can export and share with another device or with another user. FEATURES • AUv3, IAA & Standalone • Generate or Remix Infinite Variation of Patterns • 8 X Individual Sequencers • Randomization based on Steps, Density, Pitch, Flam, Volume, Pan and more. • Advanced Sonic Analysis Algorithms • Pads section with multiple features • Mixer tab • Sample editor tab • Advanced Sample, Preset and Folders Manager • Tagging system • Create and share your own Playbeat packs, with your Author name, Artwork and Description • Multiple loading options • Signature Disintegration mode • Signature Infinity Mode • Export MIDI and Audio • Linear Group • Shift and Shuffle • Advanced MIDI Settings to 'Feed' any Plugin or Hardware • MIDI Controllable with MIDI Learn mode • Quick Load Preset Section • Quantization settings • Quick-Copy to Channel • Customizable Sequence Range • Assign Presets to Quick-Load Section • No Two Grooves will Ever be the Same • The only Plugin available of its Kind Playbeat comes as standalone, IAA and AUv3 Plugin so you can use it in your favorite hosts with multiple instances of it at once.

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ZOA — Living MIDI Sequencer

ZOA is a creative MIDI sequencer that is both immediate and immense. ZOA uses a custom, musical implementation of John Conway’s Game of Life to generate melody, harmony, and rhythm. Up to four voices move through an evolving landscape of living cells, playing notes as they go. Each voice can move in a unique way, with its own pace and rhythmic pattern. ZOA includes unique features, such as note values based on the golden ratio for maximum generative fun. Features: - Interact with the Game of Life by touching the grid to toggle cell states - Define your musical palette by configuring the grid settings - Create a complex dance between four independent voices - Free your hands to explore your synthesizers as ZOA plays them for you - Includes ten factory presets to give you a feel for what ZOA is capable of - Explore a focused, yet deep set of parameters - Grid Settings - Root note - Octave shift - Scale (see below for available scales) - Octave range - Game of Life Settings - Grid size (8x8 and 16x16) - Auto or manual generation advance - Rate of new generations (in beat time from 16 bars to 32nd T) - Auto or manual grid respawn - Voice Settings - Four voices with independent settings - Enable/disable - Rate of play (in beat time from 16 bars to 32nd T) - Includes unique note values based on the Golden Ratio for maximum generative fun! - Length of note (10% to 100%) - Variety of rules for moving through grid (see below for list) - Pitch offset - Unique pattern control for creating rhythms and polymeters, now with step options - Easily add holds, ties, accents (positive and negative!), ratchets, and trig conditions - MIDI velocity and channel - Flexible Connectivity - Use in a compatible audio unit host like AUM, or in standalone mode - Control multiple instruments at once with five MIDI outputs - One for all voices together, and one for each voice by itself - Set the key and octave shift on the fly with MIDI input - Sync to the tempo of other devices using Ableton Link or MIDI clock (standalone) - Send MIDI clock to external synths (standalone, experimental feature) - Connect to Bluetooth MIDI devices - Modulate ZOA's parameters in a compatible AUv3 host (audio unit) - Eight unique MIDI CC outputs derived from ZOA’s game of life simulation - Population density, fertility, mortality, stability, and per-voice random - Includes macOS app! IMPORTANT: ZOA can be used as a standalone app or as an AUv3 plugin. There are some important differences between the two. The standalone app features a simple, toggleable "Sidekick Synth" so you can quickly experiment with ZOA. Of course, you can also send MIDI from the standalone app. Meanwhile, the ZOA AUv3 plugin does NOT generate sound. Instead, you use it to send MIDI (note messages) to other apps, plugins, or hardware instruments that do the actual sound generation. AUv3 plugins must be used inside a compatible host. Available Scales - Major Pentatonic, Minor Pentatonic, Major, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Minor, Locrian, Blues, Whole Tone, Harmonic Minor, Melodic Minor, Chromatic, Diminished, Whole Half, Spanish, Super Locrian, Bhairav, Hungarian Minor, Minor Gypsy, Augmented, Prometheus, Pelog, Major Hexatonic, Minor Hexatonic, Hirojoshi, In Sen, Iwato, Kumoi Available Voice Rules - Up, Down, UpDown, DownUp, First, Last, Random, Walk, Rise, Fall View manual: https://www.audiosymmetric.com/manuals.html View tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Uka-nFom-pgTB-DftgDvA