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Algorithmic Composition in Bitwig?
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- KVRist
- Topic Starter
- 45 posts since 3 Sep, 2015
Hello,
I am considering the purchase of Bitwig. My initial objective is to play with computer generated composition and utilize a modern DAW. I did search on this before posting but I am still not clear if Bitwig has the facility to do algorithmic composition.
For example, I input a key and time signature and have it generate a pattern\loop that can be further explored using Bitwigs DAW capabilities.
Can this be done with Bitwig? If so what is it called in the context of this product?
Thanks,
Tiberious
I am considering the purchase of Bitwig. My initial objective is to play with computer generated composition and utilize a modern DAW. I did search on this before posting but I am still not clear if Bitwig has the facility to do algorithmic composition.
For example, I input a key and time signature and have it generate a pattern\loop that can be further explored using Bitwigs DAW capabilities.
Can this be done with Bitwig? If so what is it called in the context of this product?
Thanks,
Tiberious
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- KVRian
- 818 posts since 18 Oct, 2014
There are a few building blocks you can hook up to achieve this to a certain extent. You need to get creative though.
Vsts with midi out work too.
Vsts with midi out work too.
- KVRist
- 384 posts since 7 Nov, 2013
If you're willing to use external VSTs as well, check out Notomizor: http://sys.efope.de/
It lets you set a highest and lowest note plus a probability - so you could write a sequence and then let Notomizor know which amount of these notes you want to be randomized. Put Bitwig's Diatonic Transposer in its FX slot and you pretty much got what you want.
If you want a complety random sequence from scratch, just play on long note and put an arpeggiator in front of the Notomizor/Diatonic Transposer device. Maybe even an LFO MOD with S+H envelope to randomize the arpeggiator's velocity...
It lets you set a highest and lowest note plus a probability - so you could write a sequence and then let Notomizor know which amount of these notes you want to be randomized. Put Bitwig's Diatonic Transposer in its FX slot and you pretty much got what you want.
If you want a complety random sequence from scratch, just play on long note and put an arpeggiator in front of the Notomizor/Diatonic Transposer device. Maybe even an LFO MOD with S+H envelope to randomize the arpeggiator's velocity...
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- KVRist
- Topic Starter
- 45 posts since 3 Sep, 2015
Thanks for the posts!
In the good ole days of algo comp I could initiate patterns using parameters like: time sig, scale\key (dorian for example), octaves, consonant notes seed, dissonant note seed\, max notes, note types (who/half/quarter) etc. Just keep hitting re-gen until got one I liked. Also tweek it to parameters to better gen what I was looking for.
I was hoping such an option would be built into Bitwig. Sure seems powerful once you have a pattern\loop established.
In the good ole days of algo comp I could initiate patterns using parameters like: time sig, scale\key (dorian for example), octaves, consonant notes seed, dissonant note seed\, max notes, note types (who/half/quarter) etc. Just keep hitting re-gen until got one I liked. Also tweek it to parameters to better gen what I was looking for.
I was hoping such an option would be built into Bitwig. Sure seems powerful once you have a pattern\loop established.
- KVRist
- 433 posts since 28 Apr, 2003 from Sweden
That sounds as you should take a closer look at Numerology!Tiberious wrote: In the good ole days of algo comp I could initiate patterns using parameters like: time sig, scale\key (dorian for example), octaves, consonant notes seed, dissonant note seed\, max notes, note types (who/half/quarter) etc. Just keep hitting re-gen until got one I liked. Also tweek it to parameters to better gen what I was looking for.
I was hoping such an option would be built into Bitwig. Sure seems powerful once you have a pattern\loop established.
http://five12.com/
Numerology includes a VST plugin that can be run inside Bitwig.
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Per Boysen
http://www.perboysen.com
Dell i7Q 3,4 MHz 32 GB RAM. Acer ZenBook Flip. Ableton Push#1, Fractal Audio AxeFx2. EWI, Cello, Chapman Stick, Guitars, Alto Flute, Tenor Sax.
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- KVRist
- Topic Starter
- 45 posts since 3 Sep, 2015
Wow great suggestions all! Thanks!
How about an arpeggiator? Does Bitwig come with one otherwise could you recommend one?
BTW, I just order Bitwig! cant wait!
How about an arpeggiator? Does Bitwig come with one otherwise could you recommend one?
BTW, I just order Bitwig! cant wait!
- KVRist
- 413 posts since 16 Mar, 2013 from BLN
There was a nice preset using a randomized Arp today:
https://twitter.com/SLDWLF/status/639742316568313856
https://twitter.com/SLDWLF/status/639742316568313856
- KVRian
- 797 posts since 2 Nov, 2014
Yes, it does. It is very nice and if this doesn't suit your needs i'd check out Cthulhu by Xfer. ($39.00 USD) This one is my favorite.Tiberious wrote:Wow great suggestions all! Thanks!
How about an arpeggiator? Does Bitwig come with one otherwise could you recommend one?
BTW, I just order Bitwig! cant wait!
This one is pretty cool too > Hypercyclic (Free)