Harmony Bloom by Mario Nieto (MIDI plugin)

[Dazd_N_Confuzd]

Hi Mario,

Back in July there was mention of a future update allowing presets to be stored in a custom location. Is there any update on this?

Thanks!

Hey, this is definitely on my to-do list. Once I release Chord Generator, I want to start working on a new update for HB, and one of my main tasks will be improving the preset system and management. Several users have asked me for the option to choose the location, so I’ll do my best to include this feature in the next update.

Great to hear, thanks!

[topaz]

Wow just purchased and had a quick half-hour.

What a great plugin, thanks so much for making this, everything from beauty to action to chaos.

Respect

[topaz]

When is Rhythm Bloom coming ?

hey! thanks for sharing @bmanic

If you have any questions or suggestions about Harmony Bloom, I will be happy to answer them.

Mario

[Tj Shredder]

When is Rhythm Bloom coming ?

Simply drive a drumkit with Harmony Bloom and you got it…

[Choikdoi]

When is Rhythm Bloom coming ?

Hopefully he's not doing a Spectrasonics on us and forgetting about the rhythm.

[topaz]

Of course I tried that but even with scale mapping the results are not consistent.

Hi hats closed, pedal, open being the obvious.

Maybe multiple instances could work but messy.

When is Rhythm Bloom coming ?

Simply drive a drumkit with Harmony Bloom and you got it…

[concealed identity]

I really like this plugin, but I'm a little confused about how to use it properly.

I'm using Cubase 12, and I load Harmony Bloom as an instrument, have a synth receive MIDI from Harmony Bloom, and have the option in HB to trigger from MIDI events selected.

What I'm trying to do is have it trigger notes on an instrument when a MIDI note in the piano roll is active. With Harmony Bloom selected, I can play a note on my keyboard, or even just click on a key or note in the piano roll, and everything triggers and plays properly.

But if I actually write in MIDI notes into the piano roll on Harmony Bloom's track and I hit Play, the MIDI data doesn't seem to be sent to the instrument- I get no sound. I don't see how this is different than playing the piano roll with a mouse, I assume both just produce and send MIDI data.

Is there a setting for this? Or am I doing something wrong here?

One more thing is that if I use the DAW start/stop option in HB, it's out of sync with Cubase stopping/starting - surely related to delay compensation, but I'm not really sure what the solution is...the Constrain Delay Compensation button doesn't help.

edit: regarding the first problem, I'm thinking it must be a bug, either in Cubase or HB. I removed HB from the project, loaded a new instance, set everything the same, and now it seems to be working how I would expect (the Instrument track sends MIDI data to HB, which then sends MIDI data to the synth).

[MarioNietoWorld]

I really like this plugin, but I'm a little confused about how to use it properly.

I'm using Cubase 12, and I load Harmony Bloom as an instrument, have a synth receive MIDI from Harmony Bloom, and have the option in HB to trigger from MIDI events selected.

What I'm trying to do is have it trigger notes on an instrument when a MIDI note in the piano roll is active. With Harmony Bloom selected, I can play a note on my keyboard, or even just click on a key or note in the piano roll, and everything triggers and plays properly.

But if I actually write in MIDI notes into the piano roll on Harmony Bloom's track and I hit Play, the MIDI data doesn't seem to be sent to the instrument- I get no sound. I don't see how this is different than playing the piano roll with a mouse, I assume both just produce and send MIDI data.

Is there a setting for this? Or am I doing something wrong here?

One more thing is that if I use the DAW start/stop option in HB, it's out of sync with Cubase stopping/starting - surely related to delay compensation, but I'm not really sure what the solution is...the Constrain Delay Compensation button doesn't help.

edit: regarding the first problem, I'm thinking it must be a bug, either in Cubase or HB. I removed HB from the project, loaded a new instance, set everything the same, and now it seems to be working how I would expect (the Instrument track sends MIDI data to HB, which then sends MIDI data to the synth).

To "match" the tempo with Harmony Bloom, it will depend on the parameters you're using in HB.

I've attached a preset so you can check out a configuration that should work in sync. It's important to send a note to HB so it's triggered on the first beat of a measure. That way, the notes should align with your grid.

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/plymdtx4 ... rdrfm&dl=0

[MarioNietoWorld]

Hey guys! A new version is out (we’ve actually jumped two version numbers because 1.3.2 had a quick-fix issue). All the details are below. Also, I’ll be doing a 12-hour livestream tomorrow (January 16, 2025) where I’ll be creating music nonstop—let’s see how that goes!

Check out the link for the “Stream 100th - 12-Hour Live Music” special, followed by the changelog and instructions on updating Harmony Bloom to the latest version.


HARMONY BLOOM CHANGELOG:

Harmony Bloom v1.3.3 (Desktop)
Fixed: Exposed parameters now display correctly in the DAW.

Harmony Bloom v1.3.2 (Desktop)

New Features:
- MIDI Learn Enhancements: Added the ability to assign controls for Random Color action and the activation/deactivation of Spectator Mode via MIDI Learn (CC).
- Custom Preset Folder: Save your presets in a folder of your choice, automatically scanned by Harmony Bloom.

Improvements:
- Preset Manager Overhaul:
Filter presets by artist.
Descriptions added for each preset.

Faster and smarter preset search.
- Windows UI Optimization: Enjoy a smoother interface with improved rendering performance.

Bug Fixes:
- Resolved an issue where the app wouldn’t open on some Windows systems.
- Fixed: Parameters now save correctly with the “Keep On Preset Switch” option.
- Fixed: Patterns load properly when switching presets.
- Stability improvements to prevent occasional crashes.

How to Update
From version 1.2.7, Harmony Bloom auto-detects updates and offers a direct download option.

Alternatively:
Log in to your account (www.marionietoworld.com), download, and install the new version.
No account? Create one with your purchase email, then email mario@marionietoworld.com with your Harmony Bloom serial number to link your purchase.

Best Regards,
Mario

[concealed identity]

I really like this plugin, but I'm a little confused about how to use it properly.

I'm using Cubase 12, and I load Harmony Bloom as an instrument, have a synth receive MIDI from Harmony Bloom, and have the option in HB to trigger from MIDI events selected.

What I'm trying to do is have it trigger notes on an instrument when a MIDI note in the piano roll is active. With Harmony Bloom selected, I can play a note on my keyboard, or even just click on a key or note in the piano roll, and everything triggers and plays properly.

But if I actually write in MIDI notes into the piano roll on Harmony Bloom's track and I hit Play, the MIDI data doesn't seem to be sent to the instrument- I get no sound. I don't see how this is different than playing the piano roll with a mouse, I assume both just produce and send MIDI data.

Is there a setting for this? Or am I doing something wrong here?

One more thing is that if I use the DAW start/stop option in HB, it's out of sync with Cubase stopping/starting - surely related to delay compensation, but I'm not really sure what the solution is...the Constrain Delay Compensation button doesn't help.

edit: regarding the first problem, I'm thinking it must be a bug, either in Cubase or HB. I removed HB from the project, loaded a new instance, set everything the same, and now it seems to be working how I would expect (the Instrument track sends MIDI data to HB, which then sends MIDI data to the synth).

To "match" the tempo with Harmony Bloom, it will depend on the parameters you're using in HB.

I've attached a preset so you can check out a configuration that should work in sync. It's important to send a note to HB so it's triggered on the first beat of a measure. That way, the notes should align with your grid.

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/plymdtx4 ... rdrfm&dl=0

Thank you! I'm currently traveling but once I'm back home I'll give this a look and see if I can figure out what's up.

[IvyBirds]

Best Regards,
Mario

Thanks Mario for all the love you are pouring into this, it's simply awesome

[OldMe]

@MarioNieto
Hi,
First accept my congratulation for you creativity with HarmonyBloom, you have create an amazing and unique way to travel through music to "going far far away" a very large Thank you for this.

PS: do you know the "game" Space Engine? (in fact,it is not a game at all,but more a way to "fly/travel" in 3D through space) and Harmony Bloom is exactly the perfect tool to create music for traveling through the stars and planets with Space engine.
Kind Regards
Thank you again for your creation
Hervé

[Uncle E]

[MarioNietoWorld]

Hi guys!

New preset Pack for Harmoy Bloom for Free.


Whispers of Stories - Harmony Bloom Preset Pack DOWNLOAD:
https://marionietoworld.com/index.php...

Every preset tells a story—whispers from distant realms, waiting to be heard. We’re excited to introduce Whispers of Stories, a captivating new preset expansion for Harmony Bloom, created by Frio Ventus.

This collection features 45 unique presets, each designed to showcase Harmony Bloom's powerful new Pattern(States) feature. Explore diverse melodic variations, intricate rhythms, and evolving chord progressions—each preset a doorway to a different world, inviting you to craft your own sonic narratives. Let the whispers guide you.

We hope you enjoy the journey.

[OldMe]

Thank you