HighLife Sampler 2.5

[george]

HighLife 2.5 delivers revolutionary workflow enhancements with advanced multi-threaded sample loading, comprehensive ZBP (Bliss Program) integration, and intelligent sample library management featuring SSD-optimized performance and automated project portability for professional sampling and sound design.



Performance & Loading Optimization

• Implemented ThreadPool system for parallel sample loading with SSD-optimized performance delivering dramatically faster library imports and enhanced workflow efficiency.
• Added intelligent sample size management with automatic 25MB threshold for reference mode switching ensuring optimal memory usage while preserving editing capabilities.
• Enhanced memory management with proper bounds checking, memory-safe allocation, and robust data preservation during all editing operations for professional reliability.
• Added automatic fallback system where single files use synchronous loading while multiple files utilize parallel processing for optimal performance across different scenarios.

ZBP Format Integration

• Added comprehensive ZBP (Bliss Program) import and export support with complete round-trip fidelity enabling seamless integration with Bliss sampler workflows.
• Implemented intelligent parameter mapping between Bliss and HighLife architectures preserving all musical parameters, synthesis settings, and sample content.
• Enhanced export engine generates high-quality 24-bit FLAC audio with embedded metadata, standards-compliant ZIP archives, and comprehensive XML serialization of program parameters.

Sample Library Management

• Introduced integrated Sample Library system with hierarchical folder navigation and intelligent caching located in Documents > discoDSP > HighLife > Samples for streamlined access to sample collections.
• Added smart workflow integration presenting Sample Library directly in main menu for empty programs, while programs with zones feature library access in both zone menus and Add New Zone submenus.
• Added "Open Sample Library Folder" option for easy sample management and organization within the integrated workflow.

Project Management & Workflow

• Added "Save Samples in State" option with automatic missing file detection and graceful fallback ensuring complete project portability across different systems and environments.
• Enhanced sample editor selection system with visible drag handles and zoom persistence for precise editing control and improved user experience.
• Improved reference mode switching robustness with proper data preservation during sample edits preventing data loss during mode transitions.
• Changed settings file from HighLife.settings to Settings.xml for better organization and cross-platform compatibility.

Audio Engine & Compatibility

• Fixed filter cutoff calibration and display mapping for 2x oversampling mode ensuring accurate parameter response and visual feedback.
• Enhanced SFZ parser with improved velocity layer parsing correctly resetting parser_lovel=0 and parser_hivel=127 for each new region.
• Enhanced ARM/NEON compatibility and performance on Apple Silicon and ARM-based systems.

This update is free for existing HighLife customers and available now in AU, VST2, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats for Windows (10+), macOS (10.14+), and Linux (Ubuntu 20+) with Universal Binary 2 and native Apple Silicon support. Visit our HighLife product page for download information and complete documentation.

[Funky40]

edit: he ist right, see next post.


comes from: pissed by Elektron


sorry

[tumface]

edit: removing this post to respect the person that subsequently fixed their post.

[Funky40]

bruh

you are right, see my edit above.

[JonSolo]

It says the update is "free for Highlife customers". What if you are a Highlife 1.x customer?

[george]

Version 2.5.4 has been released. Please find the change log below, detailing fixes and enhancements since Version 2.5.0:

HighLife 2.5.4

• Added subtle shadow effects to knobs for improved visual depth and tactile feedback.
• Reorganized Options popup menu with logical grouping and intuitive submenus for better usability.
• Made Global Parameter Edit setting persistent across sessions with automatic save/restore functionality.
• Implemented advanced SOLA (Synchronized Overlap-Add) time stretch algorithm, emulating classic AKAI S1000 samplers.
• Added comprehensive time stretch menu with ratios from 0.25x to 4.0x including classic jungle timing (1.33x).
• Added undo functionality for time stretch operations with complete state preservation.
• Reorganized time stretch menu by removing pitch shifting options and streamlining ratio controls.
• Added "Same as Realtime" option to Bounce Engine as the new default setting.
• Fixed reverb sample rate scaling issues with frequency compensation and smart buffer management.
• Fixed loop points not resetting properly during sample navigation between zones.
• Implemented intelligent audio file loading with format detection and graceful fallback handling.
• Improved export dialogs with better filename defaults and enhanced single-zone WAV handling.
• Fixed WAV loader to handle corrupt loop points where start position exceeds end position.
• Added native dialog compatibility check for EDIT/FX/AMP/FILTER menus when "Save Samples to State" is disabled.
• Made selection areas homogeneous across the sample editor for consistent user experience.
• Comprehensive sample editing improvements with enhanced stability and performance.
• Enhanced sample editor zoom behavior after operations for better workflow continuity.

HighLife 2.5.3

• Added pointer cursor on hover for all LED elements.
• Enhanced LED click areas and add global parameter edit feedback.
• Refactored sense parameter display to show clean percentage format.
• Modified pitch bend range knob to use 100 cent intervals.
• Fixed mod wheel and pitch bend MIDI/GUI integration.
• Fixed sample editor functions and waveform display issues.

HighLife 2.5.2

• Added rename program functionality and improve rename dialogs.
• Fixed root note pitch with proper oversampling compensation.
• Fixed program and zone text coords.
• Fixed tempo-sync timing issues for 2x oversampling.

HighLife 2.5.1

• Added comprehensive undo functionality to sample editor.
• Added "Add Cues from Peaks" submenu to the sample editor with configurable threshold detection.
• Enhanced reverb engine with dynamic sample rate scaling for improved quality across different sample rates.
• Improved play position indicator.
• Added waveform caching system for performance optimization.
• Improved waveform rendering for retina displays.
• Oversampling compensation system to fix tempo-sync timing issues.
• LFO and delay sync fixes preventing double-speed timing problems.
• Musical notation displays for both LFO and delay sync modes.
• Magnetic snap zones for delay knob when sync is enabled.

https://www.discodsp.com/highlife/

[BrokenTrance]

proper preset browsers with your vsti:s yet?

[george]

Highlife 2.5.4 hotfix resolves sample editor drag area alignment and cursor flickering.

Two critical improvements to the sample editor UI:

1. Fix end point drag area positioning:

• Previously the right handle drag area extended beyond the visual selection boundary
• Changed from using rightHandleWidth to a fixed 3-pixel area
• Positioned the drag area at the selection end and extending 3 pixels inward
• Now aligns perfectly with the visual selection boundary

2. Fix cursor flickering during drag operations:

• Added check for active drag state before cursor detection
• When dragging (user_pressed_left is set), immediately set drag cursor and skip detection
• Prevents cursor from flickering between beam/arrow and drag modes during operation
• Maintains consistent drag cursor throughout the entire drag operation

These changes provide a more intuitive and stable user experience when working with sample selections in the editor.

https://www.discodsp.com/highlife/