Nassen Software Development
| Product | RnT2 |
| Developer | Nassen Software Development |
| Price (MSRP) | € 50 |
| Type / Tags | Pattern-Based Composition ToolAlgorithmic Music SystemModular Synth StudioStep Sequencer |
| Instrument(s) | |
| Can Host Instruments | |
| Can Host Effects | |
| Utility | Stand-alone utility / application |
| Operating System |
Latest Version |
Download | Released |
| 1.0.2 |
Downloads |  |
| Copy Protection | None |
RnT2 is a pattern-based composition tool with linear sequencing and recording capabilities.
RnT2 is available as 32- and 64-bit standalone and as a 32- and 64-bit VST-plugin.
Features
Modular:
- Racks, synth-layering, 8 insert effects.
- Connections between pattern based tools.
- ASIO-IN rack, MIDI-IN 1-2, PC-keyboard.
- Optimized handling of MIDI-Plugins.
Monophonic note generator:
- Variable loop lengths for notes, velocities, durations.
- Slides.
- 16- and 32-step mode.
- Step-record, groove-record, tap-record (quantized/free).
- 16 patterns.
Polyphonic note generator:
- Chords.
- Strumming.
- Drum editing.
- Forward/Backwards.
- Variable step-lengths (polyrhythms).
- 16 chords progressions.
- Steps 1->32.
- Rotations.
Rack controller:
- Slides and gates, interpolated values.
- Forward/Backwards.
- Variable number of steps.
- Parameters, MIDI-CC, PB and AT.
- Steps 1->32.
- 16 patterns (steps/values/tempo).
Beziers and free draw:
- Variable, unlimited lengths.
- Parameters, MIDI-CC, PB and AT.
- Recordable, editable free draw.
- 2 types of beziers curves.
- 16 patterns (speed/scale/offset).
Tools:
- (Cumulative) note, time, velocity and duration transposers.
- Algorithmic approach to melody and rhythm generation.
- Swing and groove.
- Step skippers, retriggers and muters.
Wave:
- Mix down or drop wave files.
- ASIO-In loop-record.
- 16 patterns (slice and send levels (4 sends)).
- One shots.
Mixer:
- 32 channel mixer.
- 4 sends per channel.
- 8 inserts per channel.
- Sequencable mixer states.
- Song-structure through mixer states.
- MIDI-controllable volumes, pans and send levels.
Linear sequencers:
- (Loop)-record MIDI and GUI (parameter automation, mixer).
- Clips (loop, merge and split), ghost clips.
- Event sequencer (mutes, fades, resets, patterns,...).
- 4 independent sequencers.
- Key- and tempo changes.
Piano-roll:
- Lasso-select.
- Copy/paste, transpose.
- Quantize and undo.
Curve editor:
- Free draw.
- Line draw.
Integrated (context-sensitive) browser:
- Racks.
- MIDI-clips.
- Wave.
- Presets.
Reviewed By Chandran
August 9, 2015
Hi, .
I'm using step sequencers since 1991 hardware and software (I still use the doepfer MAQ16/3 and own many software ones) and I have to say RnT2 is outstanding.
As a mac user who joined windows I was looking for a modular step sequencer good as five12 Numerology and this one was the answer, I like it even more.
The GUI is clean and really readable, no cheesy colors and useless flashy blinking lights here, its easy on the eye and helps to keep your concentration focussed on music. You can work hours without excessive fatigue.
The Software comes in standalone and VST versions 32 an 64-bit, it's easy to instal and no intrusive copy protection.
The standalone host VST's and can be rewired, It's very stable and worked flawlessly with the plugins I own. The VST can work as a sub-host, can send MIDI and audio data to the DAW, you're free to choose sending MIDI data only, audio only or both.
With RnT2 it's possible to create very complex polyrhythms, melodic and harmonic progressions and keep everything under control. You can easily assign modulations and cc parameters to your plugins knobs, sequence and modulate what you want. You have under your fingers a sound design station functioning like the ones you will find in some expansive Kontakt5 scripted cinematic libraries.No limits to your creativity here, It's a real laboratory and if you like experimenting you wont be disappointed.
RnT2 its a Beast however musicians from every level can use it. It can be easy as most step sequencers or immensely complex.
To get an Idea of what it is don't hesitate to try the demo. the stand alone is fully functional, except you cant save.
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