Modulation Stepper

This is a Max For Live device that will turn continuous modulation input into stair-stepped output. It's similar to what a bitcrusher does to audio.

For example, you can map an LFO outputting a sine wave to this device's input, then configure the device to generate steps at a tempo-synced or free time interval, automating up to 8 other parameters.

Installation

Download the .amxd file from the latest release or clone this repository, and drag the AutomationStepper.amxd device into a track in Ableton Live.

Changelog

• 2024-10-29 v4 - Adds non-identifying, non-blocking telemetry on device load.
• 2024-08-17 v3 - Live 12 modulation support; Visual and CPU improvements.
• 2022-12-05 v2 - Rename to Modulation Stepper; Use integer version numbers.
• 2022-04-08 0.0.1 - Initial release.

Usage

Usually, you would map a MIDI controller or modulation source to Input. Then choose a step frequency (either in Hz or in note values). You can adjust the smoothing to create a portamento-like effect as the step moves from one value to another.

Use the "Map" button to map the stepped output to another parameter. Click the [=] button in the upper left to reveal additional modulation destination slots.

TODO

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Contributing

I'd love it if others extended this device. If you would like to contribute, simply fork this repo, make your changes, and open a pull request and I'll have a look.

More

I have many other free and open-source devices available. Visit https://steinkamp.us/music-tools/ to see them all.