Presenting More Simpler Pro - Instrument and Buffer Manager 2.0, conceived and developed by Metamagicum. This ingenious instrument is an upgraded version of the original "More Simpler" Max4Live device, offering a fresh take on Live's Simpler instrument. Equipped with pinnacle features like the possibility to synchronize the audio file's tempo with your Live Set, it deals with an exciting variety of sampling capabilities and sample management controls. And that’s just the beginning, to say the least.
Gravitating towards the heart of this device, you will find that it can actually communicate with its paired Buffer Manager. This seamlessly integrated function allows you to replace samples or entire sample folders swiftly while delivering an enthralling live performance. You can trigger this control via MIDI or key, making the transformation nearly untraceable to listeners. In a sense, this swift swapping feature establishes More Simpler Pro as an irreplaceable performance tool, filling a gap that arguably, should have been incorporated into Ableton's native Sampler and Drum Rack.
Moving on to the core features, the device offers a polyphonic sampler with time-stretching capabilities. This adds a much appreciated level of flexibility, letting you configure and control the time-based properties of the applied samples. Next, you get a mighty file manager that effortlessly loads samples into the sampler's buffer. Following this, the device tenders up to 10 preset slots where you can save and load your own sample folders swiftly – a blessing when juggling multiple samples and styles during performance or production.
Another heads-up for the organized souls is that all these function controls are fully mappable. Hence, you can customize controls based on your ease and preferences and swap samples or folders even while playing. In addition, random file selection and sync load functionality only add to the efficiency and adaptability of the device. More so, it sprinkles a dash of unpredictable excitement to your frame, bringing out the best of live performances.
To further augment your experience, More Simpler Pro comes with device skin color options ensuring even your device’s visual interface is relaxed and uncluttered. This may seem like a minor add-on, and to some, it might be. However, those spending long hours with their DAW would certainly appreciate this soothing graphical gesture.
Worth noting despite being relatively new with zero downloads for now, More Simpler Pro is unmissable with its advanced features and efficient interface. Don’t just go by the words, experience this revolutionizing tool by watching More Simpler Pro Demos here. For more information, detailed exploration, or even a purchase, you can visit the official Metamagicum's Gumroad page.
Lastly, to mark our words, More Simpler Pro- Instrument and Buffer Manager 2.0, with all its heavy-duty features and unique capabilities, promises to elevate your Ableton Live sampling workflow like never before. Check out More Simpler Pro on the Max4Live library. This novel instrument is set to redefine what can be achieved through live sampling, blazing ahead with its powerful functionalities and adaptability. It embraces the future by challenging established norms and pushing for better, advanced possibilities. Only time will tell how this device can become a vital part of the modern music producer's toolkit. So dive in, explore, create, and let your music speak for itself!
Example Usage
If you've just started exploring the possibilities of Max4Live and want a simple yet powerful tool to manage your samples in Ableton Live, let's dive into a beginner-friendly exercise using the More Simpler Pro - Instrument and Buffer Manager 2.0.
To get started, ensure you have Ableton Live version 12.0.5 installed with Max version 8.6.2 or newer, as these are the prerequisites for More Simpler Pro to function correctly. Once you've got that sorted, you can download the device from Metamagicum's website, listed in your Max4Live device collection.
Here's a step-by-step guide to creating your first instrument using More Simpler Pro:
- Start by creating a new MIDI track in your Ableton Live session by going to 'Create' and selecting 'Insert MIDI Track' or by using the shortcut Shift + CMD (or CTRL on Windows) + T.
- Drag and drop the More Simpler Pro device from your Max4Live device browser onto the MIDI track.
- The More Simpler Pro interface should now be visible. To load a sample into More Simpler Pro, click on the 'File Manager' button, which brings up a window where you can navigate to the sample you desire.
- Choose a sample from your collection and load it. Notice how More Simpler Pro instantly displays the waveform of the sample, making it ready for playback.
- On your MIDI controller or computer keyboard, trigger a note to play the sample. You should hear the sound being played back at the pitch corresponding to the note triggered.
- Experiment with the various controls on More Simpler Pro. Adjust parameters like the start/end points of the sample, pitch, volume, or apply modulation effects.
- Utilize the 'Random file selection' for spontaneous creativity, or delve into 'Sync load functionality' to match the tempo of the sample to your Live Set.
- Save your favorite settings in one of the up to 10 preset slots for quick recall during your live performances or creative sessions.
- Finally, enjoy the added visual comfort from the Device skin color options, which can help reduce strain during long studio hours.
Remember, More Simpler Pro is brilliantly designed for live performance too. Try mapping your MIDI controller to 'Mappable controls' in More Simpler Pro to effortlessly switch samples or whole folders while you're playing on stage.
And there you have it—a simple way to start making music with More Simpler Pro in Ableton Live. Keep experimenting with different samples and settings to discover your unique sound!
Imagine you’re in a live performance setting and you need to seamlessly transition between different samples within your tracks while maintaining a cohesive sound. Here’s how you can use More Simpler Pro - Instrument and Buffer Manager 2.0 to elevate your performance:
Start by loading More Simpler Pro onto a MIDI track within your Ableton Live set. Next, take advantage of the file manager function to load your prepared sample folders into the device. These might be various vocal cuts, instrumental stabs, or even full loops you want to manipulate on-the-fly.
Now, let's say you have a track playing at 128 BPM but some of your samples are originally in a different tempo. You can sync the samples' tempo with your Live Set simply by enabling the time-stretching feature in More Simpler Pro. This ensures that your sample will match the project tempo, keeping everything on beat.
Once your More Simpler Pro is loaded with samples, assign the preset slots to different sample folders for quick access. Each slot can trigger a wholly different set of samples, giving you the ability to switch vibes instantly without breaking your flow.
Take this a step further by mapping specific MIDI controls or computer keystrokes to swap between folders. For instance, assigning the 'C1' note to switch to your "Drum Hits" folder, while 'D1' brings up "Atmospheric Pads" can make your live performance dynamic and highly responsive.
The random file selection can add an element of surprise to your set. Assign a MIDI button to trigger this function, hitting it in opportune moments to introduce a random sample from the loaded folder, adding a fresh twist to the track.
Lastly, visually organize your device by changing the skin color options to match the aesthetic of your Live set or to group similar types of samples together.
Remember with More Simpler Pro, you’re not just playing tracks; you’re weaving a comprehensive live experience with the power of instant sample management right at your fingertips. Experiment with preset configurations and control mappings during your practice sessions to develop a seamless live performance that feels like a natural extension of your creative mind.
Further Thoughts
Let's explore a creative approach to utilize More Simpler Pro in a live performance setting, focusing on creating a continuously evolving soundscape using a combination of sample swapping and preset manipulation.
Picture this: You're on stage, tasked with creating a dynamic ambient set where the sonic textures must morph seamlessly across different moods without disrupting the flow. Prepare your performance by selecting ten diverse folders, each representing a different atmospheric palette—aquatic drones, ethereal choirs, gritty urban soundscapes, and so on. Load these folders into More Simpler Pro's preset slots, making sure they're well-structured to allow for intuitive switching.
As the set begins, trigger a haunting drone from your first preset. The drone establishes the ambient bedrock, creating an immersive listener experience. Now, take advantage of More Simpler Pro's real-time time-stretching feature to perfectly tempo-sync the drone with your Ableton Live set's BPM, ensuring a smooth pulsing effect that gels with any additional rhythmic elements you may introduce.
As the atmosphere builds, use MIDI mappings to control the sample swap function. Assign a MIDI pedal or footswitch to progressively jump to the next texture without breaking your flow. This way, you can transition hands-free to an ethereal choir sample, which enriches the soundscape with a celestial quality.
In the midst of your performance, spot an opportunity to surprise the audience. Engage More Simpler Pro's random file selection to inject an unexpected sonic element from the current folder, adding an element of serendipity to the set.
Continue this journey through your sound palettes. With each change, manipulate More Simpler Pro's additional parameters like filter cutoff, reverb send, or sample start point through mapped MIDI controllers, creating dynamic shifts in the texture and maintaining the audience's interest.
For a grand finale, return to the Buffer Manager, and use the sync load functionality to seamlessly blend an entirely new folder of samples for the closing section. This shift could be toward a folder with rhythmically charged loops that build up to a breathtaking crescendo.
This type of performance showcases More Simpler Pro as an ultimate instrument and buffer manager, providing the tools to expand the capabilities of Ableton Live as an instrument for live ambient performances. The beauty of it lies in your ability to create vast sonic landscapes with just a few intuitive controls, ensuring that your creative expression remains unhampered by the technology at your fingertips.