Bugfix update for the euclidean midi sequencer
Hatefish RhyGenerator is a creative Euclidean MIDI rhythm generator designed to help you explore and create unique, complex rhythms in a simple yet intuitive way. With its latest update, the plugin becomes even more powerful, offering new features and improvements that make it an essential tool for music producers and musicians alike. The RhyGenerator leverages the Euclidean algorithm, a system that distributes a set number of “beats” as evenly as possible across a predefined number of “steps,” creating rhythm patterns that are both surprising and musical.
The HoRNet RhyGenerator is an advanced Euclidean step sequencer that utilizes the Euclidean algorithm to generate complex, unconventional rhythms. Originally described in the famous paper by Godfried Toussaint, the algorithm distributes a given number of “beats” across a set number of “steps,” resulting in rhythms that feel both natural and complex. The application of this technique in electronic music, as well as in more experimental genres, opens up new possibilities for rhythm creation, allowing for intricate patterns that are not bound by traditional metrical structures.
The plugin allows you to generate up to 16 separate sequences, each consisting of up to 32 steps. These sequences are fully synchronized with your DAW’s tempo, making it easy to integrate them into your compositions. Whether you’re working on an electronic track or a more experimental project, RhyGenerator gives you endless possibilities for creating dynamic grooves that evolve and surprise.
One of the core features of RhyGenerator is the ability to use up to 16 separate sequencers. Each lane in the plugin’s GUI acts as an independent step sequencer, allowing you to create different rhythms within the same project. These sequencers can operate independently but are always synchronized with the tempo of your DAW, enabling you to create polyrhythms or complex arrangements that wouldn’t be possible with traditional sequencers.
Each sequencer gives you complete control over the number of beats and steps, allowing you to set up fluid and precise rhythmic structures. You can use different lanes to create multi-layered rhythms, or control multiple MIDI instruments with a single instance of the plugin. This makes it ideal for both multi-layered rhythm sections and for orchestrating complex musical arrangements.
RhyGenerator is not just a simple step sequencer—it provides a variety of creative modes, each allowing you to manipulate your sound in different ways. The modes include:
Note Mode: In this mode, the sequencer outputs a specified note according to the rhythm generated by the Euclidean algorithm. This is perfect for creating melodic patterns or triggering percussive notes for drum and percussion tracks.
Arpeggiator Up: This mode takes the input notes and plays them in ascending order, following the rhythm created by the Euclidean pattern. It’s ideal for creating rising arpeggiated lines, often used in genres like trance, techno, or electronic music.
Arpeggiator Down: The inverse of the previous mode, this mode outputs the notes in descending order, creating a different type of arpeggiated pattern that can add tension or drama to a composition.
Chord Mode: In Chord mode, the sequencer plays all the input notes together on every active beat. This is perfect for generating harmonic progressions or for playing complex chords with a single rhythmic pattern.
MIDI Control Mode: In Control mode, the sequencer sends MIDI control change messages instead of notes. This powerful feature allows you to rhythmically automate any parameter of your synthesizers or other MIDI-controlled gear. Whether you want to automate filter cutoff, reverb send levels, or any other parameter, this mode gives you dynamic control over your instruments in ways traditional sequencers can’t.
Each of the 16 sequencers offers full control over the number of steps and beats, which can be adjusted separately. For instance, you can set one sequencer to have 8 steps with 5 beats, while another one may have 16 steps with 7 beats. This flexibility allows you to create asymmetric patterns and polyrhythms that feel fresh and innovative, without being constrained by the rigid structure of traditional sequencers.
Additionally, you can assign a different MIDI channel to each sequencer, allowing you to control up to 16 different synths or MIDI instruments simultaneously. Each sequencer can influence a separate synth or track, allowing you to create complex arrangements in a single plugin instance.
Each sequencer also features its own LFO (Low-Frequency Oscillator), which can be used to modulate the MIDI message value, adding movement and variability to your rhythms. The LFO gives you the ability to animate your sequences over time, making them feel more dynamic and evolving.
Version 1.1.5 of RhyGenerator includes several important performance optimizations to improve stability and reduce CPU load. The plugin now features hardware acceleration for the GUI on both macOS and Windows, ensuring that even with complex sequences, the interface remains smooth and responsive. The update also fixes issues with plugin loading on some Windows systems, GUI updates on macOS Big Sur, and app crashes when saving or loading presets, ensuring a more stable experience overall.
The latest update to RhyGenerator (version 1.1.5) is completely free for existing owners of the plugin. The update can be downloaded directly from the user area, making it easy to stay up to date with the latest fixes and improvements.
HoRNet RhyGenerator is a highly powerful and flexible tool for creating innovative and surprising rhythms using the Euclidean algorithm. With its 16 independent sequencers, multiple operational modes, and ability to automate MIDI parameters, it provides complete control over rhythm creation and MIDI automation, making it an ideal tool for both traditional and experimental music production.
Whether you’re looking to innovate with complex rhythms or add dynamic variation to your compositions, RhyGenerator is the perfect tool for generating intricate and evolving groove patterns. Download the latest update today and take your rhythm creation to the next level.
