Image-Line has announced version 1.2 of FL Studio Groove, one of the first Apps in the Microsoft Store with MIDI support.

Image-Line FL Studio Groove

FL Studio Groove is a Windows 8 Application for music production & performance, available from the Windows App store. Compose, arrange, edit, mix and perform professional quality music.

Changes in FL Studio Groove v1.2

  • MIDI controller support (select device from Control Bar under MIDI). See NOTE below.
  • Link a parameter a MIDI controller by moving it and clicking ‘Link’ located on the upper right of the interface.
  • Keyboard now has Pitch Bend and ModWheel controls.
  • Playlist (Automation window) is now loopable. Double tap, hold and drag along the lower time-bar.
  • Tempo control has changed from a slider to a jog wheel.
  • Instrument Channels can be renamed without saving.

NOTE: MIDI functions are enabled only for computers running the Windows 8.1 Update 1 on X64 CPUs (this excludes Windows RT/ARM/x86 until such time Microsoft makes the MIDI functionality available for these systems).

The app is available for purchase for $9.99 USD.

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