AudioSwift has announced an update to its macOS app that lets you use a trackpad as a MIDI controller.

Version 2.1 introduces a new design of the Trigger Mode with MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) support for multidimensional control of many parameters, within MPE compatible software. The trackpad becomes an ultra-compact MPE controller for music production and sound design.

Users in Trigger Mode can play quick melodies in a chosen key with polyphonic expression. Horizontal and vertical movements send pitch bend and control change messages per MIDI note.

This version adds a new type called Chords that lets trigger a pad and play a chord, helping the user generate chord progressions easily.

Changes in AudioSwift v2.1

  • MPE support in Trigger Mode.
  • New type Chords in Trigger Mode.
  • Option to set scales and Chords in Trigger Mode.
  • Adds labels in Trigger Mode.
  • Adds 8, 15, 16 and 20 pads configurations in Trigger Mode.
  • Divides the pads in banks. Up to 180 configurable pads.
  • Option to copy, paste and reset pads and banks.
  • CC values are shown in real time on the Console in XY and Slider Modes.
  • Option to invert CC values in XY and Slider Modes.
  • Adds two more options to turn off AudioSwift automatically.
  • Adds new keyboard shortcuts.
  • Adds automation modes.
  • Updated to Swift 5 and macOS 10.14 SDK with dark mode support.
  • Notarized and ready for macOS 10.15 Catalina.

AudioSwift version 2.1 is a free update for existing users. The regular price is $24 USD and the app is 30% off with coupon code GOLDENFROG30 until October 31st, 2019. A free trial is available.

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