FX-Mechanics has announced the release of a beta version of a free and open source polyrhythmic and polyphonic MIDI arpeggiator plugin.
Featuring 4 independent arpeggiator engines, each with its own pattern, subdivision, and MIDI output channel, TeAr is designed to create complex, evolving musical phrases and textures.
At its core, TeAr is scale-aware. You can select a root note and one of many scale types, and the arpeggiators will intelligently conform to that musical context. A “Follow MIDI In” mode allows the scale’s root to be changed dynamically by the notes you play.
TeAr features
- 4 independent arpeggiator engines: Create complex polyrhythms and layered melodic lines.
- Per-arp controls: Each engine has its own On/Off switch, pattern editor, subdivision, and MIDI output channel.
- Powerful pattern language: A rich text-based language for defining arpeggio sequences with modifiers for velocity, octave, and pitch.
- Comprehensive scale library: A wide selection of musical scales and modes to define the harmonic landscape.
- Visual feedback: A real-time scale display highlights the active scale, its root, and the notes currently being played by each arpeggiator, color-coded for clarity.
TeAr for Windows and Linux is free to download in VST/VST3 plugin formats.
More information: FX-Mechanics
