Mela 5.7 Update – Note Chance, Random Modulator Modes, Preset Search
Mela 5.7 is packed. Let’s start with the Note Chance module. This module allows MIDI notes to pass through based on a specified probability, with its Chance parameter setting the likelihood. It’s ideal for generative MIDI chains and adding controlled randomness. Note Chance is a Mela Lab module and part of Collection 3.
Next, the Random module is now more powerful with new modes and the Tilt parameter. The new Mode parameter lets you choose between three random signal generation algorithms: Random I, Random II, or Chance. The Tilt parameter adjusts the bias in randomness. Check out the help for the full details about the algorithms.
Finally, Mela now supports preset search for both user and factory presets. The search field is conveniently located above preset groups in the Preset Browser. Just tap the search field to begin searching.
As a bonus, check out the Create Pitch Noise tutorial to learn how to create pitched noise using white noise and the Degrader module. There’s a lot more to this update; for the full details, check out the Changelog.
Why should I get Mela? What’s so special about it?
I saw a few people around the web ask this question. I thought I’d address it here. Simply put, Mela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. Expanding this, its 3 core strengths are:
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Mela is Visual and Modular. With its intuitive interface, you can seamlessly build fully custom polyphonic synthesisers, unique audio effects, and complex MIDI processors.
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Mela Scales. It can be a core part of your system or be used as a small utility to let you perform niche tasks. Mela can run as a standalone app or as multiple plug-in instances in a host, on macOS and iOS.
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Mela has Great Support. Its capabilities continuously improve, evolve and expand. A new version of Mela comes out every few weeks with new features and modules designed around user feedback.
Artist Presets & Themes
There are dedicated pages for Artist Presets and Artist Themes. If you have created Mela presets (whether paid or free) or a theme that you want to share with others let me know and I’ll happily link them there.
About Me
Hi, my name is Nikolozi Meladze. I’m the creator of Mela. I’m developing it as my primary tool for music-making and live performance. I’ve been releasing music since 2010, exploring all sub-genres of electronic music. Be sure to check out my discography.