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BitwigBuddy

🎹 What is BitwigBuddy?

BitwigBuddy is a an extension for Bitwig Studio designed to simplify and accelerate your music production workflow. It enables efficient creation of MIDI patterns, and command sequences. Perfect for streamlining tasks and boosting creativity!

Key Features

BitwigBuddy has three main modes of operation:

Generate/Edit/Macro Mode Selection

Generate Mode

Create drum patterns using:

  • Preset Patterns: Choose from a variety of pre-designed rhythmic patterns
  • Program Mode: Generate semi-random patterns with customizable parameters like density and velocity shapes
  • Save Custom Patterns: Create and save your own patterns that integrate seamlessly with built-in presets

Edit Mode

Modify existing patterns with tools for:

  • Updating velocities of selected notes
  • Adjusting velocity ranges and shapes
  • Applying advanced velocity transformations for humanization

Macro Mode

Automate complex sequences of actions:

  • Create custom macros to perform multiple steps automatically
  • Use variables and loops for sophisticated operations
  • Combine Bitwig's native actions with BitwigBuddy's custom commands
  • Save time with instant macros for commonly used operations

Latest Features

The latest version (1.0.0) introduces:

  • 📙 This Manual!
  • 🦘 Skip Step Every X functionality in Program Mode
  • 🥁 Learn Note from selected drum pad
  • 🪢 Unified preset system (all presets use the same .txt format)
  • ➕ Replace/Add pattern toggle
  • 🔁 Pattern repetition options
  • 💾 Easy custom preset saving
  • 🤖 Macros!

Getting Started

To begin using BitwigBuddy:

  1. Follow the Installation instructions
  2. Explore Generate Mode for creating patterns
  3. Create your own Presets
  4. Learn how to refine patterns in Edit Mode
  5. Discover workflow automation with Macro Mode

Support and Community

BitwigBuddy is continuously improving with new features and updates. Join the community:

  • Star the GitHub repository
  • Support the developer on Patreon
  • Enjoy the developer's music
  • Share your feedback and feature requests through GitHub issues