M
Mike Watkinson
Description
This feature request proposes the implementation of a dedicated action in Loopy Pro that allows users to set the length of a clip directly via a widget or MIDI control. The goal is to enhance live performance flexibility by enabling dynamic control over clip lengths without navigating through menus or manually adjusting settings.
Problems
  • Manual Adjustment Required
    : Currently, setting a clip's length necessitates manual configuration within the clip's settings, which can be time-consuming and impractical during live performances.
  • Limited Real-Time Control
    : The absence of a widget-based action to set clip length restricts performers from making spontaneous adjustments on the fly.
  • Inconsistent Workflow
    : While actions exist to multiply or divide clip lengths, there is no straightforward method to set a clip to a specific length directly through a widget or MIDI command.
Proposed Solution
  • Introduce 'Set Clip Length' Action
    : Develop a new action that allows users to define a specific length for a clip (e.g., 1 bar, 2 bars, 4 bars) directly through a widget or MIDI control.
  • Widget Integration
    : Enable this action to be assigned to on-screen widgets, such as buttons or dials, facilitating quick and intuitive adjustments during performances.
  • MIDI Learn Compatibility
    : Allow the action to be mapped to MIDI controllers, providing hands-free control over clip lengths.
  • Quantization Options
    : Incorporate quantization settings to ensure that length changes occur seamlessly in sync with the project's tempo and timing.
Examples
  1. Live Looping Performance
    : A musician uses a MIDI foot controller to set the next clip's length to 4 bars before recording, allowing for precise loop durations without manual intervention.
  2. Dynamic Arrangement
    : During a live set, a performer adjusts clip lengths in real-time using on-screen widgets to create evolving musical structures.
  3. Studio Workflow Enhancement
    : A producer assigns different clip lengths to various buttons on a MIDI controller, streamlining the process of building complex arrangements.
Benefits
  • Enhanced Performance Flexibility
    : Provides performers with the ability to adapt clip lengths on the fly, fostering creativity and spontaneity.
  • Improved Workflow Efficiency
    : Reduces the need for manual adjustments, allowing for a more streamlined and intuitive user experience.
  • Greater Control Precision
    : Enables exact specification of clip lengths, ensuring consistency and accuracy in musical arrangements.
This summary was automatically generated by ChatGPT-4 on 2025-05-16.