Music producers and tech enthusiasts, get ready to experience MIDI control like never before! MIDI Widgets for Vision Pro has officially launched, offering a groundbreaking spatial MIDI design environment that fully harnesses the capabilities of Apple Vision Pro.
What is MIDI Widgets?
MIDI Widgets, created by the ever-creative Geert Bevin (Director of Software Development for Moog Music, as well as main software developer behind the brilliant Linnstrument by Roger Linn) is the first spatial MIDI designer that allows you to create and interact with MIDI controllers in your physical space. This innovative tool supports faders, buttons, and knobs, with the promise of more controls to be added in future updates. It’s a game-changer (or at least, a glimpse into the future) for producers and performers who want to merge the physical and digital worlds in their creative process.
Key Features
- Spatial Design: Place MIDI controllers anywhere in your space, and they’ll stay anchored, even after a restart.
- Scene Management: Group controllers into scenes for different layouts, each with its own MIDI outputs.
- Customization: Enjoy unlimited creation of faders, buttons, and knobs, with spatial snapping for perfect alignment.
- Versatile Connectivity: Supports Bluetooth LE MIDI devices and built-in virtual MIDI for Vision Pro app integration.
- Advanced Control: Choose from 7-bit and 14-bit Control Change resolution, and assign MIDI messages like Control Change, Channel Pressure, Program Change, or Pitch Bend to each controller.
- Aesthetic and Practical: Assign different colors to parts of a control for easy recognition and add optional labels on any edge.
- User-Friendly Interface: A floating tool window follows your hand, allowing for editing anywhere.
Tutorial and Resources
To help you get started, a comprehensive manual is available, detailing every aspect of MIDI Widgets’ functionality. Additionally, a tutorial video demonstrates how to use MIDI Widgets with a Subsequent 37 hardware synth, providing a practical example of its capabilities in action.
Availability
MIDI Widgets for Vision Pro is now available on the Apple Store for $9.99 for users looking to expand their MIDI control horizons. For more information on getting started, accessing the full manual, or watching the tutorial video, visit the official MIDI Widgets website.
If you’re lucky (or brave enough) to own a Vision Pro, you should definitely check this out.
