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Chapter 23 Ultrabeat 335
Pattern Parameters
A pattern has a maximum number of 32 steps and contains the total events of all 25
sounds. At the bottom edge of the Plug-in window you can select from one of 24
patterns, and set global parameters (for each pattern) that apply to all sounds.
Pattern # (Pattern Number)
Click the field next to the Pattern # label to open the Pattern menu, which allows you
to choose one of the 24 patterns.
If you’ve activated the function that allows you to switch between patterns via MIDI
notes (the Transport button turns blue), Pattern # indicates which pattern is currently
active (being played).
Control-clicking in the Pattern menu field opens a context menu where you can access
further pattern-specific commands (Copy, Paste, Clear).
Resolution
This parameter field displays the resolution of the pattern. It defines the metric unit of a
measure that is represented by the individual steps. Clicking the Resolution button
opens a pop-up menu that allows you to switch between different settings.
The 1/8 setting means that each step of the grid represents an eighth note. Given a
pattern length of 32 steps, the pattern would run for 4 measures (32 ÷ 8).
The Resolution parameter applies to the entire grid, and therefore, equally to all sounds.
Length (Number of Steps, Pattern Length)
This parameter defines the length of the pattern. The length of the grid can be
adjusted by dragging the value in the Length parameter field or the bar beneath the
swing buttons.
Note: The interplay between the Length and Resolution values allows the creation of
different kinds of time signatures. Here are a few examples: The values Length = 14 and
Resolution = 1/16 result in 7/8 time, Length = 12 and Resolution = 1/16 in 3/4 time, and
Length = 20 and Resolution = 1/16 in 5/4 time.
Accent
Individual steps can be strongly emphasized, or accentuated.
In order to program an accent, click on the blue LED above the desired step. The accent
applies to all sounds that fall on this beat, and the step in question is simply played
louder. The Accent slider to the left of the chain of blue LEDs globally determines the
volume of the programmed accents.