Segments (Envelope) - Bitwig Modulator Guide

Drawable Envelope Generator (mseg)
An envelope generator is a tool used in sound synthesis to shape the amplitude, pitch, or other parameters of a sound over time. A multi-stage envelope generator is a more advanced version of this tool that allows for more complex and nuanced changes to be made to a sound.
An MSEG typically consists of a series of stages, each with its own time duration and level control. These stages can be connected in various ways to create complex and evolving shapes that can be used to modulate various parameters of a sound.
For example, an MSEG could be used to control the amplitude of a sound over time, gradually fading it in, holding it at a constant level, then fading it out. Alternatively, it could be used to modulate the filter cutoff frequency of a synthesizer, creating sweeping or pulsing filter effects.
One advantage of using an MSEG over a simple envelope generator is that it allows for more precise and detailed control over the shape of the envelope. Additionally, because MSEGs can be synchronized to a musical tempo or rhythm, they can be used to create complex and evolving rhythmic patterns that can add interest and movement to a sound.
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[@macronencer]

This looks great! When I get my update I'm going to try setting it to "pitch of current note" but then modulating the rate smoothly. I suspect it will give a sort of reverse sync effect? Maybe not exactly sync, as there's no synchronisation going on, but you know what I mean - a sort of pitch-variable AM situation...

[@theuniverse6458]

a very sophisticated modulator, very useful, but what's weird: when i select Timebase="sec" with 1 second and then set the Pitch on OSC1 down to eg. -12st, it increases to +12st instead of -12st, version 5.1 Build 2023-12-06

[@astralboy]

does segment work with audio or its just for midi notes ? Asking because doesnt seem to work with audio track.

[@mrbjjackson]

Hi - just diving into segments today. Very fun! I have a question though - if I wanted to change the shape of the envelope over time - what would be a good way of doing that? Thanks!

[@jakubkostynowicz1745]

I would love another play mode that external Cv scans position...

[@davidchesley725]

can't you do that with Curves?

[@GodelsPrison]

Great video! How do you bend the line segments?

[@BitwigGuide]

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