Morphing LFO


Overview

The LFO is a flexible, multi-purpose modulation source that can change shape in multiple ways and inject random movement into your presets.

Morph between four classic waveforms. Each shape can be randomized to create smooth random motion, sample-and-hold steps, and more. MIDI trigger modes and fade controls let it function as a one-shot attack-decay envelope or as a freely looping random source.


1. Main Controls

Rate. Adjust the LFO rate in Hz or in BPM-synced values.

Rate Mode. Choose whether Rate is set as a raw frequency or as BPM-synced divisions.

Randomize. Set the amount of LFO randomization. Each waveform randomizes in a unique way.

Level. Attenuates and/or inverts the LFO’s output. This affects every assignment that uses the LFO.

LFO Shape. Choose sine, triangle, downward ramp, or square. With Snap off, shapes can be morphed continuously.

Shape Snap. Enable snapping between LFO shapes. When off, the LFO shape morphs smoothly.

2. Trigger Modes

Choose how the LFO responds to incoming MIDI notes:

  • Free. Always synced to the DAW’s timeline position and does not respond to MIDI.

  • Trigger. Resets on incoming MIDI, then loops continuously.

  • One-Shot. Resets on incoming MIDI and plays through once per note.

3. LFO Display

Shows the real-time LFO position and shape based on the current settings.

4. Display Control

Phase. Adjusts the LFO’s phase offset. In Free mode, it offsets the phase relative to the DAW’s timeline position. In Trigger or One-Shot mode, it sets the starting point when the LFO is triggered.

Fade. Sets how quickly the LFO fades in or out when triggered by MIDI notes. This is available only in Trigger or One-Shot modes. A value of 0 disables fading.

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