Arpeggiator

I found this oppinion on another forum (Logic Pro files):
"A composer doesn't want to have to go into the Environment and create an arpeggiator and hook it up to the channel and then drag it into the arrange window and then make a region and write the part, which then - kind of- plays from an adjacent channel."
Don`t we all agree ?
But maybe one could make a channelstripsetting, or do something in the environment and save it for later use ? It would not be the sollution, but maybe a bit more practical.If someone know howe to save an arpaggiator, please let me know.I never go into the environment without a step by step explanation because i am afraid i mess up something. The first time i was there (even following Martin Sitters video step by step) I had to reinstall because something went wrong (clicks and ports are the most dangerous place). Maybe someone can recommend a thirdparty arp ?
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It's pretty wierd man. I had a hard time figuring out how to rock the arpeggiator by reading the manual. It seemed so vague, but I did manage to find some better info on the net.
I'm not a logic god, but I'm not sure you can just 'have an arpeggiator on standby' if I read you correctly. Honestly, you can really whip up an arpeggiator in no time at all. Here is my streamlined process.
1. Create a new instrument that you would like to arpeggiate. I like to use pad sounds and lead synth sounds on the EXS24.
2. Press Command 8. This brings up the environment window. If it's not already selected, select the 'audio object' from the parameters. I think thats what it's called...anyway, you want the environment screen that has all the channel strips on it.
3. Go to New (top left pulldown menu on environment) and to arpeggiator. This creates a little arp icon below the channel strips.
4. Find (in the environment) your channel strip with your synth on it. You can click the top of it to highlight it so it's easier to remember.
5. Click and hold the right hand side of the arpeggiator (those little knobby things) and drag a line from the arpeggiator to your channel strip. Let go and it will connect the two.
6. Press Command and click on the arpeggiator. This will send the arpeggiator to your track.
The arpeggiator only works in Play Mode or Record Mode. This means you have to press play or record for the arp to kick in.
I suck at explaining this stuff, so sorry if it seems vague. Honestly, its more about getting the proccess nailed down than anything. Those 6 steps take me under a minute, and once you get it going; look out.
It's not so much the arpeggiator itself that I really love. It's more the combination of logic instruments and that particular arp that I really like. Try arping stuff like harps or violins, neat stuff man.
I will confess, I did have a heck of a time getting to where I am with the arpeggiator so I sympathize . Trying a plug in would be cool, although I don't know any?
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I made a new track but I would like to use an arpeggiator on this.
Someone can help me to find it? How does it work?
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Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/user/SFLogicNinja#p/u/94/pomNq_fSrW0
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/user/SFLogicNinja#p/u/94/pomNq_fSrW0
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Data Stream Studio wrote:
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Miles Allen wrote:
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I have resprted to using the padkontrols note repeat (Roll) function, I am dealing with the arpeggiators shortcomings but if it were not for the roll function in the padkontrol I would be pretty upset about it.
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Cheers Erik, yeah I guess I'm more likely to find synths with this feature but I don't really want any more synths! Have I discovered a gap in the market?! I imagine something like this would be quite cool... just a really simple interface where you define a bunch of parameters to create all manner of interesting arpeggiated sequences. I'd be surprised if it doesn't exist...?

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