Cosplay by White Horse
EXPERIMENTAL MIDI SEQUENCER WITH MODULATED WAVE CONTROL
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Transform math into melody with Cosplay—a MaxforLive MIDI sequencer that turns wave function modulation into endlessly evolving melodic sequences. Built for those seeking to break out of the loop, Cosplay uses a series of modulated curves to generate MIDI note patterns that are both semi-random and musically coherent.
Whether you’re writing hooks, sketching song ideas, or crafting generative performances, Cosplay gives you full control over frequency, gain, scale, step count, pitch range and more. Click to mute or sustain individual notes, fine-tune offsets, and save sequences instantly with the “Make Clip” button.
This is far more than just another MIDI generator—it’s a playground for creative sequencing that adapts to your workflow.
- Use as a performance sequencer or a composition tool
- 7 modulation functions: Cosine, Sine, Tangent, Arctangent, Back, Elastic, Bounce
- Adjustable frequency, gain, offset, pitch range, root note, and direction
- Built-in scale quantization with 29 musical scales
- Randomization and inverse tools for fast variation
- MIDI mapping section for controlling external parameters
- Instant clip creation for use in Ableton Live’s clip view
Perfect for producers, performers, and sonic experimenters alike.
USER GUIDE: Cosplay Manual
Cosplay by White Horse
EXPERIMENTAL MIDI SEQUENCER WITH MODULATED WAVE CONTROL
TRIPLE PACK SAVINGS: Add any three or more White Horse products to your cart and save 15% automatically at checkout!
Transform math into melody with Cosplay—a MaxforLive MIDI sequencer that turns wave function modulation into endlessly evolving melodic sequences. Built for those seeking to break out of the loop, Cosplay uses a series of modulated curves to generate MIDI note patterns that are both semi-random and musically coherent.
Whether you’re writing hooks, sketching song ideas, or crafting generative performances, Cosplay gives you full control over frequency, gain, scale, step count, pitch range and more. Click to mute or sustain individual notes, fine-tune offsets, and save sequences instantly with the “Make Clip” button.
This is far more than just another MIDI generator—it’s a playground for creative sequencing that adapts to your workflow.
- Use as a performance sequencer or a composition tool
- 7 modulation functions: Cosine, Sine, Tangent, Arctangent, Back, Elastic, Bounce
- Adjustable frequency, gain, offset, pitch range, root note, and direction
- Built-in scale quantization with 29 musical scales
- Randomization and inverse tools for fast variation
- MIDI mapping section for controlling external parameters
- Instant clip creation for use in Ableton Live’s clip view
Perfect for producers, performers, and sonic experimenters alike.
USER GUIDE: Cosplay Manual
Additional information
| MaxforLive | MIDI Devices, Sequencers |
|---|---|
| Ableton Live Compatibility | Ableton Live 10 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 10 Suite, Ableton Live 11 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 11 Suite, Ableton Live 12 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 12 Suite |
| Min. Requirements | Ableton Live 10 Standard with MaxforLive Installed or Ableton Live 10 Suite |
| OS | Mac, Windows |
PRICE: £16.67
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Cosplay by White Horse
Overview
Cosplay is a MaxforLive MIDI sequencer from White Horse Recording that transforms mathematical modulation into musical inspiration. It uses frequency-modulated wave shapes to craft semi-random yet repeatable note patterns—perfect for composing fresh ideas or improvising live. Unlike typical generative tools, Cosplay creates sequences that are interrelated and editable, with visual feedback that helps you find sweet spots in your pattern creation.
Sequencer Generating Functions
At the core of Cosplay are seven modulated wave shapes—Cosine, Sine, Tangent, Arctangent, Back, Elastic, and Bounce. These waves interact with each other through frequency and gain controls to produce complex, evolving melodic variations. Offset percentage and fine-tuning sliders offer precise control over the character of the sequence.
Visual Step Sequencer
The visual interface lets you customize individual steps—click to mute or sustain notes, adjust sequence length up to 64 steps, or set a custom start point. Whether you’re nudging details or flipping the entire sequence, the UI is designed for creative exploration.
Scale Quantization and MIDI Note Control
Choose from 29 included scales or work unquantized. Set your pitch range and root note, then choose the sequence direction—forward, reverse, or random. Everything is designed to adapt to your musical context quickly and intuitively.
External MIDI Parameter Control
Beyond MIDI note output, Cosplay allows you to use your sequencer to modulate external device parameters. Use jitter, smoothing, and phase reversal to sculpt the modulation signal, then map it to anything in your Live Set.
Creative Use Cases
Cosplay can be your idea generator, live performance sequencer, or studio sketchpad. Save your creations with the “Make Clip” function, then expand on them in Ableton’s clip view. It’s an instrument for turning abstract math into musical patterns you can hear and control.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A: Cosplay is a MaxforLive MIDI sequencer that uses frequency-modulated wave shapes to generate and manipulate melodic note patterns, ideal for both composition and live performance.
A: Yes, Cosplay requires MaxforLive to function.
A: MaxforLive is a platform that integrates the visual programming environment Max with Ableton Live, allowing users to create and use custom audio, MIDI, and control devices.
A: To use this product, ensure the following requirements are met:
- Ableton Live 10 or 11 Suite OR Ableton Live 10 or 11 Standard with MaxforLive installed
- MaxforLive is essential
A: You can explore more of White Horse Recording’s tools and devices here:
Important Information
V1.0.0 – Initial Release – July 2023
Our Products are generally provided as Zip file downloads which in all cases will need to be extracted and saved to your hard drive prior to installation. Details on the different file type provided and what to do with them are below.
.alp Files – These are Ableton Live Packs and will either install directly into the Packs Section of the browser of Ableton Live or ask you to save them to your hard drive. For packs that install to the library, when you double click on them you will see a pop up window asking you to confirm that installation is ok as the files are described as “Legacy”. This is fine and you are ok to proceed, the packs are created using the format for an earlier version of Live and so remain compatible with the current version.
.amxd files – These are individual MaxforLive Devices and can be stored anywhere on your hard drive. We’d advise creating a folder for them and then adding that folder as a location within the Places section of Lives Browser.
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