MGenBend by Tomavatars
BEND TIME. RESHAPE RHYTHM. A CURVE-DRIVEN MIDI SEQUENCER FOR ABLETON LIVE.
What if the timing of your sequence wasn’t fixed—but something you could physically bend? MGenBend by Tomavatars is a MaxforLive MIDI effect that warps how notes fire across a loop using a drawable curve, turning rigid step patterns into fluid, time-bent rhythmic landscapes.
Inside you’ll find:
- A phasor-based curve sequencer with up to 6 editable points and segment bending for acceleration/deceleration
- Pitch, Velocity, and Gate sequencer lanes for per-step melodic and dynamic control
- 79 auto-generated patterns, strum control, and ascending/descending/random arpeggiator
- 8 presets with smooth morphing, full Push integration, and complete automation support
- Polymeter and polyrhythm from independent step count and loop length settings
Requires Ableton Live 12 with MaxforLive (Live 11 may also be compatible) | Mac & Windows
Time is a curve. Start bending it.
USER GUIDE: MGenBend Manual
MGenBend by Tomavatars
BEND TIME. RESHAPE RHYTHM. A CURVE-DRIVEN MIDI SEQUENCER FOR ABLETON LIVE.
What if the timing of your sequence wasn’t fixed—but something you could physically bend? MGenBend by Tomavatars is a MaxforLive MIDI effect that warps how notes fire across a loop using a drawable curve, turning rigid step patterns into fluid, time-bent rhythmic landscapes.
Inside you’ll find:
- A phasor-based curve sequencer with up to 6 editable points and segment bending for acceleration/deceleration
- Pitch, Velocity, and Gate sequencer lanes for per-step melodic and dynamic control
- 79 auto-generated patterns, strum control, and ascending/descending/random arpeggiator
- 8 presets with smooth morphing, full Push integration, and complete automation support
- Polymeter and polyrhythm from independent step count and loop length settings
Requires Ableton Live 12 with MaxforLive (Live 11 may also be compatible) | Mac & Windows
Time is a curve. Start bending it.
USER GUIDE: MGenBend Manual
Additional information
| MaxforLive | MIDI Devices, Sequencers |
|---|---|
| Ableton Live Compatibility | Ableton Live 12 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 12 Suite |
| Min. Requirements | Ableton Live 12 with MaxforLive Installed |
PRICE: £15.00
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MGenBend by Tomavatars
Overview & Inspiration
Traditional step sequencers move through time in a straight line. MGenBend lets you warp that line—accelerating, decelerating, and reshaping how notes unfold across a loop. Created by Tomavatars, this MaxforLive MIDI effect takes a phasor-based approach to sequencing, where a drawable curve determines the timing relationship between steps. The result is a device that generates rhythmic patterns impossible to achieve with conventional sequencers, all from a beautifully simple interface.
At its core, MGenBend works relative to the notes already in your MIDI clip. Rather than generating notes from scratch, it retriggers and reshapes existing clip content according to its curve sequencer, pitch, velocity, and gate lanes. This means your musical material stays rooted in intention while MGenBend introduces controlled chaos, unexpected syncopation, and evolving rhythmic variation.
Features & Highlights
Curve-Based Time Sequencer – The heart of MGenBend. Draw a curve across the central display to control when steps fire within a loop. A straight diagonal triggers notes evenly; bend the curve and time itself warps—notes cluster, rush, drag, and stutter. Add up to six additional control points to create complex timing shapes, and use segment bending for smooth acceleration and deceleration between points.
Pitch Sequencer – Transpose individual steps from -12 to +12 semitones relative to the clip’s original pitch. Build melodic variation, create chromatic runs, or introduce tonal surprises without touching your original MIDI data.
Velocity Sequencer – Shape dynamics per step using an averaged velocity system. The sequencer blends its values with the incoming note velocity (0–127), giving you musical dynamic control that respects the original performance while adding rhythmic accents and fades.
Gate Sequencer – Control note length per step between 5 and 250 ms. Craft tight staccato bursts, sustained legato phrases, or anything in between—all independently per step.
79 Auto-Generated Patterns – The Pattern control instantly generates rhythmic templates with steps and silences, giving you immediate starting points for complex sequences. Dial through patterns to discover rhythms you’d never program manually.
Polymeter & Polyrhythm – Set the number of steps independently from the loop length (measured in bars) to create naturally evolving polymetric relationships. What takes careful planning in a standard sequencer happens here in seconds.
Strum & Arpeggiator – When playing chords, the Strum control adds delay between notes for guitar-like strumming effects. The built-in arpeggiator offers ascending, descending, and random modes for instant melodic movement from held chords.
8 Presets with Morphing – Save complete device states across eight preset slots, including all curve shapes, sequencer lanes, and control parameters. The Morph dial smoothly interpolates between the previous, current, and next preset—perfect for live transitions and evolving arrangements. Auto-store keeps changes saved automatically, or switch to manual mode for deliberate recall.
Full Push Integration & Automation – Every parameter is fully automatable and optimized for Ableton Push control. A dedicated “show when touch” option displays the active parameter window on Push for intuitive hands-on performance.
How to Use
Drop MGenBend onto a MIDI track before your instrument, then create a clip with notes in Session or Arrangement View. MGenBend reads the incoming MIDI and retriggers those notes according to its internal sequencer. Start by adjusting the Steps and Length controls to define your rhythmic grid, then draw curves in the main Sequencer tab to bend the timing. Layer in pitch, velocity, and gate variations from their respective tabs for deeper expression.
For performance, use the Pattern knob to quickly swap between 79 auto-generated rhythmic templates, or store your own configurations across the eight preset slots. The Morph dial is especially powerful in live contexts—automate it to glide smoothly between contrasting rhythmic states over time.
Ideal For
- Producers seeking unconventional rhythmic patterns and time-bent sequences
- Live performers who need real-time MIDI manipulation with Push integration
- Composers exploring polymetric and polyrhythmic structures
- Sound designers looking for a quick pattern generator with deep tweakability
- Anyone who wants to transform static MIDI clips into dynamic, evolving performances
What’s Included
- MGenBend MaxforLive MIDI effect device (.amxd)
- Comprehensive PDF manual with setup and workflow instructions
Requirements
- Ableton Live 12 with MaxforLive (Live 11 may also be compatible)
- Mac or Windows
MGenBend turns the simple act of bending a curve into a gateway for rhythmic discovery. Whether you’re generating patterns for a live set or warping melodies in the studio, it’s a device built for fun, speed, and genuine surprise.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: MGenBend is a MaxforLive MIDI effect that uses a drawable curve to control the timing of step sequences. Rather than triggering notes at fixed intervals, you shape a curve that bends time—accelerating, decelerating, and reshaping when notes fire within a loop. It also includes pitch, velocity, and gate sequencer lanes, 79 auto-generated patterns, an arpeggiator, and preset morphing.
A: Yes, MGenBend is a MaxforLive MIDI effect device.
A: MaxforLive is a platform within Ableton Live that connects the Max visual programming environment directly to Live’s audio and MIDI engine, allowing developers to build custom instruments, effects, and control devices that run natively inside your sessions.
A:
- Ableton Live 12 with MaxforLive (Live 11 may also be compatible)
- Mac or Windows operating system
A: You can explore more of Tomavatars’ tools and devices here: Tomavatars
Important Information
V1.1 – Released February 2026
- New Chance sequencer
- New Midi Filter option: use midi notes to trigger preset changes
- New Random button to randomise individual sequencers
- New Curve Editor popup
- New Humanise control
- Bug fixes and quality of life improvements
Initial Release – February 2026
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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