Swimmer by Mudjaq
WHY SETTLE FOR PREDICTABLE WHEN MODULATION CAN SWIM?
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Struggling with predictable modulation? Swimmer lets you break free with a unique four-block modulation system.
Each block offers distinct waveforms — noise, linear, saw, and sample & hold — and allows you to set ‘pins’ at junctions for precise parameter control. Add randomness, adjust slopes, divide blocks into grids, and even mix shapes for evolving and unexpected results.
Swimmer empowers you to modulate any mappable parameter with creativity and depth.
Features:
- Four-block modulation system for advanced control
- Noise, linear, saw, and sah shapes per block
- Real-time randomness and slope adjustments
- Grid division with integer and randomization options
- Map up to 8 parameters with phase shifting
- Sync to host tempo or free Hz mode
- Includes versions for Live 11 & Live 12
From subtle texture shifts to wild rhythmic chaos, Swimmer gives you an inspiring palette of modulation possibilities that never feels static.
USER GUIDE: SwimmerUserGuide
Swimmer by Mudjaq
WHY SETTLE FOR PREDICTABLE WHEN MODULATION CAN SWIM?
BUILD YOUR BUNDLE: Select three or more Mudjaq MaxforLive devices and unlock an instant 20% discount (applied automatically when you check out).
Struggling with predictable modulation? Swimmer lets you break free with a unique four-block modulation system.
Each block offers distinct waveforms — noise, linear, saw, and sample & hold — and allows you to set ‘pins’ at junctions for precise parameter control. Add randomness, adjust slopes, divide blocks into grids, and even mix shapes for evolving and unexpected results.
Swimmer empowers you to modulate any mappable parameter with creativity and depth.
Features:
- Four-block modulation system for advanced control
- Noise, linear, saw, and sah shapes per block
- Real-time randomness and slope adjustments
- Grid division with integer and randomization options
- Map up to 8 parameters with phase shifting
- Sync to host tempo or free Hz mode
- Includes versions for Live 11 & Live 12
From subtle texture shifts to wild rhythmic chaos, Swimmer gives you an inspiring palette of modulation possibilities that never feels static.
USER GUIDE: SwimmerUserGuide
Additional information
| MaxforLive | MIDI Devices, Sequencers |
|---|---|
| Ableton Live Compatibility | Ableton Live 11 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 11 Suite, Ableton Live 12 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 12 Suite |
PRICE: £18.00
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March 26, 2026
This reviewer bought this product from our store.
Swimmer feels less like a traditional LFO and more like a living instrument. Complex, slightly unpredictable, but exactly because of that incredibly inspiring for organic modulation nd generative sounds.
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September 1, 2025
This reviewer bought this product from our store.
I absolutely love this modulator! It's a unique take on a 4 stage mseg with adjustable random per cycle, keeps things perpetually flowing and evolving in subtle (or extreme ways)! A new mainstay in my Live projects for sure.
Swimmer by Mudjaq
Beyond Traditional LFOs
Swimmer takes modulation into uncharted territory by combining precision, randomness, and rhythmic possibilities in a way that traditional LFOs simply can’t match. Designed as a MaxforLive device by Mudjaq, Swimmer splits modulation into four interconnected blocks—each with its own waveform, settings, and behaviors. This unique architecture lets you craft modulation that’s both intentional and organic, creating movement that evolves naturally rather than repeating predictably.
Four Blocks, Infinite Possibilities
Each of the four blocks offers a choice of waveforms: noise (using Perlin noise for smooth organic movement), linear, saw, and sample & hold. At the junction of each block, you set a ‘pin’—the exact parameter value the modulation passes through. For noise shapes, you can adjust the slope to control how smoothly or sharply the movement transitions. Saw shapes let you define both the starting pin and the destination, creating directed movement across the block. Every block can be further divided into grids with integer steps and additional randomization, giving you granular control over how modulation unfolds.
Controlled Randomness and Evolution
What makes Swimmer truly unique is its approach to randomness. Rather than chaotic, unpredictable behavior, Swimmer offers controlled diversity. You can add randomness to pin positions and slopes, shifting the passing points while maintaining the overall structure of your modulation. Grid divisions can have their own randomization settings, and you can choose whether grids move toward the next block’s destination or remain parallel. The ‘Mix’ feature even lets you blend the shape of the next block into the current one, creating seamless transitions and evolving textures that never repeat exactly the same way twice.
Flexible Mapping and Performance Control
Swimmer can map up to eight parameters simultaneously, with options to sync to your host tempo or run in free Hz mode. Phase shifting lets you create offset relationships between multiple mapped parameters, perfect for creating stereo movement or complex multi-dimensional modulation. The interface is optimized for both mouse and MIDI controller interaction, with a UI Light mode designed specifically for hardware controllers like Push—ensuring you can perform with Swimmer as expressively as you design with it.
Inside you’ll find:
- Four-block modulation system – Each block features independent waveform selection and parameter control
- Four waveform types per block – Noise (Perlin), linear, saw, and sample & hold shapes
- Pin control – Set exact parameter values at block junctions with adjustable slopes for noise
- Saw destination control – Define both starting and ending points for directional modulation
- Grid subdivision – Divide blocks into finer steps with integer quantization options
- Controlled randomness – Add diversity to pins, slopes, and grids while maintaining musical structure
- Shape mixing – Blend the next block’s shape into the current block for smooth transitions
- Eight mapping slots – Control multiple parameters simultaneously with independent settings
- Phase shifting – Create offset relationships between mapped parameters
- Tempo sync or free Hz – Lock to your project tempo or run at any frequency
- UI Light mode – Optimized display for hardware controller workflows
- Visual feedback – Real-time display shows modulation movement and parameter relationships
- Versions for Live 11 & Live 12 – Both versions included in download
Swimmer is designed for producers seeking evolving, non-repetitive modulation, sound designers crafting organic movement and texture, performers who need expressive real-time control, and anyone tired of predictable LFO patterns looking to add life and unpredictability to their sound.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A: Swimmer is a MaxforLive modulation device featuring a unique four-block system that allows rhythmic, random, and evolving parameter modulation beyond traditional LFOs.
A: Yes. Swimmer requires MaxforLive.
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.
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Initial Release – August 2025
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.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.
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