In the world of electronic music, where rhythm and texture play a key role, the ability to precisely control the flow of an audio signal is invaluable. This is where the sequenced gate, an effect also known as “Trance Gate,” comes into play. This tool allows you to “cut” a continuous sound into rhythmic fragments, creating pulsating patterns that bring a track to life.
Unleash the Flow of Your Music: A1TriggerGate
The A1TriggerGate plugin from A1AUDIO.de is a powerful and intuitive sequenced gate designed specifically to give you full control over the rhythmic structure of any audio material. Whether you’re working on atmospheric pads that need to breathe in time or aggressive bass lines that require a clear “chopped” effect, A1TriggerGate provides the necessary flexibility and precision.
The plugin perfectly synchronizes with the tempo of your DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), ensuring that the patterns you create fit perfectly into the overall groove of the composition. Each internal pattern consists of 4 beats or 16 steps (with the option to switch to 12 steps in Triplet mode). Each step has an independent volume control and can also be defined as a ShortStep, LongStep, StepLink, or NoStep. This level of detail allows you to create extremely complex and unique rhythmic patterns. A1TriggerGate has 8 independent patterns that can be easily switched between, including through automation, opening up endless possibilities for the dynamic development of your track.
Integrated Effects for Instant Sound
In addition to powerful gating capabilities, A1TriggerGate is equipped with a set of integrated effects designed for quick and effective sound shaping. These are Low-pass Filter, Drive/Distortion, and Echo/Delay. The developers have deliberately minimized the number of parameters for these effects so that you can get the desired result as quickly as possible without wasting time on complex settings. A nice feature is the presence of the Global FX Off switch, which allows you to listen to the plugin’s presets without the influence of the built-in effects – a feature that professional producers will undoubtedly appreciate.
Expert Mode: Create the Unexpected
For those who want to experiment and find new ideas, A1TriggerGate offers Expert Mode. This mode provides access to four command tabs for working with patterns: Shift Left/Right, Copy & Paste, Random, and Init. These commands can be applied to both the volume values of the steps and the length values of the steps, or to both parameters simultaneously. The Random function is especially powerful, which can create absolutely unexpected and inspiring rhythmic sequences, becoming an excellent source for new musical ideas.
Key Features of A1TriggerGate
- 8 independent patterns, each 4 beats long.
- Support for triplet mode for creating complex rhythms.
- Built-in effects: Low-pass Filter, Drive/Distortion, Echo/Delay for quick timbre shaping.
- Full automation of all parameters in your DAW.
- A reliable undo / redo system for all parameters, which ensures the safety of experiments.
- Zero latency guarantees accurate synchronization and no timing issues.
- Scalable graphical interface (fully vector) for comfortable work on any screen.
Due to its functionality, ease of use, and built-in tools for experimentation, A1TriggerGate is an indispensable plugin for any musician or producer working with electronic music or wanting to add rhythmic life to their tracks. It allows you to quickly and effectively transform a static sound into a dynamic, pulsating element of your composition, opening up new horizons for creativity.
