PAULA 3.3 by Wavefront Insurgency

PAULA 3.3 is a Max for Live sampler that dynamically alters the sample rate based on the note played. PAULA was initially built to emulate the resampling behaviour of ProTracker 2 running on a Commodore Amiga 1200. As of version 3.0, PAULA has been fully integrated with Ableton Live’s Simpler device and includes major improvements, new features and bug fixes, including automatable Ableton warping / time stretching.

PAULA is great for adding liveliness, character and variation to samples. It is an upgraded simpler device that takes inspiration from early 90s sampling technology, combining both old and new.

Manual available here: https://wavefrontinsurgency.com/paula-manual/


PAULA 3.3 Change Log:

- New Standalone Device: PAULA Audio Effect [STANDALONE]: Standalone device is free of all simpler integration and is designed for use on an audio track.
- Bug Fix: Input gain would unexpectedly un-map reopening a project. New method of controlling input gain implemented using macro control via the Live API.
- New parameter: U button: When enabled, the ‘Phasor’ and the ‘MONO’ effect are unlinked.


PAULA 3.2 Change Log:

- Renamed .amxd devices and instrument rack so that all future updates are forwards compatible!
- Added ‘Nyquist Limit Post-Filter Adjust’ parameter.
- Added: Automatic MIDI track naming.
- Bug Fix: Default value ‘input gain’ now correctly loads at -12 dB.
- Bug Fix: Default ‘mid-range frequency’ now loads at 1.7 kHz.
- Updated Ableton ‘Info View’ description of each parameter, including hints on hover.
- Updated manual.
- UI improvements.


PAULA 3.1 Change Log:

- Bug Fix: Missing transient warp icons now embedded correctly.
- Improvement: Simpler ‘Volume’ is now remotely controlled by the the ‘Input Gain’. Also changed volume range -18 dB to +6 dB.
- Updated Manual (Small changes only).
- Improved UI colour scheme.
- ‘PAULA MIDI Send.amxd’ is now hidden in the rack by default.
- Changed EQ default mid-range frequence to 1.7 kHz.


PAULA 3.0 change log:

- Ableton’s Simpler device has been fully integrated with PAULA, utilising the Ableton Live API – Controls include: Transposition, Fine Tune, Warping, Warp Mode, Warp Grain Size / Envelopes, X2, /2, Reverse and Voicing. As simpler is used, sample location is now managed by Ableton.
- Realtime time stretching: Ableton warp modes, grain size, x2 and /2 and reverse functionality. All support parameter automation.
- Fine tuning that follows ProTracker 2 behaviour and including slight sample rate variations.
- Quality mode: Eco and Hi-Q resampling algorithms available.
- LED filter moved to the end of the signal flow.
- Added optional antialiasing filter set at half the sample rate ‘POST FILTER’.
- Added Ableton channel EQ abl. object for ease of use.
- Added Flanger effect built in with rate modulation, x2 feedback and stereo mode. - ‘C3 Hold’ enables monophonic playback, vice versa.
- Increased ‘RESAMPLE 2NOTE’ range to include A#3 and B-3 notes.
- Redesigned and improved MIDI flow.
- Improved UI including visual feedback.
- Updated manual.


PAULA 2.1 Change Log:

- Bug fix: Enabled polyphonic voice stealing.
- Removed .alp installer for simplicity.
- Switched ‘RESAMPLE2NOTE’ parameter visibility to store only (disabled automation tracking).


PAULA 2.0 Change Log:

- No longer dependent on TAL-DAC and works entirely standalone using new Max abl. objects in Max 9.
- New features: C3 Hold, Sample Rate Hold, Trim, DC offset, Phasor Effect, High and Low Shelf EQ, Mono Button and the Current Sample Rate is now displayed.
- Bug fixes: Limited note range to C1-B3 in respect to the sample rate ranges pt2 tables (4144 – 31338 Hz). MIDI triggering now works as expected. No more random noises.
- .alp packing including lesson/example project.
- Created PDF manual.
- Added fade on load to remove audible pop/click.
- Check Max version displays pop-up/screen warning if below v9.0.0. - Improved UI.
- Implemented dynamic theming (light/dark mode)
- Switched to Bandcamp for distribution.

Wavefront Insurgency embodies the energy of early rave culture, crafting a sonic experience that pays homage to its influential roots infusing their tracks with hypnotic rhythms and nostalgic soundscapes.

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