Yes, SoundID Voice AI can be automated using MIDI controllers through standard MIDI mapping techniques available in most digital audio workstations. You can assign MIDI controllers to various plugin parameters, allowing for hands-on control of voice processing effects, preset switching, and parameter adjustments during recording or live performance sessions.
What is MIDI automation and how does it work with audio plugins?
MIDI automation allows you to control audio plugin parameters using physical hardware controllers or programmed MIDI data. This system works by sending MIDI control change messages from your controller to your DAW, which then translates these messages into parameter adjustments within your audio plugins.
The process involves three key components: your MIDI controller sends control change (CC) messages, your DAW receives and interprets these messages, and the target plugin responds by adjusting the mapped parameters. Most modern DAWs support MIDI learn functionality, which simplifies the mapping process considerably.
For voice processing plugins like SoundID Voice AI, MIDI automation becomes particularly useful because vocal processing often requires dynamic adjustments. You might want to adjust reverb levels during different song sections, switch between vocal presets, or modify pitch correction intensity based on the performer’s needs.
How do you set up MIDI control for SoundID Voice AI parameters?
Setting up MIDI control for SoundID Voice AI follows the standard plugin automation workflow found in most DAWs. The process typically involves MIDI learn functionality or manual parameter mapping through your DAW’s automation system.
Start by loading SoundID Voice AI onto your vocal track and identifying which parameters you want to control. Common choices include preset switching, wet/dry mix levels, and any real-time processing controls. Next, access your DAW’s MIDI learn mode or automation mapping section.
Most DAWs allow you to right-click on plugin parameters and select “Learn MIDI” or similar options. Once activated, move the control on your MIDI controller that you want to assign, and the DAW will create the mapping automatically. For more precise control, you can manually assign specific MIDI CC numbers to parameters through your DAW’s automation menu.
Remember that SoundID Voice AI works as a VST3, AU, or AAX plugin, so the exact mapping process will depend on your specific DAW. Popular DAWs like Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and FL Studio all support this functionality with slightly different workflows.
Which MIDI controllers work best with voice processing plugins?
The best MIDI controllers for voice processing combine tactile feedback with intuitive layouts that allow quick parameter adjustments during recording or performance. Controllers with physical knobs, faders, and buttons work particularly well for voice processing applications.
For studio use, compact controllers like the Novation Launch Control XL or Behringer BCF2000 provide multiple knobs and faders perfect for adjusting voice processing parameters. These controllers offer enough physical controls to map several plugin parameters simultaneously without menu diving.
Live performance scenarios benefit from controllers with preset switching capabilities and clear visual feedback. The Akai Professional APC40 or Native Instruments Maschine series work well because they combine transport controls with parameter adjustment capabilities.
Consider controllers with motorised faders if budget allows, as they provide visual feedback of current parameter positions. This becomes important when switching between different vocal processing setups or when multiple users work with the same system.
| Controller Type | Best For | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Compact Knob Controllers | Studio recording | Multiple assignable knobs, small footprint |
| Fader Controllers | Mixing and automation | Smooth parameter sweeps, visual feedback |
| Pad Controllers | Live performance | Preset switching, transport control |
What are the benefits of automating voice AI processing with MIDI?
MIDI automation transforms voice AI processing from a static effect into a dynamic creative tool that responds to musical context and performance needs. This approach allows for more musical and responsive vocal processing that adapts to different song sections and vocal performances.
Real-time parameter control enables you to adjust voice processing intensity based on the vocalist’s delivery. You might increase pitch correction during challenging passages while reducing it during expressive moments, or switch between different vocal characters for various song sections.
The workflow benefits extend beyond just parameter control. MIDI automation allows you to create repeatable setups that can be recalled instantly, making it easier to maintain consistency across multiple recording sessions or live performances.
For creative applications, MIDI automation opens up performance possibilities that wouldn’t be practical with mouse-based control. You can create dramatic voice transformations, sync voice processing changes to musical events, or even perform voice processing changes as part of your musical arrangement.
Additionally, MIDI automation data can be recorded and edited just like any other MIDI information, allowing you to perfect your voice processing moves and create complex automated sequences that would be impossible to perform manually.
Whether you’re working in the studio or performing live, MIDI automation gives you the tools to make voice AI processing more responsive, creative, and integrated into your overall musical workflow. Learn more about SoundID Voice AI’s capabilities and how it can enhance your vocal production process.
At Sonarworks, we designed our voice processing tools to work seamlessly with standard MIDI workflows, giving you the flexibility to integrate AI-powered voice processing into your existing creative process without disrupting your established workflow patterns.
