LowFi Dojo Automaton is a creative MIDI automation AUv3 plugin that brings the fun back to MIDI recording and automation. Born from the need to simplify MIDI automation, it transforms the often complex tasks of MIDI recording and parameter control into an engaging, visual experience. Originally designed for AUM on iOS to provide essential MIDI recording capabilities, it also works seamlessly with Logic Pro on macOS and AudioBus 3 on iOS.
**Note: This is an AUv3 MIDI effect plugin and does not function as a standalone app. While primarily developed for AUM and tested with Logic Pro, it also works great in Audiobus3 and Loopy Pro**
Why Automaton?
Traditional MIDI recording and automation can be intimidating with complex interfaces and technical barriers. Automaton takes a different approach, focusing on making both MIDI note recording and parameter automation accessible and enjoyable through an intuitive circular interface that lets you see your music and movements as you create them. Perfect for AUM users who need a straightforward yet powerful MIDI recording and automation solution.
Key Features
- Intuitive circular visualization with color-coded notes and automation paths
- Real-time MIDI recording and playback for both notes and CC messages
- Comprehensive MIDI CC automation recording and smooth playback
- Support for standard MIDI CCs, high-resolution CCs, and channel mode messages
- Visualize automation movements with dynamic particle effects
- Record and playback parameter changes from supported synthesizers
- Adjustable loop length and playback speed
- Note quantization options (1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32)
- Octave shifting (-4 to +4 octaves)
- MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) support
- Smooth automation transitions
- HOLD mode for sustained notes
Getting Started in AUM
Load the plugin:
Tap the '+' button in AUM
Select "MIDI Effect"
Choose "LowFi Dojo Automaton"
Set up MIDI routing:
Connect your MIDI keyboard/controller to the plugin's input
Connect the plugin's output to your synth/instrument
Basic recording:
Press Play in AUM (recording requires transport to be active)
Press the "RECORD" button to start recording
Play your MIDI keyboard/controller and move synth parameters
Watch as notes and automation paths appear in the circular display
Press "RECORD" again to stop
Your recorded sequence will automatically loop
Fine-tuning:
Adjust "LOOP LENGTH" to change the sequence duration
Use "SPEED" to control playback tempo
Toggle "QUANTIZE" to snap notes to the grid
Use "OCTAVE" to shift notes up or down
Toggle "HOLD" to switch between sustained notes (ON) and short triggers (OFF)
Adjust "SMOOTH" to control automation transition smoothness
Automation Recording
When used with compatible synthesizers and instruments, Automaton can record and play back various types of MIDI control data:
Parameter movements (filter cutoff, resonance, etc.)
Expression controls
Modulation
Aftertouch
Pitch bend
Any MIDI CC supported by your instrument
Logic Pro Usage
When using LowFi Dojo Automaton in Logic Pro:
Insert as a MIDI effect plugin in your track's signal chain
Ensure the transport is running for recording functionality
All features work identically to iOS operation
Compatible with Logic's Smart Controls automation
