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Parameter Automation
MNodes exposes up to 128 parameters to your DAW for automation. Any widget parameter can be automated.
Exposing Parameters
- Select a node with a widget (knob, slider, toggle, etc.)
- In the Inspector, find the parameter you want to automate
- Enable "Expose to DAW"
- The parameter is now available in your DAW's automation list
Automation Slots
MNodes has a fixed pool of 128 automation slots. Each exposed parameter occupies one slot. You can:
- Assign any widget parameter to a slot
- Unbind a parameter to free the slot
- Reassign slots as needed
When you delete a node, its automation bindings are automatically cleaned up.
Recording Automation
- Enable automation write mode in your DAW
- Start playback
- Move parameters in MNodes
- Your DAW records the movements as automation lanes
Automatable Parameters
All widget-type parameters can be automated:
- Knob values
- Slider values
- Toggle states
- ComboBox selections
- XY Pad axes
Internal Modulation
For modulation within MNodes (not via DAW automation), use CV connections:
| Modulator | Use |
|---|---|
| LFO | Rhythmic, repeating modulation |
| Envelope (ADSR) | Time-based, note-triggered modulation |
| Sequencer | Step-based, pattern modulation |
| Random CV | Generative, unpredictable modulation |
| Sample & Hold | Stepped random values |
Connect any CV output to a parameter's CV input for internal modulation at audio rate.
