New Shuffle MIDI Effects (8 new modes):

GATE - Random gate effect creating rhythmic gaps
HALF - Halftime feel (slower groove)
DOUBLE - Doubletime feel (faster groove)
HUMAN - Humanize timing for natural feel
VEL RND - Randomize note velocities
EUCLID - Euclidean rhythm generator
MICRO - Microtiming groove shifts
TUPLET - Triplet feel conversion

Total shuffle modes expanded from 13 to 21.

UI Improvements:

Reorganized button layout: RECORD/SYNC/QUANTIZE/HOLD OFF on top row, UNDO/CLEAR on bottom row (safer - less accidental clearing)
Quantize button now displays current value directly (e.g. "QUANTIZE 1/16") with visual pressed state when active
Increased button width for better text padding

## New Feature: MIDI Channel Mode
The new **MIDI CH** knob lets you choose between:
- **MONO**: All MIDI events consolidated to channel 1 (default)
- **MULTI**: Preserves original MIDI channel information

This new feature allows you to:
- Control multiple instruments from a single pattern
- Create arrangements with different sounds on different channels
- Record parts on separate channels for more complex compositions
- Preserve MPE data across channels for expressive controllers

## Performance Improvements
- Fixed CPU spikes when clearing patterns
- Eliminated hanging notes issues across all host applications
- Optimized multi-channel processing for better CPU efficiency
- Improved handling of MIDI note-offs to prevent stuck notes
- Enhanced recording workflow to eliminate doubled notes and artifacts
- Fixed artifacts in HOLD mode when working with external controllers

## Enhanced MIDI Recording
- Improved handling of overlapping MIDI messages during recording
- Better latency management for real-time recording
- Optimized note handling across different channels
- More reliable handling of high-resolution CC messages
- Preserved channel information for all MIDI event types

## Expanded Multichannel Support
- Full preservation of channel information for notes, CCs, pitch bend, aftertouch
- Proper handling of high-resolution (14-bit) CC pairs on different channels
- Consistent channel routing for all MIDI event types
- Improved MPE compatibility with channel-specific expression

## State Saving Enhancements
- Presets now properly save and restore channel information
- Improved backward compatibility with older project files
- More reliable plugin state restoration across DAW sessions
- Channel settings are properly persisted between sessions

## Quick Setup in AUM
1. Add Lowfi Dojo Automaton to a MIDI track in AUM
2. Turn the MIDI CH knob to "MULTI"
3. To control multiple synths:
   - Add several AUv3 synths to your session
   - Set each synth to receive on a different MIDI channel
   - Route MIDI from Lowfi Dojo Automaton to all synths
   - Record parts on different channels to control each synth separately

OR

- To use with multi-timbral synths (like SampleTank 4, Ravenscroft 275):
   - Load the multi-timbral synth and configure different sounds on different channels
   - Route MIDI from Lowfi Dojo Automaton to the synth
   - Record parts on different channels to trigger different sounds

## MPE Implementation Improvements
- Better handling of MPE pressure, timbre, and pitch data across channels
- Improved visualization of MPE data in the circular display
- Proper persistence of MPE information in patterns
- Optimized MPE event processing for better performance

## UI Improvements
- Consistent knob sizing across the interface
- Improved spacing between control rows for better usability
- Cleaner text display for MIDI CH status
- Enhanced visual feedback during recording on different channels

Happy music making!
Juan Maguid

Version 1.13 Release Notes
Bug Fixes

- Fixed an issue where notes could hang when using the CLEAR button
- Improved MIDI cleanup when clearing patterns

Improvements

Fixed MIDI routing in AUM: Eliminated the "double-hit" issue when recording notes using AUM's built-in keyboard. Notes now record cleanly without unwanted duplicates.
Enhanced MIDI handling: Improved the way MIDI events are processed during recording for more reliable performance across all hosts.
Optimized real-time recording: Better separation between the direct monitoring path and the recording path to ensure what you hear is exactly what gets recorded.

Technical Details
This release addresses a specific issue where MIDI notes would be doubled when using the virtual keyboard in AUM. The problem occurred because the same MIDI event was being sent twice - once directly to the output and once through the automation system. We've refined the MIDI routing during recording to ensure each note is only processed once.
Who Benefits?

iOS users working in AUM with the on-screen keyboard
Anyone experiencing doubled notes during recording
Users with complex MIDI routing setups

Thank you for your continued support of LowFi Dojo Automaton.

# LowFi Dojo Automaton v1.11 Release Notes

## New Features
- **Extended Arpeggiator Modes**: The Shuffle knob now features 5 new creative modes:
  - **ARP UP**: Ascending arpeggiator that plays captured notes from lowest to highest pitch
  - **ARP DN**: Descending arpeggiator that plays captured notes from highest to lowest pitch
  - **ARP RND**: Random arpeggiator that creates unpredictable patterns with varying velocities
  - **CHORD**: Creates evenly-spaced chord patterns from your recorded notes
  - **ECHO**: Adds three echoes to each note with diminishing volume for ethereal textures
- **Enhanced Visualization**: Significantly larger MIDI note display for improved visibility and more dramatic visual feedback

## Bug Fixes
- **Fixed Double Note Issue**: Eliminated a bug that could cause notes to be triggered twice when recording with certain synthesizers
- **Loop Length Flexibility**: Fixed an issue where loop lengths below 4 bars weren't properly recording MIDI events
- **Improved Parameter Handling**: Made tempo sync and loop length parameters properly update the internal event timing system

## Technical Improvements
- Enhanced stability with proper event timing normalization
- Better synchronization between UI controls and audio engine
- Improved parameter handling for smoother operation
- Visual enhancements with 5x larger note arcs and endpoint indicators for clearer visualization

Enjoy the new creative possibilities with the expanded arpeggiator modes, more reliable recording at any loop length, and a much more dramatic visual experience with the enlarged note display!

Lowfi Dojo Automaton 1.1 - Release Notes
What's New

NEW SHUFFLE FEATURE: Transform your patterns with 7 different creative algorithms

REV: Reverse your patterns in time for mirror-image melodies
SWING: Add groove with authentic swing feel timing adjustments
SHIFT: Shift your pattern forward in time for new rhythmic perspectives
OCT: Create dynamic octave jumps for expanded melodic range
DUR: Experiment with varying note durations for textural changes
STUT: Add rhythmic stutter effects to selected notes
ARP: Instantly transform any chord or pattern into flowing arpeggios

Improvements

Enhanced visual feedback with improved circular display
Non-destructive editing - toggle shuffle effects on/off without losing your original patterns
More responsive UI with smoother control transitions
Improved compatibility with various DAWs and MIDI controllers

Bug Fixes

Fixed timing issues when using tempo sync with longer patterns
Improved quantization accuracy for off-grid notes
Enhanced performance on systems with limited resources
Various minor stability improvements

Lowfi Dojo Automaton continues to evolve as your creative MIDI companion for generating unique musical ideas. We value your feedback and are committed to making the plugin even better with each update!