Call a vst preset
Hi, I tried the vst object, I would like to recall a preset of it from max, which message should I use ??
the presets are called by single numbers i.e.
"7"
Thanks i have to connect message box with "7" as argument??
if you really want to start using max without reading any tutorials or examples (which i totally support), you should check out the help file of the vst object, which you can find via the little colorwheel or via the contextmenu.
help files are essential. most objects have nice helpfiles which show you the basic operation of it.
and if you find something in a helpfile which you also dont know yet, read their helpfiles, too.
for a full list of commands for and functions of objects try the reference. i usually use the online version. google "max msp vst" or "max reference vst" and you are there.
(google "max reference number" first.)
Thanks, but the question is not answered in 'help vst, I found nothing on google, so I asked, thank you!
Simon,
Presets on synths (and plugins) are often called "programs." I believe this is because there is a MIDI standard called "Program Change" which allows you to change presets/programs on a MIDI compatible synth or effect unit.
On the State Saving page of the Max help file for [vst~], it mentions "change program (1 is the first program)". It is telling you that an integer, like 1, will set your vst to preset 1. Similarly, sending the integer 2 to [vst~] will bring up preset 2.
The help files are loaded with great information. I agree with Roman that you should spend some time in the help files. Especially those with multiple pages (look for the tabs across the top of the help patch).
Also, in the Max reference window (which is attached to your max patch) under messages, it says "int - Change the plug-in preset." That just means sending an integer message to the [vst~] object will set the loaded vst to the preset corresponding to the integer.
Hope this is helpful,
Mitch