FlowSwing

Hands-on tools for exploring non-isochronous rhythmic structures.

FlowSwing is a set of Max/MSP devices for real-time rhythmic transformation and modulation. It introduces flexible timing grids that place beats at uneven positions while keeping the overall structure easy to shape with just a handful of controls. Patterns can be locked to the beats of non-isochronous grids so timing shifts dynamically as the grids change, making it easy to explore swing-like feels, asymmetric structures, and polyrhythmic interactions live—without tedious manual edits—while staying musically coherent.

The package includes devices for sample-accurate sequencing and envelope generation, step-based parameter control, and audio time-warping with editable warp markers. The devices feature performance-ready interfaces for hands-on improvisation and exploration, with modulation routing and integration with Max's pattr and snapshot systems for automation and reliable recall.

FlowSwing provides a malleable canvas for timing within digital music
practice.

Keywords

algorithmictimingMSPsequencingrhythm
Category
Author
George Sioros
Latest Version
2.6.1
Downloads
141
Rating
(1)
Max Version
9.0 or higher
Supported Platforms
macOS
Intel 64-bit, Silicon
Windows
64-bit
Links
GithubOpen in Max