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OCTOPULSE

V2 Biomimetic Rhythm Engine

Inspired by the mighty octopus, eight individually adjustable pulse brains with flexible global control for probabilistic polyrhythms, polymetric layers, Euclidean behavior and more…
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Octopulse is a Max for Live rhythm engine created by Ableton Certified Trainer Noah Pred. It combines eight independent pulse generators—each with its own clock, base rate, multiplier, division, length, and offset—into a cohesive rhythmic system with shared global controls.

Designed for generative and performance workflows, Octopulse produces probabilistic polyrhythms, Euclidean patterns, and evolving melodic or percussive structures that always stay in key. All output conforms to Live 12’s scale and key or can be pinned locally, while discrete routing via the included X-Relay utility lets each pulse target any destination in your set.

 NEW IN VERSION 2

  • Expanded Euclidean pattern depth and inversion control
  • Enhanced per-pulse offset control
  • Per-pulse transposition for highly controlled melodic gestures
  • Discrete MIDI destinations for each pulse
  • Refined polyphonic and monophonic modes with additive transposition
  • Improved global randomization with parameter locking
  • Updated swing behavior and overall performance optimization


Press for Octopulse:

ATTACK MAGAZINE

Each pulse arm supports full randomization of pitch, rate, multiplier, octave, and velocity, or can be locked to maintain specific parameters during global randomization. Euclidean sequencing enables structured rhythmic fills with controllable step count, direction, inversion, and offset. Optional cycle resets keep polymetric layers in time with the bar, while adjustable swing and offset controls introduce natural groove. Octopulse responds to incoming MIDI for real-time transposition, supports both polyphonic and monophonic playback, and includes dedicated modes for melodic or drum-rack programming. With scale awareness, Push optimization, and extensive parameter control, Octopulse delivers deep rhythmic variation with immediate, musical results.


KEY FEATURES

  • Eight independent pulse arms with adjustable base rates, multipliers, divisors, lengths, offsets, and per-pulse resets
  • Polyrhythmic and Euclidean sequencing with up to 64-step patterns, inversions, and directional control
  • Global and per-pulse randomization with optional parameter locking for controlled variation
  • Independent base rates, divisors, multipliers, and offsets per pulse for complex layering
  • Local and global scale pinning with Global Hub support and Live 12 scale awareness
  • Polyphonic and monophonic output modes with additive transposition
  • Per-pulse routing to discrete MIDI destinations via X-Relay
  • Instrument Mode toggle for switching between melodic and drum programming
  • Global Euclidean editing, proportional step fill, and “all multipliers to 1” reset
  • Multiplier mode selection (All, Odd, or Even) for flexible rhythmic structures
  • Advanced pulse editing with per-pulse cycle offsets, independent reset cycles, and X Mode settings
  • Adjustable swing, force-legato option, and real-time transposition from incoming MIDI
  • Push-optimized interface with Info View annotations and improved performance throughout
Info View Annotated
Learn all you need to know directly in Live - just open the Info View and hover your mouse over any parameter.
Scale Aware
Natively integrated with Live 12's scale and key for seamless workflow.
Theme Adaptive
Device colors automatically adapt to your preferred Live theme.
Optimized for Push
All parameters ready and available in Push.


Requires: Ableton Live 11.1.x or higher running Max for Live 8.1.x on Mac or PC.

Includes: Octopulse device, Utility Boost, manual.

Included with: Ultra Bundle, Max MIDI Bundle.