MIDI 2.0 Native

Orchestral Attributes for
Intelligent Articulation Switching

Leverage the full power of MIDI 2.0 with native support for orchestral attribute controllers. Switch articulations naturally and expressively.

What is MIDI 2.0?

MIDI 2.0 is the next generation of the Musical Instrument Digital Interface protocol, offering dramatically enhanced resolution, bidirectional communication, and new message types specifically designed for modern music production.

  • 32-bit resolution for velocity and controllers
  • Per-note controllers and pitch bend
  • Bidirectional protocol negotiation
  • Property exchange for device configuration
// MIDI 2.0 Message Structure
Universal MIDI Packet
Message Type: 4 bits
Group: 4 bits
Status: 4 bits
Channel: 4 bits
Data: 32-bit

Orchestral Attributes

The MIDI 2.0 specification includes dedicated controllers for orchestral articulations, enabling standardized communication between your DAW and virtual instruments.

CC70

Articulation Type

Select between legato, staccato, marcato, tremolo, and other playing techniques.

CC71

Articulation Variation

Choose variations within an articulation type for nuanced expression.

CC72

Performance Intensity

Control the intensity and character of the performance dynamically.

CC73

Bow Position

For strings: sul ponticello, sul tasto, and natural bow positions.

How Articulation Switching Works

1

Send Attribute

Your DAW or controller sends an orchestral attribute message specifying the desired articulation.

2

Process & Map

Orchestral Art Live translates the attribute to the specific keyswitch or CC your instrument expects.

3

Play Naturally

The instrument responds with the correct articulation, maintaining your musical flow.

Supported Articulations

Comprehensive coverage of orchestral playing techniques across all instrument families.

Strings

  • Legato
  • Spiccato
  • Staccato
  • Tremolo
  • Pizzicato
  • Col Legno
  • Harmonics

Brass

  • Sustain
  • Marcato
  • Staccato
  • Sforzando
  • Muted
  • Falls
  • Rips

Woodwinds

  • Sustain
  • Legato
  • Staccato
  • Trills
  • Flutter
  • Multiphonics
  • Overblown

Percussion

  • Single Hits
  • Rolls
  • Flams
  • Rim Shots
  • Muted
  • Brushes
  • Mallets

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