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Definitions of terms used throughout Filament documentation.
Configured per instrument in the mixer, defines what MIDI messages (keyswitches, CC values, program changes) to send when switching articulations. Required for Articulation Triggers to work.
Learn moreA module on each output row that switches between playing techniques (sustain, pizzicato, tremolo) when specific trigger notes are received. Works in conjunction with articulation maps.
Learn moreThe structural preset that defines the layout of output rows, track names, and number of keyswitches in use. Banks determine which Library Sets and Orchestrations are compatible. Saved as .bank.json files.
Learn moreIntelligent voice distribution that spreads chord notes across output rows in musically sensible ways. Modes include Adaptive (follows input) and Fixed (consistent voicing regardless of input).
Learn moreOne of 8 input channels (columns) in the routing matrix that receive processed notes from voice layers before routing to output rows.
Learn moreA timing window (0-500ms) that groups notes played within the window together, allowing for imprecise playing. Available globally and per voice layer.
Learn moreOne of 12 slots that store complete orchestration states. Switching keyswitches instantly changes voice layers, routing, and module settings while keeping instruments loaded and audio uninterrupted.
Learn moreA feature that holds notes indefinitely without keeping keys pressed. Play notes, engage the latch, release your hands, and notes continue sounding until you play something new.
Learn moreA preset containing all loaded instruments, mixer settings (volume, pan, effects), articulation maps, and macro definitions. Library Sets fill a Bank's structure with actual sample libraries. Saved as .libset.json files.
Learn moreA control that maps a single incoming CC to multiple mixer parameters simultaneously. Useful for ensemble dynamics, spatial sweeps, and section balancing.
Learn moreMixer controls that scale incoming MIDI controller values before they reach the instrument. Used for balancing sections via MIDI rather than audio volume, preserving natural dynamics.
Learn moreA module that records and plays back MIDI sequences. Features 12 drop zones per output row per keyswitch, piano roll editing, loop/one-shot modes, and arpeggiation mode for reharmonization.
Learn moreA global setting controlling CPU core distribution for hosted instruments. Default is 1 (single core). Set to Auto for larger setups to distribute processing across multiple cores.
Learn moreThe musical content of a single keyswitch: voice layer configurations, routing matrix connections with transpose values, chord revoicing settings, and all module parameters. Saved as .orch.json files.
Learn moreOne of up to 64 instrument channels. Each row has a processing pipeline (Phrase Arpeggiator, Clip Launcher, Smart Modifier, Articulation Trigger) feeding a mixer channel with hosted instrument and effects.
Learn moreA pattern sequencer that generates phrases from held chords. Features row types (All, Note Position 1-8, High/Low, Fixed, Pattern modes), velocity editing, and linking across instruments.
Learn moreThe 8x64 grid connecting voice layers (8 columns) to output rows (up to 64 rows). Each connection can have its own transpose value (-24 to +24 semitones). CC messages are automatically reduced to 1:1 to prevent jitter.
Learn moreIn the Phrase Arpeggiator, determines which note from the input chord plays on each step. Types include All (full chord), Note Position (1-8), High/Low, Fixed (static notes), and Pattern modes (Up, Down, Up-Down, Down-Up, Random).
Learn moreA curve-based processor that remaps note velocities or CC values. Used for dynamics shaping, section balancing, and per-keyswitch dynamic adjustments.
Learn moreThe input router that directs incoming MIDI to the currently active keyswitch. Handles seamless transitions between keyswitch states.
Learn moreA voice layer type that distributes chord notes across multiple grid inputs using intelligent voicing. Includes harmonic truncation to limit voices and smart filtering.
Learn moreOne of 8 input processors per keyswitch that filter and transform incoming MIDI before routing. Types include All (pass-through), Low (lowest note), High (highest note), and Split (chord distribution).
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