Meridian
by ijo audio
Promo
Generative Euclidean MIDI Sequencer for Ableton Live
Overview
Meridian is a MIDI sequencer that merges Euclidean sequencing with generative control, allowing for the creation and evolution of complex, musical patterns in real time. Unlike traditional Euclidean sequencers, Meridian supports true polyrhythms, per-track clocking, and advanced randomisation capabilities, making it ideal for studio composition and live performance.
Meridian’s intuitive design lets you manage four independent tracks within a single device, each with its own clock, sequence length, and note logic. With added features such as preset storage, Push integration, and note/velocity randomisers, Meridian goes far beyond typical step sequencing.
£12.00
Key Features
1. Four Independent Tracks
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Each track includes controls for:
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Note duration
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Step length
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Number of events (notes)
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Pattern rotation
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Note randomisation
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Retrigger button per track for injecting stutters, fills, and live rhythmic changes.
2. Authentic Polyrhythm Generation
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Each track runs on its own independent clock.
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Supports patterns of different lengths (e.g., 5-step vs. 16-step) without forced alignment.
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Enables natural rhythmic interplay where sequences loop independently.
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Unlike Live 12’s native Euclidean device, Meridian patterns do not sync to clip length but loop as soon as they finish.
3. Jam Mode (Pattern Evolution)
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Automates the evolution of sequence settings over time.
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User-defined change rates: 1/4 note, 1/2 note, 1 bar, etc.
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Encourages non-repetitive generative rhythm building.
4. Note Jam Mode (Pitch Evolution)
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Randomises note values within a set range.
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Define low and high note limits per track.
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Pitch changes occur at chosen time intervals: 1/4 note, 1/2 note, bar, etc.
5. Per-Track Velocity Randomisation
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Humanises MIDI output by randomising note velocities.
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Adds variation and realism to machine-generated patterns.
6. Preset Storage Panel
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Save and recall up to 32 patterns.
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Ideal for saving favourite grooves or managing multiple sequences in a live set.
7. Global Controls
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Set a global subdivision affecting all four tracks.
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Two powerful global randomise buttons:
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Randomise all sequence parameters.
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Randomise all generative settings.
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8. Push Integration
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Features nine banks of Push mappings.
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Allows full control of the device without needing a laptop.
Usage Guide
1. Polyrhythmic Composition
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Easily create interlocking rhythmic layers that evolve naturally.
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Perfect for complex drum patterns, ambient textures, or modular-style sequencing.
2. Live Performance
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Switch between stored patterns using the preset matrix.
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Use Retrigger and Jam modes for improvisation.
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Perform entire sets with just Meridian and a controller.
3. Generative Music Creation
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Let sequences evolve in unexpected but musical ways.
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Use Note Jam and Jam Mode to keep ideas flowing.
Why Choose Meridian?
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Combines Euclidean rhythm logic with true polyrhythmic independence.
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Features deep randomisation without sacrificing musicality.
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Seamlessly integrates with Ableton Live and Push.
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Inspires creativity, variation, and performance-friendly control.
System Requirements
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Ableton Live 11 or 12 (Standard with Max for Live add-on or Suite)
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Max for Live 8.2.2 or higher
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Compatible with Windows and macOS
