MidiShaper
by Cableguys · Utility · MIDI LFO / envelope generator
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MIDI CC plug-in with four drawable LFOs and envelopes for modulating synths and effects.
Best for: Keys & Synths, Sound Design. Genres: Electronic & EDM.
Keywords: MIDI-controllable, synths, modulation matrix, sound design, utility.
What it does
MidiShaper is a MIDI CC plugin with drawable modulation.
- Sources: four drawable LFOs and four AHDSR envelopes.
- Routing: to Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, Aftertouch and up to six MIDI CCs.
- Timing: DAW sync or free-running, and note triggering to restart LFO phase.
Source: Cableguys product page
When to use it
Adds LFO-style movement to synths and effects that lack it, including hardware.
- Best for: modulating synths and hardware through MIDI CC.
Where to buy
- Plugin Boutique: $29 (regular $49)
- Cableguys: $55.64 (Listed at €49; converted at €1 = $1.1355 (ECB rate, 29 Sep 2026))
Tutorials and reviews
- MidiShaper by Cableguys - Review & Tutorial
- Control Your Hardware and Software with MidiShaper
- Presenting MidiShaper, a cool way to automate midi CC messages with in Bitwig or Reaper
- Modulating Apple Logic with MidiShaper
- Routing MidiShaper in Ableton Live
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