Slicex

There are an abundance of specialized audio tools with which to capture audio income in real-time, and even process it. For instance, Slicex is the type of audio processor which intends to cut audio files into multiple parts which can then be saved and used in the piano roll.

One of the first things you need to is that the application comes both as a VST or AU plugin you can integrate into preferred audio hosts and a stand-alone application with its own GUI. Both components are delivered through the setup package, so you can benefit from the set of features in the mode you feel more comfortable with.

The application can be used with existing files on your computer, but it’s also possible to hook up a MIDI device to your computer for real-time analysis, visualization, and processing of incoming audio. The interface comes with a split view to be able to handle incoming audio and to have direct control over the waveform of the playing track.

Working with existing files can help you create neat piano roll elements which can be used as loops, which is incredibly handy for drum effects. The built-in slicer can be used to automatically attempt to split the file into clear chunks, or you can manually take the time to compose sections and add markers to perform the split later on.

As mentioned, you also benefit from support when working with a connected device. Different knobs make it possible to handle env, cut, and res, as well as options to manually adjust graphs for pan, vol, cut, res, speed, env, lfo, and vel. Audio can be recorded so you can then slice into piano roll parts.

Taking everything into consideration, we can state that Slicex is a powerful audio synthesizer overall. It can be used as a stand-alone program, or integrated into your preferred VST or AU host. You can work with real-time audio from a connected MIDI device, record, and then slice into multiple chunks, just perfect to use as loops.