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Expressive Chords

Ableton

Expressive Chords is a Max for Live device that transforms single MIDI notes into rich, dynamic chords, enabling intuitive harmonic exploration and performance. It organizes 52 chord presets by feel rather than traditional music theory, and features MPE support for expressive control on Push and other controllers. The device lets you explore curated chord sets or create custom ones, making it ideal for idea generation and live chord performance.

Key Features

0152 presets with 52 chord variations
0236 chord sets by Render Audio plus 16 by Ableton and Andrew Bruce
03MPE support for expressive performance on Push
04Strum, inversion, and articulation control during playback
05Chord dynamics, note order, and timing adjustment
06Random variation introduction while playing
07Automation support for articulation, inversion, and dynamics
08Max for Live patch customization

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