Mela 7.11: Build Flexible Effects with Splitter

Mela 7.11 introduces Splitter, a new Mela Lab module for building flexible signal-processing chains. It works like a Stack, but submodules at alternating positions act as splitters: each one processes the incoming audio, passes its output to the following submodule, and sends the remaining signal to the next splitter. The final output combines all processed signals with any residual left at the end.

This design makes it easy to build multiband processors with filters, process left/right or mid/side signals independently, crossfade between processing chains, or separate transient and sustain processing with an Envelope Follower. The update also adds a Free mode to Arpeggiator, improves the Stack and Unison interfaces and signal flow, refreshes Chorus, Flanger, and Phaser, and includes several patch and workflow refinements.

For the full details, check out the Changelog.

Latest Tutorial

This tutorial demonstrates three ways to use Splitter: building a two-band processor, creating the Haas effect by independently delaying the left channel, and separating transient and sustain processing by using an Envelope Follower to modulate a Level module.

Why should I get Mela? What’s so special about it?

Mela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. Its 3 core strengths are:

1. Visual and modular. An intuitive interface makes it easy to build custom polyphonic synthesisers, unique audio effects, and complex MIDI processors.
2. Flexible. It can be a core part of your setup or a small utility for specific tasks. Run it standalone or as multiple plug-in instances on iOS and macOS.
3. Continuously evolving. New features and modules are added regularly, shaped directly by user feedback.

Artist Patches & Themes

There are dedicated pages for Artist Patches and Artist Themes. If you have created Mela patches (whether paid or free) or a theme you want to share with others let me know and I’ll happily link them there.

About Me

Hi, my name is Nikolozi Meladze. I’m the creator of Mela. I’m developing it as my primary tool for music-making and live performance. I’ve been releasing music since 2010, exploring all sub-genres of electronic music. Be sure to check out my discography.