Beat Panner by Sound Particles panning sequencer plugin interface

Beat Panner: Rhythmic Panning Sequencer Plugin by Sound Particles

Beat Panner is a panning sequencer plugin by Sound Particles that lets you build step-based movement patterns for sounds in space. Patterns can be synced to your song, with up to 32 steps per channel.

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01Overview

Beat Panner takes a different approach to panning. Instead of placing a sound once and leaving it there, it lets you program movement patterns and run them across the stereo field or in 3D space. Sound Particles positions the plugin for producers, musicians, DJs, sound designers and mix engineers who want panning to be part of the composition. It works across stereo, surround and a wide range of multichannel layouts, so the same movement ideas can carry from a club mix to a film or immersive project.

Best for

  • Rhythmic synth panning
  • Stereo width movement
  • Surround and immersive mixing
  • Sound design motion
  • Post-production spatial effects
  • Chorus and verse variation
Category
Stereo Width
Store
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02Key features

What you get

  • Step-based sequencer with up to 32 steps per channel
  • Four independent sequence patterns in a single instance
  • Smooth transitions or sharp, rhythmic jumps
  • Float, divergence and subtle movement tools
  • Built-in mixer with virtual center control
  • Stereo and 3D views for spatial positioning
  • Dozens of presets and a Random Dice for inspiration
  • Mono, stereo and over 30 multichannel formats
03In depth

Step-Based Movement and Rhythmic Panning

The core of Beat Panner is its step-based sequencer. You can create movement patterns with up to 32 steps per channel, turning simple sounds into rhythmic elements that pulse and travel across the mix.

You can choose between smooth transitions and sharp, rhythmic jumps. Float, divergence and subtle movement tools are included to keep sequences from sounding static, so repeated patterns can still feel alive and unpredictable.

Each instance holds four independent sequence patterns. You can switch between them to give a section its own energy, for example using one pattern for verses and a different one for a chorus.

Spatial Views, Multichannel Support and Presets

A built-in mixer provides virtual center control, along with multiple stereo and 3D views that show where your sounds sit in space. This makes it easier to position elements precisely and to understand how movement will translate across the field.

Beat Panner supports mono, stereo and more than 30 multichannel formats, including 5.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.4, 9.1.6, IMAX 12.0, NHK 22.2 and 360 RA. Sound Particles also includes dozens of presets and a Random Dice for exploring unexpected combinations as a starting point.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

DeveloperSound Particles
TypePlugin
CategoryStereo Width
FormatsVST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Beat Panner support?

Beat Panner is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS and is a 64-bit plugin.

What do I need to run Beat Panner?

On macOS you need version 10.15 or higher, and both Intel and native Apple Silicon Macs are supported. On Windows you need Windows 10 or higher. The minimum is a 2-core CPU, 4 GB of RAM and 600 MB of disk space, with a 4-core CPU and 8 GB of RAM recommended. AAX use requires Pro Tools 11 or later in 64-bit mode.

Can Beat Panner handle surround sound?

Yes. Beat Panner supports more than 30 multichannel formats, including 5.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.4, 9.1.6, IMAX 12.0, NHK 22.2 and 360 RA, in addition to mono and stereo.

07Developer

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