Chord Prism 2 MIDI chord plugin interface by Mozaic Beats

Chord Prism 2: MIDI Chord, Bassline and Arp Plugin by Mozaic Beats Free Download

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Chord Prism 2 is a MIDI plugin by Mozaic Beats that generates chords, basslines, melodies and arpeggios from a single finger. It works as a VST instrument or MIDI effect in VST2, AU and AAX formats on Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

Chord Prism 2 is built for producers who want to write chord-based parts without a deep background in theory. You play one finger on your MIDI controller, and the plugin turns that input into chords, scale-locked melodies and basslines over the progression you choose. Its Chord Generator, Smart Scale, Step Sequencers and Pattern Generators work together to shape rhythm and voicing. Version 2 adds an expanded genre-based preset library by Attack Magazine.

Best for

  • Basslines over chord progressions
  • Chord-based melody writing
  • Arpeggio sequences
  • Multi-part MIDI performance
  • Genre-based chord patterns
  • Live chord shifting
Developer
Mozaic Beats
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02Key features

What you get

  • Chord Generator with one-finger chords, strum, repeat and velocity effects
  • Smart Scale that shifts the scale with each chord selection
  • Step Sequencers for rhythmic patterns on chords, melodies and basslines
  • Pattern Generators for one-finger arpeggios and melodies
  • Multi Arp for combining arpeggio patterns into custom sequences
  • Chord Editor for step-by-step voicings, inversions and extended chords
  • Key, scale and chord sync across multiple instances in a project
  • Export of performed MIDI notes to instrument tracks
03In depth

Chord and Scale Tools for One-Finger Playing

The Chord Generator lets you play chords from any key or scale with a single finger. It offers several chord types, inversion and voice-leading options, and Strum, Repeat, Hold and Velocity effects.

The Smart Scale maps the notes you play to a scale that can follow each chord selection. Mozaic Beats describes it as offering different mappings for different experience levels. In the beginner mapping, the scale shifts with each chord, so you can keep your hand in one position while the right tones move under your fingers.

The Chord Editor goes further. It lets you adjust the notes of each chord step by step, which allows custom voicings, inversions and extended or altered chords. Version 2 also gives each Chord, Key and Scale shifter key its own independent Chord Editor.

Rhythm, Arpeggios and Multi-Instance Workflow

Step Sequencers apply rhythmic patterns to the chords, melodies and basslines you create with the Chord Generator and Smart Scale. The plugin includes a set of genre-based presets that use the sequencers.

Pattern Generators create customizable one-finger arpeggios and melodies based on the current chord. The Multi Arp combines several arpeggio patterns into one sequence. Version 2 adds melody values to the Pattern Generators and copy and paste functions.

When you run several instances in one project, they share key, scale and chord information. Mozaic Beats says this lets you add bass, melody and arpeggio parts to a progression without choosing matching notes by hand. Mute buttons let you isolate each role per instance, and you can drag the MIDI notes performed by Chord Prism onto an instrument track in your DAW.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperMozaic Beats
TypePlugin
CategoryMusic Theory Tools
FormatsVST2, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Chord Prism 2 support?

Chord Prism 2 is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS and is 64-bit only.

What do I need to use Chord Prism 2?

Chord Prism 2 requires Windows 10 or later, or macOS 11.5 or later, in 64-bit form. It is recognized as a VST instrument in most DAWs and can send MIDI to another instrument track. In Maschine and Reason, it can load a VST instrument within itself. In Logic Pro and Pro Tools, the AU and AAX versions work as MIDI FX placed before an instrument. Mozaic Beats notes it is not compatible with Pro Tools or GarageBand, though the AAX version is listed for Pro Tools.

Does Chord Prism 2 make sound by itself?

No. Chord Prism 2 does not produce sound. It generates MIDI that controls another instrument in your DAW.

Is there a trial version?

Yes, Chord Prism 2 has a trial version.