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Mela 6.11: Big Improvements to MIDI Modules, Smoother Voice Stealing
This video highlights new features in Mela 6.11. Oscillator modules now include new trigger modes, and Amp Envelopes support reset-to-zero for smoother voice stealing. MIDI Processor modules have also been improved to be more performance-oriented. By modulating their parameters, you can create dynam Mela 6.11: Big Improvements to MIDI Modules, Smoother Voice Stealing

Mela 6.11 highlights:
- Oscillator modules now include new trigger modes.
- Amp Envelopes support reset-to-zero for smoother voice stealing.
- MIDI Processor modules are now more performance-oriented.
- By modulating their parameters can create algorithmic compositions.

19.10.2025 10:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Changelog | Mela See all of the latest product updates from Mela. Most recent update: 6.11.

The Amp Envelope adds reset-to-zero support, enabling smoother voice stealing by briefly fading out stolen voices before reuse.

There's a lot more in this update. For the full details, check out the changelog: nikolozi.com/mela/ch....

16.10.2025 13:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The Oscillator modules gain improved phase control. The Phase parameter now updates in real time rather than only on note-on, and it can be modulated at slow rates for vibrato or at audio rates for custom PM synthesis.

16.10.2025 13:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Mela 6.11 is here with big improvements to the MIDI Processor and oscillator modules. For example, you can now creatively modulate Chord and Transposer parameters, including the On parameter and hear changes instantly without needing to feed them a new note-on event.

16.10.2025 13:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Not sure how exciting this is for Mela users, but I've wanted reset-to-zero behaviour in Mela's Amp Env for ages to make clickless note stealing possible. Finally cracked it, feels good!

01.10.2025 11:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Working on the FM Operator for Mela 6.11. It will have more parameters but a more compact UI, making it easier to stack and group into FM algorithms.

30.09.2025 04:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
What's New in Mela 6.10
This video highlights the new features in Mela 6.10, with a focus on the enhancements to the module On parameter. The On parameter is now designed with performance in mind rather than serving only as a utility. For example, it can be modulated to smoothly fade a module in and out. ~ About Mela ~ Me What's New in Mela 6.10

The video highlights the new features in Mela 6.10, with a focus on the enhancements to the module On parameter. The On parameter is now designed with performance in mind rather than serving only as a utility. e.g. it can be modulated to fade a module in and out smoothly.

25.09.2025 12:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Changelog | Mela See all of the latest product updates from Mela. Most recent update: 6.10.

Finally, the built-in help for all modules has been fully refreshed and is now consistent with Core Concepts terminology.

There's a lot more in this update. For the full details, check out the Changelog:

25.09.2025 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

This update extends the feature further: percentage, decibel, and multiplier units can now be used interchangeably. For example, entering `-6dB` is equivalent to `50%`, while entering `2x` is equivalent to `+6dB`.

25.09.2025 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Version 6.7 introduced flexible parameter entry, allowing you to type values in one unit and have Mela automatically convert them. For example, you could enter a delay amount in hertz and it would be converted to milliseconds.

25.09.2025 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Previously, it would disable a module's internal processing, but now switching states smoothly fades the module in and out. These changes mean the On parameter no longer causes clicks in audio when changing state and can also be modulated creatively.

25.09.2025 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

This update focuses on the On parameter, which is now designed with performance in mind rather than serving only as a utility. It has changed from a binary type to a continuous one.

25.09.2025 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Mela 6.10 is here with a range of important enhancements. The changelog may look shorter than usual, but a lot of work has been done behind the scenes.

25.09.2025 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

If you create iPad or macOS music-making screen recordings, enable the HDR mode.

This is new on OS 26.

17.09.2025 08:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
What's New in Mela 6.9
This video highlights the new features in Mela 6.9. It introduces the improved Core Concepts chapter of the user guide, which now offers unified signal definitions and a clear explanation of signal flow. The new Pitch Oscilloscope module is demonstrated, showing how it visualises audio waveforms wit What's New in Mela 6.9

This video highlights the new features introduced in Mela 6.9.

04.09.2025 13:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
What's New in Mela 6.9
This video highlights the new features in Mela 6.9. It introduces the improved Core Concepts chapter of the user guide, which now offers unified signal definitions and a clear explanation of signal flow. The new Pitch Oscilloscope module is demonstrated, showing how it visualises audio waveforms wit What's New in Mela 6.9

This video highlights the new features introduced in Mela 6.9.

04.09.2025 13:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Mela 6.9 is here! This update introduces the Phase Distortion and Pitch Oscilloscope modules, expands the Rectifier and oscillator features, and delivers a major overhaul of the Core Concepts chapter in the user guide.

Get the update from the App Store.

04.09.2025 12:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Gain Computer Part 7: Create a Custom De-esser
Continuing the Gain Computer tutorial series, this video starts with a basic compressor, transforms it into a wideband de-esser, and then modifies it into a split-band version. ~ About Mela ~ Mela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. With its intuitive interface, you can seam Gain Computer Part 7: Create a Custom De-esser

Continuing the Gain Computer tutorial series, this video starts with a basic compressor, transforms it into a wideband de-esser, and then modifies it into a split-band version.

27.08.2025 07:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Gain Computer Part 6: Custom Side-Chain Processing
Part 6 of the Gain Computer tutorial series demonstrates how to pre-process side-chain signals and configure the preset for external side-chain input. ~ About Mela ~ Mela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. With its intuitive interface, you can seamlessly build fully custom Gain Computer Part 6: Custom Side-Chain Processing

Part 6 of the Gain Computer tutorial series demonstrates how to pre-process side-chain signals and configure the preset for external side-chain input.

22.08.2025 13:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Gain Computer Part 5: Create Look-Ahead Compressor
Continuing the Gain Computer tutorial series, this video takes the basic compressor created earlier and turns it into a look-ahead compressor. ~ About Mela ~ Mela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. With its intuitive interface, you can seamlessly build fully custom polyphon Gain Computer Part 5: Create Look-Ahead Compressor

Continuing the Gain Computer tutorial series, this video takes the basic compressor created earlier and turns it into a look-ahead compressor.

20.08.2025 06:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Gates and Limiters*

15.08.2025 07:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Gain Computer Part 4: Create Gates & Limiters
Part 4 of the Gain Computer tutorial series demonstrates how to easily create gates and compressors. ~ About Mela ~ Mela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. With its intuitive interface, you can seamlessly build fully custom polyphonic synthesisers, unique audio effects, and Gain Computer Part 4: Create Gates & Limiters

Part 4 of the Gain Computer tutorial series demonstrates how to easily create gates and compressors.

15.08.2025 06:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Gain Computer Part 3: Create Upward Compressors & Expanders
Part 3 of the Gain Computer tutorial series demonstrates how to easily create upward compressors and expanders. ~ About Mela ~ Mela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. With its intuitive interface, you can seamlessly build fully custom polyphonic synthesisers, unique audio e Gain Computer Part 3: Create Upward Compressors & Expanders

Part 3 of the Gain Computer tutorial series demonstrates how to easily create upward compressors and expanders. youtu.be/Se02bpbYKn4

13.08.2025 06:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Mela User Guide | Nikolozi โ€” Artist & Engineer Mela User Guide Version 6.8 Welcome Hi, Iโ€™m Nikolozi, the creator of Mela. I developed it as my primary tool for music-making and live performance, and I hope it becomes an integral part of your creative process. If you create something with Mela, tag me on social mediaโ€”Iโ€™d love to see your work! I recommend reading the Core Concepts section to get started quickly. Itโ€™s concise and covers all the essentials.

Updated the User Guide by expanding the Core Concepts chapter to include up-to-date Mela concepts and features.
nikolozi.com/mela/us...

08.08.2025 08:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Gain Computer Part 2:  Feed-Forward vs Feedback Compressor
Continuing the Gain Computer tutorial series, this video demonstrates how to create a feedback-style compressor. Towards the end, it compares feed-forward and feedback topologies. In this case, the difference is subtle, so headphones are recommended for the best results. ~ About Mela ~ Mela is a mo Gain Computer Part 2: Feed-Forward vs Feedback Compressor

Continuing the Gain Computer tutorial series, this video demonstrates how to create a feedback-style compressor. Towards the end, it compares feed-forward and feedback topologies. In this case, the difference is subtle, so headphones are recommended for the best results. youtu.be/cBpqQENSyHE

07.08.2025 08:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Gain Computer Part 1: What is it?
This video kicks off a tutorial series on the Gain Computer module. The series demonstrates different ways the module can be used to create various types of dynamics processors. Part 1 provides a quick overview of the module and uses the Gain module to build simple compressor and expander effects. Gain Computer Part 1: What is it?

This video kicks off a tutorial series on the Gain Computer module. Part 1 provides a quick overview of the module and uses the Gain module to build simple compressor and expander effects. youtu.be/rpRiuUm93B0

06.08.2025 14:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Found an early draft from October 2023 outlining plans for Mela to go polyphonic and then later on to unify all lane types into a single, universal lane. Surprised how closely Mela updates followed that vision.

05.08.2025 08:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
What's New in Mela 6.8
This video highlights the new features in Mela 6.8, including a high-level overview of the Gain Computer module and how to use it to create downward and upward compressors and expanders. It also explains feedforward and feedback dynamics processor topologies, demonstrates how the Gain module simplif What's New in Mela 6.8

Discover whatโ€™s new in Mela 6.8: Gain Computer for custom dynamics, downward/upward compression and expansion, feedforward vs feedback, easier routing with Gain, plus latency support. youtu.be/sZ4kqOohys0

31.07.2025 15:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โ€ŽMela โ€“ AUv3: Synth, FX, MIDI โ€ŽMela is a modular music-making tool that scales with your needs. With its intuitive interface, you can seamlessly build fully custom polyphonic synthesisers, unique audio effects, and complex MIDI processors. Mela can run as a standalone app on iOS and macOS or as an AUv3 plug-in inside your favouriโ€ฆ

Grab Mela from the App Store: apps.apple.com/app/m...

31.07.2025 13:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The "Latency Test" factory preset can help users check DAW support and assist developers with testing and debugging their hosts.

31.07.2025 13:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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