David Hart has updated dh Slice, available for $9.99. The update is FREE for existing owners.
What’s new in version 4.0:
- Side-chain Recording (AU):
- Record audio directly from a host DAW track — insert slice as an effect on an audio track, tap Rec, and capture the audio for slicing, Works in AUM and Cubasis (audio track insert).
- Live input metering during side-chain recording.
- MIDI-triggered recording: CC#116 or Note CO to start/stop hands-free.
- Dual AU Reaistration:
- Slice now appears as both an instrument (MIDI tracks) and a music effect (audio tracks) in host DAWs
- Full functionality in both modes
- Real-Time FX in AU:
- New FX tab with High-Pass Filter, Low-Pass Filter, and Compressor.
- All FX process in real-time through the AU render block
- XY pad visualisation with interactive touch control.
- Compressor transfer curve with live attack/release envelope overlay.
- FX presets for quick setup.
- EQ in AU:
- EQ tab now available in AU mode with real- time 8-band parametric EQ.
- Biquad cascade processing – all 7 filter types (peaking, HP, LP, shelf, notch, bandpass).
- EQ presets in 2-column layout.
- Transient Detection Improvements:
- Transient hitpoints now snap to zero crossings, eliminating ~11ms offset
- Green/red markers snap accurately to transients in Trans snap mode
- Consistent detection between standalone and AU versions
- Bug Fixes & Improvements:
- Fixed slice 1 not responding to tap when start marker was at position 0,
- Fixed per-slice Reverse, Silence, Normalize, Fade In/Out not syncing to native audio engine.
- Fixed app accumulating temp files causing storage bloat (up to 4GB).
- Automatic cleanup of stale temp files on launch and backaround
- Export button now available in AU mode.
- Start button no longer silently moves playhead – stays at position until Preview.
- Save uses native file picker instead of share sheet
- Load button wired for opening saved sessions.
- Hidden mic recording option in AU mode (prevents host audio interruption).
- Finger-friendly slider controls throughout AU interface.
- 2-column preset layout for reduced scrolling. FX value labels no longer clipped by sidebar.
Slice turns any audio file into a MIDI- playable instrument.
Load a sample, set your region, detect hitpoints, and commit your slices. Each slice maps chromatically from C1 upward, ready to play from any MIDI controller or your DAW’s piano roll.
Core features:
- Automatic hitpoint detection with adjustable threshold and sensitivity.
- Manual green and red locators for precise region selection.
- Destructive trim to isolate exactly the audio you need.
- Zero-crossing snap eliminates clicks at slice boundaries.
- Stackable per-slice fade-in and fade-out for precise pop removal.
- Loop playback that respects your start and end markers.
- Real-time waveform display with slice overlay and playhead tracking.
AUv3 plugin:
- Runs as an Audio Unit instrument inside any compatible host.
- Full state save and restore – your slices survive project close and reopen.
- Freeze and unfreeze support for off-line rendering in Cubasis.
- MIDI note triggering with polyphonic voice allocation, Visual slice feedback on incoming MIDI notes
Standalone app:
- Load audio from Files or iCloud Preview and audition before committing,
- Full editing suite with EQ, FX, and envelope controls in main app,
- Export individual slices as WAV files.
Workflow:
- Load any audio file.
- Set green and red markers around your region.
- Trim to selection.
- Detect hitpoints or place them manually.
- Commit slices.
- Play via MIDI – each slice mapped from C1 chromatically.
- Whether you are chopping breaks, slicing vocals, or building kits from field recordings, slice gives you a fast, focused workflow with no clutter.
Works with Cubasis, AUM and any AUv3 compatible host.
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