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Groove Agent SE 5.2.0

Operation Manual

Table of Contents
Using the Standalone Version of the Plug-in
Master Volume

Introduction
Common Editing Methods
Some common controls and concepts exist throughout the program. For example, presets can be used in several different sections and contexts, but their handling is always the same.
Getting Started
These sections help you to get started with Groove Agent SE and introduce program functions and settings.
Managing and Loading Files
You can manage your files using the Load panel.
Working With Pads
Groove Agent SE features two different types of pads: instrument pads and pattern pads. Instrument pads are used to trigger samples. Pattern pads trigger MIDI drum patterns or styles.
Beat Agent SE
Beat Agent SE is a full beat production instrument with all the tools and sounds to create amazing beats for any electronic or urban music genre.
Acoustic Agent SE
Acoustic Agent SE is a next-generation virtual acoustic drummer that offers first-class drum sounds and an integrated player that creates the perfect accompaniment for your songs.
Mixing and Effect Handling
You perform your mixing operations on the Mixer page.
Effects Reference
Groove Agent SE comes with a collection of high-quality studio effects.
Automation and MIDI Controllers
You can automate Groove Agent SE parameters from within the host application, and you can assign MIDI controllers to the Groove Agent SE parameters.
Global Functions and Settings
In the plug-in functions section, on the toolbar, and on the Options page, you can find global functions and settings for Groove Agent SE.
Using the Standalone Version of the Plug-in
- Preferences Settings
  You can configure the standalone version of Groove Agent SE via the Plug-in Preferences dialog.
- Preferences Dialog
  The Plug-in Preferences dialog has several pages on which you can make settings.
- Selecting the MIDI Input and the Audio Output
- Scratch Pad
  The scratch pad allows you to record and play back MIDI files in Standard MIDI File format (SMF). You can load existing MIDI files, and you can record your own files and save them.
- Loading a MIDI File
  You can load MIDI files in Standard MIDI File format (file name extension .mid).
- Saving a MIDI File
- Master Volume
Mixer Routing Diagrams

Master Volume

Use the volume control on the right to set the master volume of the outputs of the standalone version of Groove Agent SE.

Saving a MIDI File Mixer Routing Diagrams

Groove Agent SE 5.2.0

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