Virtue VCV Rack Plugin
MIDI Controller Hardware Interface Modules for VCV Rack
Virtue VCV Rack Modules |
Module Usage |
vMIDI™ Protocol
Virtue Control modules have companion modules available
in VCV Rack that allow seamless control of your VCV Rack patches with hands-on hardware
controls. Virtue Control modules are professional controllers perfect for use in
the studio or on stage. Map controls directly to any parameter within VCV Rack. The
virtual modules even retain all MIDI settings without the physical hardware present
so you can edit your patch on the road. When you plug in your hardware it will be
automatically mapped correctly.
In addition to the companion modules, you can subscribe on VCV Rack to our Kilpatrick-Toolbox
plugin that contains other MIDI modules you can use with Virtue modules. You can build complex
MIDI control setups for software or hardware instruments. Merge, filter, route and transform MIDI messages
to create the performace controls you need. You can even filter and route MIDI to
and from other MIDI devices to create sophisticated setups.
VCV Rack Virtue Modules
Availability
As of Rack version 2 we offer this plugin free for hardware customers.
Contact us for more information.
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Twister
Four Knob Controller - 6HP
Hardware companion module for Twister it offers four control knobs.
Twister is the simplest of the Virtue control modules. Map continuous parameters to any of the four
knobs for remote control of any aspect of your patch.
Features
- Four rugged controls with stylish knobs
- Map controls to any parameter within VCV Rack
- Clicking on the module will blink the USB LED on the physical hardware
- Persistent MIDI integration remembers hardware even when disconnected
- Expanders available allow for additional functionality
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Smasher
Sixteen Button Controller - 14HP
Hardware companion module for Smasher Offering sixteen knobs
with great look and feel, Smasher is a one-stop shop for everything
switch and button related. Buttons can be mapped to any parameter within VCV Rack. Each button
can be set to a momentary or latching function to best match the behaviour of the target control.
Features
- Sixteen stylish buttons
- Map controls to any parameter within VCV Rack
- Clicking on the module will blink the USB LED on the physical hardware
- Persistent MIDI integration remembers hardware even when disconnected
- Expanders available allow for additional functionality
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Slider
Four Sliders with Eight Button Controller - 16HP
Hardware companion module for Slider Get really hands on and
visual with Slider. Great for mixers, envelopes or effect controls
the Slider module offers four 45mm sliders and eight buttons. Buttons can be set to momentary
or latching modes depending on the the target control.
Features
- Four stylish sliders and eight buttons
- Map controls to any parameter within VCV Rack
- Clicking on the module will blink the USB LED on the physical hardware
- Persistent MIDI integration remembers hardware even when disconnected
- Expanders available allow for additional functionality
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Spinner
Endless Rotary Encoder with Four Presets - 8HP
Hardware companion module for Spinner Sometimes you just need
fine tuned control over parmeters like frequencies and stepped controls
and Spinner is the answer to your problems! Spinner can adjust four different parameters which are
selected with four dedicated buttons. The endless encoder allows tuning of each parameter. A set of
speed buttons allows fine or coarse control of the parameter while being held so you can dial it in.
Features
- Endless rotary encoder with fine and coarse tuning modes and four parameters
- Map controls to any parameter within VCV Rack
- Clicking on the module will blink the USB LED on the physical hardware
- Persistent MIDI integration remembers hardware even when disconnected
- Expanders available allow for additional functionality
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Twister Expander
CV and MIDI Expander for Twister - 4HP
Twister Expander offers CV outputs directly from the Twister module. You
can choose the voltage range for the four outputs. In addition to CV outputs
the module also include Kilpatrick Audio's own vMIDI™ protocol
for patchable MIDI interfaces for creating complex MIDI setups.
To use this module place it to the RIGHT of the Twister module.
Features
- Four CV outputs corresponding to the four rotary controls on the Twister module
- Range switch offers three different voltage ranges for CV output
- MIDI output sends vMIDI™ patchable MIDI for use with included modules
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Smasher Expander
CV and MIDI Expander for Smasher - 8HP
Smasher Expander offers CV outputs directly from the Smasher module. It will
make +10V outputs when the button is pressed or latched, and 0V otherwise. In
addition to CV outputs the module also include Kilpatrick Audio's own
vMIDI™ protocol for patchable MIDI interfaces for creating complex MIDI setups.
To use this module place it to the RIGHT of Smasher module.
Features
- Sixteen CV outputs corresponding to the buttons on the Smasher module
- Output voltage: +10V (pressed or latched), 0V otherwise
- MIDI output sends vMIDI™ patchable MIDI for use with included modules
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Slider Expander
CV and MIDI Expander for Slider - 8HP
Slider Expander offers CV outputs directly from the Slider module. You
can choose the voltage range for the slider outputs. The button outputs will
make +10V outputs when the button is pressed or latched, and 0V otherwise.
In addition to CV outputs the module also include Kilpatrick Audio's own
vMIDI™ protocol for patchable MIDI interfaces for creating complex MIDI setups.
To use this module place it to the RIGHT of the Slider module.
Features
- Four CV outputs corresponding to the four sliders on the Slider module
- Range switch offers three different voltage ranges for CV output
- Eight CV outputs corresponding to the buttons on the module
- Button output voltage: +10V (pressed or latched), 0V otherwise
- MIDI output sends vMIDI™ patchable MIDI for use with included modules
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Spinner Expander
CV and MIDI Expander for Spinner - 4HP
Spinner Expander offers CV outputs directly from the Spinner module. You
can choose the voltage range for the CV outputs. In addition to CV outputs the
module also include Kilpatrick Audio's own vMIDI™ protocol for patchable
MIDI interfaces for creating complex MIDI setups.
To use this module place it to the RIGHT of the Spinner module.
Features
- Four CV outputs corresponding to the four spinner channels
- Range switch offers three different voltage ranges for CV output
- MIDI output sends vMIDI™ patchable MIDI for use with included modules
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Virtue Controller Module Usage
The Virtue modules are software versions of hardware modules available
from Kilpatrick Audio. Modules are used by either mapping controls to specific parameters in your
patch, or by using the expander modules to create CV signals which you can use to control your patch.
In addition to parameter mapping and CV, these modules also support the vMIDI™ patchable
MIDI standard developed by Kilpatrick Audio.
Parameter Mapping
To map a parameter hold down the M key on your keyboard and click the control on the Virtue
module that you wish to map. A cyan dot indicates that the control is ready for mapping. Then click on
the control elsewhere in your patch that you wish to map to. The connection will be made and the parameter
name will be displayed below the control if it has a label area. Parameter mappings are stored in the patch.
Latch Mode for Buttons
Buttons can be set work in momentary or latching mode. By default all buttons operate in momentary mode.
If you wish to control a parmeter like a switch it might be necessary to use latching mode. To toggle latching
mode on or off hold down the L key on your keyboard and click the button. When in latch mode a red
circle will surround the button.
MIDI Settings
To connect a Virtue VCV Rack module with your physical hardware right click on the module. First select the
MIDI driver you wish to use in your system. Then right click again and select the device. Only the device type
supported will be displayed in the list. For instance, in the Twister module only Twister MIDI devices are shown.
If you do not see your device listed check your computer MIDI settings. MIDI settings are stored in the patch
and are retained even if the device is not connected.
vMIDI™ Patchable MIDI Implementation Guide for Developers
As part of the Virtue Controller series, Kilpatrick Audio developed the vMIDI™ protocol of patchable
MIDI inside VCV Rack. This uses the existing CV cable infrastructure but encodes MIDI messages in place of voltages.
Other developers are encouraged to use vMIDI™ in their own plugins for maximum intercompatibility.
Full vMIDI™ specifications for developers can be found here.
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