I'm a beginner in PureData but would like to create a keyboard-based sampler that, when a key is pressed, it cycles through a bank of samples randomly. For instance, let's say that I play a middle C - what comes out is an endless loop of randomly selected 1/10 of a second clips taken from randomly chosen points inside of samples in a sample bank.

So, let's say I have 3 samples, each 10 seconds long, sitting in a folder somewhere. As soon as a key is triggered, points in those samples are randomly accessed and played for 1/10 of a second, linearly. 1/10 second here, 1/10 second there, etc. If the key is held down, it loops through these samples indefinitely.

I'm not sure if this is possible or not and I'd appreciate any help regarding this idea. Thanks very much.

Hi!!!

I am trying to set up an audio/visual (interactive) installation using PD. What I am trying to accomplish is this: an audience stands in front of a screen, a camera faces the audience. Something (whether it be a key, button or perhaps even voice activation) TRIGGERS the camera to record about 5-10 secs of the audio and video of the audience. THEN the video is AUTOMATICALLY replayed and looped on the screen.

After that, more 5-10 sec loops are recorded and either layered on top of the previously recorded loops or perhaps tiled neatly next to one another. My goal for this was for the audience to participate in their own sort of sound installation/music performance. Any thoughts on how to go about doing this?

I'm a total beginner and need lots of time-consuming help. But I promise to repay you in half-hearted appreciation!! Just kidding, more like 2/3rds-hearted!

Thanks!

thanks! i'll start playing around with this : )