Automap Universal

It is the latest development in Novation's revolutionary and intelligent MIDI controlling technology, now encompassing virtually every aspect of your DAW and making controlling your session and plug-ins completely pain free!

No matter what music software you use, Automap Universal offers an instant and automatic controlling solution for all your plug-ins. The latest version supports VST, AU and now Pro Tools TDM and RTAS plug-in formats too. (TDM/RTAS support is currently Mac only. PC support is in development and will follow soon). In addition, intelligent mapping of all sequencers is included for immediate control of your music software's mixer and internal devices.

Controlling Plug-ins (SL, SL Compact and Nocturn)

Controlling plug-ins within Automap Universal works by wrapping plug-ins to add Automap functionality. Opening up a wrapped plug-in allows direct communication with the Novation controller (through the Automap Server software), causing plug-in parameters to be instantly mapped to the hardware controls. This means that Automapping plug-ins works in any sequencer. Furthermore, every plug-in is given a Learn mode for you to create your own layout; simply move a control within the plug-in window and then one on the Novation to map a parameter!

Each Automap-wrapped plug-in is identical to the original plug-in, with the exception of a small border that features an Automap logo:

This border allows you to show or change what plug-in is being Automapped, activate Learn/Clear modes, change control names (displayed on the SL screens) and type in control ranges and step values for encoders and buttons.

The plug-ins function as expected and behave normally within the sequencer, only now the Novation can talk directly to the plug-in without having to route through the host software. With multiple wrapped plug-ins in a session, the active Automap logo (the 'A' in the bottom left corner of the image above) indicates the plug-in that the Novation is currently controlling. Different plug-ins can be selected for control within the software or directly from the Novation hardware.

The latest addition to Automap Universal is a transparent GUI (released with Nocturn and out soon for the SL and SL Compact) that displays the parameter names and values of all assigned controls on the Novation. This GUI also provides a new ultra-fast system for browsing and selecting different plug-ins to control:

Controlling Sequencers

If wanting to control the mixer and internal devices in your music software using Automap, the way you do it depends on the music software in use. Some sequencers use the same system used for plug-ins (available for SL, SL Compact and Nocturn), whereas some sequencers have their own dedicated Automap systems (available for SL and SL Compact only) that work alongside the system for plug-ins.

'Universal' Automap Sequencers

Some sequencers (Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar and Tracktion) can be controlled using the same system as plug-ins. This means it is incredibly quick and easy to switch between controlling different plug-ins and the mixer, plus you have full access to the fantastic learn facility for instantly rearranging controls. Although only a few sequencers currently use this Automap system, more will be added in future updates.

'Independent' Automap Sequencers

Other sequencers (Live, Logic, Pro Tools, Digital Performer and Reason) use their own Automap systems. These work from different Templates onboard the SL and SL Compact controllers. Each system includes full mixer support, as well as control of internal devices and even some other functions such as navigation.

How can I get Automap Universal?

Automap Universal comes as standard with Novation's 3 dedicated MIDI controller ranges (SL, SL Compact and Nocturn), with free updates available via the latest installers for those products. Click on the following links to access the latest installers for ReMOTE SL or SL COMPACT.

Automap Universal works seamlessly with all the above software products.