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Originally Posted by Tod
Hi Coachz, actually velocity modulates the volume just like CC7 does, it just does it in a very different way, and also depends on how a VSTi uses it.
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i wouldn't say it modulates it - it is part of the note on message and usually sets the initial volume of a sound - but this is totally dependent on the synth or the sound being played.
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Originally Posted by Tod
Also velocity doesn't affect the timbre (tone) unless it's tied to an EQ in some way, or if there are multiple layers.
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the same is true of the velocity / volume relationship - velocity doesn't affect volume unless it's set to.
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Originally Posted by Tod
Velocity is just another volume control, however, it can also have it's own controller called velocity intensity, which determines the amount that velocity affects the volume, usually from 0% to 100%.  |
Again, it's only "another volume control" if you want it to be, and even then it only works at setting volume while a note is being played, so it's no use for fades on sustained notes etc.