Wrong Instruments are a two-person team whose first software creation was originally developed to address the lack of MIDI processors for Apple’s iOS mobile platform. Now in its second iteration, MIDI Messenger is capable of transmitting strings of MIDI messages which can be triggered manually, or by incoming MIDI or system events.
The developers say that they initially created the software to tackle a specific task: to transmit MIDI messages when a project was loaded in AUM, an iOS-based mixer, plug-in host and recording app. Recognising there was no quick and simple way to do such a thing, they set about devising a solution.
The resulting software makes it possible to transmit any number of messages between software applications, as well as re-routing, altering or duplicating them. For example, a single MIDI input message can trigger a string of messages at the plug-in’s output, as well as changing parameters such as CC or Program Change numbers, note or velocity values and more. It is also possible to implement a delay time between the input and output messages, and configure what information is passed through, and what is ignored.
The following messages are supported as triggers at the plug-in’s input:
- On Load
- CC
- Note On
- Note Off
- Program Change
- MIDI Transport Start/Stop/Continue
- AU Host Transport Start/Stop/Continue
- Pressure
The plug-in can then output the following message types:
- CC
- Program/Bank Change
- Note On
- Note Off
- Pressure
- Pitch Wheel
- SysEx
- All Sounds Off (CC shortcut)
The company say that they plan to continue development of the plug-in, and are currently looking into advanced message alterations with maths expressions, support for direct hardware MIDI inputs and more. They are also planning a number of other projects, both hardware and software, with plans already in place for an interesting virtual sampling instrument.
Compatibility
MIDI Messenger is available as an AUv3 and AU plug-in for iOS / iPadOS and macOS-based devices respectively. It can be downloaded via the App store on all platforms, or from the Wrong Instruments website (macOS version). Wrong Instruments say that they are considering making a VST version for Windows, Linux and macOS if there is sufficient demand.
Pricing & Availability
MIDI Messenger is available now. It is completely free for anyone to use, although those who wish to support the ongoing development of the software (as well as any future Wrong Instruments releases) are able to make a donation via the company’s Patreon page.
