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Sting 2 - Acid Line Performance System

by iftah

Version 2.2 adds Ableton Move takeover mode and a new bass a...

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Type
MIDI Effect
Author
iftah
Version
2.2
License
AttributionNonCommercialNoDerivatives
Live version
11.2
Max version
8.6.2
Downloads
0
Updated
2026-04-15

Description

Version 2.2 adds Ableton Move takeover mode and a new bass algorithm.

Walkthrough video: https://youtu.be/He34G9BXxiM?si=7OVER00blOyG-S5C

Version 2.1 adds a new arpeggiator mode that uses incoming notes to generate patterns, selective randomness that lets you choose what doesn’t change when you regenerate patterns, an octave range limiter, tie mode, push-button support, and more.

Walkthrough video: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pR-3qTAvcJM

Version 2.05, added scale awareness, polymeter reset and new push focus modes.

Walkthrough video:

https://youtu.be/u_5oFDmlny8?si=AGBLd1yaMtnXQXTq

 The new version of Sting is an expressive, improvisational acid line performance system. It is a Max for Live device that runs on Ableton Live or Push 3 Standalone. Sting can generate anything from random to acid patterns and morph between them fluidly. It features a new generation algorithm, advanced editing, expressive control, generative sequencing, and modulation capabilities, along with a set of live performance oriented features. These include a dedicated Push takeover mode that transforms Sting into a hands-on live performance system when used with Ableton Push 2 or 3.

All of Sting’s parameters are logically laid out and fully controllable via Tabbing, making it accessible to blind, visually impaired, and sighted users.

Sting is available as either a free or paid download. Both versions are identical; it's simply a way to ensure that everyone can access it, regardless of their ability to support my work.

Comments (23)

  • koochey · July 02 2025
    TNX
  • Reaktor7 · July 02 2025
    The Best!
  • FreddyFingaz · July 02 2025
    Damn, well this is epic! Thanks so much! You rock!!!
  • ballrootus · July 03 2025
    Brilliant update to my go-to source of inspiration
  • Tamiko · July 03 2025
    Looking so much forward to trying this.
    Thank you for Sting!
  • ruairi74 · July 06 2025
    A superb update to one of my most used m4l devices!
  • atari · July 06 2025
    HI there. I am interested in this as I use the previous version.
    Do you plan to implement scale awareness?
  • samschorb · July 07 2025
    I really wish I could increase the pattern length beyond 16 steps. Has anybody made this modification?
  • Rosko · July 07 2025
    Brilliant, one of the best sequencers around. worth paying for.
    Can we please control the parameter 'root note' in the envelope section of live? We have everything else.
  • iftah · July 08 2025
    @Rosko fixed in version 2.05
  • carlg23 · July 25 2025
    have a weird issue where its just ouputting fast notes... onnote real fast , even if i mute the device ..im on 12.2
  • Lior · August 09 2025
    😍
  • jarpmusic · September 10 2025
    yeahhh
  • elamen · November 04 2025
    When I swap between different instrument racks, Sting 2 gets stuck playing the same acid line from the previous rack. Most of the time, I have to reload several times before Sting 2 plays the correct pattern saved with that rack.
    Anyone else run into this?
  • samteixeira · November 13 2025
    How do I download
  • CARLB · November 23 2025
    hello! is there any windows version of this plugin? when i download it i only get the mac files
  • CrisNI · December 13 2025
    sweet update! thanks a lot.
    I only miss now "Generate Clip" on the hardware.
    where the para was suited before is now "Tie"
    when I load the previous Sting - Generate Clip - is placed where now Tie is.
    checked the Patch, it has now Order number 25, previously it was 15
    but I am unable to make "Create Clip" visible on the HW again.
    any idea what I'm missing?
  • iftah · December 13 2025
    @CrisNI clicking on the push “New” button will convert the sequence to a midi clip (when push takeover is on)
    Heres a detailed overview of how to use sting and Push
    Sting 2 Push Takeover Walkthrough (Ableton Live)
    https://youtu.be/MFHIF-yxnv8
  • CrisNI · December 14 2025
    thanks! I see. not using push but an ni ksmk3 and other controller. function seems now hidden for the standard-controllers. but also found something concerning for my use-cases: Sting update loaded in Live 12.2.5, I have the "Gen/Gen!"-para on control knob 6, followed by "Focus Mode" on K7, on K8 is Push takeover. works super! when I load the same device in Live 12.3 - the Gen-para is gone and replaced with "Gate".
  • iftah · December 16 2025
    @CrisNI its probably because m4l can now access push upper row buttons (which is available since 12.3). please contact me via the support address on my website so i can have a proper look.
  • masonmcclanahan · December 21 2025
    What’s the setup involved to get this working on push 3 standalone mode
  • masonmcclanahan · December 21 2025
    What’s the setup involved to get this working on push 3 standalone mode
  • iftah · December 22 2025
    @masonmcclanahan Simply copy it to your push user library

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