Machinedrum Pitch Scaler

Machinedrum Pitch Scaler is a tonal composition utility for the Elektron Machinedrum (or any CC-controllable synth).
It provides real-time scale quantization and MIDI CC pitch output, allowing for easy melodic writing, bassline programming, with parameter-locking Machinedrum Pitch parameter (using Tonal mode on the X Firmare).

Author: HANJO – Tokyo, Japan & SyntheticJudah – Ural Mountains, Russia

OVERVIEW

This script enables tonal control of the Machinedrum’s parameters through MIDI CC messages.
By selecting a scale and root note, you can send CC values mapped to musical notes, ensuring melodic consistency while tweaking or parameter-locking sounds.
It’s designed for both studio composition and live improvisation, turning the Machinedrum into a melodic instrument.

VIDEO

Watch the MDScaler demo on YouTube — live demo, and usage example.

FEATURES

• Scales any MIDI CC values to a selected musical scale
• Allows randomized notes within the active scale for generative inspiration
• Parameter-lock compatible: easily assign key CCs to create evolving melodies
• Switchable encoder modes for flexible control:
  • Channel select
  • CC number
  • Note step navigation
  • Octave cycling

CONTROLS

Machinedrum Pitch Parameter Mapping

Logic Pattern

• Each group of 4 tracks shares the same MIDI Channel.
• Within each channel, pitch CCs increment by:
  16 → 40 → 72 → 96
• This allows consistent mapping across all 16 tracks.