Randomization Engine

• Relative Drift: Applies a weighted "drift" to parameters rather than pure chaos.
• Amount Slider: 0-99% = subtle to moderate drift. 100% = complete chaos.
• Target Selection: Randomize All parameters or only Learned parameters.

Breeding (Genetic Algorithm)

• Two Parents: Select any two snapshots as Parent A and Parent B.
• Crossover: 0% = Pure A, 100% = Pure B, 50% = Equal mix.
• Mutation: Adds randomization to the offspring.
• Result: Creates a new "child" sound with characteristics of both parents.

Universal Preset System: SnappySnap acts as a unified preset manager for any VST3 or AU plugin, upgrading legacy plugins with modern file management.

How it Works

• Meta-Presets: A SnappySnap preset stores the hosted plugin, its internal state, all 12 snapshots, macros, and morph settings.
• Plugin Auto-Load: Loading a preset automatically launches the correct plugin.
• Bank Organization: 16 banks with up to 128 presets each.
• External Management: Bypass internal plugin browsers. Use SnappySnap to standardize workflow across all instruments.

Snapshot System

• 12 Slots: Arranged in a circular "clock" layout around the XY pad.
• Full State Capture: Saves every parameter of the hosted plugin.
• Naming: Right-click any snapshot to rename it or clear the name.
• Intelligent Caching: Detects parameter counts to prevent corruption when hot-swapping plugins.

Morphing Modes

• 1D Morph (Snappy Knob): Linearly interpolates through all 12 snapshots from position 0.0 to 1.0.
• 2D Morph (XY Pad): Uses distance-weighted interpolation based on cursor position relative to each snapshot on the circle.
• Elastic Mode: Adds physics (mass/spring) to the morph cursor. Fast movements create "overshoot" and "bounce" effects.
• Drift Mode: Autonomous wandering using Perlin noise. Three modes: Free, Anchored, and Orbit.

SnappySnap is fully playable via MIDI keyboard or controller.

Snapshot Triggers

• Note Triggers: Configurable octave (e.g., C2) maps notes C through B to Snapshots 1-12.
• Trigger Notes Filtered: These notes won't play sound on the hosted synth.

Preset Control

• Program Change (0-127): Load internal SnappySnap presets.
• CC#0 (Bank Select, 0-15): Switch between Banks 1-16.
• CC#1 (Mod Wheel): Scroll through presets in current bank.
• CC#110-121 (value > 64): Remote save to snapshot slots 1-12.