Guides

Step-by-step guides to help you get the most out of Modulaser. Whether you're setting up MIDI control, adding audio reactivity, or preparing visuals for a live show, there's a guide for that.

Topics

• MIDI: Connect and configure MIDI controllers for hands-on control.
• OSC: Control Modulaser from TouchOSC, Max/MSP, or any OSC client.
• DMX: Control Modulaser from a lighting desk over Art-Net or sACN.
• Remote Control: Run the show from a browser on your phone or tablet.
• Audio Reactive: Route live audio into pulsing shapes, color shifts, and waveform looks.
• BPM Sync: Set the tempo with tap, MIDI clock, or Ableton Link and lock visuals to the beat.
• Image Mode: Import ILDA and vector files and modulate them.
• Effects: Process output groups with Strobe, Colorize, Chase, and custom graph presets.
• Buy a Laser: What to look for when purchasing laser hardware.
• Improve Laser Output: Tips for getting better results on the laser.
• Projection Mapping: Align the laser to a wall, facade, or stage with corner mapping and blind zones.
• Multiple Lasers: Route content across several lasers with output groups.
• Pen Plotter: Use Modulaser as a generator for pen plotters.
• Video to Laser: Bring real-time NDI, Syphon, or Spout video into Modulaser.
• Share Your Creations: Record, export, and share your laser visuals.
• Raspberry Pi: Run Modulaser on a compact, affordable Linux machine.
• Cues: Step through clip assignments during a live set.
• Timeline: Schedule clips to timecode for pre-programmed shows.
• Library: Save and reuse clips across projects.
• Macros: Map one control to several parameters for fast live adjustments.
• Keyboard Shortcuts: Quick reference for every shortcut.