Morningdew Arpeggiator

Morningdew Arpeggiator is a next-gen MIDI powerhouse that blends deep step sequencing, harmonic modifiers, and musically tuned randomization—letting you craft evolving, expressive patterns in seconds. Most DAW arpeggiators are stuck in the past, they often lack the depth required for modern production. I built Morningdew Arpeggiator to bridge that gap, giving you the complex sequencing and creative unpredictability that standard plugins miss. v1.2 now includes CLAP format!

Watch the Demo: https://youtu.be/spGtSz0XQZ

Version 1.1 - What's New? https://youtu.be/SL8mhLDg3rE?si=Ej0racC1FVhpgLzO

Morningdew Arpeggiator Website & Manual

Musical Step Sequencing

Up to 128 steps with per-step controls for velocity, chance, gate length, ties, octave offset and much more! Includes 3x sequencers for Control Change (CC)! 
Capture MIDI performances with CC & Aftertouch!

Smart Step Modifiers

Apply chord modes (fifth, sus2, 7th, minor, major etc.), per-step transposition, and step dividers on the fly (ratchets)!

Creative Random Engine

Expansive random engine with multiple presets, and parameter limiters makes sure your sequences stay within musical bounds. Mutate the sequence as it plays!

Capture Midi

Record your amazing sequencer performances into tight MIDI clips. What You Hear Is What You Get! Export midi clips with very knob movement, CC and aftertouch data embedded! Includes Capture history with audition!

Dual Play Modes

Switch seamlessly between classic Arpeggiate mode and polyphonic Chord mode.

Preset Workflow

Save, load, and share your .mdarp files. Comes packed with production-ready factory presets.

Performance UX

Built for speed. Quick reset menus, GUI scaling, downbeat emphasis, and an intuitive modifier system. Help tooltips, on-screen keyboard and much more!

Never run out of ideas anymore!

System Requirements

PC:

• Windows 10 and later
• VST3, CLAP (64-bit)
  

Mac:

• macOS 11.0 and later (64-bit only) (including macOS 11 Big Sur and M processors). Universal installer for Apple Silicon ARM64 & x86.
• VST3, CLAP (64-bit)
• Audio Unit (64-bit)

Format:

• Morningdew Arpeggiator is not a standalone product, it requires a host software.

• Morningdew Arpeggiator is compatible with most VST3 / Audio Unit / CLAP compatible DAWs (Logic Pro, Cubase, Bitwig, FL Studio, Reaper, Studio One, Ableton Live) and supports M1/M2/M3/M4/M5 Chips.
  
  
• Morningdew Arpeggiator is NOT Compatible with Garageband for macOS (because Garageband does not support MIDI FX plugins)

UPDATE

v1.2.0 (2026-06-02)
  * CLAP plugin format included (Mac & Win).
  * GUI scale 75–200% (Options → GUI Scaling).
  * Capture History with audition.
  * Custom Scale presets (right-click menu).
  * Per-lane MOD step length (STEPS + Link).
  * Page color scheme for Chance, Length, and MOD tabs.
  * Value Tooltip when adjusting steps.
  * Current Page Indicator bar added.
  * Empty Capture folder option.
  * Dedicated Buttons for Step Types (Velocity, Chance, MOD etc.)
  * Installers: choose AU, VST3, and/or CLAP at setup (all selected by default).

FIXES & POLISH
  * Tie / playhead / Custom Scale drawing and layout fixes.
  * Reset / Clear Page for current tab only.
  * Automating plugin parameters will also move UI knobs.
  * Universal 2 installer no longer prompts for Rosetta.
  * MOD page: full-height velocity reference behind MOD bars.

 

v1.1.0 (2026-05-19)

New Main Features

* Capture MIDI - 1–16 bars with drag and drop to DAW
* Custom Scale via mini keyboard
* Easy Auditioning in Sync mode (with transport stopped)
* Tie notes (ALT+drag)

New Random Functions
* Randomize chords + transpose (custom scale aware)
* Randomize current step mods only

Fixes & Polish
* Dice icon displays for random MOD steps
* Improved stability, performance and compatibility