Fl Studio: Using the Arpeggiator tool

Demo summary
The instructor shows how to use the Alt+A shortcut to open the Arpeggiator and break up chords into rhythmic melodic patterns.
Step-by-step
- Highlight the chords in the Piano Roll
- Press Shift and click to copy the chords
- Press Control + Up to transpose the copy up an octave
- Press Alt + A to open the Arpeggiator tool
- Adjust the Range setting to span more octaves
- Select a pattern mode such as Normal, Flip, or Alternate
- Increase the amount of notes to refine the pattern
Options
- Change pattern direction from Normal to Flip or Alternate
- Adjust the note range to change the melodic spread
Tips
- Use trial and error to find the best melodic pattern
- Use the Arpeggiator as an easy way to get a quick melody out
Highlights
“just an easy way to get a quick out”
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