Settings

The Settings section allows you to customise EP-PatchStudio to match your workflow. Configure audio devices, MIDI routing, file paths and application preferences.

Configure audio input and output devices for sample playback and recording:

• Audio Input Device: Select the audio interface for recording with the Auto-Sampler
• Audio Output Device: Choose the output device for sample preview and playback
• Sample Rate: Set the default sample rate for new projects (44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)
• Buffer Size: Adjust buffer size to balance latency and stability

Configure MIDI devices for auto-sampling and device communication:

• MIDI Output Device: Select the MIDI output for auto-sampling hardware synths
• EP Device MIDI Port: Configure the MIDI port for EP device communication
• MIDI Channel: Set the default MIDI channel for auto-sampling (1-16)

Manage default locations for samples, backups and projects:

• Sample Library Path: Default location for imported samples and audio files
• Backup Location: Directory where device backups are stored
• Export Path: Default location for exported multisamples and projects
• Temporary Files: Location for temporary audio processing files

Set default parameters for auto-sampling sessions:

• Note Range: Default lowest and highest notes to sample
• Interval: Default number of semitones between sampled notes
• Sustain Time: How long to hold each note during sampling
• Pre-Roll Time: Delay before recording starts
• Post-Hold Time: Duration to record after note off

Customise the sample editor behaviour:

• Auto-Normalise: Automatically normalise samples on import
• Default Playback Mode: Set the default mode (Single, Loop, Pitched, Multi, Kit)
• Waveform Display: Choose between waveform, spectrogram, or both
• Loop Detection: Enable automatic loop point detection on import

Configure general application behaviour:

• Theme: Choose between Light, Dark, or System theme
• Auto-Connect Device: Automatically connect to EP device when detected
• Check for Updates: Enable automatic update checking on startup
• Confirm Destructive Actions: Show confirmation dialogs for delete/overwrite operations
• Show Tooltips: Display helpful tooltips on hover

Advanced configuration options for experienced users:

• Maximum Concurrent Transfers: Number of simultaneous file transfers to device
• MIDI Timeout: Time to wait for MIDI device responses
• Cache Size: Maximum size for audio preview cache
• Debug Logging: Enable detailed logging for troubleshooting

If you encounter issues or want to start fresh, you can reset settings to their defaults:

Once your settings are configured, explore other features:

• Connect your EP device
• Start creating multisamples
• Set up auto-sampling