In MainStage 3.3, software instruments can be used as an input source for sidechaining. Software Instruments as Sidechain Sources Better Stereo PanningĪpple’s release notes says “true stereo panning provides more control and discrete manipulation of stereo signals,” I assume this is a better stereo panning algorithm. I’d love to see custom Touch Bar function buttons that can be mapped to macros. Hopefully Apple will implement more advanced functions in the future. For example, hitting save on the Touch Bar isn’t any more efficient than simply pressing Cmd-S. More Touch Bar Functions in MainStage 3.3The current functions feel a little gimmicky. In addition to basic functions like saving and switching modes, the Touch Bar can also be used as a virtual piano with customizable scales. MainStage 3.3 brings Touch Bar support for Apple’s latest 13″ and 15″ MacBook Pros with Touch Bar. Text spacing has been increased in the Assignments & Mappings window. Interface elements are noticeably flatter and more minimalistic, and sort of resembles Ableton Live’s UI. Here they are! New Features and Enhancements A New Modern User InterfaceĪs expected, MainStage 3.3 adopts the same design cues from Logic Pro X’s recent redesign. Today, Apple finally released the much anticipated MainStage 3.3 with tons of new features and fixes.
