⌨️Keyboard Controls

Keyboard Shortcuts

Transform your computer keyboard into a playable musical instrument for quick sound audition and performance.

Playing Notes Your QWERTY keyboard maps to a piano layout:

• A W S E D F T G Y H U J – Corresponds to white and black keys starting from C

• Notes trigger in real-time while the browser tab or plugin window has focus

• Velocity is fixed but can be adjusted via the plugin's velocity slider

Octave Control Navigate the full pitch range without reaching for your MIDI controller:

• Z – Transpose down one octave (shift all keys 12 semitones lower)

• X – Transpose up one octave (shift all keys 12 semitones higher)

• Current octave position displays on the virtual keyboard interface

💡 Performance Tip: Keep one hand positioned over Z/X for quick octave jumping while playing melodies or finding the optimal range for your sound. Every generated sound has a "sweet spot" octave where it exhibits maximum character—bass sounds typically shine in lower octaves (Z twice from center), while leads often sparkle in higher ranges (X once or twice). Experiment to discover where each unique generation sounds most expressive and full.