Device Details


Overview

Name | Version: Lucier Recorder - I am sitting in a Room 1.0.0
Author: PalePrince
Device Type: Audio Effect
Description: Inspired by Alvin Lucier’s 1969 piece I Am Sitting in a Room, this device automates the process of recording and re-recording audio played back into a space (or simulated space). The original work explored how sound is transformed by the resonant characteristics of a room over repeated iterations. This Max for Live device captures that process—starting with a dry recording and gradually layering room-affected versions—allowing you to explore sonic erosion and acoustic fingerprinting within Ableton Live.

Features:
- Record dry sample
- Playback & record loop
- Reverse playback & recording
- Record to external file (supports .wav, .aiff and .flac)
- (Iterative) manual gain ride
- File-drop to set sample length (drag & drop file load currently NOT supported, set length and record in)
- Mono/Stereo modes

Requirements:
- Track setup (consult "?"-icon in the device)

Known issues:
- File recording is not 100% reliable, working on a fix. Recommended to choose a new filename per recording.
- Reversed mode sometimes buggy when using longer samples. Will investigate.

Details

Live Version Used: 12.1.10
Max Version Used: 9.0.5
Date Added: Apr 13 2025 16:12:12
Date Last Updated: Apr 17 2025 01:53:34
Downloads: 86
License: None
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Files

Device File: Lucier Recorder.amxd
 


Comments

This sounds amazing - can't wait to check it out.   Thanks for sharing it w/ us!

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