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Modulation controller
A modulation controller sends performance data that changes a sound parameter over time.
Level relevance: introduced at Higher; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
A modulation controller may control vibrato, filter movement, expression, or other assignable settings. It lets a performer or programmer add movement and expression to MIDI or virtual instrument parts.
Topics
MIDISynthesisPerformance
Curriculum statusofficial concept
Review statusdraft
Sources
- Higher Music Technology course specification, May 2023, version 3.0 · accessed 2026-07-08
Used for Higher technology skills, technology concepts, and music concepts.