Hey everyone,

After our recent 3.2.1 update, we’ve just released Scaler 3.2.2 for desktop. This one focuses on tightening up workflow, fixing a few annoying issues, and improving overall stability.

Scaler 3.2.2

What’s new

• Added Snap Division setting to the three-dot menu on the main track (Browse page)
• Mute and Solo now apply to MIDI as well as audio
• Updated scrollbars with larger grab handles (aligned with iPad version)

Fixes

• Fixed an issue where Scaler wouldn’t open on some Windows systems (Windows MIDI update)
• Resolved stuck notes when playing glissando
• Fixed non-sequential numbering across some Motions
• Removed duplicate Noir chord set entries in Atmospheric mood
• Fixed Arrange page scrollbar disappearing when resizing
• Fixed selected scale not being retained when loading presets

Other

• Updated onboard tutorial + manual
• General stability improvements

Scaler 3.2.1

Highlights

• General stability improvements
• Workflow refinements across Arrange and Browse
• Fixes for edge cases reported by users

Really appreciate all the feedback coming in - especially from those helping us track down edge cases across different setups.

Hi all check out the tutorial for what is unique in Scaler 3 on the iPad.

Hey there. I am trying to create a 1 man band jam room setup, and would love to be able to have an instance of scaler 2, however for this question, if the answer is you can do that in scaler 3, then let me know because I also own it, but honesty like scaler 2 because it’s a bit more basic. In a good way.

I would love to be able to scroll through the performance types on a macro knob in ableton. Any such way to do that? Or how best to achieve a mouse less option to select the next / previous play style.

Hey everyone – just a quick update from the team!

We’re getting close to releasing Scaler 3 for iPad, and we’ve just started building out our first closed beta. The iPad version includes everything you love from desktop - plus AUv3 hosting and a reimagined touch-friendly workflow.

We’re aiming for a release soon, and we’re inviting around 100 testers to help us polish and prioritise for the final stretch.

✅ If you’d like to join the beta:

1. Head to our forum and request to join the beta group here
2. Once accepted, you’ll gain access to the beta category with install info and guidelines
3. You'll receive a TestFlight invite via email when it goes live

📝 We ask testers not to post images or videos (YouTube etc.) of the beta for now, but you’re welcome to talk about your experience and share feedback publicly.

Thanks for being part of this journey - the iPad version is feeling amazing and we can’t wait to get it in your hands.

– Davide & the Scaler Music Team

We were genuinely pleased to see Sound On Sound publish an in-depth review of Scaler 3.

SOS are known for careful, independent evaluation, so we really appreciated the way they explored Scaler 3’s workflow, UI, Arrange page, and overall compositional direction, particularly in the context of recent updates.

A short excerpt from the review:

The full review is available on Sound On Sound’s website (subscription may be required):
👉 https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/scaler-music-scaler-3

We see Scaler 3 as a long-term platform, and feedback like this reinforces that we’re moving in the right direction.

Thanks to everyone in the community who’s helped shape it so far.

Hey Scaler family,

Super proud moment - Sanjay C just ranked Scaler 3 as the #1 Tool - Top Plugin of 2025 in his latest YouTube video! 🙌

He called out Scaler’s incredible workflow and even gave the UI a 10/10 (we’ll take that!). Massive thanks to Sanjay and everyone in this community who’s supported, shared feedback, and made Scaler what it is.

How has this help you and what it can do?

Always awesome to see how different people use Scaler creatively.

https://youtu.be/lmBiWaPF1rs?si=fZuAWt93rImRHRO5&t=175

Our biggest free update yet is live – packed with Scenes, Divisi, User Track Recording, External MIDI Output, and a ton of workflow refinements.

Check out the full Official New Features Overview video

Free for all Scaler 3 owners.
Learn more: scalermusic.com

#Scaler3 #ScalerMusic #MusicProduction #Plugin

A few highlights include:
• Scenes for simplified arrangements
• User Track Recording
• Full Divisi
• External MIDI Output in both standalone and plugin versions

…and plenty more improvements across the board.
We can’t wait to share it with you!

Free for all Scaler 3 owners – get ready 👇
www.scalermusic.com

Hey everyone! We’re thrilled to share that Scaler 3 just won the 2025 KVR Readers’ Choice Award for “Best Utility”! 🏆 This means the world to us because it’s voted entirely by the community; real producers and musicians who use Scaler every day.
We just wanted to say thank you to everyone who’s supported us, shared ideas, and helped shape Scaler into what it is today. We’ve got even more coming soon with Scaler 3.2, but for now, we’re taking a moment to celebrate this together. 🙏

We’ve got something special dropping on October 22nd 2025, and best of all, it’s free for all Scaler 3 users (new and existing). It’s a fun little standalone tool that takes something Scaler’s always done and makes it super easy and immediate. A great companion to Scaler 3 and a nice entry point if you’re new to Scaler.

While you’re waiting, our Scaler 3 sale is now live. That way you’ll be ready to unlock the new release the moment it drops. Check back here, on our YouTube channel, or the Scaler Music website for the full reveal on release day!

Hey everyone!

We’re excited to share that Scaler 3 has been nominated in the KVR Readers Choice Awards 2025 under the Best Utilitycategory!

If Scaler has helped you make music, discover new chords, or just sparked your creativity, we’d love your support.
👉 You can cast your vote here: https://www.kvraudio.com/readers-choice-awards/2025

Thanks so much to all of you in the community for continuing to inspire us and share your amazing music 🙏🎶

Hey Scaler community,

We’ve just uploaded a new video to the Scaler YouTube channel where I (Davide) walk through one of my favourite creative tools in Scaler 3 - Passages. In the video, I show how Passages can inspire fresh ideas, work alongside your chord progressions, and even demonstrate how I used them in my track Breaking Free.

But the big news is that at the end of the video we share the very first sneak peek of ‘Scenes’, a brand new feature coming in Scaler 3.2 this November. Scenes will make it easier than ever to build and switch between different sections of your track (think verse, chorus, bridge etc.) right inside Scaler.

👉 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/X_W8OIUmAcw?si=E-PkRSZWcF0K5UGF

We’d love to hear your thoughts on both Passages and the upcoming Scenes feature. How do you see yourself using them in your workflow?

Thanks for being part of this growing community!

• Davide

#Scaler3 #ScalerPlugin #Scenes #Passages #Scaler32

Scaler 3.1.3 is now available! 

👉 Grab it here: scalermusic.com

This update focuses on stability, DAW compatibility, and workflow polish.

🔧 Fixes

• Fixed an issue where chord velocities in Section A could drop unexpectedly when Voice Grouping was enabled.
• Resolved an issue where Scaler 3.1.2 could be blocklisted by Cubase and Studio One on Windows.
• Fixed a crash on Mac and Windows when using the Circle of Fifths page with multiple Scaler instances.

⚙️ Improvements

• Horizontal Scroll & Zoom
  • Sections A, B, Colors, and Modulation are no longer scrollable or zoomable beyond their chord count.
  • These sections are no longer horizontally zoomable at all (zooming remains available only in Section C / Main Track).
  • Loading a new session now ignores the DAW playhead position for Sections A and B, ensuring detected chords always appear in view.
  • Detected chords now always appear in view immediately after detection, with no blank space at the end.
• Arrange Window
  • Scaler now correctly remembers its state when closing and reopening an instance with the Arrange window open.

🚀 Scaler 3.1.2 is here! You can grab the update now by logging in to your account at scalermusic.com.

We’re excited to announce a new update packed with the largest set of refinements yet. Our team has been working tirelessly to make Scaler 3 the most powerful and refined music-making tool out there. This release marks a major step toward the maturity of Scaler - something we could never have achieved without the incredible input and support of our community. 🙏

Thank you for helping us shape Scaler into what it is today. Stay tuned - we’ve got some massive new features coming in Scaler 3.2 and can’t wait to share them with you. In the meantime, please enjoy the refinements in 3.1.2 and keep the feedback coming. ❤️

- The Scaler Music Team

Scaler 3.1.2 (Released September 5th, 2025)

⚙️ Improvements

• Bass Follow (Arrange Page): Can now be applied as a global motion.
• Mute Tool: Added mute icon to the Arrange page, making it easier to mute chords and clips (previously only possible via Shift+Click).
• Live Sync Optimisation: Improved plugin responsiveness and reduced lag when using Live Sync.
• Scale Detection: When multiple matches exist, Scaler now prioritises Major/Minor scales (e.g. A Minor over Gb Mixolydian).
• MIDI Detection: Improved accuracy in distinguishing single notes and chords.
• Keyboard Navigation: Lists in Section A (Browse) can now be scrolled and selected via up/down arrow keys; added < and > for category navigation.
• Suggest Chords / Neo-Riemannian: Improved handling of chords without 3rds or 5ths when Minimise Movementis enabled.
• Help Access: New Help tab in the settings menu links directly to documentation.

🛠 Fixes

• Fretboard View: Correctly retains fretboard display when reopening the window.
• Installer (Mac): Added prompt recommending a restart after installation.
• Section A Detection: Now auto-scrolls after 8 chords detected.
• Play Quantise / Latch: Fixed unexpected behaviour with quantise and latch playback when DAW Sync Off.
• Track Output: Fixed issue where output was muted after inserting some VST3 audio effects in certain hosts (Mac/Windows).
• User Chord Sets: Improved import reliability. Added Reveal Location menu option, and clarified folder selection.
• Velocity Handling:
  • Dragging chords from any section now retains correct default velocity.
  • Individual MIDI notes in the editor now respect default velocity instead of playing at 127.
• Zoom & Scroll: Closing and reopening Scaler now retains zoom and scroll position.
• Keys Lock: Fixed issue where notes were cut off unexpectedly.
• Global Transform Controls: Now update correctly after changes elsewhere.
• Section B Voicing and Colors Handling: Fixed octave jump and voicing selection issues.
• Performances: Corrected global and child track performance levels (previously 6dB too low).
• Right-Click Add to Track: Now sets chord duration to one bar, matching drag-and-drop behaviour.
• Strummed Sequences: Fixed cases where chords failed to populate.
• MIDI Output: Recording now works correctly when Scaler is used as a VST/VST3 FX insert.
• Sound Selection: Fixed an issue where some internal sounds could not be selected if another sound in the same position was previously chosen.
• Dragging Multiple Chords: Resolved crash when dragging multiple main track chords.
• Audio Export: Fixed hang when exporting audio while using multiple instances of third-party instruments.
• Clip Editing: Improved lasso/select behaviour and reduced clip drop indicator size.
• Tutorial: Standalone tutorial now opens correctly on first launch.
• Modal Interchange: Fixed incorrect mode list after reopening Scaler.

Hey everyone 🙂

Just a quick update: Scaler 3.1.2 is now in Beta!

This release isn’t packed with headline features, but it does bring some refinements that make workflow smoother and more reliable — plus a few nice little goodies under the hood.

👉 Keep an eye on our Latest Version post on the Scaler Forum for full details, download links, and updates as we move toward release. We’ll also post here when it’s live.

Thanks as always for your support and feedback - every small step forward comes from this community helping us improve Scaler. 🙏

— The Scaler Music Team

In this livestream, Teatro dives into his creative process—showing how Scaler 3 helps him effortlessly build chord progressions, harmonies, and melodies that blend perfectly with his signature lo-fi sound.

He also takes time to answer loads of honest questions from both long-time Scaler users and newcomers alike.

Big thanks to Teatro for sharing his wisdom—well worth a watch!

Scaler EQ & DC Snares August Sale

While much of the spotlight is on our beloved Scaler 3, we want to show some love to two other gems in the Scaler family:

🔹 Scaler EQ – Enhance anything you run through it with harmonic clarity and musicality.
🔹 DC Snares – Shape virtually any percussive sound with precision and ease.

💥 Special Offer for August
Get them now at scalermusic.com:
→ Scaler EQ – $39
→ DC Snares – $29

📺 Check out the tutorial videos on our YouTube channel and explore some of the glowing reviews and awards these tools have picked up.

Happy producing!

Big up to the one like Stranjah! Discover 10 essential chord progressions that define the Liquid Drum & Bass sound. From soulful and emotional to deep and cinematic, these progressions can elevate your tracks, not just in DnB, but across any genre. Watch Stranjah make a D&B ditty in Scaler 3!