Manual

This page explains the core aorisage controls and operating model.

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Install

Installers are distributed through GitHub Releases.

  1. Open GitHub Releases.
  2. Download the installer for your OS.
  3. Run the installer.
  4. Rescan plug-ins in your DAW.
  5. Insert aorisage on the BGM track.

The files published on GitHub Releases are the source of truth. This site does not host the installer files.

State flow

StateMeaning
BGM OnOutputs the normal BGM Level
BoostingMoves from BGM Level to Boost Level
HoldingKeeps Boost Level
Fading OutMoves to End Level
Fade Out CompleteFade out has completed
ReturningMoves from End Level back to BGM Level

The main button, shortcut key, or Main Trigger performs the main action.

Levels

ControlMeaning
BGM LevelNormal BGM output level
Boost LevelOutput level while lifting the room
End LevelOutput level after Fade Out, either Mute or a dB value

Boost Level is absolute, not relative to BGM Level. If BGM Level is -20 dB and Boost Level is -15 dB, the boosted output target is -15 dB.

Timing

ControlMeaning
Boost TimeTime from BGM Level to Boost Level
Hold TimeTime to hold Boost Level in Auto Hold
Fade Out TimeTime to move to End Level
Return TimeTime to move back to BGM Level

Manual Hold does not use a hidden Hold Time countdown. It stays held until the next main action.

Fade Curves

Fade In Curve, Fade Out Curve, and Return Curve control the feel of each gain move.

CurveMeaning
ASlow start, faster later
BEven-feeling linear movement
CFast start, gentler later

For pre-show fade outs, Curve C often makes the start of the fade clear while keeping the tail natural.

Hold Mode

Auto advances from Hold to Fade Out after Hold Time. Manual holds the Boost Level until the next main action.

Use Manual when the cue depends on the room or the stage. Use Auto when the timing is fixed.

Preferences

Preferences window

Preferences controls display and local operation.

ControlMeaning
UI ScaleChanges the plug-in window scale
Shortcut KeySets the keyboard shortcut for the main action

Shortcut Key works when the host DAW passes keyboard input to the plug-in editor.

MIDI / automation

Use Main Trigger when operating aorisage from the DAW.

ParameterPurpose
Main TriggerPerforms the same main action as the main button
Current SettingSelects the active Setting
BGM Level / Boost Level / End LevelAutomates level targets
Hold ModeSwitches Auto / Manual

Main Trigger fires when its value moves from low to high. To use MIDI Note / CC, route or map it to Main Trigger using your DAW MIDI remote system, MIDI Learn, or a MIDI conversion tool.

Sustain pedal example

  1. Set Hold Mode to Manual.
  2. Map sustain pedal CC 64 to Main Trigger.
  3. Press the pedal to start Boost / Hold.
  4. If your DAW can send a main action on release, release the pedal to start Fade Out.

If your DAW only triggers on pedal press, use a second press, another Note, or a keyboard shortcut to start Fade Out.

Multichannel use

aorisage is designed to apply the same gain intent across mono, stereo, and multichannel layouts. It does not perform spatial decoding or creative downmixing.

Troubleshooting

The boost is too loud

Lower Boost Level. aorisage can use values above 0 dB, so also check downstream processing and meters.

Fade Out starts too early

Use Manual Hold or increase Hold Time. In Auto mode, check the combined Boost Time and Hold Time.

Shortcut Key does not work

The host may not be passing keyboard input to the plug-in editor. Focus the plug-in window, try another shortcut, or use Main Trigger.

MIDI pedal behavior is wrong

Check what the DAW receives from the pedal: press event only, held high CC value, release event, or a combination. The correct mapping depends on that behavior.