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**Author:** [@Umbral](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Umbral)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 4:07am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-with-mpe-sequencer/20426 "2026-10-03T04:07:14Z")
Hello dear Scaler Team, Make Scaler 3 MPE compatible ! My question is can you please consider making an upgrade in the future to your program and add a sequencer to it, and to work with MPE controllers that also have a… --- ## [Scaler 3 sometimes won't stop playback when stop icon is clicked](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-sometimes-wont-stop-playback-when-stop-icon-is-clicked/25256)
**Author:** [@FWSchreck](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/FWSchreck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 3:28am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-sometimes-wont-stop-playback-when-stop-icon-is-clicked/25256 "2026-10-02T03:28:47Z")
Hello, Sometimes Scaler 3.3 Standalone won’t stop playback when the stop button is clicked. It will cycle through the current session indefinitely. Is there an alternative way to stop playback? Thanks. --- ## [Scaler 3 editing chords workflow issues (Video added on 8/27)](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-editing-chords-workflow-issues-video-added-on-8-27/25127)
**Author:** [@EdZbflat](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/EdZbflat)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 1:50am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-editing-chords-workflow-issues-video-added-on-8-27/25127 "2026-09-03T01:50:29Z")
I’m trying to find more efficient ways to work on Scaler 3 both on iPad and PC. One of the areas that I’m finding some difficulties is with editing chords while working in the Arrange page. I’ll describe it briefly(?) he… --- ## [Bind chords to the notes of the scale on the keyboard](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/bind-chords-to-the-notes-of-the-scale-on-the-keyboard/25158)
**Author:** [@gxlopez87](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/gxlopez87)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 11:37pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/bind-chords-to-the-notes-of-the-scale-on-the-keyboard/25158 "2026-08-24T23:37:39Z")
Is it possible to make the bind option snap the chords only to notes within the scale? When I click “bind,” some chords get assigned to notes outside the selected scale, which causes issues with tools like FL Studio’s bu… --- ## [MIDI Editor Enhancements](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/midi-editor-enhancements/25088)
**Author:** [@FWSchreck](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/FWSchreck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 2:53am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/midi-editor-enhancements/25088 "2026-08-06T02:53:41Z")
I’m really enjoying Scaler 3.3, thanks for all the hard work! Here are a few feature requests for the MIDI editor: ability to add notes using the on-screen keyboard, with automatic playhead advancement adjacent to the… --- ## [Scaler 3 Project File Size](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-project-file-size/25087)
**Author:** [@FWSchreck](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/FWSchreck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 2:52am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-project-file-size/25087 "2026-08-06T02:52:56Z")
Hello, I have a project file (.s3p) in Scaler 3.3 that is 70 measures long and contains 6 tracks: Main Track User Track 1 User Track 2 User Track 3 Chord Follow Base Follow The file is 192MB in size! Is this normal… --- ## [Scaler chords output to DAW despite being muted?!](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-chords-output-to-daw-despite-being-muted/23360)
**Author:** [@Fredphoesh](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Fredphoesh)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 10:40pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-chords-output-to-daw-despite-being-muted/23360 "2026-07-23T22:40:55Z")
Hello peeps, I’m sure I’ve had this problem before but have spent 2 hours trying to get over it, but cannot figure it out! Scaler is set for keys lock and muted chords on playback and yet my DAW plays/records the chord … --- ## [DC Snares needs a rhythm generator](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/dc-snares-needs-a-rhythm-generator/25004)
**Author:** [@Larry](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Larry)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 1:31am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/dc-snares-needs-a-rhythm-generator/25004 "2026-07-17T01:31:18Z")
DC Snares is fabulous as a source of percussion sounds. I would suggest adding a Multi-track Rhythm Generator. It would generate known or random new beats and would be using DC Snares as the sound source. Then this ca… --- ## [RANT about Keys Lock not fit for purpose due to illogical non-linear Scaler output](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/rant-about-keys-lock-not-fit-for-purpose-due-to-illogical-non-linear-scaler-output/23254)
**Author:** [@Fredphoesh](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Fredphoesh)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2026, 2:51pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/rant-about-keys-lock-not-fit-for-purpose-due-to-illogical-non-linear-scaler-output/23254 "2026-07-15T14:51:24Z")
Firstly, sorry for my (annoyed) tone in this video, but this one function is largely all I use scaler for, and it is IMO not fit for purpose… I have also written about this since I bought Scaler 2 last year, and then was… --- ## [Serum 2 VST3 not showing up in Scaler 3](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/serum-2-vst3-not-showing-up-in-scaler-3/21741)
**Author:** [@Jason\_ZA](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Jason_ZA)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2026, 1:33am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/serum-2-vst3-not-showing-up-in-scaler-3/21741 "2026-07-15T01:33:02Z")
Good day. I have done multiple rescans of my plugins but it is not showing Serum 2 in the plugins list. It shows the original Serum but it is odd than Serum 2 is not showing. From what I can see, it seems like all plugin… --- ## [What is the price in Euros? I only see USD pricing](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/what-is-the-price-in-euros-i-only-see-usd-pricing/24861)
**Author:** [@SneezZ](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/SneezZ)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 8:28pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/what-is-the-price-in-euros-i-only-see-usd-pricing/24861 "2026-05-29T20:28:44Z")
Can I actually see what the amount is in Euros before I place an order? Or do I only find out after ordering what exchange rate is applied? Would be a nice courtesy to your customers to at least have the option to select… --- ## [Scaler 3 and Polybrute Connect MIDI](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-and-polybrute-connect-midi/24833)
**Author:** [@Joe50](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Joe50)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2026, 10:48am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-and-polybrute-connect-midi/24833 "2026-05-28T10:48:04Z")
Hello, I am using Scaler 3 in combination with Polybrute Connect, it’s a VST that connects my DAW to my Polybrute hardware synth. It requires that the Polybrute VST midi device stays untouched. This normally works fine… --- ## [Scaler 3 (DDU) Display Driver Windows](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-ddu-display-driver-windows/24737)
**Author:** [@Dooby](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Dooby)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-ddu-display-driver-windows/24737 "2026-05-08T14:36:59Z")
Hi, The Scaler 3 plugin crashes when the GUI is touched. If I click it with the mouse, the plugin stops responding, then closes. This happens in Bitwig Studio, FL Studio, and Nuendo. I’m running Windows 11 25H2. --- ## [Arturia MiniLab 3 Midi Map for Scaler3 (standalone)](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/arturia-minilab-3-midi-map-for-scaler3-standalone/24687)
**Author:** [@media\_labs](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/media_labs)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 12:38am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/arturia-minilab-3-midi-map-for-scaler3-standalone/24687 "2026-04-27T00:38:28Z")
I would like to control Scaler 3 (Standalone) using an Arturia MiniLab 3. Unfortunately, the documentation provided with the product is of little to no help. Is there any additional documentation or instructions availabl… --- ## [Perte de synchro MIDI en boucle sur reaper (Windows 11) Lost of MIDI synchronization in a loop in Reaper](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/perte-de-synchro-midi-en-boucle-sur-reaper-windows-11-lost-of-midi-synchronization-in-a-loop-in-reaper/24671)
**Author:** [@GhiottiPaul](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/GhiottiPaul)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2026, 7:56am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/perte-de-synchro-midi-en-boucle-sur-reaper-windows-11-lost-of-midi-synchronization-in-a-loop-in-reaper/24671 "2026-04-23T07:56:29Z")
Bonjour, Depuis une mise a jour Windows 11 Pro (fin mars), je rencontre des difficultés avec Scaler 3 (v 3.2.2) sur reaper (v7.69). Buffer Asio à 512 et Scaler 3 en VST 3 Lorsque je place des accords et que je vais da… --- ## [I cant change the tempo...](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/i-cant-change-the-tempo/24669)
**Author:** [@Thorsteinn](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Thorsteinn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2026, 10:18pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/i-cant-change-the-tempo/24669 "2026-04-17T22:18:31Z")
For some reason i cant change the tempo from 120 bpm its stuck. I can’t right or left click it, drag it nothing happens. --- ## [Drag chords to DAW from Top of Scaler](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/drag-chords-to-daw-from-top-of-scaler/24667)
**Author:** [@Dano](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Dano)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2026, 10:42pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/drag-chords-to-daw-from-top-of-scaler/24667 "2026-04-15T22:42:34Z")
We have to drag chords to DAW from bottom of Scaler. Also draging from the top of Scaler would be easier with the Scaler window at the bottom of the screen. --- ## [Scaler 3.2 plugin in Studio One (latest version) - Windows 11](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-2-plugin-in-studio-one-latest-version-windows-11/23927)
**Author:** [@Whatamint](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Whatamint)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2026, 1:53am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-2-plugin-in-studio-one-latest-version-windows-11/23927 "2026-04-10T01:53:21Z")
Strange behaviour using a bunch of Divisi tracks in one Scaler VST instance. Worked on a project for quite a few hours using a whole bunch of different VST (2 or 3 Ujam plugins, SoundPaint, RealGuitar plugin and a few ot… --- ## [Scaler 3.2.0. Current scale not saved in preset](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-2-0-current-scale-not-saved-in-preset/24047)
**Author:** [@animaya](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/animaya)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2026, 12:52am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-2-0-current-scale-not-saved-in-preset/24047 "2026-04-10T00:52:06Z")
If you save and reload the A Major Scale preset in the Standalone version, the D Minor scale will be loaded. --- ## [Scaler 3 - MIDI in VST3](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-midi-in-vst3/20403)
**Author:** [@fridayeve](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/fridayeve)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 4:03am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-midi-in-vst3/20403 "2026-03-27T04:03:13Z")
Bugs in arrange, DAW, Reaper 7.35: tested with scaler 3.0.0 and 3.0.1 #1) 1st track after main, “Performances”, Midi CH 2 selected If mixer contains any internal sound, such as “Felt piano”, Scaler sends MIDI to ALL c… --- ## [Scaler 3.2.1 Issues due to Windows MIDI Services Update](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-2-1-issues-due-to-windows-midi-services-update/24581)
**Author:** [@willl](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/willl)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2026, 4:24am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-2-1-issues-due-to-windows-midi-services-update/24581 "2026-03-24T04:24:50Z")
Fresh install of 3.2.1 Windows will not open the standalone. The service starts, but the app never appears/loads. Both Fender Studio Pro and Cakewalk Sonar hang when scanning the vst3. People have been reporting this… --- ## [S3 STANDALONE - Search Guitar Chord Names Setup \[known bug\]](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/s3-standalone-search-guitar-chord-names-setup-known-bug/24388)
**Author:** [@sadicus](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/sadicus)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2026, 4:06pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/s3-standalone-search-guitar-chord-names-setup-known-bug/24388 "2026-02-27T16:06:46Z")
Without always knowing the alternative Chord Name, Is there a way to make searching Chords for Guitar more consistent? How can Scaler 3 be setup to find “Bm6” instead of “G#dim “? 1) Using Oomilo to find the Chord Shape… --- ## [No MIDI output in Reaper to another track?](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/no-midi-output-in-reaper-to-another-track/24410)
**Author:** [@seawind161](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/seawind161)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2026, 4:06am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/no-midi-output-in-reaper-to-another-track/24410 "2026-02-25T04:06:45Z")
Scaler newb here, can’t seem to route Scaler MIDI internally in Reaper (from Scaler track 1 to Diva track 2, for instance), or even when Scaler and Diva are on the same track. Easy enough with other apps, like Stepic, b… --- ## [Does scaler3's chord suggest feature follow only forward direction?](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/does-scaler3s-chord-suggest-feature-follow-only-forward-direction/24309)
**Author:** [@sanco](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/sanco)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2026, 5:27am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/does-scaler3s-chord-suggest-feature-follow-only-forward-direction/24309 "2026-02-08T05:27:02Z")
When constructing a chord progression, we usually move in a forward direction—one chord leading naturally to the next. Suppose I decide to change the intermediate chord (C7) in the progression Cmaj → C7 → Fmaj. Will th… --- ## [How to figure out which key I'm in in Expliore](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/how-to-figure-out-which-key-im-in-in-expliore/24200)
**Author:** [@Riptide](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Riptide)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 8:38pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/how-to-figure-out-which-key-im-in-in-expliore/24200 "2026-02-03T20:38:20Z")
Hey there! Bought Scaler 3 on Black Friday and thinkered with it for a couple of weeks now. I mostly use the Explore section of Scaler 3 to quickly get an idea of the chords of my project. Problem is, I’m not sure how… --- ## [Why won’t the app respond](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/why-won-t-the-app-respond/24163)
**Author:** [@exVista](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/exVista)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 1:31am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/why-won-t-the-app-respond/24163 "2026-01-29T01:31:19Z")
Suddenly it’s off doing its own thing, I’m not able to stop it, it’s unresponsive to keypresses and mouse clicks. Starts playing the sequence I’ve set up then just keeps on going through empty bars. Then suddenly it’ll g… --- ## [Tempo fixed to DAW even when no DAW sync](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/tempo-fixed-to-daw-even-when-no-daw-sync/24155)
**Author:** [@LawrieA](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/LawrieA)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2026, 9:41pm UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/tempo-fixed-to-daw-even-when-no-daw-sync/24155 "2026-01-21T21:41:32Z")
The tempo in Scaler 3.2 with Studio One (7 and new Fender 8) is fixed to the DAW tempo even when DAW sync is off. I have been away for a while and having to learn all over again, but don’t recall this before… --- ## [Scaler 3 - horizontal scroll and zoom](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-horizontal-scroll-and-zoom/23564)
**Author:** [@jin8864y](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/jin8864y)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2026, 5:42am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-horizontal-scroll-and-zoom/23564 "2026-01-20T05:42:35Z")
Zoom in & out function causes the graphical issue. If you zoom out once, the chords are disappeared, but you still can play it. It happens with only Studio One. I tested it with Reaper and it was totally fine. Here is t… --- ## [Binding and User Main Presets](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/binding-and-user-main-presets/23104)
**Author:** [@Boxplorer](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/Boxplorer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2026, 4:51am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/binding-and-user-main-presets/23104 "2026-01-20T04:51:39Z")
Scaler 3 v3.1.0.4b1e963 (Windows standalone) When the binding option is stored in User Main Presets it causes update issues while moving to another User Main Preset with also the binding option stored in it. Deselectin… --- ## [Scaler 3 Standalone](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-standalone/20013)
**Author:** [@jmcaudio](https://forum.scalermusic.com/u/jmcaudio)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2026, 12:46am UTC](https://forum.scalermusic.com/t/scaler-3-standalone/20013 "2026-01-16T00:46:56Z")
Adding any VST3 effect disables track output. Older VSTs (dll) seem to work There is not a way to delete unwanted effects, you can only replace them or add more. NOTE: VST3 Instruments appear to be working, only the … [Next page](https://forum.scalermusic.com/tag/windows/15.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=Windows)