Native Instruments Schema Light

Melodic sequencer plugin

• A unique sequencing engine for weaving captivating melodic patterns and textures
• Explore and sculpt creatively processed bells, keys, plucked strings, xylophones, and more
• Craft immersive sequences using the four-layer engine

Lush, shapeable layers

Schema: Light gives you an endless source of new ideas, packing a kaleidoscopic collection of soft, layerable upper-range loops within an intuitive step sequencer plugin. Quickly generate evolving patterns and make them your own with a suite of effects and controls. Delve into delicate sounds that have been enriched and fine-tuned, ideal for atmospheric film scores, electronic soundscapes, and hypnotic hip hop beats.

The Schema engine

Schema: Light revolves around a unique 16-step sequencer. Begin with four tempo-synced loops, each spanning two bars, then toggle up to 16 steps for each layer to create distinctive melodic patterns. Add expression using the mod wheel and explore advanced scaling possibilities with the enhanced engine. Whether you’re seeking rapid results or hands-on sculpting, Schema: Light offers an intuitive interface for any workflow.

Instant inspiration

Discover a curated collection of 200 carefully designed presets, each featuring four loops that can be shaped with various playback modes, envelopes, effects, and more. From gentle plucks and bells to dreamy keys, each of Schema: Light’s multi-sampled sound sources can be quickly swapped and previewed, inviting happy accidents and seamless experimentation.

Four layers, endless options

Each sound source offers four different variations. Version A is the original, flawlessly captured and enhanced with high-end outboard gear, while versions B, C, and D elevate the sounds further, infusing an array of stompboxes, modular systems, tape machines, advanced granular techniques, and more. Freely mute and solo each layer, or roll the dice to randomize loops, the 16 individual slices, or even the sequencer pattern itself.

Shape sounds your way

Journey deep into sound design, tailoring each of the 16 steps further by adjusting filters, decay, volume, and pitch. Experiment with polyrhythms by altering the lengths of looping patterns, and add character with a choice of six studio-grade effects assignable across two individual send slots.