Learn SONIC-PI-LIVE with Real Code Examples

Download Sonic Pi from the official website for your OS.

Install the application, ensuring SuperCollider and audio drivers are included.

Open Sonic Pi to access the code editor and audio engine.

Configure audio settings if necessary (input/output, latency).

Run example scripts to verify installation.

Install Sonic Pi for your OS

Ensure audio drivers are properly configured

Connect MIDI instruments if desired

Open the editor and run examples

Test synths, samples, and effects

Sonic Pi script (.spi)

Optional sample directories

Configuration for audio and MIDI devices

Saved workspace settings

Optional external scripts for modularity

Launch Sonic Pi via desktop shortcut or terminal

Run scripts directly in the editor

Record and export audio to WAV

Reset or stop live loops with built-in commands

Adjust audio settings from preferences

Interface supports multiple languages

Code syntax universal (Ruby-based)

Comments and strings can be localized

Documentation available in English and other languages

Community tutorials exist in various languages

Visual cues for live loops and notes

Keyboard-driven scripting

Mouse and keyboard for navigation

Text-based code accessible to screen readers

Suitable for classroom and workshop use

Color-coded editor for readability

Real-time sound visualizer

Multiple panes for code and logs

Customizable syntax highlighting

Focus on usability for coding and performance

Live loop state is managed per loop

Synth and sample parameters modifiable in real-time

Concurrency handled via threads

Global settings (tempo, synth choice) affect loops

State reset via stop or reload commands

Notes, timings, and effects managed in memory during runtime

Sample files loaded from built-in or custom libraries

Optional recording of audio output

No persistent database required

Patterns controlled programmatically via code