Brainworx MEGA Sampler
The Brainworx MEGA Sampler connects a plugin and a web app: a large sample library, offline use and drag and drop into your DAW for professional music production.
A sampler that lives in the plugin and on the web
Initial situation & goals
The Brainworx MEGA Sampler gives musicians and producers a large sample library and a direct link between the plugin and a web app. Browsing, loading and using samples happens in one workflow.
The problem
Challenges
Communication
The plugin and the web app had to exchange data in both directions.
Performance
The plugin had to run smoothly inside a webview.
Integration
Plugin and web app were developed in parallel and had to stay in sync.
Offline use
Users needed access to local samples without an internet connection.
Goals
Approach
One workflow
Plugin and web app work together without friction.
Scalability
A platform that is easy to extend and update.
Flexibility
Samples are available both online and offline.
Our approach
Approach
We combined current web and audio technologies with agile development.
Project management
Agile methods
Short development cycles with regular feedback.
Parallel development
The plugin team and the web app team worked in sync.
Close collaboration
New requirements from the client went straight into the work.
Technologies & tools
Frontend
Vue.js, TypeScript, WebAssembly and the Web Audio API.
Backend
Node.js, MongoDB, Redis and AWS S3 for a fast architecture that scales.
Integration
WebSocket, REST APIs and IndexedDB keep plugin and web app in sync.
Team & roles
Frontend developers
Built the web app and the user interface.
Backend developers
Built the API and the database structure.
Audio specialists
Advised on and refined the sample library.
Implementation: what the plugin does
Implementation
The MEGA Sampler needed a well-planned architecture that connects a desktop plugin with a web platform.
Core features
Sample library
A large collection of loops and samples across many genres and styles.
Search
Filters for BPM, key, genre and instrument type.
Drag and drop
Samples go straight into the DAW.
Offline use
Locally stored samples work without an internet connection.
Lessons learned and outlook
Lessons learned
The most important lessons and the next steps.
Flexible architecture
The platform is easy to extend and adapt.
Offline first
Access to local samples is a real advantage for users.
Tight integration
Keeping plugin and web app in sync is essential.
Next steps
Expand the sample library
Add new filters and search options
Improve performance for larger data sets
Bottom line
The Brainworx MEGA Sampler gives musicians a fast, easy-to-use platform for professional music production, in the plugin and on the web.
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