README: Grafik7 – Hardware-Coded EQ & Smart Saturation

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Project: Grafik7 (v1.0.1) 
Developer: Thomas Zalud | A-Tom Soundware License: GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3) 

Thank you for downloading Grafik7! This package provides two specialized DSP architectures for the RNBO platform, designed for live hardware performance and studio-grade integration.

1. WHICH VERSION SHOULD I USE?

A) Grafik7_Studio_Serial_v1.0.1.maxpat 

Best For: Synthesizers, Eurorack integration, and Line-Level instruments.

Character: "Analog Console Mojo." The complete signal passes through the saturation stage (100% Wet).

Key Feature: Adds 3-dimensional depth and "Glue" using a JOS Cubic Tube. It uses aggressive "De-Harshing" when cutting frequencies to smooth out sharp transients.

B) Grafik7_Pedalboard_v1.0.1.maxpat 

Best For: Guitarists using hardware in an amplifier’s FX loop (Send/Return).

Character: "Transparent Silk." Uses parallel routing, adding only 4% to 7% saturation to the dry signal.

Key Feature: Specifically designed to preserve the pick attack and dynamic response of a tube amplifier. Ultra-low bias (0.02) prevents intermodulation distortion in high-gain rigs.

2. WHAT'S INCLUDED

Grafik7_Studio_Serial_v1.0.1.maxpat (Live Synth/Studio Logic) 

Grafik7_Pedalboard_v1.0.1.maxpat (Guitar Amp/Parallel Logic) 

Grafik7_Remote.tosc (Dedicated TouchOSC Layout for wireless control)

License.txt & Readme.txt 

3. COMPATIBILITY & INSTALLATION

Tested Hardware: These patches have been fully tested on Raspberry Pi (e.g., using Pisound).

Ableton Move (Experimental): Since Ableton Move utilizes similar RNBO-compatible architecture, these patches should theoretically run on the device. Please note: This has not been officially tested yet – use at your own risk!

Remote Control: Load Grafik7_Remote.tosc into the TouchOSC app to control all 7 bands and saturation parameters wirelessly via your network.

4. SUPPORT & DONATION

Grafik7 is free and open-source (GPLv3). If this tool enhances your live rig or your tone, please consider supporting further development:

A-Tom Development Support: https://payhip.com/b/CwZ9A

5. LEGAL NOTICE / DISCLAIMER

WARRANTY: THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.

LIABILITY: USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. A-Tom Soundware is not liable for any damages to hardware (Amps, Synths, Move), speakers, or hearing.

TERMS: Governed by the GTC and Privacy Policy at www.atomsoundware.eu.

SOURCE CODE: Corresponding source code is available at https://github.com/voxuser1/Grafik7.

(c) 
2026 A-Tom Soundware, Vienna, Austria.