[LAD] automation on Linux (modular approach)

[Ralf Mardorf]

I do not really understand what the problem is with using MIDI control 
change for mixers. The resolution? For 2 data bytes there are 127 * 127 
= 16129 steps. The number of channels? It's unlimited when using as much 
IOs as needed. IMO there already is a standard for all apps, it's called 
MIDI.
IMO automation is overrated, it's useful, but OTOH how often is it 
needed to change settings during an opus? Most times a mix, selected 
synth etc. are fixed from the start to the end of an opus. For example, 
normally a musician plays an instrument dynamically by the touch or by 
using a volume pedal. Dynamic for the loudness seldom is done by a fader 
after the recording is done.
No doubt about it, we do need automation, but we don't need an 
automation overkill, it just would make everything much more 
complicated. 2 cents, Ralf