XLN Audio Life｜Turn Any Sound into Rhythm

Product Overview

Life is a groundbreaking rhythm creation tool that instantly transforms your recordings or imported audio into inspiring beats. With the companion Field Recorder app and DAW Recorder plugin, you can capture sounds anywhere and turn them into music right away.

Main Features

• Instant Beat Creation: Record, import, or drag audio files and Life will automatically slice and generate unique grooves.
• Multi-Platform Recording: Use the Life Field Recorder app on your phone or the DAW Recorder plugin to capture sounds directly from your workflow.
• Powerful Randomization: Generate endless variations with “Randomize” and fine-tune results using AI-driven Density, Syncopation, and Symmetry controls.
• Slice & Edit Controls: Four-track sequencer with filter, pitch, envelope, timing, FX, and full MIDI automation support.
• Duck for Groove: Version 1.2 introduces Duck (sidechain) to instantly lock beats with your kick drum for more groove.
• Offline Mode & Cloud Sync: Create without internet and sync projects seamlessly across devices.
• Easy Export: Drag and drop slices, full beats, or MIDI stems directly into your DAW or desktop.

System Requirements & Compatibility

• Operating Systems: macOS 10.13 or later (64-bit), Windows 7/8/10/11 (64-bit).
• Plugin Formats: VST (VST2/VST3), AU, AAX (all 64-bit); also runs standalone.
• Supported DAWs: Ableton Live 10+, Logic Pro 10+, Pro Tools 11+ (not First), Cakewalk, FL Studio 20+, Reaper, Cubase, Reason, and more.
• Mobile: Life Field Recorder app available for iOS 15.4+ and Android 7.0+.

Ideal For

• Creators who love capturing real-world sounds and instantly turning them into beats.
• Producers seeking experimental grooves and happy accidents in their workflow.
• Songwriters and sound designers who need fast beat generation and intuitive groove editing.