Our Services
Control & Automation
A great live performance feels effortless — but behind the scenes, every patch change, every effect recall, every transition is the result of a carefully engineered control system. At Optum Audio, we design and build MIDI and automation systems that turn your setlist into a coordinated, repeatable workflow, so your band can focus entirely on the performance rather than the technology.
We work with you to map out every control event in your show: which patches need to change and when, which devices need to respond, and how all of it gets triggered — whether from a MIDI floor controller, a DAW timeline, or an automated cue system. We then design and build the control architecture to make it happen reliably, every performance, without manual intervention. From simple MIDI program change systems to complex multi-device automation with OSC and network integration, we match the solution to the real demands of your show.
As your setlist evolves — new songs, new gear, new productions — your control system needs to evolve with it. We provide ongoing support to keep your automation current, consistent, and stress-free.
Our Control & Automation services include:
- Control strategy consulting (MIDI, OSC, network-based systems)
- MIDI system design and implementation
- Custom MIDI hardware design and fabrication
- Floor controller programming and integration
- Per-song patch management across multiple devices
- Keyboard, guitar modeler, and eDrum patch coordination
- DAW-driven automation and cue triggering
- Lighting and production sync
- Setlist and patch updates as your show evolves
Ready to talk about your rig?
Every system we build starts with a conversation. Tell us about your band, your show, and your goals — and let's explore what we can build together.
Optum Audio is headquartered in Maryland and serves the greater Washington DC area with consulting and software services available nationally.