I am a BeatBuddy user and I would like to suggest a new feature for a future firmware update.
Currently, moving to the next song requires either a physical press on the pedal/footswitch or a MIDI command triggered by a manual action (like swiping a tablet). For solo performers who want a completely “switch-free” experience, it would be incredibly helpful to have an “Auto-Advance to Next Song” setting.
The Feature Idea:
Behavior: When a song ends (either naturally or after an outro), the BeatBuddy automatically cues/loads the next song in the current folder or playlist.
Benefit: This allows performers to keep their hands on their instruments and their feet still, with the pedal ready to start the next song immediately.
I believe this would be a game-changer for musicians who want to minimize “tap-dancing” or tablet interaction during a set.
Maybe a setting for the number of seconds before the next song automatically starts. This would allow time for those if us that need to change instrument and pedal settings.
And i would suggest this can be added to the pedal setup [auto-advance Y/N, Seconds =1-9] so a player could change it on stage for various sets without having to reload from bbmo.
Just to clarify: I meant that the next song cues up automatically and is ready with a press. I would be happy to press start to begin that cued beat whenever I/ the user is ready.