This is a better place for the post I made in the audio tracks thread:https://forum.renoise.com/t/brainstorming-audio-tracks/24794
Hazardous, I think you’re completely right. In my post I suggest replacing/upgrading the pattern matrix, but I think it makes a lot more sense to keep the pattern matrix and continue its development with a focus on its strengths (live performance, simplicity). Meanwhile, introduce a new “composer” or “arranger” view that can focus on separate motives, namely allowing for more complex song structuring, more efficient pattern usage, and more comfortable high level editing.