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Overview

FFT is an original maimai song produced by cybermiso, first introduced to the series during maimai FiNALE's PANDORA BOXXX event on March 8, 2019. Its title is an acronym for Fast Fourier Transform, a fundamental algorithm in digital signal processing, and fits into a loose series of mathematically named compositions cybermiso contributed to multiple rhythm game platforms, including "Z[i]" for CROSS×BEATS (referencing Gaussian integers) and "UFD" for ToneSphere (Unique Factorization Domain). The song marks cybermiso's return to maimai with a brand-new commission since contributing "Panopticon" to the MURASAKi album. The track is a brisk, high-BPM (180) electronic piece characteristic of cybermiso's style, accompanied by a music video created by the artist Shun (駿). The MV contains hidden Morse code that, when decoded, spells out references to the maimai MURASAKi album, the title "FFT," and various cryptic names that have sparked community speculation. Three different chart designers contributed to the song's upper-difficulty charts: サファ太 (Safata) handled the Expert chart, safaTAmago took on the Master chart with a dense 849-note count, and JAQ produced the Re:Master chart, a demanding 947-note layout that ranks among the most technically rigorous STANDARD charts from the FiNALE era. Though initially locked behind the time-limited PANDORA BOXXX event, FFT became freely accessible to all players starting with the maimai でらっくす update.

Videos

Official PV

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Re:MASTER chart

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Master chart

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Expert chart

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Charts

STD

BASIC
7(7)
260 notesDesigner: -|Tap 215Hold 23Slide 14Break 8
ADVANCED
9(9)
383 notesDesigner: -|Tap 282Hold 68Slide 18Break 15
EXPERT
12+(12.7)
407 notesDesigner: サファ太|Tap 189Hold 143Slide 53Break 22
MASTER
14(14)
849 notesDesigner: safaTAmago|Tap 580Hold 61Slide 173Break 35
Re:MASTER
14(14.5)
947 notesDesigner: JAQ|Tap 711Hold 63Slide 155Break 18

Trivia

  • FFT stands for Fast Fourier Transform, a mathematical algorithm used in signal processing and audio analysis, the acronym is displayed on-screen at the beginning of the music video.
  • FFT is cybermiso's second original contribution to maimai, following 'Panopticon,' which was included in the MURASAKi album.
  • The song belongs to an informal series of mathematically themed compositions by cybermiso across different rhythm games: 'Z[i]' (Gaussian integers) for CROSS×BEATS and 'UFD' (Unique Factorization Domain) for ToneSphere.
  • Multiple Morse code sequences are hidden throughout the music video by Shun (駿). Decoded messages include 'ryugujo' (竜宮城, Dragon Palace Castle), 'asriel,' 'maimai MURASAKi FFT,' and the phrase 'i married azriel', the exact readings of some segments remain uncertain among the community.
  • The song debuted through PANDORA BOXXX, a limited-time event in maimai FiNALE where players could unlock songs ahead of general availability. The general unlock followed on July 11, 2019, with the launch of maimai でらっくす.
  • The Re:Master chart was added separately on May 10, 2019, also through PANDORA BOXXX early access before general release.
  • Each of the three upper difficulties was assigned to a different notes designer: サファ太 (Expert), safaTAmago (Master), and JAQ (Re:Master).
  • In earlier versions of the game, FFT's chart levels were lower across the board, for instance, the Master chart was originally level 13 at launch, later adjusted upward through multiple version updates to its current level 14.
  • Completing specific in-game achievements unlocks collection items tied to the song, including the 'PANDORA:MURASAKi' title for an All Perfect on Re:Master, and a maimai MURASAKi icon for a Master SSS.
  • Since maimai でらっくす, FFT has been available by default with no unlock requirements.

FAQ

Who composed FFT in maimai?
FFT was composed and arranged by cybermiso, who also created the earlier maimai original 'Panopticon' from the MURASAKi album.
What does FFT stand for?
FFT stands for Fast Fourier Transform, a widely used mathematical algorithm in digital signal processing. The title is displayed in the opening of the song's music video.
When was FFT added to maimai?
FFT was first added during maimai FiNALE on March 8, 2019, as part of the PANDORA BOXXX event. It became generally unlockable on July 11, 2019, with the release of maimai でらっくす.
Who designed the FFT charts?
The three upper-difficulty charts each had a different designer: サファ太 (Safata) designed the Expert chart, safaTAmago designed the Master chart, and JAQ designed the Re:Master chart. The Basic and Advanced charts have no credited designer.
What hidden messages appear in the FFT music video?
The MV by Shun (駿) contains Morse code messages at multiple points. Decoded text includes 'ryugujo' (竜宮城, Dragon Palace Castle), 'asriel,' 'maimai MURASAKi FFT,' and 'i married azriel,' though some segments remain ambiguously interpreted by the community.
Is FFT part of a series of math-themed songs?
Yes. Cybermiso has contributed similarly titled mathematical works to other rhythm games, including 'Z[i]' (Gaussian integers) for CROSS×BEATS and 'UFD' (Unique Factorization Domain) for ToneSphere, forming an informal thematic series.
How many notes are in the FFT Re:Master chart?
The Re:Master chart contains 947 total notes, 711 Tap, 63 Hold, 155 Slide, and 18 Break, making it one of the densest STANDARD charts from the maimai FiNALE era.

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