Sonic Horizons
A legend in its own time, ABSYNTH returns in a more powerful, creative
and intuitive guise than ever before. Renowned for its organic,
evolving sounds that range from the simple yet sublime to outlandish
sonic textures, ABSYNTH 4 continues to build on its exceptional
reputation. The addition of new features combined with an optimized
workflow and user interface brings fluidity and simplicity to the
creation of intricate and intriguing sounds.
A Taste Of The Future
The unique blend of inimitable effects with multiple synthesis and
sampling techniques is the defining element of the ABSYNTH sound, now
more than ever before. The signal flow is far more flexible and a
revolutionary wave morphing feature has been added. Both the master
effects section and the modulation concept have been greatly enhanced.
All these enhancements further sweeten ABSYNTH's already distinctive
sonic flavour.
Browsing The Library
ABSYNTH 4 comes equipped with 1,200 KORE-configured presets spanning a
vast range of styles and sounds. From clear, pristine leads to wild,
alien soundscapes . it's all there. The KoreSound. Browser makes using
the presets fast and easy: Search and filter functions let you find
presets according to specific characteristics and attributes . a truly
intuitive and musical approach.
Studio And Stage
ABSYNTH 4 is designed both for the studio as well as for the stage.
The sixteen macro controls allow multiple settings to be tweaked at
the same time. All sixteen are automatically mapped onto KORE's
control elements, ensuring that the remote control of ABSYNTH 4 is
always hassle-free. Twisting sounds on-the-fly has never been easier.
New Features
ABSYNTH 4 is a truly unique synthesizer with an unmistakeable sound.
The workflow is easy to understand and the interface simple to use.
The following is a brief summary of new and improved features in
ABSYNTH 4.
The KoreSound Browser and KORE
All 1,200 presets, including 200 brand-new ones, have been
pre-configured for use with KORE and categorised as KoreSounds. The
KoreSound. Browser brings a high degree of simplicity and speed to the
task of finding and managing presets. Browse and filter according to a
number of different sonic criteria and attributes or just enter a
keyword or phrase in the free search mode . the results are displayed
instantly.
Master The Sound
The addition of a freely-definable master ADSR feature greatly
simplifies the use of ABSYNTH 4. Presets can be manipulated without
the need to dive into the depths of the more advanced features,
allowing sounds to be easily personalized. Simply adjust the attack,
decay, sustain and release of the active preset and listen to its
sonic character gradually change.
Flexible Flow
The 3 channels in the patch window are the source of the stunning
ABSYNTH sound. The signal flow within these 3 channels is now
freely-definable, generating an even wider range of sounds. An
additional oscillator module, the "Sync Granular mode", produces
particularly organic sounds. The sensational wave morphing feature
enables the individual oscillators in the channels to blend different
waveforms into one another, exponentially increasing ABSYNTH's sonic
potential.
Ease Of Use
The tempo-synced 68-breakpoint envelopes can control practically all
the synthesis, sampling, and effect parameters - guaranteeing some
striking sonic results. Envelope templates make working with this
powerful feature easy and straightforward. The addition of an envelope
step mode delivers huge scope for variation. The creative potential is
overwhelming. Sixteen macro controls allow you to adjust multiple
parameters simultaneously. All the macro controls map automatically
onto KORE's control elements.
Modulation Concept
The modulation concept has been completely revised. Targets are now
freely definable, adding still yet more versatility to an already
flexible synthesizer. Assign any number of parameters to one of the 16
available controls . simply select the macro control from a drop-down
menu. The level of an audio signal or an oscillator can also be used
to modulate other parameters. Moving and evolving sounds at the click
of a button!
ABSYNTH Sample Library
ABSYNTH 4 also includes a small yet powerful sample library consisting
of over 400 samples, all especially created to be used with ABSYNTH'S
sample or granular mode. The emhasis of the library is on variety and
efficiency: just set up a preset with the oscillator set to granular
or sample mode and select a sample from the library.
The samples are conveniently sorted into 22 categories, ranging from
acoustic instruments to percussion, from morphing textures to vocal
sounds and so forth. Also included are over 60 "Multisamples". These
are single samples which have ten different samples spaced at even
intervals, perfectly suited for use with ABSYNTH's sample jump
envelopes.
Top Features
* Award-winning semi-modular synthesizer offering an unprecedented
range of sonic possibilities
* Innovative and unique combination of multiple synthesis and sampling
techniques
* Greatly improved user-interface and enhanced workflow
* KoreSound Browser for easy searchinh of 1,200 KORE-configured
presets
* ABSYNTH 4 uses the KoreSound. format, macro controls automatically
map onto KORE control elements
* Wave morphing feature and powerful effects greatly extend ABSYNTH
4's sonic range
* New master ADSR section and 16 freely-assignable macro controls for
quick and easy control of the sound
* Flexible 68-breakpoint envelopes with templates and envelope step
sequencer
* Sophisticated surround sound function per channel
* Live stereo input for each channel and new audio modulator section
allow ABSYNTH to be used as a fully-featured effect unit
System Requirements
Mac OSX 10.4.x, G4 1.4 GHz or Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz, 256 MB RAM
Download File Size:235.42 MB
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