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Tomorrow's Instruments TodayREAKTOR
Electronic Instruments 2 is an exclusive collection of cutting-edge instruments for
REAKTOR 4 and REAKTOR SESSION. By taking full advantage of REAKTOR’s complete freedom
to innovate, experiment and express, the world's best REAKTOR instrument designers have
created 8 ground-breaking synthesizers, drum machines and effects quite unlike any others.
Their state-of-the-art architectures ensure maximum versatility, offering limitless
possibilities and endless sonic permutations. These Ensembles come equipped with a wealth
of presets, created by renowned artists, lending your productions a distinctive character
and flavour.
Presets designed by: Photek, BT, Junkie XL, Speedy J, Richard Devine, Jam &
Spoon, Machinehead, Richard Davis, Jam El Mar, Telefon Tel Aviv, Exile and others.
Electronic
Instruments 2 Demo Track (MP3, 1.3 MB)
This demo track was produced by Eden exclusively with Electronic Instruments 2 and a
sequencer. |
| Instruments overview: |
| PHOTONE - Hybrid Master Synthesizer |
This polyphonic powerhouse redefines the standard for Reaktor synthesis. Photone boasts an
extensive array of special features, including custom oscillator types, flexible control
over filter routing, vintage analog drift and detuning emulation, and advanced modulation
options. Photone is a complex and comprehensive synthesis workstation, opening a whole
universe of contemporary synthesizer sounds and endless possibilities for sonic
exploration. Its sounds range from basses, leads, pads, keyboard sounds, strings, stacks
and chords all the way to drums and percussion. It is even capable of producing
outstanding effect sounds and unusual rhythms. In essence, Photone employs a relatively
straightforward ‘subtractive’ architecture, featuring a bank of oscillators, two
filters, and an array of effect processors. However, several features set Photone apart
from other synthesizers.
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In addition to its
unprecedented sound quality, Photone boasts an array of special features, including custom
oscillator types, flexible control over filter routing, vintage analog drift and detuning
emulation, and advanced modulation options.
In short, Photone redefines the standard for REAKTOR synthesizers! |
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| LIMELITE - Advanced Beat Composer |
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This masterpiece is definitely one of the most exciting and advanced drum machines and
beat composers ever created! Combining powerful sequencing options, a huge bank of
samples, and an awesome array of effect processors, Limelite takes the beat-box concept to
a whole new level.
Limelite’s sound architecture is vast, complex and yet surprisingly easy to use:Sequencing and Remixing
The integrated 7 channel step sequencer allows for instant
groove creation and manipulation. It includes a modulation sequencer and an additional
pattern sequencer to automatically switch from pattern to pattern.
The remix section allows for easy beat variations without the need to edit the sequencer
pattern itself: Just choose one of 127 predefined variation algorithms, select the
interval of bars to vary and start your mixing mayhem.
Advanced drum samplers
The heart of Limelite is the sampler section, consisting of 5 integrated samplers which
are packed with around 640 drum samples, instruments and fx sounds. Each sampler boasts a
dedicated set of powerful sound shaping and modulation options offering unlimited sonic
flexibility.
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For example, use the modulation sequencer to swap between different samples or vary the
pitch, attack, decay and much more. With pitch modulation you can add melodic variations
such as basslines to your grooves!
Drum oriented effects
The highly advanced effects section sports a delay panel, equalizer, filter, a unique
"Pulp" FX processor, and a multi effects unit with a choice 22 effects –
letting you drive your beats crazy. Control two effects simultaneously with the XY pad.
You can even record the XY mouse movements for lively and smooth effect transitions.
To finish it all off, the "magic" section delivers granular sample-twisting and
extreme filter effects.
And the icing on the cake: You can switch the built-in samplers off and route an external
signal (drum loop, audio track etc.) into Limelite to create mind-bending sonic madness! |
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| METAPHYSICAL FUNCTION - Unique Soundscaper |
Far more than 'just another' synthesiser, Metaphysical Function offers a truly engaging
audio/visual experience with a vast and unique sonic palette ranging from beautiful
soothing tones to dark, disturbing soundscapes.
More than 'just another' synthesizer, Metaphysical Function offers a truly engaging
audio/visual experience. By taking full advantage of REAKTOR’s freedom to create
completely new instruments, this unique sound design tool offers a vast and unparalleled
sonic palette ranging from beautiful soothing tones to dark, disturbing soundscapes.
Metaphysical Function constantly generates sound from the moment the ensemble is opened.
At the heart of this fascinating instrument are two independent signal generator sections,
combining multiple oscillators and waveforms with a sampler, filter, ring modulation, an
EQ unit and a spin module. |
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Moving faders
The key to Metaphysical Function’s unique sound lies with the 30 automatable
faders, which control a variety of parameters, including the amplitude and pitch of the
oscillators, and the settings of the FX units.
Just press one of the relevant automation recording buttons and draw in your individual
parameter movements, to create ethereal sounds.
Free stand-alone demo version:
A smaller and limited version of Metaphysical Function
was released as a stand-alone application at the end of 2003. As a registered NI user cou
can download this free instrument to get an impression of its outstanding sound potential.
But keep in mind that the new version on Electronic Instruments Vol. 2 is greatly
improved: It offers full access to all the sound parameters and can be loaded into
REAKTOR, so you can use it as a plug-in with your favourite sequencer or even modify it
yourself.
Download Metaphysical Function Stand-Alone Demo: (please login on the upper left of
the page)
Mac OS X: Metaphysical Function .sit
Please log in to download. (7.3 MB)
Windows: Metaphysical Function .exe
Please log in to download. (6.6 MB)
(Recommended system for the free version: Minimum 800 MHz processor, 512 MB RAM. Mac OS X
or Windows XP)
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| KRYPT - Granular Drum Machine |
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Krypt is a loop generator quite unlike any other. In essence, it consists of a
programmable granular sampler wired to a six-channel sequencer with an intelligent pattern
generation algorithm. It is capable of generating polymorphic beats that are simply
unheard of.
Granular Grooves
Krypt is a drum machine quite unlike any other. In
essence, it consists of a granular sampler and a six-channel sequencer featuring an
intelligent pattern generation algorithm. Thanks to its advanced granular sampling
architecture and independent control over loads of sample parameters, Krypt is capable of
producing a stunning range of unique and distinctive grooves. |
Krypt
contains five instruments:
The 6 channel sequencer is velocity-sensitive and creates beats with a length of 16
to 64 steps. Sophisticated random generators assist in creating automatic groove
patterns.
The granular sampler provides two modes of operation - one for single drum sounds
(drum maps), the other for remixing complete drum loops using built-in beat slicing. Its
capability to independently modulate up to 8 parameters (such as sample selection, pitch,
speed, grain size and more) using LFOs and velocity allow for maximum flexibility in
creating extraordinary granular beats.
The dedicated snapshot section on the Panel is an advanced control center for quick
access to the sequencer and sampler snapshots, while the "song" section
is a flexible pattern sequencer ideal for live use: just specify the order of sequencer
patterns and sampler settings to be played. |
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| AKKORD - Sequenced Chord Generator |
Akkord is a hybrid additive / FM synthesizer that creates chord sequences, arpeggios,
shimmering pads, delayed synth and deep bass lines, subtle harmonic rhythms, ambient
textures and even drum grooves. It's the perfect instrument to add evolving harmonic
structures and arpeggios to your rhythm tracks.
Pulsing harmonies
Akkord is a hybrid additive / FM synthesizer that creates chord sequences, arpeggios,
shimmering pads, delayed synth and deep bass lines, subtle harmonic rhythms, ambient
textures and even drum grooves. It's the perfect instrument to add evolving harmonic
structures and arpeggios to your rhythm tracks |
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Akkord features an
original tone generation engine combining 3 oscillators, a harmonics generator and
flexible wave shaping options. The rich and distinctive sound is enhanced by a range of
internal effects, and animated by 2 feedback envelopes and beat-syncable LFOs.
Chord Sequencer
Akkord also features a powerful 8-pattern, 32-step, polyphonic chord sequencer for drawing
in chord changes and synth lines. A template list including more than 50 chord types lets
you easily create everything form the simplest to the most complex jazz chords, from
simple minor to "7sus4" or 13-9+11.
Naturally you can use AKKORD without the built-in chord sequencer to play via a MIDI
keyboard or a MIDI track within your audio host.
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| RESOCHORD - Polyphonic Resonator |
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This powerful resonator imprints harmonic structures onto any input signal –
including percussive sounds with no existing harmonics. It consists of 6 feedback units,
each resonating at a different frequency, generating rich and luscious chords, which can
be played via MIDI.
Resochord is an advanced effects units that imprints harmonic structures onto any input
signal – including percussive sounds with no existing harmonics. This means you can
play drum loops and other "unpitched" sounds harmonically via your MIDI keyboard
or a sequencer MIDI track!
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Resochord
essentially consists of 6 feedback units, that can be considered analogous to the strings
of a guitar, which are effectively 'plucked' by the shape and rhythm of the input signal.
As each 'string' resonates at a different frequency, rich and luscious chords are
generated – and thus, remarkably, any input signal can be transformed into a unique,
MIDI playable instrument!
Various controlling modes make it possible to play the effect via a MIDI keyboard or the
internal and programmable chord memory. |
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| FAST FX - Advanced Performance Effects |
A combination of six unusual effects that can turn any track into something really special
- by slicing, filtering, gating, looping and "freezing" the signal in
unspeakable ways.
Fast FX features a special 'live' snapshot system – which makes it perfect for live
performance.
Tempo-synced live effects
Fast FX is the ultimate effect engine for use on stage, but it is also performs
excellently as a plug-in with your favourite sequencer. Fast FX is a set of 6 different
effects: Freeze, zZZzZ, Slicemanipulator, Gate, Delay and Filter.
These effects can be chained together in a variety of ways, offering a large range of
sound design possibilities.
However, due to its sophisticated scene recall system, it's the perfect tool for playing
live.
Six special effects:
The Freeze Effect creates looped and 'frozen' soundbites.
The zZZzZZ module takes care of granular transformations, by detuning the signal
that has been broken down into grains, the smallest possible particles. |
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The Slice manipulator chops the signal up into beat slices and changes the order
and direction in which they are played.
Gate uses an integrated 16 step sequencer to generate rhythmical 'gating effects'.
The delay section utilizes a stereo delay with modulated feedback and filters
whereas the filter section makes use of its integrated 16 step sequencer to
generate rhythmical filter sweeps.
Live use:
Fast FX’s speciality is live performance. Not only are all controls designed to be
tweaked in real-time, but Fast FX features a special 'live' snapshot system –
enabling any of the 256 states to be instantly recalled via simple keyboard strokes. This
ability to instantly switch between presets is what really brings Fast FX to life.
Fast FX uses one of two signal sources: external input or the integrated sampler which
automatically syncs loops to the chosen tempo. |
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| CYAN - Extended Vintage Chorus |
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Cyan is far more than just a
high-quality chorus unit. It offers many new and exciting sound-shaping possibilities and
advanced features such as tempo-synchronisation and extended delay modulation control.
Like a traditional Chorus effect, Cyan uses a bank of modulated-delay units to add width,
depth and richness to the input signal. |
Thanks to
painstaking attention to detail in the design process, Cyan can reproduce classic
chorus-type sounds with the finest sound quality. However, Cyan is far more than just a
high-quality chorus unit.
Indeed, due to its advanced features such as tempo-synchronisation and extended delay
modulation control, Cyan offers many new and exciting sound-shaping possibilities. |
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| Minimum System Requirements: |
REAKTOR 4.1.3 or REAKTOR SESSION 1.1.3
Mac OS 10.2.6 or higher, G4 1 GHz, 512 MB RAM, or
Windows XP, Pentium IV 1GHz / Athlon XP 1.4 GHz, 384 MB RAM |
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