
B4 XPRESS, FM7 XPRESS, PRO-53 XPRESS |
Make music from the start
With XPRESS KEYBOARDS Native Instruments
has realized three software music instruments that combine an outstanding sound with
incredible ease-of-use. The bundle includes the XPRESS versions of the B4, PRO-53, and
FM7, making it the perfect option for instrumentalists who see themselves first and
foremost as musicians and who want to get straight to making music. |
Three
legendary instruments
The XPRESS KEYBOARDS generate the sounds of three legendary classics, which to this day
have not lost an ounce of their popularity. Each instrument represents a milestone in
music history: B4 XPRESS produces the sound of the legendary B3 drawbar organ including
rotary speaker. PRO-53 XPRESS generates the sound of the beloved Prophet-5TM analog synth.
FM7 XPRESS delivers the modern and digital sound of the famous FM synths of the 1980s.
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Presets and controls for B4 XPRESS |
The three XPRESS KEYBOARDS are designed for maximum
playability and deliver the most popular sounds of their predecessors. Altogether 160
outstanding sounding presets cover an enormous spectrum of sounds, from fat basses to lead
and pad sounds, from organ sounds to keyboard tones. In addition the presets can be
changed through selected sound parameters depending on the preset letting
you customize the sound, easy and intuitive.
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Professional
sound
One of the most important factors when making music is finding a completely convincing and
inspiring sound. In this department XPRESS KEYBOARDS set new standards: these brilliant
instruments inherit their sound engines from the full versions of B4 Organ, FM7, and
PRO-53, instruments known for their perfect sound quality. Professional sound is
guaranteed.
Live and in the studio
Since all three instruments can run standalone and as a plug-in, XPRESS KEYBOARDS are
equally suited for playing live at home, on stage, and for composing songs in a sequencer.
Individual and as bundle
XPRESS KEYBOARDS includes B4 XPRESS, FM7 XPRESS, and PRO-53 XPRESS and will be offered as
a bundle at a very attractive price in the NI Online Shop and stores worldwide. In
addition the instruments can be purchased individually as direct download from the NI
Online Shop |
| B4 XPRESS B4 XPRESS delivers the
ever-popular organ sound of the 60s and 70s. Countless music productions of
this era used the warm and powerful sound of the legendary drawbar organ which to
this day works for practically every genre and style. B4 XPRESS generates the sounds of
the hardware predecessor with astonishing precision and includes 32 of the best presets
from the award-winning Native Instruments B4 Organ. |
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Sound settings
In addition some of the most important sound parameters can be altered: the rotary
speakers an absolute must for a striking organ sound are tweaked with the Rotor
control. Drive controls the degree of distortion, ideal for rocking organ sounds. Vibrato
adds an expressive vibrato, Percussion a percussive velocity sound. Bass,
Treble, and Brilliance change the color of the sound. |
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FM7 XPRESS
At the beginning of the 1980s a new synthesis type called frequency modulation (FM)
changed the sound aesthetic of an entire generation and left a significant mark on the
sound of pop and alternative music alike. FM7 XPRESS includes 64 presets, including
precise bass sounds, crystalline bells, metallic leads, and pulsing pads, plus some
impressive analog-style sounds and pulsing loops.
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Sound settings
The attractive control surface offers several controls for sonic fine-tuning: Harmonic
adds new overtones and changes the basic sound, while Brightness boosts the high
end. With Attack, Decay, and Release you can turn a punchy bass into a long
string sound by altering the envelope times. FX controls the effects level for the
sounds: depending on the preset you can increase or decrease the chorus, delay, or hall.
The Modulation Wheel lets you dynamically alter the sounds while playing live.
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PRO-53
XPRESS
PRO-53 XPRESS emulates the full, powerful analog sounds of the Sequential Circuits TM
Prophet-5. Fat basses, warm pads, energetic leads, and brass and string sounds with
real character are all possible with PRO-53. The PRO-53 XPRESS includes 64 of the best
sounds from its big brother PRO-53. |
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Sound settings
The most important parameters can of course be
tweaked for custom sounds: Brightness, Resonance, Shape, Attack,
and Decay control the unmistakable filter of the PRO-53, allowing for countless
sonic variations. FX controls the effects level for the sounds: depending on the
preset you can increase or decrease the chorus, delay, or hall. The Modulation Wheel gives
sounds even more life and expressiveness by smoothly altering various sound settings. |
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