AIR Music Technology has announced what they describe as “NOT ONE but SEVEN new inspiring Virtual Instruments.” We have the details.
The 7 new plug-ins support VST, VST 3, AU and AAX formats and also operate as standalone desktop software for "Plug and Play" performance with any midi controller.
Note: All these NEW products do not support/require the use of iLok. Instead, AIR has developed a convenient login based system to authorize the following brand new plug-ins.
BASSLINE - VACUUM EVOLVED
The Bassline is a monophonic vintage synthesizer featuring Vacuum Tube Synthesis with an evolved version of AIR's vacuum tube circuit modelling technology made first famous by AIR VACCUM. VACCUM if you are not familiar with it, is considered by many the reference Synth for Avid's Pro Tools.
ELECTRIC - YOUR NEW REFERENCE ELECTRIC PIANO
AIR Electric plugin is your new complete electric piano collection. Choose from a comprehensive array of legendary keyboards like Rhodes, Wurlitzers, FM keyboards, and more developed over decades of research. Electric proudly builds upon the legacy of excellence of AIR Velvet, considered the reference electronic Piano Instrument for Avids Pro Tools with a new range of powerful features and sounds.
HYPE - You Can Believe It !
Hype's name speaks for itself—a revolutionary and exciting Hybrid synthesizer plug-in instrument with features that extend far beyond its massive preset library. Cover everything from hard-hitting plucks to sultry melodic leads with this preset and macro-based synth combining multiple synth engines (wavetable, FM, virtual analogue, multi-sample) all in one easy to use interface.
MELLOTRON - AIR's Homage to the Original Sampler
The new Mellotron plug-in instrument is a recreation of the legendary tape sample keyboard machine featured on countless classic Rock albums. It's so Iconic many consider it to be the first sampler. With AIR’s over 20 years of experience in developing high-quality emulations, you can be assured this instrument won't disappoint.
ODYSSEY (by WayOutWare) - Take a Journey Into Sound
Creators of the Legendary timeWARP2600 and Kick Axe instruments, WayOutWare prides its self on creating the highest quality emulations. In fact, TimeWARP was the only ARP 2600 emulation product endorsed by its creator, Alan R. Pearlman.
Not only is it accurate sonically, but with their experienced circuit modelling and signal processing, WayOutWare captured the behaviour, character and charm of the original ARP Odyssey. With Expression pedal modulation, velocity and channel pressure support built-in every attention to detail and realism has been made.
Solina - Strings Evolved
The AIR Solina Plugin is based on the Iconic classic 6-timbre polyphonic keyboard instrument featuring Contrabass, Cello, Viola, Violin, Trumpet and Horn selections with independent volume, pan and pitch control. Combine them for a massive sonic experience to liven up even the most thrilling music production.
TUBESYNTH - THE NEXT GENERATION OF POLY-SYNTHESIS
TubeSynth leverages the next generation of advanced analogue modelling technology first debuted in our highly acclaimed desktop plugin synth Vacuum Pro. Our evolved engine is the result of over 20 years of meticulous research and development. You will discover new lush soundscapes you never before dreamt possible. Dive deep into subtractive synthesis to recreate those sought-after analogue sounds from the 70s and 80s.
Pricing and Availability
HYPE
MSRP $149 / MAP $119 / Introductory Promo $79ODYSSEY
MSRP $149 / MAP $119 / Introductory Promo $79MELLOTRON
MSRP $119 / MAP $99 / Introductory Promo $59Solina
MSRP $119 / MAP $99 / Introductory Promo $59TUBESYNTH
MSRP $89 / MAP $69 / Introductory Promo $29BASSLINE
MSRP $89 / MAP $69 / Introductory Promo $29ELECTRIC
MSRP $89 / MAP $69 / Introductory Promo $29
(The Introductory Promo will run from April 5th through April 17th).