Unleash the timeless beauty of Chinese music with the cutting-edge sound design of Augmented YANGTZE, a revolutionary software instrument. Craft groundbreaking sonic landscapes by blending meticulously sampled instruments like the Erhu and Pipa with powerful synthesis engines. Immerse yourself in a world of expressive textures as you explore the rich tones of the Bass Dizi, Xiao, Yangqin, and more. Discover a vast library of over 200 inspiring presets, ready to launch you into instant creative exploration.

Augmented YANGTZE offers unparalleled sonic flexibility. Craft unique soundscapes with not just two sampler engines, but also four types of synthesis and a wealth of effects at your fingertips. Sculpt your sound with ease using the intuitive interface, where you can quickly navigate presets and fine-tune parameters for effortless sound design. Want to dive even deeper? Augmented YANGTZE empowers advanced sound sculpting with intricate modulation, arpeggiation, and the ability to manipulate custom sound sources.

This powerful instrument empowers musicians, producers, and sound designers alike. Compose evocative melodies, breathing new life into traditional instruments for deeply emotional pieces. Produce captivating textures, creating dynamic soundscapes that push the boundaries of music. Design unique sonic elements, crafting groundbreaking sound effects and atmospheres for any project. Unleash the full potential of Augmented YANGTZE and transcend musical limitations. Download your free trial today!

Key Features

• DAW Compatibility & Standalone Play: Create in your preferred environment - Live, FL Studio, Logic, or use it standalone with a MIDI keyboard for maximum flexibility.
  
• Dual Layered Presets with Deep Customization: Craft unique sounds with 2 layers per preset, each featuring 2 customizable sound sources for a total of 4 oscillators per patch.
  
• Authentic Chinese Instruments: Explore a meticulously detailed sample library of traditional Chinese instruments, including processed and multisampled articulations for realism.
  
• Extensive Instrument Collection: Experience the rich tapestry of Chinese music with Winds (Bass Dizi / Xiao), Plucked Strings (Pipa / Guqin), Hit Strings (Yangqin), and Bowed Strings (Erhu).
  
• 38 Instrument Articulations: Add depth and nuance to your performances with a vast selection of articulations tailored for each instrument.
  
• Virtual Analog Synthesis: Generate warm, vintage tones with award-winning TAE technology.
  
• Granular Engine: Craft modern textures and soundscapes with warp, glitch, and stretch effects.
  
• Harmonic Engine: Build complex and evolving textures through additive synthesis.
  
• Wavetable Engine: Forge sharp, digital timbres with a dedicated wavetable oscillator.
  
• Dual Sampler Engines: Expand your sonic palette with two versatile sampler engines.
  
• Morph Control: Seamlessly blend between Layers A and B, while simultaneously affecting up to 8 user-defined destinations for dynamic sound sculpting.
  
• Macro Controls: Shape your sound in real-time with 7 additional macros for Time, Color, Motion, FX, Reverb, Delay, and more.
  
• Extensive Modulation Options: Utilize 2 LFOs, 2 Function Generators, 2 Random Generators, 4 Keyboard modulation sources, and dedicated Vibrato & Tremolo controls for intricate sonic manipulation.
  
• Per-Layer FX: Apply creative processing with 2 FX slots per layer, featuring 14 high-quality effects like ParamEQ, Bitcrusher, BL-20 Flanger, and more.
  
• Dedicated Sends: Craft spacious soundscapes with independent Delay and Reverb sends, featuring 5 spatial and time-based algorithms.
  
• Built-in Arpeggiator: Generate complex rhythmic patterns with the integrated 16-step arpeggiator.
  
• 200 Factory Presets: Get started instantly with a diverse library of production-ready presets.
  
• MPE Compatibility: Take advantage of advanced multi-dimensional expression capabilities for expressive performances.

Technical Specifications

Windows
Win 10+ (64bit)
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost)
3GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
ARM processors not supported on Windows
Apple
Mac OS 11+
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) or M1 CPU
3GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
Required configuration
Works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS (64-bit DAWs only).
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