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Applied Acoustics Systems String Studio VS-3 String Modeling Synthesizer

2-voice Multitimbral String Oscillator Synthesizer with 800+ Presets - Mac/PC AAX Native, VST 2, VST 3, AU, NKS, Standalone
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A One-of-a-kind String Oscillator Synth

AAS’s String Studio VS-3 possesses a sonic signature that’s like no other. Create unique sounds and unforgettable performances with two independent timbers. Enjoy access to the full gamut of aural textures, thanks to a diverse array of string oscillators. Experience a one-of-a-kind blend of modern and unique synthesis with String Studio VS-3’s well-stocked arsenal of filters, along with a tweakable envelope, LFO, and more. Beyond that, studio-quality effects are on hand to put the final touches on your sound. String Studio VS-3 includes 800+ presets to get you started, in 22 different sound categories. Whether you use it live or in the studio, String Studio VS-3 is a powerhouse virtual synth.

Streamlined and supercharged with exciting new features

String Studio VS-3 trumps previous versions in a number of ways. This virtual synth boasts two independent timbers — either stacked or split — to create unique sounds and unforgettable performances. Two performance modulators per layer respond to user-defined MIDI controls, enabling real-time control over your sound. An expanded multi-effects module includes reverb, EQ, compression, and guitar amp modeling. String Studio VS-3’s upgraded filters can withstand extreme modulation while retaining a musical sound. An improved factory sound library offers consistent gain-staging, unity-gain effects, better dynamics, and compelling real-time sound transformation assignments, while an overhauled sound browser makes finding sounds easy. You also get support for the Scala scale format and reference note frequency tuning for microtonal music making.

Benefit from an endless array of sounds

At the heart of Applied Acoustics Systems’ String Studio VS-3 is its string oscillators. You get it all — strings, picks, bows, hammers, fingers, frets, and dampers — offering access to a vast array of aural textures. Your sounds can then be augmented with classic filters, along with an envelope, LFO, and more. Beyond that, three racks of studio-grade effects — including reverb, delay, distortion, phasing, chorus, flanging, EQ, compression, amp modeling, and tremolo — supply plenty of opportunities for advanced sonic sculpting.

Per-sound MIDI-controlled variations

While it’s a killer studio and composition tool, String Studio VS-3 is also a top-tier performance instrument. Two performance modulators per layer respond to user-defined MIDI controls, and every one of String Studio VS-3’s library sounds boast effect and morphing assignments that you can use in real time. At Sweetwater, we’ve found that these per-sound MIDI-controlled variations supply loads of enhanced expressivity and sonic dimension.

Loads of great sounds to get you started

AAS’s String Studio VS-3 comes loaded with everything you need for your productions. A team of 22 top sound designers crafted its 800+ presets, which have been optimized to ensure the best sound possible. The presets have been divided into 22 categories that cover every type of sound imaginable — basses, percussions, effects, impacts, noises, sweeps, clavinets, keys, organs, bells, mallets, guitars, plucks, strings, leads, pads, arpeggios, layers, rhythmics, sequences, splits, and textures. No matter what type of sound your composition calls for, chances are you’ll find it in String Studio VS-3.

Applied Acoustics Systems String Studio VS-3 Features:

  • 2 independent timbers — either stacked or split — create unique sounds and unforgettable performances
  • Diverse array of string oscillators mimic strings, picks, bows, hammers, fingers, frets, and dampers
  • Well-stocked arsenal of filters, a tweakable envelope, LFO, and more
  • Studio-quality effects including reverb, delay, distortion, phasing, chorus, flanging, EQ, compression, amp modeling, and tremolo
  • 2 performance modulators per layer respond to user-defined MIDI controls for real-time control
  • Improved factory sound library offers consistent gain-staging, unity-gain effects, better dynamics, and compelling real-time sound transformation assignments
  • 800+ presets have been optimized to ensure the best sound possible
  • 22 categories that cover every type of sound imaginable
  • Overhauled sound browser makes finding sounds easy
  • Support for the Scala scale format and reference note frequency tuning for microtonal music making

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Tech Specs

  • Software Type: String oscillator synthesizer
  • Platform: Mac, PC
  • Upgrade/Full: Full
  • Download/Boxed: Download
  • Bit Depth: 64-bit
  • Format: Standalone, AAX Native, VST2, VST3, AU, NKS
  • Hardware Requirements - Mac: Intel Core i5 5th Gen or later (M1 processor compatible), 4GB RAM or more recommended
  • Hardware Requirements - PC: Intel Core i5 5th Gen or later, 4GB RAM or more recommended
  • OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.11 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or later
  • Manufacturer Part Number: AADL-SSDL3

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String Studio VS-3

Dear Applied Acoustics;
This is one of my favorite virtual instruments, started with VS-1 years go, I love the Arpeggiator and with the new updates the
sounds are even better. Happy Holidays to you all at Applied Acoustics, keep it rockin'!
Sincerely;
Mark Fletcher
Music background: A, songwriter, singer, musician for longer than I would like to say :)
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