Deep and Dark Granular Experimentation
The final iteration in Native Instruments' granular trilogy, the Ashlight virtual instrument plug-in explores the monochrome, the dark, and the cold. Channeling apocalyptic atmospheres, Ashlight is loaded with meticulously recorded samples, including bowed metals, carbon, glass, and more. Designed to expand your sonic horizons, Ashlight features a dual-layer engine composed of granular and sample-based synthesis, onboard effects, and full MPE controls for exploratory stage performances. From stunning, generative metal timbres to dark, rhythmic basses, keys, arps, and effects, Ashlight spans a realm of immersive tonal possibilities perfect for crafting cinematic scores, video game soundtracks, ambient soundscapes, and post-rock compositions. Just ask any Sweetwater producer — Ashlight is your guide through the aural abyss.
Note: This product requires Kontakt (full version) or Kontakt Player to operate. Please contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer if you have questions.
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Custom granular and sample-based synthesis
Built upon a palette of over 360 sample sets, Ashlight's onboard grain and sample synthesis modules are the heart of the plug-in's unique, immersive tone. Plug any sample into the grain module to expand it into atmospheric pads, timbres, and textures. Similarly, the complementary sample module allows you to blend, layer, and customize pianos, strings, vibraphones, and much more to create entirely new sounds of your own. Topped off with the ability to add up to four different effects per layer, designing unique soundscapes with Ashlight isn't just intuitive — it's inherent.
Native Instruments Ashlight Features:
- Deep granular and sample-based synthesis instrument focused on developing rich and dark atmospheres, bass textures, keys, and more
- Perfect for cinema scores, video game compositions, ambient soundscapes, and beyond
- Versatile sample library provides several foundations for building your own unique sounds
- Dual-layer engine provides a vast palette for ambient tonal shaping
- Grain layer provides the base timbre to create attractive risers, sweeps, and more
- Sample layer allows you to combine one shots, arpeggiate keys, and mix with the Grain layer for entirely unique tonal results
- Assign up to four different FX per layer
- Built-in X/Y pad makes light work of dynamic sonic shaping
- Complete MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) support for expanded parameter control