Steinberg HALion 3

HALion 3 Takes Sampling Technology To A New Level!

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HALion 3 is the latest version of Steinberg's award-winning software sampler. Over 50 new features in HALion 3 include 27 added effects, new sound management tools and RAMSave technology. The sleek new user interface and expanded routing functions add even more flexibility to the HALion experience.

• Versatile, easy-to-use software sampler
• 32-bit/384kHz capability with new audio routing and interface
• New insert and send effects section
• RAMSave conserves computer resources and handles large instruments

Versatile, easy-to-use software sampler
Since its launch in 2001, HALion has been pushing back boundaries in virtual samplers. With over 50 new features, HALion 3 stays at the forefront of digital audio technology. This latest version expands existing HALion capabilities to new levels of accessibility and flexibility, creating a virtual sampler environment that not only lets your creativity flourish, but lets you work more productive and efficiently than ever before.

32-bit/384kHz capability with new audio routing and interface
Building on the outstanding surround-capable HALion 2.0 sampling engine with support for up to 32-bit floating point files, HALion 3 adds even more new capabilities. A new output routing system allows you to create and configure the audio outputs; only the outputs you need will be routed directly to the host VST mixer. HALion 3's sleek new user interface is not only easy on the eyes but has been restructured to keep switching between the different HALion 3 views to a minimum.

New insert and send effects section
A key upgrade in HALion 3 is its dazzling new Insert and Send Effects section. 27 quality effects encompass just about any effect requirement. They can be applied to individual samples, sample groups or entire programs. Effect sends can be sent to HALion's internal FX section or even directly to the VST mixer to share plug-in resources between the host and HALion.

RAMSave conserves computer resources
HALion 3 now offers RAMSave, a new feature created to keep in check the RAM resources needed by even the most extensive sample instruments, resulting in low RAM usage and faster project load and save times, a boon for pro users using large, intricate sampled instruments such as big orchestral patches or large drum kits. In addition, HALion 3 includes a new file browser with drag and drop support, favorites system, sound categorization and database indexing. An impressive set of powerful new sound management tools gives you a clear overview over all your sound files. The intuitive sound categories system lets you group related sounds in HALion 3, making it easy to find them quickly!

Other HALion 3 new features include Alternate mode, which allows playing a different sample with each new Note On message, introducing more spontaneity and feeling, especially useful for realistic drum-sounds or string bow up/down action. HALion 3 also adds support for Kurzweil and Kontakt sounds as well as for the Zero-X BeatCreator and BeatQuantizer Groove-Slice formats.

• Up to 32 Bit / 384 kHz file support
• 256 Voices per instance, several instances loadable simultaneously
• 16-way multi-timbral with an individual editor for program selection
• 128 programs per instance, unlimited layers per program
• Full individual parameter set for each sample if required, ideal for drum sounds
• Notch/High Pass/Low Pass/Band Pass 12 dB and 24 dB Filter as well as fantastic sounding Waldorf filters, and Fatness function for Overdrive filter sounds
• 2 synchronizable envelopes with up to 32 freely editable points, intuitive handling
• 32-stage STEP envelope as free modulation source and 2 LFOs, syncronizable to the host application
• Keyzone Editor for quick mapping of keyzones, samples, sample layers and velocity values with drag and drop support and several automapping modes
• Up to 256 freely configurable outputs per instance
• 5.1 surround support
• All new real-time FX: Reverb, Phaser, Talkbox, Delays, EQs, BitCrusher, AutoWahWah and much more (27 effects total)
• Insert effects can be applied to individual samples, sample groups or entire programs
• Effects sends can be sent to the HALion internal Send effects or directly to the VST mixer through configurable outputs
• Integrated Waveloop Editor with crossfade, snap to zero, loop, release loop, loop tuning settings
• Total recall: all samples are saved with your song, including the respective settings
• Sample-accurate timing and automation thanks to perfect VST integration
• Archive function, transfer of entire projects to other computers with zero hassle
• RAMSave technology offers lower RAM needs, speeding project loading and saving
• Import formats: AKAI, E-MU, Roland, Kurzweil, GIGA, Kontakt, EXS24, SF2, LM4, LM4 MkII, REX, ZeroX BeatCreator, WAV, AIF, SD II (Mac only), ISO & Nero Disc Image, Toast CD-Image
• Supports VST, DXi and AU formats