Transcends the Constraints of Sample-based Instruments
If you're searching for an orchestral virtual instrument with maximum realism, Audio Modeling SWAM Cello checks all the right boxes. Powered by the SWAM physical modeling engine, this software permits you to control the real-world mechanics of your instrument, such as bow position, with pinpoint precision. Combine SWAM Cello with your favorite MIDI controller, and you'll experience expressive, responsive real-time control that's second to none. Assign the bow position to any knob on your controller and you'll hear — and feel — the difference. Audio Modeling packed this VI with robust MIDI mapping capabilities and customizable options, allowing you to create sounds and performances that are uniquely your own. What's more, SWAM Cello boasts all-encompassing platform support, minimal data storage requirements, and an ultra-light CPU load. SWAM Cello plays it for real, transcending the boundaries imposed by traditional sample-based software instruments.
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What's new in V3?
With version 3, Audio Modeling has infused SWAM Cello with a wide range of powerful new features. Robust MIDI mapping with CC, high-resolution CC, aftertouch NRPN, and remapping curves unlock the full potential of your MIDI controller. Benefit from hyper-realistic legato and pizzicato articulations, along with real-time bow sensitivity control. You also get a timbral correction feature that permits adjusting up to two harmonics for emphasis or reduction. Here at Sweetwater, we've rarely experienced this kind of control and realism in a modeled virtual instrument.

Chock-full of powerful, easy-to-use features
Audio Modeling SWAM Cello boasts customizable expressivity with left-hand, right-hand, and polyphony play modes. You also get an unprecedented level of control over your sound. Craft an endless array of ear-pleasing timbres, effortlessly adjust your transpose and pitch bend ranges, and deliver individualistic performances via pitch micro-tuning and advanced fine-tuning parameters. You'll appreciate SWAM Cello's mind-bending effects, and its extensive MIDI mapping capabilities are guaranteed to enhance your compositions and turbocharge your performances. You also get comprehensive preset management, easy access to MIDI and audio settings, and easy visual confirmation of your instrument's key range. An easy-to-navigate user interface rounds out SWAM Cello's robust feature set.
Comprehensive room simulator
Audio Modeling’s Ambiente Room Simulator is now included in all SWAM Solo Instruments and SWAM String Sections. This deep and extensive room simulator allows you to integrate all your SWAM Solo Instruments and SWAM String Sections in one cohesive environment. You can set each instrument’s position, the room size, mic positions, and absorption materials. Immerse yourself in the realistic room acoustics of a professional recording studio or a spacious hallowed hall — the only limit to creating expressive solo performances and ensemble compositions is your imagination.
Audio Modeling SWAM Cello Features:
- SWAM physical modeling engine yields the ultimate in realism
- Control the real-world mechanics of your instrument, such as bow position, with pinpoint precision
- Powerful MIDI mapping with CC, high-resolution CC, aftertouch NRPN, and remapping curves
- Hyper-realistic legato and pizzicato articulations with real-time bow sensitivity control
- Timbral correction feature permits adjusting up to 2 harmonics for emphasis or reduction
- Customizable expressivity with left-hand, right-hand, and polyphony play modes
- Effortless adjustment of transpose and pitch bend ranges
- Pitch micro-tuning and advanced fine-tuning parameters facilitate individualistic performances
- Includes EQ and effects to enhance your compositions and turbocharge your performances
- Intuitive interface with comprehensive preset management, easy access to MIDI and audio settings, and more
- All-encompassing platform support, minimal data storage requirements, and an ultra-light CPU load
- Ambiente Room Simulator lets you customize instrument and mic position, room size, absorption materials, and more
