REAKTOR SESSION comes with dozens of world-class synthesizers, samplers, effects and live tools, plus access to the online User Library.Details for REAKTOR SESSIONREAKTOR SESSION is the key to a world of fascinating software instruments. Featuring REAKTOR�s audio engine and core instrument library, REAKTOR SESSION is an outstanding collection and an entry to the vast world of REAKTOR.REAKTOR SESSION includes a vast range of powerful synthesizers and re-synthesizers, samplers and beat-loopers, groove and drum machines, surround and innovative effects, and revolutionary creations never seen before. REAKTOR SESSION also includes access to the ever-growing online library at the Native Instruments web site for a virtually unlimited collection of instruments.Each instrument includes a wide range of preset sounds for instant use, while innovative patch handling makes saving, sorting, intelligent randomization, and morphing between sounds easy.Uncompromised Quality and PerformanceThe sound quality of REAKTOR SESSION is unsurpassed. The highly-optimized DSP algorithms of the 32-bit REAKTOR engine and support for 192 kHz sample rate ensure a matchless sound with surprisingly efficient CPU usage.Full Control:BPM and MIDI LearnAll user interface objects can be fully controlled over MIDI with the built-in MIDI learn function. After the activation of MIDI learn for the desired parameter, you can simply move any hardware controller, such as a knob on a MIDI controller, and that hardware control will automatically be assigned to the desired parameter. Naturally, all MIDI settings are saved with the instrument.Seamless CompatibilityREAKTOR SESSION supports nearly every native plug-in interface. In addition to standalone operation with ASIO and Core Audio, REAKTOR SESSION can also be used as a plug-in with VST 2.0� (Windows, Mac OS9, Mac OSX), Audio Units� (OS X), and DXi� (Windows). When used as a VST or Audio Unit plug-in, REAKTOR SESSION supports smart window sizing, an unlimited number of instances, and automation.Make Music Now: The LibraryREAKTOR SESSION comes with an extensive library of exceptional instruments for immediate start into producing. The outstanding and well-sorted library includes a complete range of instruments and effects created by top sound designers, each with a full bank of presets.The complete spectrum of classic and futuristic sounds are included, from rich analog basses to brilliant additive leads, from sequenced percussion to exotic soundscapes. A selection of powerful samplers opens up the worlds of granular textures and independently-controllable pitch, formant, and time.An intuitive live performance environment combines tempo-synced loops, complete scene recall, and dynamic effects. Multiband compressors, sophisticated spatializers, surround reverbs, a vocoder, and studio tools provide everything needed to create complete productions using REAKTOR SESSION.Samplers and TransformersThe sampler and transformers included in REAKTOR SESSION range from quick and convenient sampling to full granular workouts. Resynthesis instruments vary speed, pitch, and formant independently, and can even freeze the sound in time. Samples can easily be loaded via drag and drop from the integrated browser into a comfortable, graphical sample mapper.The REAKTOR SESSION library provides four samplers for different application purposes, from a drum sampler to a loop slicer to two sample transformers designed for creating granular textures.Memory DrumMemory Drum is a comprehensive MIDI drum sampler that enables the independent configuration of up to 60 drum samples in a single, easy-to-use interface. Specifically designed for drum sampling, it features an Attack-Hold-Decay envelope, compressor, saturator, multimode filter, multiple output channels, 2 aux-sends, and complex modulation possibilities. The simple interface is designed so that kits can be constructed quickly and easily, yet the extensive range of effects and modulation options offer vast creative possibilities for generating new sounds from your existing samples.BeatSlicerBeatSlicer will separate any loop or soundfile into smaller component �slices�, which can then be individually tailored by adjusting pitch, envelope and a range of FX parameters. BeatSlicer is primarily designed for drum-loop manipulation, but the extensive range of parameters offer many creative options with any material.Travelizer IIITravelizer III is the latest version of the classic granular texture maker. Travelizer lets you scrub through any sample using the grain cloud module. It can be played over MIDI, allowing you to create ethereal pads and leads. Travelizer III differs from its earlier versions because grain length can be quantized to 16th notes, allowing textures and granular rhythms to be synced to MIDI clock.GrainStatesGrainStates is a granular texture maker that works wonders for creating dense, breathing atmospheres. Taking advantage of Reaktor�s grain cloud delay module, GrainStates lets you create granular soundscapes in realtime. You can even freeze the live audio � imagine playing a guitar into Grainstates, freezing the audio, then playing a counterpoint to the granular texture. Eight scenes � each scene storing information about grain size, density, pitch, pitch spread, and more � are sequentially recalled in sync with the master tempo. A dual-frequency delay adds depth to the sound by letting you specify independent delay and feedback times for the high and low frequencies.Grainstates consists of two sister ensembles: GrainStatesFX and GrainStatesSP. GrainStatesFX is an effect using the grain cloud delay that works on live input, while GrainStatesSP is centered around the grain cloud sampler module. GrainStatesSP stores the sample with the preset so it can easily be recalled at a later time, but you must first load your sound into the grain cloud sampler.Sequenced SynthesizersThe Library includes four sequenced synths for creating quick and powerful rhythms, basslines, melodies and more. These synths are suited for a wide range of live and studio applications, thanks to their intuitive operation and powerful animation and morphing abilities.REAKTOR SESSION comes with four powerful sequenced synthesizers, which are best suited for creating animated and morphing sounds and rhythms.Blue MatrixBlue Matrix is an incredible sounding sequenced synthesizer with a classic analog-style sound engine and an integrated pitch, gate, and modulation sequencer whose capabilities rival those of many stand-alone programs. Its sound engine features two multiple-waveform oscillators, a multi-mode filter, multi-mode distortion, and finally a second multi-mode filter. A beat-synced delay and a diffusion delay round out the effects. The full-featured sequencer offers independent control over gate and pitch for smooth pitch glide, and also offers four channels of graphical modulation sequencing. A complete modulation matrix lets you flexibly route the two envelopes, LFO, four channels of sequenced modulation, and the usual MIDI controllers to every important synth engine parameter.WaveWeaverThe WaveWeaver ensemble uses wavetable synthesis to produce a range of subtle or harsh tones and rhythmic pads. The oscillator in WaveWeaver is actually several sets of short, looping soundfiles, each used as an oscillator waveform. The soundfiles in each wavetable can be can be blended into each other, and you can use an XY pad to simultaneously select among them and modify the loop start point. A built-in sequencer with scale correction allows you to create some unique, shifting grooves.DSQ-32The DSQ-32 is a virtual drum computer with seven instruments: bass drum, snare, closed and open hi-hats, tom 1 and 2, and a crash cymbal. DSQ-32�s sequencer uses the popular and intuitive grid sequencer programming method, and the sound generation of the instruments is modeled after classic analog beatboxes. With a bit of experimentation, however, this instrument reveals itself as a cutting edge groove machine, flexible and funky.VierringVierring is a creative rhythm generator where you can run any audio through and get percolating percussive patterns. Vierring divides the incoming audio into four frequency bands, and each band can be graphically sequenced for amplitude and ring modulation. Two delay effects enhance the output.SynthesizersThe REAKTOR SESSION library offers a world-renowned collection of synthesizers from analog-modelling to FM, from wavetable to additive. Each synthesizer includes many presets for an astonishing range of sounds right out of the box. The fourth-generation DSP algorithms of the REAKTOR engine ensure that the sound quality is exceptionally bright, warm, and clear.The REAKTOR SESSION library includes 9 powerful synthesizers covering a broad range of synthesis techniques. These synths were meticulously programmed to be some of the best sounding and flexible instruments available.CarbonThe Carbon synthesizer is a fantastic-sounding machine with over a hundred sounds from a different planet. At its heart, Carbon is a powerful subtractive synthesizer with four oscillators, copious modulation, and a filter. Carbon has a choice of eleven different filter types and designs, each painstakingly shaped for silky smoothness across the entire frequency range. Carbon�s LFOs include innovative features such as the possibility to vary their frequency slightly in each voice for an organic, living sound. Each one of Carbon�s breathtaking pads, cutting leads, ripping basses, and quivering atmospheres will convince you that all life is based on Carbon.Green MatrixGreen Matrix is the MIDI-playable brother of Blue Matrix. Both use the same analog-style synthesis engine and modulation matrix to generate some amazing and challenging sounds. Green Matrix�s sound engine features two multiple-waveforms oscillators, a multi-mode filter, multi-mode distortion, and finally a second multi-mode filter. A beat-synced delay and a diffusion delay round out the effects. A complete modulation matrix lets you flexibly route the two envelopes, LFO, four channels of sequenced modulation, and the usual MIDI controllers to every important synthesis parameter.KaleidonKaleidon is the biggest synth in the entire Reaktor Library. Its sounds cover an exceptionally wide range, from realistic mallets, organs, reeds, and saxophones to house chords, techno basses, and other worldly atmospheres. Its specs are formidable: six oscillators plus noise and sub-osc with sync, FM, and ring modulation; two multimode filters; three feature-rich envelopes; three LFOs (one which lets you draw you own waveforms); graphical key-tracking; and a full effects section featuring many unique effects, from rich reverb and chorus to a graphically sequenced delay line and quad ring-modulator.P-BassP-Bass is a bass synthesizer that uses physically (hence the �P�) modeled string resonance to generate its tones. It sounds like a combination between an electric bass and an analog synthesizer.SteamPipeSteamPipe is a physical-modeling synthesizer that uses a tuned resonator to create bowed, blown, and plucked sounds, as well as many strange new and hybrid sounds. SteamPipe effectively models air or steam being blown through a tuneable pipe. In addition to a large number of controls for the �shape� of the pipe, and a tuned all pass filter, there is a mod wheel-controlled filter to achieve damping and breath noise effects. Giving dimension to all of this is an excellent-sounding reverb unit.Sum SynthSum Synth is an additive synthesizer with a few tricks up its sleeve. A unique oscillator section makes it easy to control the frequencies of the oscillators and shape of the sound, while an informative graphical display shows the current pitch of each oscillator. The number of oscillators can easily be varied simply by changing the polyphony of the instrument in the instrument title bar.JunatikJunatik offers a surprisingly authentic recreation of the still very popular synth. The straight sound architecture of Junatik was modelled on the original and carefully supplemented with some important functions. Besides an authentic sounding filter, Junatik offers an improved oscillator section that can make some detuned and very fat sounds. It goes without saying that the unforgettable chorus effect of the original has also been implemented - but without the noise.NanowaveNanowave pays homage to the legendary WaveTable synthesizers made by PPG and Waldorf. The sound generation - called WaveSet synthesis here - is structured similarly to the classic subtractive synthesis used in analog synthesizers, but it has some special features on the oscillator level that result in a significantly wider variety of sounds.UranusUranus offers an extensive voice architecture with three oscillators, a shaping/distortion unit, two multimode filters, four envelope generators, two LFOs, and a very expensive sounding chorus effect. Uranus is well-suited for the whole range of analog sounds: basses, leads, effects, and especially pads.Live Performance ToolsREAKTOR SESSION, with configurable MIDI control and latencies significantly lower than most hardware devices (with a high-performance ASIO or Core Audio soundcard), is an excellent tool with which to perform live. Naturally, any synthesizer, sampler, or effect can be played live, but a number of dedicated live performance tools are also included.ScenarioScenario is a complete live-performance environment with real-time timestretching, performance-oriented effects, and memory and instant recall of thousands of scenes. Have you ever played live with a computer and been frustrated that you don�t have enough control over the audio? Or � at the opposite end of the spectrum � have you ever been performing and been overwhelmed with the possibilities? Scenario solves both of these seemingly opposing problems in an elegant and ingenious way.Scenario consists of a Loop Engine that contains four identical time-stretching loop players that fits each loop to the system tempo. Each loop player lets you perform in real time with the loop length, loop start, pitch, and animated filter. A powerful performance-oriented effects block is also included, which lets you do things never possible before since the scene effects and loop engine are controlled by the same sample-accurate system clock. For instance, you can reshuffle and even reverse the music, rhythmically gate the sound exactly on the beat, create super-tight loops, and more. The Miniseq instrument can shuffle and reorder each loop. Just draw a pattern into Miniseq, then activate the shuffle function by clicking the small button in the Loop Engine at the bottom of each loop player.All of Scenario�s settings can be stored into a �scene�. You can store more than sixteen thousand scenes in the built-in Scene Memory. Scenes can be recalled sequentially for �one-touch� performance, but you still have full control over all parameters within each scene. That�s what makes Scenario so revolutionary � it gives you the power to lay out an entire live set in advance so you�re assured that things go smoothly. Not only you determine when to advance to the next scene (this would be quite boring!), but also you have complete control over every scene. You can adjust the pitch of the loops, the loop length, the filtering, and the effects � every single parameter on the screen. When it�s time, switch to the next scene, and � Bam! � it comes in perfectly on the beat, every knob perfectly recalled, including the effects.Go BoxGoBox is a monophonic sampler specially designed for live use. It features several two-dimensional controls for altering patterns, sounds, and modulations during a performance. A series of event tables form an easy-to-use interface make it easy to see what�s going on. Apart from sample modulation capabilities, there are a tempo-synced Filter Delay, a Mod Delay, and the Sync-ro-nizer module, which can play patterns of short samples metronomically.EffectsREAKTOR SESSION includes several studio-ready effects. Smooth reverbs, vintage delays, and an amp simulator provide good starting points for sound mixing and exploration. REAKTOR SESSION also ventures into further territory, with gra
ular freezing delays, vocoders, and more.A wide variety of unique and versatile effects is also included in the Library, with everything from filters to vocoders to surround sound reverbs. Each effect features uncompromising NI sound quality and comes with a selection of fine presets for a variety of musical applications.Analogic Filter BoxThe Analogic Filter Box sandwiches a rich and meaty distortion unit between two hearty analog-style filters to create a sound-shaping tool for every appetite. Juicy modulation is also provided on the side: An envelope, LFO, and envelope follower can be freely routed to the most important filter and distortion parameters. Analogic Filter Box can handle everything from fat disco-loop tweaking to full-on mangling of any sound source imaginable.Banaan Electrique Amp SimulationBanaan Electrique is a sophisticated guitar and bass amp simulator with built in effects. It�s like having a pedal board full of vintage pedals and a vintage amp, with the added advantages of not needing to cable anything together or risk electrocuting yourself by running too much current through the amp. You can still get shocked by its lush sound, however. Naturally, Banaan is happy to eat whatever types of sounds you feed it, whether they�re vocals, drum loops, synths, or scallops.Classic VocoderThe Classic Vocoder was designed to faithfully emulate the well-known tones of singing robots made popular in the seventies. The instrument combines a vocoding engine, a vintage-type synthesizer, and a four-band dynamics processor for a warm, smooth sound.Flatblaster Multiband DynamicsFlatblaster is a high-end finalizing and multiband dynamic shaping tool. Flatblaster combines four frequency-specific compressors with a full-spectrum peak-limiter. It is an excellent final-step mastering plug-in, but it can also be used while mixing since it doesn�t introduce any delay to the signal. Each of the compressors has a saturator, so you can saturate just the upper-mid frequencies, for instance, without muddying the bass. It also makes an excellent de-esser and sibilant reducer.Fusion ReflectionsFusion Reflections is a delay-based effect that can create early reflections, shimmering choruses, fluttering delays, and even ambient reverbs. Two distinct diffusion engines are chained together to create an extremely wide range of effects. Each finely-tuned diffusion engine consists of four stereo modulation delays and an innovative graphical display that shows the actual delay time for each delay. Just five controls control the core parameters of each diffusion engine.Space MasterThe SpaceMaster series of reverbs breaks new ground in reverb modellers for Reaktor. Spacemaster uses two different Diffusion modules to achieve stunningly convincing room sounds. To fully exploit SpaceMaster�s lushness, there are three versions � SpaceMaster stereo, SpaceMaster Quad, and SpaceMaster 5.1 Surround.Two Knees CompressorTwo Knees Compressor is a simple compressor with an important quirk � it has two separate adjustable thresholds and ratio controls. 2-Knees Compressor can perform as a precisely accurate compressor/limiter, a distorting sound shaper, a transient modifier, or anything in between. It includes a compression curve display to show the amplitude of the input signal and the amplitude of the processed signal.Spring TankUnstable Spring Tank is not your typical room simulator � instead, it pays homage to the trashy, unrealistic spring reverbs of the past. While Unstable Spring Tank isn�t exactly a physical model of a spring, it goes a long way toward recreating the spring reverb characteristics: dull, transducer-saturated, and boingy, with the familiar nonlinear resonating decay.User LibraryIf you're looking for more instruments: All over the world ambitious computer music freaks are working with the bigger brother of REAKTOR SESSION - REAKTOR -, which additionally allows to construct new instruments. These instruments can be found and downloaded in the NI User Library. There are currently more than 1000 instruments inside, and nearly every day a new one can be found there. They are all constructed using REAKTOR, but can be downloaded and instantly used with REAKTOR SESSION as well.Features:User Library:- World-class library of synthesizers, samplers, live tools, and effects- Loads all REAKTOR instruments and ensembles- Includes access to the vast online User Library- Complete MIDI automation and control with MIDI learn- Graphical sample mapping- AKAI, WAV, and AIFF sample import- Snapshot randomization and morphing to create unique sounds- REAKTOR audio engine optimized for Pentium� III / Pentium� 4 / Athlon XP� and G4 Altivec�- Supports nearly all native interfaces with unlimited plug-in instances- Upgradeable to REAKTOR |
