K-Device Modulators for Ableton Live

A really excellent set of devices to modulate almost anything in live. Favourite is TIP which sets up sequences of modulations to trigger via the 64 snapshot square grid. Requires the latest version of Live to work!

Get deep with the multi-functional LFO, create a sequence of randomized preset states, or modulate parameters using an audio signal – this set of envelope followers and other device controllers can reinvent how you use your instruments and effects, and take your modulations to the molecular level.

Three of the set’s four devices work by manipulating a single target parameter for advanced modulations (EXT, REF and TED). TIP works differently: it takes snapshots of a target device’s entire range of parameters, then offers ways to switch between them. Here’s the lowdown on each device:

EXT3

A step-sequenced modulator and envelope generator allowing quick creation of automated patterns and creative modulations. Control the target parameter via steps, creating sequences with controls like swing, time resolution and time variation. You can also adjust envelopes, set independent lengths for each step and adjust the smoothness of transitions between these steps.

REF

An envelope follower for modulating any parameter using an audio source. You can band-limit an incoming signal, then shape the output using a host of functions and response parameters.The display offers accurate visual feedback on how the resulting envelope will control your target parameter.

TED

A fully customizable LFO with a comprehensive set of tools for crafting perfectly shaped control signals: six blendable LFO waveforms, advanced wave shaping parameters, cycle repetition controls and more. TED can even output CV/GATE, so can act as a function generator for modular systems.

TIP

A unique grid-based device controller with which you can take up to 64 snapshots of your target device’s entire range of parameters and store them within a cell of TIP’s grid. Then switch between snapshots by designing automations or triggering automatically using random and other definable functions. You can also randomize up to 264 of any device’s parameters in an instant, with the option to exclude volume and dry/wet functions.

Tricky Traps - Sonic Faction

Excellent set of Ableton devices which can be marvellous aids if your stuck for ideas.

Tricky Traps is a collection of 16 creative contraptions spanning sequencers, instruments, Audio and MIDI effects that are tons of fun to play. Chain devices together to trigger unexpected reactions and happy accidents – and experience a new level of customized grid control on Push and Launchpad Pro/Mk2.

The Tricky Traps approach to audio effects is focused entirely on custom control mapping and hands-on interaction with an effect or instrument parameter. The 3 audio effects contained in this bundle provide a whole new dimension of modulation and expressive, hands-on control from the Push and Launchpad Pro/MKii grid.

No MIDI sequencer collection is complete without sound sources to trigger. Tricky Traps provides simple and beautiful sounding instruments to be used in conjunction with its MIDI and audio effects. Each of the 8 instruments is stripped down to its bare essence, providing the crucial controls for that sound.

Changelog
- Added support for Native Instrument’s Maschine Jam controller. Now you can use all Tricky Traps MIDI and Audio Effect sequencer devices on Maschine Jam’s button matrix. 

Artvera ART Pyrite - KONTAKT

The ambient sounds from ART are among the finest your likely to hear and one of the best kept secrets in my opinion. If your into soundscapes and cosmic music, like me, this is a MUST have! All of the patches are of exceptionally high quality and rival the sounds of much more expensive vst's, such as Omnisphere!! The randomization feature and the transitions between patches is faultless. Layer up several instances of these in Kontakt and your in for some real aural bliss!!!



ART Pyrite-K offers 555 sound presets (Instruments & Snapshots) in three sound categories. You can create dynamic sequences by using options in the modulation section and/or by using a step sequencer which offers the option to assign its midi output to one oscillator, couple of oscillators or all oscillators. You can also create your own presets easily by using the "Random" feature which can be used for all oscillators as well as for step sequencer.

If you are looking for nice, interesting and abstract sounds, ART Pyrite-K is exactly for you!

•Four sound sources (oscillators) based on samples. All samples are looped.
•Oscillators 1 & 2 powered by 24 basic multisampled waveforms.
•Oscillators 3 & 4 powered by 256 single waveforms. (The total number of Groups is 560).
•Two filters 24dB LP and HP (selectable) for oscillators 1 & 2.
•One multi filter 12dB LP/HP for oscillators 3 & 4.
•Two amplitude ADSR-style envelope generators.
•Two filter ADSR-style envelope generators including the envelope amount.
•Two units EQ 2-band, one of them for each pair of oscillators.
•One effect unit Chorus for oscillators 3 & 4.
•One effect unit Delay (controls two units) with the option to select the free or synchronic echoes.
•One special section Subdelay for the control of echoes and positions of sounds.
•One effect unit Stereo for all oscillators.
•One effect unit Reverb for all oscillators.
•One effect unit Torsion for all oscillators.
•One special polyphonic 16-step sequencer (the number of steps is adjustable) with the option to route the Midi output to any oscillator, the pair or to all oscillators.
•Nine modulation slots with the free or synchronic modulation for all filters, mixing and panorama for each pair of oscillators.
•One section Option with the Master Limiter and possibility to set the Velocity sensitivity and Pitch Bend Range for the live playing.
•Three "Random" buttons for the exchange of all waveforms at all oscillators and the randomly setting at Volume level & Pitch shift at all steps in a step sequencer.
•RAM usage 178 MB.
•CPU usage about 7-10 %.
•Three preset categories (+Bonus) include 555 presets in the format NKI and NKSN (snapshot).

ART PYRITE-K - CATEGORIES OF PRESETS

* Atmospheres & Pads & Synths (210 presets)
* Ambient Atmospheres & FX textures (180 presets)
* Rhythmic & Melodic & FX Sequences (150 presets)
* Additional few presets created for the free demo version only with the included waveforms

Kontakt 5.6 - Native Instruments

Got to love Kontakt and it's wealth of instruments.

KONTAKT is the world’s leading software sampler. Its sophisticated sound engine, wide array of effects, powerful modulation possibilities, and advanced scripting brings a universe of sound to life with unrivaled playability and realism. And with an ever-growing feature set, KONTAKT continues to be the sample engine behind the future of sound.

INFINITE SOUND

The KONTAKT Factory Library includes a versatile range of instruments right out of the box – a ready-to-use toolset of over 43 GB of high-quality samples and more than 1000 production-ready instruments, including synths, choirs, acoustic and orchestral instruments, drum machines, and much more.

KONTAKT’s cutting-edge features and advanced performance possibilities are the driving force behind Native Instruments' growing list of premium sampled instruments. An open platform for development, KONTAKT powers a vast array of third-party instruments from the world’s top instrument builders.

EDIT AND BUILD

KONTAKT is a playground for anyone working creatively with samples. Arrange, edit, loop, slice, and time-stretch your samples using seven playback modes. Shape samples in ways subtle to extreme using 84 built-in effects. Animate any sound with endless modulation possibilities and take control of multiple sample groups with sophisticated routing options.

LIGHTING THE WAY

The KONTAKT interface mirrors the Light Guide on KOMPLETE KONTROL S-SERIES keyboards for one-to-one visual feedback when looking for key switches, setting up key splits, and more. It also helps instrument builders turn their original concept into an integrated software/hardware solution that works flawlessly out of the box.

Kontakt 5 – current: 5.6.6

The update includes the following improvements and fixes:

•Improved the On-Screen Keyboard’s color legibility based on user feedback
•XY Pad: Individual cursors can now be hidden via KSP ($HIDE_PART_CURSOR)
•The customized string representation of parameter values in XY Pad is now shared with the host correctly
•Updating the value of a cursor from within the control’s callback is now reliable in XY Pad.
•No longer any potential crashes when trying to view the Host Automation tab with certain NKIs loaded
•Crash when trying to view the Infos (sic) tab of the Instrument Options dialog with certain NKIs now fixed
•Certain NKIs no longer trigger the “Really quit…” dialog every time they were closed

RAW - Rob Papen

Fresh, cutting edge and great for anything which requires distorted sounds ,whether dance, industrio electro or dubstep etc. As one would expect another top plugin.

At the Dutch Dancefair 2014, DJ Promo (aka producer Sebastian Hoff) and DJ Free-K (aka producer Freek Vergoossen) approached Rob Papen with the idea of a synthesiser that focused more on 'distorted' sounds with an easy to use layout.

Renowned for delivering fresh, cutting edge and musical plugins for producers, Rob Papen invited the DJs to his studio for a brainstorming session resulting in a list of 'must have' features and tools for a brand new synth. Armed with this list and several more brainstorming sessions later, Rob Papen and his development team created a powerful new virtual synth RAW.
RAW has two oscillators each with an X/Y field, (as included in Blade and BLUEII) to distort the waveform using Phase Distortion. But that's not all, you can also draw two of your own 'waveforms' and use them as LFO waveforms enabling the creation of unique 'wobble' movements that are perfect for for DubStep and other electronic music styles.

RAW has all the great Rob Papen filters to shape your sound further, but in a refreshing twist, 'EQ', ‘Waveshaper', 'Distortion' and 'LoFi' have also been added on a voice synthesis level. Other FX such as Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Stereo delay and the amazing HQ Reverb of Rob Papen can all be added to your sound and of course, the cool Arpeggiator/Sequencer, Easypage and preset bank manager have all been included as standard.

Repro-1 - Uhe

Captures the classic warm analogue sounds of yesteryear brilliantly. Interesting arpeggio/sequencer section with the step edit  record feature. Fantastic bass sequential sounds.


Repro-1 dives into the past for analogue inspiration, reverently modelling a classic synth. Every detail of the original was captured using component-level modelling technology to create the most authentic model possible. All the subtle characteristics and quirks found in the original are present in Repro-1.
Repro-1 is a fierce synth: hard working, raw sounding and immensely playable.
Key Features
authentic raw analogue soundComponent-level modelling of a classic monophonic synth2 oscillators: saw/pulse and saw/triangle/pulse, including combinations and pulse width modulation.White noise generatorMixer for the audio generators with feedback path for extra bass boostFilter: 4-pole lowpass, capable of self-oscillation. Cutoff, Resonance, dedicated envelope and key tracking controlsAmplifier: ADSR envelope with curve trimmerModulation true to the original, plus an extra 2-slot matrixLFO: saw/triangle/pulse, including combinationsExtra modulation sources: AR/ASR envelope adopted from the wavefolder effect, plus Trigger and GateArpeggiator: up or up/down, latch modeSequencer: Two-patterns, step recording: Editable pitch/velocity, note/tie/pause status per step, max. 32-notes each pattern (or 64 notes when chained). Copy/paste and rotate functions, save/load presets5 built-in effects: wavefolder/distortion, delay/chorus, EQ/resonator, reverb, sonic conditioner/dynamics processor500 factory presets

Diva-UH-E

Another brilliant sounding synth from UH-E with exceptional sounding pads. Only real drawback is the over intensive CPU power and no arpeggiator. You will be really pushing it to have two instances of this plug in open at once. 

DIVA - Dinosaur Impersonating Virtual Analogue Synthesizer

The oscillators, filters and envelopes closely model components found in some of the great monophonic and polyphonic synthesizers of yesteryear. Modules can be mixed and matched so you can build hybrids, but what sets DIVA apart is the sheer authenticity of the analogue sound. This comes at the cost of quite a high CPU-hit, but we think it was worth it: Diva is the first native software synth that applies methods from industrial circuit simulators (e.g. PSpice) in realtime. The behaviour of zero-delay-feedback filters when pushed to the limit clearly demonstrates the advantages of this groundbreaking approach.

authentic, unrivaled analogue sound
up to 40% less CPU-hit than version 1.0
multithreading support for modern CPUs - more polyphony, less overload
even bigger library of gorgeously organic presets
resizable editor window, alternative skins available shortly
the essence of 7 or 8 vintage synths for about 1% of the cost
...and so much more!