Dusty Wave
A sample instrument with atmospheric sounds created for the Pianobook/LABS Afrorack Discord Challenge.
The story
This instrument offers eight different pad sounds, two of which can be selected and mixed with a crossfader (the crossfader can be controlled with the modwheel). In addition, a simple waveform can be mixed in. This was cut out of a low tone and multiplied to a usable length.
All three sound-sources have an independent amp envelope. The sound created in this way can be further processed with effects and filters.
Seven presets should offer an insight into what is possible.
I hope someone enjoys this instrument and find a use for it. I appreciate feedback and suggestions for improvement for future sample projects.
Version Release Notes
v1.1.1
– Fix: Due to an update of DS, the LFOs/modulators with modBehavior=”add” and
modBehavior=”multiply” no longer work. Changed to modBehavior=”set”
v1.1
– New GUI Design
– Naming the samples to choose with the dropdown menu (before just numbers from 1 to 7)
– Repitching the samples for more accurate tuning
– New FXs (Vibrato and Tremolo)
– Adding high-pass filter plus resonance control
– Adding “Damping”-control to reverb
– Adding global pan control
– Updating presets
v1.0
– Initial release
Interface
Reviews
Turns premium instruments to dust!
Initially, I was quite surprised not seeing this having 5 stars across all categories, because to me this is a perfected instrument that shows the potential of DecentSampler and how versatile and non-restrictive it can be as a sampler.
The idea of being able to crossfade two out of 8 different layers of sounds, and with such a huge array of settings, is an absolute win for me. On top of that, the sound quality is amazing, the playability is great and the design is perfect, especially if you consider the DecentSapler's limitations.
This is one of the instruments that you will definitely need some time to explore and get used to though, because of all goodies available to you. With that said, there are 7 different presets for the uninitiated that sound mezmerizing right from the start.
- And all that, just in a ridiculously small size of 50MB, an completely for free!
Dusty?! This is Pristine!
The options in this pack are endless. Though the GUI is a little bit complicated, it is very easy to read and offers the largest array of options I've seen in a Decent Sampler library so far! The Glide feature is particularly excellent when ramped up and used in its full capacity. I could play with this for hours! 5 across the board for me :)
Options!
This is a really strong pack. Options galore! While there is a bit of settling in time, the UI is well laid out, and utilises the real estate well. There is a plethora of parameters and I particularly liked the Glide and Crossfader tools. Automating the crossfader will certainly add to the depth of use.
The sounds are interesting and work quite well together and are certainly in keeping with the theme. Obi Wan would feel right at home. :-) As others have mentioned, however, the tunings selected might present some challenges with pitch. It could be difficult to blend this with any other instrument for example when the selection here would pretty much rule the roost.