Arturia Unveil ‘Augmented Series’ Software Instruments and Free Augmented Strings Intro

Arturia have announced the ‘Augmented Series’, a new range of hybrid software instruments blending acoustic sounds with advanced synthesis. To launch the new series, Arturia are releasing ‘Augmented Strings Intro’ featuring their new hybrid strings engine, which is free to download until April April 30th.

Here’s the description for Arturia’s press release:

Augmented STRINGS Intro – The strings you’ve always wanted

Augmented STRINGS Intro is a software instrument that uniquely combines rich sampled strings with state-of-the-art synth engines in an approachable and inspiring way, giving today’s sound explorers the quickest route to the fresh string sounds they’ve always wanted. Advanced hybrid sounds, instant sound morphing, simple macro controls, and a mix-ready sound – software strings reinvented.

In the search for the next generation of acoustic instrument sounds, Arturia have enlisted some of the world’s best recording houses, sound designers, and instrumentalists, combining them with state-of-the-art synthesis and workflow-oriented design, resulting in an entirely new sonic experience.

A new string palette: Immersive, orchestral, cinematic, and everything in between – these are traditional instruments transformed into sounds, unlike anything you’ve ever heard.

Combine authentic with abstract: Every preset feature up to 4 layers of sound, with any combination of string samples, virtual analog, wavetable, harmonic, and granular synthesis.

Morphing power: The Morph control gives you truly unique & ever-evolving sound with one click. Move and transform between layers and adjust multiple parameters at once.

Transform sound instantly: Make dramatic, expressive changes with streamlined macro controls that intelligently alter every aspect of your sound – perfect dynamics and variety every time.

Look out for more Augmented Series instruments from Arturia coming soon.

For now, head to https://arturia.com/products/analog-classics/augmented-strings-intro/overview to download Augmented Strings Intro before the free offer expires on April 30.