Arturia Augmented Strings Plugin

Augmented STRINGS is a revolutionary software instrument that reimagines acoustic strings for modern music production. Combining meticulously sampled solo, chamber, and orchestral recordings with advanced synthesis, it provides a unique palette of sounds ranging from authentic, emotive performances to futuristic, experimental textures. With over 70 articulations across double bass, cello, viola, and violin, Augmented STRINGS delivers expressive solos, dynamic ensembles, and lush orchestral layers, alongside hybrid processed sounds for avant-garde compositions. Its intuitive interface and powerful Morph and macro controls allow effortless blending of acoustic precision with synthetic textures, enabling real-time evolution of soundscapes. Complete with over 500 production-ready presets, built-in arpeggiator and sequencer, MPE support, and flexible modulation options, this instrument is designed to inspire composers, producers, and sound designers across all genres. Whether creating cinematic scores, pop arrangements, electronic soundscapes, or experimental textures, Augmented STRINGS offers a versatile, high-quality string experience that bridges the gap between realism and innovation.

• Hybrid String Engine:
  Combines detailed acoustic string samples with virtual analog, wavetable, granular, and harmonic synthesis for evolving, multi-layered sounds.
• Expressive Morph Controls:
  Effortlessly blend between layers, shifting from acoustic realism to synthetic textures with assignable macros and intuitive modulation.
• Extensive Preset Library:
  Access over 500 cinematic-ready presets including orchestral, chamber, solo, hybrid, and experimental string sounds for immediate inspiration.

Authentic String Performances:

Recorded on a renowned scoring stage in Eastern Europe, Augmented STRINGS features meticulously captured solo, chamber, and orchestral performances. Veteran sound engineers recorded over 20 hours of material using premium microphones and preamps, delivering lifelike depth, tonal richness, and nuanced articulations. The library includes detailed close and far mic positions, over 70 natural articulations, and additional processed variations, providing expressive, performance-ready sounds for film, television, and contemporary music. This attention to realism ensures strings maintain authenticity while allowing creative flexibility.

Innovative Sound Design:

Augmented STRINGS pushes the boundaries of conventional string libraries by integrating hybrid synthesis engines. Users can experiment with virtual analog warmth, granular textures, additive harmonics, and digital wavetable tones. Powerful modulation tools, assignable macros, and an intuitive drag-and-drop interface allow intricate sound design in real-time. This combination of acoustic authenticity and synthetic flexibility enables composers and producers to craft unique atmospheres, evolving textures, and hybrid string sounds that are impossible to achieve with traditional instruments.

Production-Ready Workflow:

The instrument is optimised for modern production, featuring a built-in arpeggiator, sequencer, and MPE compatibility. With a resizable GUI, preset browser, and streamlined controls, users can quickly shape sounds, add rhythmic movement, and integrate strings seamlessly into any DAW. In-app tutorials guide users through features, from basic parameter adjustments to advanced sound design techniques, ensuring an efficient, creative workflow for both beginners and experienced composers. This makes Augmented STRINGS ideal for cinematic scoring, pop music, electronic productions, and experimental projects.

• Windows 10+ (64-bit), Mac OS 11+ or M1 CPU
• 4 GB RAM minimum
• 4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo boost)
• 6 GB free hard disk space
• OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
• Works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS (64-bit DAWs only)
• MPE and MTS-ESP ODDSOUND microtuning support
• Built-in arpeggiator and 16-step sequencer
• Over 500 factory presets
• Hybrid engine: Virtual Analog, Granular, Harmonic, Wavetable, Simpler
• 7 assignable macros, LFOs, function generators, random sources, vibrato, tremolo
• Close and Far mic positions for double bass, cello, viola, violin