Aftermath is a professional sound expansion designed by renowned sound designer Daniel Stawczyk for the Applied Acoustics Systems String Studio. This comprehensive collection leverages the unique physical modeling algorithms of the String Studio engine to deliver a sonic palette that is expressive, edgy, and cinematic.
Featuring a total of 198 meticulously crafted presets, Aftermath pushes the boundaries of string synthesis. It blends traditional synthesizer categories with hyper-realistic and dystopian soundscapes, providing producers and composers with a versatile toolkit for modern music production, ranging from deep, driving basses and atmospheric pads to aggressive leads and “orchestral annihilation.”
What Stands Out
Key Details
Extensive Preset Library: Includes 149 core presets covering essential synthesis categories and 49 specialized effect instruments.
Diverse Sonic Categories: Comprehensive coverage of Basses, Chords and Stabs, Gated Sounds, Leads, Pads, and Plucks.
Special Effect Instruments: 49 ultra-playable presets specifically designed for hyperrealism and dystopian cinematic textures.
Physical Modeling Power: Specifically engineered to harness the distinctive algorithms of the String Studio VS-2/VS-3 engine.
Flexible Access: Fully compatible with both the full String Studio software and the free AAS Player plug-in.
Best For
Use Cases
Cinematic Scoring: Utilize the dystopian effects and orchestral annihilation presets to create tension and atmosphere for film or game soundtracks.
Electronic Music Production: Implement edgy leads, gated sounds, and deep basses for modern, synth-driven genres.
Ambient Soundscapes: Leverage the expressive pads and plucks to build evolving, atmospheric textures.
Rapid Prototyping: Use the highly playable presets to quickly establish a mood or timbre without the need for extensive manual sound design.
Setup Notes
Installation
Aftermath is delivered as an instant digital download. The delivery package includes the bank file for String Studio and the free AAS Player plug-in for users who do not own the full version of String Studio. Once downloaded, the bank file is imported into the AAS software to unlock the presets.
Compatibility Check
Compatibility
Supported Operating Systems: macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later; Windows 10 64-bit or later.
Plugin Formats: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, and Standalone.
CPU Requirements: Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or later; Apple M1 processor or later.
DAW Support: 64-bit DAW required (e.g., Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Digital Performer, Sonar).
Note: Minimum system requirements listed are for standalone usage; please refer to your specific DAW requirements for plug-in usage.
Verified Product Facts
Additional Details
Manufacturer: Applied Acoustics Systems
Edition: Aftermath Sound Pack for String Studio VS-2
Delivery Format: Digital software license and download
Compatibility: macOS · Windows · 64-bit, VST2 · VST3 · AU · AAX Native · NKS · Standalone, Mac minimum system requirements*, macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015), Apple M1 processor or later, 64-bit DAW, PC minimum system requirements*, Windows 10 64‑bit or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) processor or later, *The minimum system requirements mentioned above are for standalone usage. For plug-in usage, please refer to your DAW software requirements (Sonar, Pro Tools, Cubase, Live, Digital Performer, Logic Pro, etc.)
Compatibility: macOS · Windows · 64-bit, VST2 · VST3 · AU · AAX Native · NKS · Standalone, Mac minimum system requirements*, macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015), Apple M1 processor or later, 64-bit DAW, PC minimum system requirements*, Windows 10 64‑bit or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) processor or later, *The minimum system requirements mentioned above are for standalone usage. For plug-in usage, please refer to your DAW software requirements (Sonar, Pro Tools, Cubase, Live, Digital Performer, Logic Pro, etc.)
Compatibility: macOS · Windows · 64-bit, VST2 · VST3 · AU · AAX Native · NKS · Standalone, Mac minimum system requirements*, macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015), Apple M1 processor or later, 64-bit DAW, PC minimum system requirements*, Windows 10 64‑bit or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) processor or later, *The minimum system requirements mentioned above are for standalone usage. For plug-in usage, please refer to your DAW software requirements (Sonar, Pro Tools, Cubase, Live, Digital Performer, Logic Pro, etc.)
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