The Cardinals Sound Pack for Chromaphone 3 is a comprehensive sonic exploration created by renowned sound designer and composer Simon Stockhausen. Built upon the concept of dualism, this collection juxtaposes contrasting sonic realms—dark and light, tonal and atonal, serenity and anxiety—blending Eastern and Western influences into a versatile palette of physical modeling sounds.
Featuring 109 meticulously crafted presets, Cardinals expands the capabilities of Chromaphone 3, offering a vast array of textures that range from traditional percussive elements to otherworldly soundscapes. Whether you are seeking precise rhythmic tools or atmospheric drones, each preset serves as a starting point for deep sonic exploration. This pack is fully compatible with Chromaphone 3 or the included Free AAS Player.
What Stands Out
Key Details
Diverse Sound Categories: Includes specialized libraries for Achromatic and Chromatic Percussion, Keys, Synths, Strings, Pads, Textures, and Soundscapes.
The “Danger Zone”: A dedicated category for tension-building and cinematic sounds designed for high-impact scoring, featuring presets such as Something Coming and Unstable Landing.
Specialized Physical Modeling: Extensive percussive textures including Metal Microcussion, Stick Percussion, and Tube Percussion.
Experimental Presets: Unique sonic experiments including the Alien Random Syncer, Strange Splitter, and Mabuse’s Laboratory.
Tonal Flexibility: Offers both microtonal and chromatic variations, such as the Synced Meth series, for advanced harmonic compositions.
Cinematic Percussion: Specialized tools like the Doom Drum (original and variation) and Someone at the door for dramatic impact.
Best For
Use Cases
Cinematic Scoring: Utilize the “Danger Zone” and “Doom Drum” presets to create tension, anxiety, and atmospheric dread for film or game soundtracks.
Experimental Electronic Production: Integrate Metal Microcussion and Alien Random Syncer sounds to add organic, unpredictable textures to IDM or avant-garde tracks.
Ambient Sound Design: Leverage the expansive Pads and Soundscapes to build immersive, evolving environments.
Hybrid Percussion Layers: Blend the Tube and Stick Percussion presets with traditional drum kits to add physical depth and unique transients to your rhythm section.
Setup Notes
Installation
This is a digital software product. After checkout, follow the publisher’s instructions to access your digital software license and download. The process typically involves:
Downloading the sound pack installer via your AAS account.
Authorizing the product using your provided serial number.
Performing a plugin scan within your DAW to recognize the new presets.
Compatibility Check
Compatibility
Supported Operating Systems: macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later; Windows 10 64-bit or later.
Processor Requirements: Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or later; Apple M1 processor or later.
Plugin Formats: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, and Standalone.
Architecture: 64-bit.
DAW Support: Compatible with 64-bit DAWs (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 plugin usage.
Verified Product Facts
Additional Details
Manufacturer: Applied Acoustics Systems
Product Code: AAS-CARD
SKU: ILIO-AAS-CARD
Edition: Cardinals Sound Pack for Chromaphone 3
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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