Description
Overview
GeoViolin for GeoShred Studio is a physically modeled solo violin that transforms the way virtual strings are performed. Unlike traditional sample-based libraries that rely on static recordings, GeoViolin is powered by the industry-leading SWAM engine by Audio Modeling. This technology computes bow-string physics as a live acoustic event in real time, ensuring fluid transitions and organic responses across all four strings (G, D, A, E).
By integrating directly into the GeoShred Studio environment, GeoViolin leverages a multi-row continuous pitch surface. This allows performers and composers to shape every tonal shade—from a whispered sul tasto to a full-projection fortissimo—directly through pressure and gesture, delivering the harmonic richness and carrying power of a professional solo violin.
Key Details
- Physical Modeling Synthesis: Utilizes SWAM technology to simulate real-time bow-string physics, eliminating the limitations of sample loops and providing seamless melodic continuity.
- Continuous Bow Control: Direct, real-time manipulation of critical performance parameters, including bow speed, pressure, and the contact point (shifting from sul tasto to sul ponticello).
- Expressive Articulation: Full control over vibrato depth and rate, allowing for nuanced, human-like emotional delivery.
- Isomorphic Performance Surface: The GeoShred Studio grid is tuned in perfect fourths, enabling natural slides and portamento movements without the awkward position shifts required on a physical instrument.
- Integrated FX Rack: A built-in signal chain featuring EchoMT, Reverb, and AmpCab, along with additional processors to shape the final sonic output.
- Monophonic Realism: To maintain authentic physical modeling and mirror the behavior of a solo acoustic violin, the instrument is monophonic.
Use Cases
- Live Performance: Pair the software with the free GeoShred Control iOS app via USB to transform an iPad or iPhone into a multi-touch expressive surface for the stage.
- Cinematic Scoring: Create highly emotive, gliding solo violin lines with natural portamento and dynamic swells that feel organic and human.
- Experimental Sound Design: Leverage the integrated FX rack and extreme bow-positioning (sul ponticello) to create avant-garde textures and cutting harmonic tones.
- MPE Integration: Use MPE-capable hardware to map complex tactile gestures to bow pressure and vibrato for maximum performance precision.
Installation
GeoViolin is a virtual instrument that runs exclusively inside GeoShred Studio. For users who do not already own the platform, a license for GeoShred Studio is included with the purchase of GeoViolin. Once the GeoShred Studio host is installed, GeoViolin can be loaded as the active instrument to begin performance.
Compatibility
- Supported Operating Systems: macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
- Processor Support: Apple Silicon supported natively
- Plugin Formats: Standalone, Audio Units (AU), AUv3, VST3
- Host Support: Runs as a standalone application or as a plugin within any DAW supporting the listed formats
- Controller Compatibility: MPE controllers, wind controllers, breath controllers, standard MIDI controllers, and the GeoShred Control iOS companion app
- Requirement: GeoShred Studio is required to run this instrument
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: MoForte
- Edition: GeoViolin for GeoShred Studio
- Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
- Platform: Mac
- Plug-In Formats: Standalone, AU, VST3
- SKU: ILIO-MF-GEOSHRED-VIOLIN
- Supported Operating Systems: macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
- Additional Details: macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later, Standalone, AU, AUv3, VST3
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (https://www.ilio.com/geoshred-violin).
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