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String Studio VS-3 Upgrade
String Studio VS-3 Upgrade
String Studio VS-3 Upgrade
String Studio VS-3 Upgrade
String Studio VS-3 Upgrade

String Studio VS-3 Upgrade

Brand: Applied Acoustics Systems

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$79.00

Applied Acoustics Systems | String Studio Upgrade from previous version

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Description

Product Overview

Overview

The String Studio VS-3 Upgrade allows existing users of previous versions to transition to the latest evolution of Applied Acoustics Systems’ one-of-a-kind oscillating string synthesizer. This instrument delivers a truly distinctive sonic signature by utilizing a specialized collection of string oscillators that blend modern synthesis with creative, organic textures.

By simulating the physical interactions of picks, bows, hammers, fingers, frets, and dampers, String Studio VS-3 moves beyond traditional synthesis to provide a rich, tactile sound palette. This upgrade enhances the core engine with expanded performance controls, a massive professional preset library, and a sophisticated multi-effects architecture designed for high-end production.

What Stands Out

Key Details

  • Advanced String Synthesis: Utilizes unique string oscillators to create a blend of organic and synthetic tones, augmented by classic filters, envelopes, LFOs, and a dedicated soundboard.
  • Massive Preset Library: Includes over 800 professionally crafted presets developed by a team of 22 world-class sound designers, ensuring consistent gain-staging and unity-gain effects.
  • Comprehensive Sound Categories: Covers 22 distinct categories, including basses, percussions, effects, impacts, noises, sweeps, clavinets, keys, organs, bells, mallets, guitars, plucks, strings, leads, pads, arpeggios, layers, rhythmics, sequences, splits, and textures.
  • Dynamic Performance Modulators: Features two performance modulators per layer that respond to user-defined MIDI controls, allowing for real-time morphing and expressive sonic dimensions.
  • Triple-Rack Effects Suite: Three independent effects racks providing a vast array of processing, including reverb, delay, distortion, phaser, chorus, flanger, filters, equalizer, compressor, guitar amplifier, and tremolo.
Best For

Use Cases

  • Cinematic Scoring: Creating evolving textures, atmospheric pads, and organic string swells that bridge the gap between orchestral and electronic music.
  • Modern Music Production: Designing unique plucks, rhythmic sequences, and bass lines that stand out from standard wavetable or subtractive synths.
  • Live Performance: Utilizing per-sound MIDI controlled variations to morph sounds and add expression in real-time during a set.
  • Sound Design: Leveraging the 22 sound categories to build entire productions from a single instrument, from percussion and impacts to lead melodies.
Setup Notes

Installation

This is a software upgrade. To complete the installation, users must possess a valid license for String Studio VS-2. Please be prepared to verify your previous version’s serial number during the checkout or activation process.

Once verified, the software is delivered via digital license for download and activation on your compatible operating system.

Compatibility Check

Compatibility

  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (64-bit) or later; macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later.
  • Processor Requirements: Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1 processor or later.
  • Plugin Formats: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, and Standalone.
  • DAW Support: Compatible with 64-bit DAWs (e.g., Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Digital Performer).
Verified Product Facts

Additional Details

  • Manufacturer: Applied Acoustics Systems
  • SKU: ILIO-AA-SS3UP
  • Edition: Upgrade from previous version (VS-2)
  • Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
  • Platform: Mac and Windows
  • Plug-In Formats: VST3, AU, AAX Native, Standalone

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Verified Product Facts

Additional Details

  • Manufacturer: Applied Acoustics Systems
  • SKU: ILIO-AA-SS3UP
  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later
  • Plug-In Formats: VST3, AU, AAX Native, Standalone

Manufacturer System Requirements:

Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone

Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation.

Additional information

Brand

Applied Acoustics Systems
Product Code

AA-SS3UP
Product / Edition

String Studio VS-3 Upgrade from previous version
System Requirements

Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone
Brand

Compatibility Info

Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone, Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1, Not Stated, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX Native, NKS, Standalone
Platform

Mac and Windows
Delivery Format

Download / Digital License
License Type

Upgrade
Plug-In Format

VST3, AU, AAX Native, Standalone
Operating System Compatibility

Windows 10 64-bit or later, macOS 10.13 or later

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