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SWAM Horns & Tubas product cover featuring bass tuba, tuba Eb, euphonium, French horns F and Bb by Audio Modeling
SWAM Bass Tuba interface showing expressivity controls, play modes, timbre settings, pitch bend, vibrato, and piano keyboard
SWAM Tuba Eb interface showing expressivity controls, play modes, timbre settings, pitch bend, vibrato, and piano keyboard
SWAM Euphonium interface showing expressivity controls, play modes, timbre settings, pitch bend, vibrato, and piano keyboard
SWAM French Horn Bb interface showing expressivity controls, play modes, timbre settings, pitch bend, vibrato, and piano keyboard
SWAM French Horn F interface showing expressivity controls, play modes, timbre settings, pitch bend, vibrato, and piano keyboard
SWAM Ambient studio interface showing Cathedral acoustic space with materials control, room size, mic position, and reverb settings
SWAM Ambient room types selection showing absorbing studio, large absorbing studio, listening room dark, medium theater dark options
SWAM Bass Tuba expressivity panel showing vibrato depth, vibrato rate, attack noise, tonguing, flutter tonguing, growl, reactivity controls
SWAM Bass Tuba play model controls showing flat control, valve/slide speed, lips flexity, and extensive performance parameter settings
SWAM Bass Tuba capture interface showing breath noise, half dimensions amp, mute size, mute time, dynamic size, timbre constraints controls
SWAM Bass Tuba tuning interface showing master tuning, micro tuning, master tune, pitch bend up/down, transpose controls
SWAM Bass Tuba temperament interface showing detailed note grid with C#, D#, F#, G#, A#, numbered keys 1-6, clear/flat controls
SWAM Bass Tuba MIDI interface showing linking sounds, max volume processing, Studio A specification, ignore modulation, delay controls
SWAM Bass Tuba effects interface showing body reflection level, reverse mix, reverse time controls, max volume effects panel
SWAM Horns and Tubas
SWAM Bass Tuba MIDI expression assignment interface showing circular expression control, channel settings, velocity controls, message parameters
SWAM Bass Tuba expression assign interface showing 2D control pad, breath curve controls, vector settings, sliders, curve presets
SWAM Bass Tuba interface with Load a Template dialog showing keyboard, breath controller, MIDI, EVI template options
SWAM Bass Tuba interface showing advanced control parameters, settings configuration, and performance options panel
SWAM Bass Tuba interface with Main Menu dialog showing preset manager, reset, controller mapping, parameters lock options
SWAM Bass Tuba interface with Preset Manager dialog showing Bass Tuba Default, Italian, Free Blowing, Symphonic presets
SWAM Bass Tuba Master interface showing comprehensive control panel with Main, Effects, Expressivity, Pitch parameters

SWAM Horns & Tubas

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Audio Modeling | SWAM Horns & Tubas

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Description

Product Overview

Overview

SWAM Horns & Tubas by Audio Modeling is a professional suite of digitally handcrafted acoustic instruments designed for musicians, composers, and producers who demand fluid, organic expression. Unlike traditional sample libraries that trigger pre-recorded audio, SWAM utilizes Physical Modeling technology. This approach simulates the actual physical properties of the instrument—such as pipe length, breath pressure, and lip tension—allowing for real-time articulation and a level of responsiveness that mimics a live performance.

The bundle includes five distinct instruments: Bass Tuba, Tuba (Eb), Euphonium, French Horn (F), and French Horn (Bb). By eliminating the need for massive sample libraries, SWAM provides a lightweight yet powerful solution for creating authentic jazz, orchestral, or concerto arrangements with seamless transitions and endless expressive parameters.

What Stands Out

Key Details

  • Physical Modeling Engine: Reproduces instrument behavior in real-time, allowing for natural reactions and fluid expression without the repetition of samples.
  • Comprehensive Instrument Set: Includes Bass Tuba, Tuba (Eb), Euphonium, French Horn (F), and French Horn (Bb).
  • Advanced Articulation: Features note transitions (Staccato, Legato, and Portamento) that function automatically without the need for KeySwitches.
  • Real-Time MIDI Control: Full control over Vibrato Depth (from regular to Shake), Portamento Time, and Half Valve Amount.
  • Specialized Horn Controls: Includes a dedicated Mute Control to simulate the effect of a hand inside the bell, as well as a pedal note option available across the entire Brass family.
  • Enhanced Workflow (v1.5): Updated GUI with a simplified main menu, a “panic” button, and a real-time monitor for MIDI remapping curves to perfectly balance the instrument with your controller.
  • NKS Integration: Fully NKS-Ready for a plug-and-play experience with the Native Instruments KOMPLETE KONTROL system.
  • Precision Tuning: Includes Breath Ctrl Hi-Res Threshold for 14-bit MIDI breath controllers and Velocity Remapping for precise control over attack and legato speed.
Best For

Use Cases

  • Orchestral Scoring: Creating realistic brass sections for film or game soundtracks where precise legato and dynamic swells are required.
  • Jazz & Concertos: Performing complex solo brass parts that require the nuanced “breath” and lip tension of a live player.
  • Sound Design: Utilizing physical modeling parameters to push the instruments beyond traditional boundaries for unique textures.
  • Education & Performance: Using the software as a teaching tool or a reliable live performance instrument due to its extremely low CPU/RAM footprint.
Setup Notes

Installation

Following purchase, users should follow the publisher’s instructions for download and authorization. The installation process involves downloading the software installer and performing a plugin scan within your preferred DAW. Ensure your serial number and account information are available during the activation process. The software features a resizable window to ensure the GUI is optimized for any screen resolution.

Compatibility Check

Compatibility

  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10, Windows 11; macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) through 14 (Sonoma)
  • Plugin Formats: Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX (64-bit)
  • Architecture: Apple Silicon natively supported (AAX Silicon supported from v3.7.0)
  • DAW/Host Support: NKS (Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol) compatible
  • RAM: Approximately 15 MB RAM per instrument instance
  • Disk Space: 16 MB per single instrument; 80 MB per instrument family; up to 240 MB for the complete Solo Brass bundle
  • CPU Requirements: Minimum 1.6 GHz Core 2 Duo CPU for a single instance (lower power systems may require larger buffer sizes)

Additional Details

  • Manufacturer: Audio Modeling
  • SKU: ILIO-AM-HTBX
  • Edition: SWAM Horns & Tubas
  • Platform: Mac and Windows
  • Plug-In Formats: Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
  • Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10, macOS 10.13 – 14
  • RAM Requirements: 15 MB RAM per instance
  • Disk Space: 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space
  • Additional Details: Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
  • Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (https://www.ilio.com/swam-horns-tubas).

Product Demo




Official Product Media

Features in Detail

SWAM Ambiente
SWAM Ambiente

Additional information

Brand

Audio Modeling
Product Code

AM-HTBX
Product / Edition

SWAM Horns & Tubas
System Requirements

Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
Brand

Compatibility Info

Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
Platform

Mac and Windows
Delivery Format

Download / Digital License
Plug-In Format

Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
Operating System Compatibility

Windows 10, macOS 10.13 – 14
RAM Requirements

15 MB RAM per instance
Disk Space Requirements

16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space
Manufacturer

Audio Modeling
SKU

ILIO-AM-HTBX
Edition

SWAM Horns & Tubas
Plug-In Formats

Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
Supported Operating Systems

Windows 10, macOS 10.13 – 14
Disk Space

16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space
Additional Details

Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Windows 10, 11, macOS 10.13 – 14, 15 MB RAM per instance, 16 MB – 240 MB Hard Drive Space, Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
Requirements Source

manufacturer or supplier product documentation (https://www.ilio.com/swam-horns-tubas).

1 review for SWAM Horns & Tubas

  1. Marcus Chandler –

    This software delivers professional results. The presets are useful and the interface is intuitive. Very happy.

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