IK Multimedia Total Studio 3.5 MAX MAXgrade
A value-packed IK software package
The IK Multimedia Total Studio 2 MAX package covers all stages of production. AmpliTube MAX offers over 350 guitar and bass parts from the world's leading manufacturers. T-RackS MAX offers 33 cutting-edge processors, modeled after legendary studio hardware. Benefit from a huge library of over 110 GB of samples and 7,300 instruments, courtesy of SampleTank MAX and Miroslav Philharmonik 2. Syntronik is a synthesizer plugin with over 50 GB of sounds. You also get Bass Mode, a physically modeled electric bass instrument. Whether you're just getting started with production or simply filling in the blanks in your selection of software tools, your expectations will be exceeded with the Total Studio 2 MAX package.
AmpliTube MAX
IK Multimedia could have called the AmpliTube MAX software package "AmpliTube Everything" - it's packed with over 350 pieces of gear. It includes a virtual treasure trove of authentic-sounding models of the most coveted guitar gear on the planet. We're talking about 80 amplifiers, 92 cabinets, 88 pedal effects, 24 rack effects, 19 microphones and 2 tuners. And with the Studio 2 MAX bundle, you also get Ampeg SVX 2, Fulltone Collection, and Fender Collection 2. Whether you're a performance guitarist or a studio engineer who tracks guitars regularly, consider IK Multimedia's AmpliTube MAX as your solution. one-stop for epic guitar tone.
Resources
- A collection of AmpliTube amplifiers, cabinets and effects with over 300 devices
- Includes 80 amps, 92 cabinets, 88 stompbox effects, 24 rack effects, 19 microphones and 2 tuners
- 3D booth with selectable room simulations
- Dual microphone placement on any speaker
- Individual speaker selection
- Speaker Interaction Modeling
- Cabinet mixer for microphones, ambient, DI and master
- Effects loop slot between pre and power amp
- Placement of universal effects
- Rack effects can be used as stomp effects
- Stomp effects can be used in the rack section
- 8-track DAW/recorder
- 4-track looper
- The Studio 2 MAX package also includes Ampeg SVX 2, Fulltone Collection and Fender Collection 2
T-RackS MAX
Since 1999, T-RackS has provided musicians with a convenient, complete approach to mastering. Its completely redesigned, resizable and flexible interface provides a faster and more streamlined workflow. T-RackS MAX also adds professional features such as album assembly, multi-format export, and comprehensive broadcast-ready measurement tools. Best of all, its audio engine has been reworked from input to output to deliver audiophile-grade sound quality. The T-RackS MAX provides everything you need to take your raw mixes, turn them into finished masters, and prepare them for delivery.
Resources
- Provides a convenient and complete approach to mastering
- 38 high-quality modules to add studio-quality polish to your mixes
- Upgraded audio engine supports 32-bit float/192kHz sound with audio quality
- Completely redesigned, resizable and flexible interface offers a faster, more streamlined workflow
- Chain module view makes it easy to manage your processors using flexible drag and drop gestures
- Waveform view allows for super efficient editing like trim, fade and repeat
- Provides everything you need to sequence and assemble a complete production
- Export of various formats including WAV, AIF, WAV cue and DDP files ready for duplication
- DDM (Digital Delivery Mastering) protects against spikes between samples during lossy audio encoding
- Comprehensive broadcast-ready measurement tools to keep an eye on your levels
- Expand your processing capacity with additional modules through the T-RackS custom store
SampleTank MAX
With over 52GB of samples covering 4,600 instruments and 7,400 drum loops and over 3,500 MIDI patterns, SampleTank MAX is one of the most comprehensive software sample player instruments available. Regardless of the style of music you're producing, you'll find ample creative content here to fill your tracks. You get everything that made SampleTank MAX a bestseller, plus 22 additional instrument libraries to further expand your sonic horizons. And with 16-part multitimbral operation, 16 individual stereo outputs, a ton of studio-quality effects, and extensive editing capabilities, SampleTank MAX is a "must-have" for anyone producing music on a computer.
Resources
- Over 52GB of sample content gives you plenty of creative options
- Over 4,600 instruments, categorized for easy songwriting
- Over 7,400 rhythm loops covering drums, percussion and complete construction kits
- Over 3,500 MIDI patterns to boost your creativity
- Round-robin sample switching delivers ultra-realistic performance
- 16-part multitimbral with layered parts allows for creative flexibility
- Stretching, pitch shifting/time stretching, and resampling mechanisms to create unique sounds
- Built-in MIDI engine lets you create incredible grooves and rhythm tracks
- Analog and digital effects for professional-sounding sound creations
- Fast loads and efficient CPU usage for hassle-free live performances
- Memory management feature loads sounds into RAM together for instant availability
Miroslav Philharmonic 2
Loaded with over 55GB of high-quality content and over 2,500 perfectly sampled instruments, Miroslav Philharmonik 2 is an indispensable tool for any modern composer. From strings to woodwinds, brass to percussion, the Miroslav Philharmonik 2 covers every tone and articulation you could ask for. Whether you need smooth legato, spirited spiccato, thunderous fortissimo or any other expression, the Miroslav Philharmonik 2 offers the variety of expression that composers seek. Plus, you can enhance your sound with over 30 professional plug-in effects from the SampleTank library, plus four built-in T-RackS analog modeling mastering effects.
Resources
- Orchestral virtual instrument that includes over 55GB of high-definition samples
- Recorded and produced by jazz legend Miroslav Vitous at CNSO Studios in Prague
- Loaded with over 2,500 stereo instruments, from solo instruments to full ensembles
- Effortlessly switch between multiple articulations within each instrument
- Multichannel mixer interface lets you fully define your sound
- Comes with ConvoRoom convolution reverb, 34 SampleTank 3 effects and 4 T-RackS mastering processors
- Based on the powerful 64-bit SampleTank 3 engine and fully compatible with SampleTank 3
Syntronik
With a total of 17 different synth interfaces and over 50GB of sounds, Syntronik is your one-stop solution for epic synth sounds. IK has gone further and modeled the imperfections of analog synthesizers, including multi-sample oscillators, four types of circuit-modeled filters, and DRIFT technology, which recreates the subtle variations of analog oscillators. And Syntronik includes 38 effects derived from IK's AmpliTube and T-RackS software for that ultimate sonic seasoning. If you want a ton of iconic synth sounds ready for your DAW, check out Syntronik.
Resources
- Synth plugin with 17 synths and 38 effects
- Effects derived from AmpliTube and T-RackS include guitar amp models, studio processors, and special effects
- Over 50GB of sounds and over 2,000 presets
- Captures the vibe of analog hardware thanks to multi-sampled oscillator waveforms
- DRIFT modeling technology recreates the subtle variations of analog oscillators
- 4-part synth engine allows for layers and splits
- 4 dynamic arpeggiators allow for complex rhythm parts
Bass Mode
When synthetic bass or samples don't work, and you can't get a talented bassist to make a perfect track in a short amount of time, look to Bass Mode. Bass Mode is the first physically modeled electric bass and delivers the rich, nuanced sound of a real instrument played by a real musician. IK is known for its innovation in the world of analog modeling, and they have used this expertise to model every aspect of the electric bass and how it is played. With 12 basses modeled on the most played guitars of all time, plus MIDI key switching to create realistic articulations, Bass Mode is an indispensable tool for any producer.
Resources
- Physically modeled electric bass instrument with 12 bass models, 7 pedal effects and 2 amp models
- Models everything about playing electric bass: the instrument, the player, the effects and the amplifier
- Customize your virtual bass with control over the number of strings, scale length, tuning, string gauge and even string age
- 20 interchangeable pickup models for virtually unlimited tone combinations
- Choose from 3 playing styles (Pluck, Slap, Pick) or switch between them for more realistic performance
- Customize your virtual bass with active or passive electronics, parametric EQ and piezo sub-bridge pickup
- Customize your virtual bass player by controlling hand position, string strength, fingers used and even pick thickness
- 7 stompbox effects, optimized for bass
- Includes 2 legendary bass amp models, 1 tube and 1 solid state, derived from AmpliTube
- Supports full MIDI control and key switching for advanced hands-on control