Kit Contains:
Sound Particles 3Dust Collection includes three different synthesizers, SkyDust 3D, GrainDust, and MiniDust. SkyDust 3D allows you to play a note and instantly get 3D sound. GrainDust is a synth with four granular layers for built-in movement and immersive sound, while MiniDust is the lite version of SkyDust 3D.
Sound Particles Graindust Granular Synthesizer Plug-In
Graindust is a revolutionary granular synthesizer from the creators of Sound Particles, designed for creating unique, evolving textures and immersive soundscapes. It combines a powerful granular engine with a full 3D spatial audio panner, allowing you to not only shape the sound but also control its movement in space.
At its core, Graindust features four independent granular layers, each with its own sample, filter, and modulation. You can use the 500+ included samples or drag and drop your own. Its advanced arpeggiator, MPE support, and innovative motion sequencers allow you to build everything from rhythmic pulses to complex, generative sound beds and organic, ever-changing atmospheres.
Sound Particles SkyDust 3D Spatial Audio Virtual Synthesizer (Standard)
The First Spatial Synthesizer Plug-In
Presented as the world's first polyphonic synthesizer with a fully realized 3D sound engine, SkyDust 3D from Sound Particles is set to change the game in immersive sound and music production, delivering a comprehensive virtual instrument with a whopping 256 voices, eight oscillators per voice, and an enormous array of filters, envelope generators, and waveforms from which you can choose. With the integrated 3D engine, you can create unbelievable sounds unlike any other synth, and even enjoy them with traditional stereo headphones thanks to binaural support. And you can enjoy wide-ranging traditional synthesis with subtractive filters, a huge modulation matrix, and support for modern FM synthesis.
SkyDust 3D includes a complex yet intuitive arpeggiator section with polyphonic sequencing, parameter sequencing, seven arp modes, and forced scale shifts, for sequences that properly match your composition. You can use pitch effects to create unique sounds, and the included mixer and sound effects allow you to add up to four effects at once and balance your oscillators for the perfect sound. This virtual instrument is available in AAX, AU2, and VST3 formats for Windows and macOS computers.
Presets
Multiple Presets
No time to program a synth? No problem, simply use one of the hundreds of presets that are available.
Random Presets
Looking for happy accidents, or endless combinations? Use the dice to create random presets, for infinite sounds.
Sub-Presets
With sub-presets, you can save or load only parts of the synth, and reuse them for sequences, pitch effects, FM settings, spatial movements, and more.
Easy Preset Selection
Large preset buttons are on the main panel, allowing you to easily pick the right preset under the pressure of a live concert.
Filter Presets
Sometimes it's hard to find that preset that you like. Filter presets by artist or sound type to find them more quickly.
Random Lock
With random presets, sometimes you simply want to change a part of it. Lock the modules that you want to keep unchanged.
Spatial
Spatial Sequencer
Imagine a sequencer where you can pan each step note in 3D space. SkyDust 3D allows you to do just that, bringing 3D arpeggios to everyone.
Spatial Envelope Generators
Create a note that starts at the back, attacks to the center, sustains at the right, and releases to the ceiling. All by using an EG with the integrated 3D renderer.
Spatial LFO
Notes moving everywhere, with azimuth and elevation controlled by LFOs. Give your LFOs a new, three-dimensional life.
Independent Oscillators
Each oscillator can have its own spatial settings, with independent starting positions and movements, for fantastic 3D sounds.
Movement Modifiers
Use movement modifiers to obtain interesting movements in a fast way, from crazy rotations to smooth movements.
Divergence
Do you want all notes to start in the same spot, or should the synth create slight positional variations between notes? With SkyDust 3D, the choice is yours.
Dolby Atmos
SkyDust 3D is able to output audio in numerous multichannel formats, from 5.1 to 9.1.6, perfect for your Dolby Atmos music.
Ambisonics
Ambisonics users will love the fact that SkyDust 3D supports up to 6th order Ambisonics. Create the most immersive music your creativity allows.
Special Panner
Sound Particles created a special 3D panner that merges the advantages of sphere-based panners and cube-based panners for the best of both worlds.
3D Views
Multiple 3D views, for you to see what is happening in terms of space: 360° view, top view, rear view, sphere view, and more.
SOFA
Use the built-in HRTF datasets, or your custom SOFA file (with your HRTF profile), and you will have a great 3D experience with headphones.
Oscillators
8 Oscillators
With 8 oscillators per voice, SkyDust will allow you to create rich and fantastic sounds, using subtractive, FM, or hybrid approaches.
Polyphonic Synth
With up to 256 voices, this synth is able to play an enormous number of notes. And if you need to go past the limit, SkyDust 3D will handle it gracefully.
Anti-Aliasing
With anti-aliasing technology, the synth will prevent the ugly artifacts typical of some digital synthesizers. Enjoy smooth, linear-style waveforms that never feel jagged or unnatural.
Waveforms and Noises
From traditional waves to crazy noises, pick the right waveform for your oscillators. Everything from sine waves to pink noise provide limitless possibilities.
Waveform Modifiers
Use one of the multiple modifiers to create unique waveform sounds. Or link them with an LFO for even more interesting results.
Multiple EGs
Do you like ADSRs for everything, or do you prefer more complicated ones? With SkyDust 3D you get everything you need, from ADSR to DAHDSR.
Arpeggiator
Arpeggiator + Sequencer
The Arpeggiator and the Sequencer will allow you to create fantastic note sequences for your new music piece.
Step Keyboards
With a keyboard for each step of the sequencer, you can stop thinking about semitones and simply create fantastic music.
Polyphonic Sequencer
Yes, old synthesizers only had monophonic sequencers, but with a polyphonic sequencer the results can be even more interesting. Sequence chords and harmonically complex runs.
Parameter Sequences
Add parameters to the sequencer to create even richer sequences, changing their values through time. Easy automation that will outdo even the most skillful live performances.
Arpeggiator Modes
Pick one of the 7 arpeggiator modes, add extra octaves, and get great results.
Major / Minor chords
Wouldn't it be nice for the sequencer to adapt to major and minor chords? Force a scale for the sequence to know when to play which, perfectly accommodating your composition.
Frequency Modulation Synthesis
FM Operators
Do you prefer subtractive, FM, or hybrid? Use the 8 oscillators as 8 FM operators, and add filters on top for hybrid results.
FM Matrix
Create custom connections between operators with the FM matrix, the sky is the limit.
Operator View
Check the connections between operators on the operator's view, to make sure you are doing the right FM routing. Infamously complex FM programming has never been easier.
Filters
Subtractive Filtering
If you like subtractive synthesis, use filters (with EGs and LFOs) to obtain the sound you are looking for. Classic analog-style synthesis at your fingertips.
Oscillator Filters
Each oscillator can have its own filter, controlled by its own EG and LFO, providing even greater control over your sounds.
Keyboard + Velocity Mapping
Do you want your filters to adapt to the keyboard notes and their velocity? No problem. You can easily map velocity and notes to your filters for the kind of performance sensitivity you will rarely find elsewhere.
Pitch
Pitch EG + LFO
From smooth vibratos to crazy pitch variations, each oscillator can have its own EG and LFOs with pitch modulation for unique sounds.
Pitch Convergence
Use random pitch values on the Pitch EG to obtain amazing pitch convergence results, even in 3D.
Random Behaviors
Pick one of the available random pitch behaviors, to obtain very interesting results, from horror to enlightenment.
Effects and Mix
Mixer
The mixer will be your friend: Use Solo to focus on a single oscillator, adjust volumes to shape your sound, or simply to check levels.
FX Square
Use one of the 4 FX slots available to add effects like delay, reverb, EQ, bit-crusher, and more. Mix effects with the 3D sound design for incredibly unique soundscapes.
Dry/Wet
Control the dry/wet ratio of each effect to achieve the best results for your sound.
Matrix
The Modulation Matrix
Use the Matrix to use any parameter to control any other parameter. Pitch-bend for elevation, LFO for resonance, nearly anything is possible.
Filter By Source or Destination
A matrix list can grow fast. Use 'Filter by' to show entries by either the source (MIDI, LFO, EG) or destination (Spatial, Pitch, FM, etc.)
Curve Editor
Use the curve editor to obtain even more control over the parameters—sometimes, the best results require fine tuning.
Extras
Extra EGs
8 extra envelope generators to use with additional parameters of the synth. You can never have too many EGs.
Extra LFOs
An additional 8 LFOs for you to play with more parameters. You can, for example, add some extra noise LFO on top of a regular vibrato.
Curve Editor
Use the curve editor with the extra EGs and LFOs to fine tune the desired sound.
Resizable Window
Feel free to resize your window because the graphical interface will adapt: from extra small to extra large views.
XY Pads with Snap
Use 2 XY pads to control parameters easily. With snap (and snap time), the results will be even more interesting.
Mono / Legato
If you like monophonic synths, choose between Mono and Legato, and adjust the glide time that you desire.
Macros
With 4 macros available, it's very easy to control multiple parameters at once.
Pitch / Spatial / Arp
Turn off pitch effects, spatial movements, or arpeggiator. Sometimes you simply want a good clean sound.
Virtual Keyboard
In some cases you may not have a keyboard with you, but you may still simply want to play some synth sounds. Use the virtual keyboard and have fun.
Sound Particles MiniDust Synthesizer Plug-In
Sound Particles MiniDust is a plug-in that is suitable for sound designers who don't require the additional features of the SkyDust 3D plug-in. This dual oscillator plug-in features two FX slots and two Macros. It includes more than 250 presets inluding Attic Perc, Bassorted, Dark Mood, DeLead, Fleys, Glide da Bass, Gliding Pad, Glitching Pad, Glitching Woosh, Growll Pad, Plucky Pucks, and Rythmic. Supporting AAX, AU, and VST3 plug-in proocols, so it is compatible with most DAWs running on Windows or Mac systems.
Presets
- 250+ presets and subpresets
- MPE-compatible presets
- Randomness creates the opportunity for happy accidents
Oscillators
- 2 oscillator polyphonic synth
- 190+ waveforms
- 4 noise types—white, brown, binary, and pink
- 70+ waveform modifiers
- Multiple EGs
Arpeggiator
- Arpeggiator and sequencer
- Step keyboards
- Polyphonic sequencer with up to 128 steps
- Parameter sequences
- 7 arpeggiator modes
- Snap to scale
Filters
- 6 filters—low pass, high pass, band pass, peak, low shelf, high shelf
- Oscillator filters
- Keyboard and velocity mapping
Pitch
- Pitch EG and LFO
- Pitch convergence
- Random behaviors
Effects/Mix
- 9 FX—delay, bitcrush, distortion, equalizer, reverb, flanger, vibrato, chorus, phaser
- Mixer
- Dry/wet
Matrix
- Matrix
- Filter by (source/destination)
- Curve Editor
Spatial
- Spatial sequencer
- Spatial envelope generators (EGs)
- Spatial low-frequency oscillators (LFOs)
- Independent oscillators
- Movement modifiers
- Divergence—snap to speakers
- Special panner
- 3D views
- SOFA
Extras
- 2 extra EGs
- 2 extra LFOs
Output Formats
- Support for Mono
- Support for Stereo:
- Stereo
- Stereo (VBAP)
- Stereo (MS)
- Stereo (XY)
- Stereo (Blumlein)
- Support for Binaural (3D sound over Headphones):
- 2 XY pads, with custom parameters per axis
- Support for Ambisonics up to 6th order
- Support for Multichannel:
- LRC
- LRCS
- Quad
- 4.0
- 5.0
- 5.1
- 6.1
- 7.0
- 7.1
- 7.1 (SDDS)
- 9.0
- 9.1
- 5.0.2
- 5.1.2
- 7.0.2
- 7.1.2
- 9.1.2
- 5.0.4
- 5.1.4
- 7.0.4
- 7.1.4
- 7.0.6
- 7.1.6
- 9.0.6,
- 9.1.6
- 9.0.8
- 9.1.8
- 11.1.8
- Auro 11.1
- Auro 13.1
- IMAX 12.0
- NHK 22.2
- Sony 360 RA