Torso Electronics S-4 Sculpting Sampler Gets Major Update
Torso Electronics has released S-4 Sculpting Sampler OS 2.0 – a major update that includes a rewrite of the core engine and expands the S-4’s capabilities.
S-4 Scultping Sampler OS 2.0 introduces macro controls, scenes, varispeed recording, unlimited sample length playback, and new dynamic modulation options.
The official video overview:
Features:
- Perform adds the ability to create global macros, enabling control of multiple parameters across the entire instrument simultaneously. Any parameter can be mapped to eight performance knobs and four punch-in effect buttons, allowing transformative changes with a single gesture.
- Scene enables saving and instantly launching parameter and sample snapshots. Full machine states can be saved, variations built, moments captured, and samples swapped on the fly. Up to 128 scenes are available per project, controllable directly on the device or via MIDI Program Change.
- Temp brings performance functionality with temporary control of all parameters. When temp is enabled, S-4 saves the initial state and snaps back instantly when released.
- Disc is a new sample playback device that streams audio directly from S-4’s internal storage, enabling playback of long-form audio files. Ideal for full-length stems, field recordings, or long loops, Disc is only limited by available storage space.
- Follow has been added to the list of modulation devices – an envelope follower that uses the amplitude of any of the four track outputs, or the S-4’s inputs, to modulate parameters – enabling dynamic, responsive modulation.
- New performance and utility features include copy for duplicating devices, tracks, and scenes. The Tape device has been enhanced to improve live looping with varispeed recording. The interface has received a comprehensive overhaul, and many existing devices have been improved with new features.
S-4 OS 2.0 is available now as a free download for all S-4 owners.
