Synthesist Mark Barkan (Higher HZ) shared this in-depth review and demo of Klevgrand SVEP, a free stereo modulation filter effect for iPad, Mac & Windows.
Features:
Seamless hybrid between Chorus, Flanger & Phaser
Stereo link switch
Simple but yet powerful user interface
Low CPU usage
Topics covered:
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:28 How Reviews Are Chosen
00:01:28 Different?
00:02:09 Work & Professionalism
00:04:41 Listen
00:08:16 Usability vs Quality
00:09:42 Klevgrand & Price
00:13:38 Good & Bad
00:19:02 Walkthrough
00:26:00 Does it Work?
00:26:31 Contrast with Convention I
00:29:51 Contrast with Convention II
00:34:44 Trying Another
00:38:07 Final Words
00:39:59 Clarifying your Mindset
00:44:03 Conclusion
View the review and demo video, and if you like what you hear, SVEP is available as a free download from Klevgrand website.
SampleScience has released v2 versions for 4 of its free plugin instruments.
Each of the instruments has been updated with four new effects, a re-mastered sound set, 5 new variations, and the ability to choose a custom folder for the sound content:
Nu Guzheng is a plugin instrument based on a multi-sampled set of guzheng samples. This traditional Chinese plucked zither has been recorded in stereo using a pair of Blue spark condenser microphones. Recorded in 32-bit and downsampled to 24-bit for the plugin version, the end result is clean-sounding and authentic.
Zither Renaissance is a virtual instrument based on a damaged plucked zither recording that has been restored. A combination of audio engineering techniques has been used to make these zither samples great: spectral repair, adaptative noise removal, and manual retuning.
Resonance is a piano plugin designed by combining short acoustic piano attack samples and a piano’s body resonance physical model. Inspired by the music of Nils Frahm, Resonance is perfect for fast arpeggios and emotional riffs.
Synthetic Vortices is a collection of 90 ambient loops generated by the Ensoniq Fizmo and embedded in a VST plugin instrument. The collection of sounds is “atmospheric and alien”.
The instruments are available for free by entering 0 in the price field. Donations to support the developer are welcome.
