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IK Multimedia SampleTank 2.5 XL

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IK Multimedia SampleTank 2.5 The new version of SampleTank, a sample-based virtual instrument workstation, is more 'pro' than ever with additional effect processing from five new master insert effects and five send effects. Also included for much more precise control and better "playability" are Global Volume/Pan, Master Loop sync and selectable Portamento curves.

Now with 33 effects available, IK has added one of the reverbs from the separately sold Classik Studio Reverb plug-in plus effects previously only available within their AmpliTube and T-RackS software packages. With up to 15 effects per part (sound), you'll also be fully equipped to play other IK products that are "Powered by SampleTank"--like the great strings in Miroslav Philharmonik, or Sonik Synth, Studiophonik, SampleTron and all the Moog synths in IK's SampleMoog!

I found ST2.5 very exciting because of 200 new Combi patches are ready to play--there is no need to do much programming here. Most are 16 multi-timbral with an additional bonus sound disc included in the boxed version of SampleTank 2.5 XL. I liked that all the samples are useable--there are no "dogs" in there--and very playable and easily fit into any kind of music. Effects like EQ/compression and reverb are added appropriately and, if you want it dry for adding your own 'smorg' later; the effects disappear with one click. Especially good are the drum kits, brass, and the beautiful strings.

ST2.5 is fully compatible with Mac OS X (Universal Binary) and Windows XP/Vista. It is fully Native supporting VST, RTAS, and Audio Units plug-in formats. ST2.5 is a free software update download for all SampleTank L/XL and SampleTank 2 L/XL users available at the IK User Area. SampleTank 2.5 XL costs $499/Euro 419 and comes with 2 DVDs with over 1,800 sounds, 6.5GB of samples, plus a bonus sound disk not previously included. Get more information and download a trial version at: www.sampletank.com


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