IK Multimedia have re-released the free version of SampleTank, a powerful sound module VST instrument plugin.
This time it comes with less limitations, a new Authorization Manager, and a 500MB library of free samples. Here is more info from the IK Multimedia website:
SampleTank FREE is a full-featured version of SampleTank 2.5, with a 500 MB specially selected samples library. Now you can experience the full power and flexibility of the industry’s leading sound sample engine for FREE and build your compositions to perfection.
Choose from the acoustic, electric, electronic and loop sounds of SampleTank 2.5 XL or L, the orchestral sounds of Miroslav Philharmonik, the synths and keys of Sonik Synth 2, the official Moog™ sounds of SampleMoog, and the vintage “tron” collections of SampleTron or the 30 available Xpansion Tank 2 style and instrument based sounds collections.
No longer limited – Multiple instances that opens ALL SampleTank format sounds, import functionality, and the ability to create your own user presets.
Note that you need to be registered on the IK Multimedia website in order to recieve the SampleTank Free download link.
Features
Main features of SampleTank Free:
- Over 500 MB samples for over 200 sounds included.
- 16 part multi-timbral with easy layerable/mixable parts.
- 3 synth engines:
- STRETCH (formant preserving pitch-shift/time-stretch).
- Polyphonic Pitch-Shift/Time-Stretch (PS/TS).
- Resampling.
- Powerful multi-effects section:
- 5 insert effects per Part.
- 5 Send effects.
- Master effects.
- 33 built-in DSP effects derived from audio processors like T-RackS and AmpliTube.
- Part and Master Loop Sync.
- Can be expanded with: SampleTank 2.5 L and XL sounds and any “Powered by SampleTank” sound modules including Miroslav Philharmonik, Sonik Synth 2, SampleMoog, SampleTron.
- Can be expanded with any Xpansion Tank 2 sounds.
- Imports WAV, AIFF, SDII, AKAI S-1000/3000, SAMPLECELL.
- Available both as a standalone application as well as a plug-in.
- VST, RTAS, and AU on Mac OS X/Windows.
POWER TIP (by Jazzigula): In case you’re having trouble locating the IK Multimedia Authorization Manager online, note that it’s probably already installed on your machine and can be found in the Windows start menu.
Links
Download SampleTank Free: click here
IK Multimedia Website: click here