SkyDust 3D is a cutting-edge spatial synthesizer plugin that transforms any note into a full 3D audio experience. It is specially crafted for professionals seeking to explore and exploit immersive audio formats, from stereo to advanced multi-channel systems like Dolby Atmos and Ambisonics. Here’s what makes SkyDust 3D a powerhouse in sound design:
- Extensive Preset Library: Access over 500 carefully curated presets and sub-presets. These are designed for ease of use, offering powerful search, filter, and sorting tools to streamline your workflow. Whether you have an MPE keyboard or are looking for serendipitous sound combinations, SkyDust 3D has you covered.
- Advanced Spatial Tools:
- Spatial Sequencer: Pan each note in 3D space, creating dynamic arpeggios that move around the listener.
- Spatial Envelope Generators: Craft sounds that move from one spatial point to another—back, center, right, and even above—using innovative 3D envelope generators.
- Spatial LFOs: Animate your sounds within the 3D space using LFOs that control azimuth and elevation, adding a dynamic layer of movement.
- Robust Synthesis Capabilities:
- Multiple Oscillators: Each of the 8 oscillators per voice can be independently controlled, allowing for complex spatial settings and movements.
- Waveform and Noise Options: Choose from a variety of waveforms and noises, adjusting with modifiers for unique sounds.
- Polyphonic Capabilities: With up to 256 voices, SkyDust 3D handles extensive polyphony, ensuring rich and dense soundscapes.
- Modulation and Effects:
- Comprehensive Modulators: Utilize ADSRs, DAHDSRs, or link LFOs to modulators for intricate sound design.
- Pitch and Filter Controls: Detailed pitch EGs, LFOs, and keyboard-velocity mapping filters provide precise control over the tonal and dynamic aspects of your sound.
- Integrated Mixer and FX Slots: Shape your sound using the onboard mixer and four FX slots, which include options for delay, reverb, EQ, and more.
- 3D Visual Feedback: Multiple 3D views, including 360º, top, rear, and sphere views, ensure you can visually track everything that happens in your sound field.
SkyDust 3D not only provides the tools to create immersive and complex sounds but also ensures a tactile and intuitive interface that enhances creativity and efficiency in any sound design environment.
System Requirements
To ensure optimal performance, please review the following system requirements before installing SkyDust 3D.
Plugin Activation: Requires internet connection for initial activation and periodic validations.
- Operating Systems: Compatible with Windows 10/11, macOS 10.14 or later.
- Hardware Requirements: Minimum of 8 GB RAM, 4 GB free disk space, and a multi-core CPU.
Compatibility and performance have been extensively tested across various DAWs and setups to ensure the best user experience in professional audio production environments.
