SWAM Cello, developed by Audio Modeling, is a revolutionary virtual instrument that redefines realism and expressiveness in digital music production. Unlike traditional sample libraries, SWAM Cello uses physical modeling to allow real-time control of mechanical variables, such as bow position, providing an unparalleled level of responsiveness and authenticity.
SWAM Cello is not just a recording of notes; it’s a fully-fledged virtual instrument that mimics its traditional counterpart, offering the perfect organic consistency of a live performance. This technology allows for a small footprint, eliminating the need for large pre-recorded libraries while delivering a flawless and lightweight virtual cello.
Key Features:
- Powerful MIDI Mapping: Supports CC, Hi-Res CC, After-Touch NRPN, and remapping curves for enhanced customization and sensitivity with any controller.
- Realistic Legatos: Provides highly realistic legato transitions.
- New Pizzicato Model: Improved pizzicato sound and behavior.
- General Sound Improvement: Enhanced overall sound quality and behavior of bowed strings.
- Timbral Correction Feature: Allows adjustment of up to two harmonics for emphasis or reduction.
- Standalone and VST3 Format: Includes standalone version and VST3 plugin format, with Native Instruments NKS compatibility.
- Real-time Bow Sensitivity Control: Enables transformation of bow strokes from short and soft to full-length and strong in real time.
System Requirements
Ensure your system meets the following requirements to run SWAM Cello efficiently.
Operating System:
- Windows: Windows 10, Windows 11
- Mac: macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) – 13.3 (Ventura)
Hardware:
- CPU: 1.6 GHz Core 2 Duo for running a single plugin instance
- Memory: 100 MB RAM per instrument instance
- Storage: 750 MB required space after installation
Standalone, Audio Units, VST, VST3, AAX 64-bit, and NKS Compatible (Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol). Apple Silicon architecture is supported natively (AAX Silicon supported natively starting from v3.7.0).
*Less powerful systems may also prove satisfactory, but may require larger buffer sizes, involving higher latencies.