Augmented Mallets

Augmented Mallets unites the percussive and harmonic charm of the marimba, vibraphone, celeste and tubular bells with cutting-edge synthesis - giving composers, producers and keyboardists immediate access to a diverse range of authentic, hybrid, and contemporary mallet sounds.

Hybrid mallets for the modern age

Combining meticulously recorded acoustic sounds with state-of-the-art synthesis, elevate any project with evolving strikes, percussive tones and ethereal mallet melodies:

• Enhanced mallet sounds: Shape and transform Marimba, Vibraphone, Celeste, and Tubular Bells into modern, expressive textures - this is no ordinary mallet library.
• Instant inspiration: Discover over 200 finely crafted presets designed to compliment any project. Augmented Mallets perfectly balances percussive keys, chords, leads, pads and melodic sequences.
• Expressive morphing control: Effortlessly transform your sound with powerful Morph and macro controls, dynamically moving between acoustic precision and synthesized abstraction in real-time.

Articulations

Inject your tracks with fresh, organic tones that cut through any mix. From glassy melodic layers to punchy percussive hits, mallets offer a distinctive sonic signature perfect for adding harmonic phrasing and sophistication to your beats:

• Classical articulations: Traditional mallet performances including marimba, vibraphone, celeste, and tubular bells — ideal for adding expressive melodic accents.
• Prepared articulations: Unconventional techniques using bows, paper, rattles and alternative striking tools — delivering textured, percussive layers with unique tonal character.
• Experimental & Processed: Mallet sounds reimagined through creative processing and sound design — from shimmering effects to heavily altered textures.

Main Features

Augmented Mallets blends meticulous sampling with innovative multilayered synthesis for a sound that transcends traditional musical boundaries:

• Morph between acoustic & synthetic sounds: Effortlessly blend real instrumental recordings with futuristic synth layers for evolving hybrid sounds.
• Hybrid engine combining sampling & synthesis: Enjoy detailed acoustic samples alongside Virtual Analog, Granular, Wavetable, and Harmonic engines.
• Intuitive modulation & macro controls: Shape any sound in seconds with assignable macros, drag-and-drop modulation, and a clear, streamlined interface.
• MPE support for enhanced expression: Unlock nuanced polyphonic control for more dynamic, lifelike performances and tactile sound design.
• Quality, cinematic-ready presets: Instantly access an inspiring library of mix-ready sounds, from classic tones to experimental textures.
• Built-in arpeggiator & sequencer: Add rhythmic movement and depth with a versatile arpeggiator and chance-based sequencing.