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Independence
by MAGIX

Independence by MAGIX is a Virtual Instrument and a Virtual Effect Audio Plugin and an Audio Plugin Host. It functions as a VST Plugin, an Audio Units Plugin and an RTAS Plugin. It can host VST Plugins.

Product	Independence
Developer	MAGIX
Price (MSRP)	$130 (Basic) / $330 (Pro)
Type / Tags	Sampler/Sample Player Sampler Sound Module

Plug-in, App & Soundware Format(s)

Instrument(s)
Effect(s)
Can Host Instruments
Can Host Effects

Operating System Availability

Operating System	Latest Version	Download	Released
	3.1	-
	3.1	-

Supported Sample Formats (loads or saves) include

AIFF, Akai, WAV

Miscellaneous Information

Copy Protection

Dongle (NOT iLok or eLicenser)

Max. 6 items

Latest Version Changes [view all]

Windows Version
3.1
2.5.4
24 Sep 12Mac Version
3.1
2.5.4
24 Sep 12

Independence enables you to use, edit, customize and manipulate your instruments in one familiar environment.

Independence comes with an 18 GB sound library which contains a "best-of" collection of instruments from Yellow Tools products plus a lot of totally new content. Independence is fully compatible with Yellow Tools Modular Virtual Instruments Candy, Culture and Majestic and they plan to expand Independence continuously with more sound libraries. Additionally you can import WAV and AIFF files (up to 32bit/192kHz) and the Auto-Mapping Import feature lets you create your custom mappings in just a few seconds.

Main features:

Intuitive & easy-to-use multi-page user interface.
Unlimited number of Layers (multi-timbral).
Unlimited number of samples.
Unlimited polyphony.
RF-HDD ultra fast streaming technology.
Auto-RAM-Cleaner for optimal RAM usage.
Project, Layer Set and Layer search option.
Built-in mixer environment.
Flexible modifiers.
Over 50 custom tune models.
Unique multi dynamic legato mode.
Advanced multi-dynamic alternate mode.
Custom Auto-Mapping import.
Hi-res wave-from display.
Automatic groove recognition.
Sophisticated mapping editor.
Unique control of Layers, Alternates & Sections.
Host automation.
Over 30 insert filters & effects.
"ORIGAMI LE" impulse response engine.
Premium impulse response files "INSPIRED ACOUSTICS".
Unlimited number of BUS channels.
Unlimited number of Custom channels (virtual internal channels).
Unipolar & bipolar step modulator (128 STEPS).
Unipolar & bipolar free envelope (unlimited markers).
2 Keyswitch modes (global and Layer internal).
MIDI automation.
MIDI learn option.
Editable Layer notepad.
2 sync modes (host & internal tempo).
Realtime auto-sync.
Hundreds of editable presets.
Active and passive velocity range.
Intelligent polyphony management per key.
Detailed content browser.
Absolute and relative filter settings.
Detailed audio sample status bar.
2 pitch modes (hertz & semitones).
18GB sound library.
AKAI S1000/S3000 import. Further import formats are available with the "Translator - Independence Edition" from Chicken Systems.
Cross-platform & cross-host compatibility.
Expandable with sound and software extension.

Latest User Reviews Average user rating of 5.00 from 1 review

Reviewed By tomotello
March 31, 2014

I've used already Yellow Tools Independence 2, upgraded to version 3. But during the phase before the handover to Magix I've abandoned it and tried many other Samplers and find me after years back again with Independence. From my point of view this product is currently underestimated on the market. Let me try to bring it to the audience where it should be.
My deep respect for the developer.

Thomas.