Augmented WOODWINDS
Acoustic instruments reinvented
Augmented WOODWINDS unites dynamically sampled instruments with state-of-the-art synthesis in an intuitive and breathtaking interface, delivering a rich, reedy and redefined range of woodwind sounds - morph to your mood, from dark and denatured to bright and elegant.
Flutes, reeds and beyond
A dance between acoustic precision and synthetic drive - turn raw woodwind energy into orchestral dreamscapes, blissful flutters and epic sonic textures.
Expansive woodwind palette
Woodwinds but not as you know them - morph elemental solo Clarinet, Bassoon, English Horn and Flute, as well as ensemble recordings with 11 players.
Instant inspiration
Discover composition-ready wind textures and over 300 expertly-crafted presets - from evocative orchestral realism to experimental hybrid atmospheres.
Expressive morphing control
Effortlessly animate and transform woodwind layers from traditional acoustic timbres to experimental synthesis, all via intuitive Morph and macro controls.
Woodwind
instruments
From rich orchestral warmth to innovative hybrid soundscapes
Explore diverse woodwind sounds - 56 detailed articulations performed by an ensemble of clarinets, bassoons, oboes, flutes, contra-bassoons, bass clarinets, bass flutes, and piccolos, enhanced with creative processing and synthesis.
Solo woodwinds
Expressive solo performances, including clarinet, bassoon, English horn, and flute, ideal for emotional leads and melodies.
Orchestral woodwinds
Expressive ensemble articulations that blend seamlessly, delivering rich, dynamic textures for immersive scoring.
Experimental & Processed
Futuristic and abstract woodwind sounds, creatively processed through vintage FX and synthesis for distinctive sonic results.
Main features
Augmented WOODWINDS 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.
Capturing
magic
Augmented WOODWINDS delivers vibrant, authentic samples meticulously captured over two dedicated sessions on an acclaimed orchestral scoring stage in Eastern Europe.
Eleven accomplished musicians performed solos and ensembles across instruments including clarinets, bassoons, oboes, flutes, and their extended ranges. Using premium Millennia preamps and a variety of high-end microphones, each articulation was recorded with extraordinary depth and realism.
Woodwind presets
that deliver
Instantly access evocative and ready-to-use woodwind sounds
Augmented WOODWINDS offers hundreds of presets spanning lush orchestral timbres, dense synthetic textures, atmospheric hybrids, and everything in between.
CLASSIC
Agios
An hybrid, orchestral woodwinds. Morphing allows you to move from an ensemble of woodwinds to a more synthetic sound reminiscent of a choir.
Andromeda's Voices
Soft flute patch that enhanced with a vocal layer.
HYBRID
Autumn
Soft and clean mix between Synth and Clarinet.
Noisy Swell
An acoustic natural woodwind swells with granulation that morphs into a rhythmic and noisy field.
SYNTHS
Reedemption
Long and lush atmospheric woodwinds with foleys textures.
Unity
Like a dual split presets with two distinct timbre between low and high range can be play in a same time and morph to a more modulated synthetic one.
Hear it
in action
Morning Dew
Richard Veenstra
An organic cinematic track with percussion and harp that features various hybrid sounds from Augmented Woodwinds. All kinds of different presets were used for this track, including clarinets, oboes and flutes.
My World
Jack Nelson
A vibrant modern pop piece showcasing the real samples of Augmented WOODWINDS.
Solaris
The Solos
Cinematic trailer track driven by rhythmical woodwinds ensemble. Inspired by Blockbuster soundtracks.
Woodwind Drive
Rob Martland
An evolving electronic piece showcasing the granular engine and hybrid capabilities of Augmented WOODWINDS.
No, you
Raven Bush
A classical orchestral track creating a light, airy atmosphere. All woodwind ensembles comes from Augmented Woodwinds sounds.
Autumn Forest
Jazzy James
An organic orchestral lofi piece in which all harmonic and melodic elements are covered by Augmented Woodwinds.
Artist
Corner
Gustavo Bravetti
"Arturia takes a giant leap with Augmented Woodwinds, showcasing superior sample quality that's both cinematic and inspiring. The woodwind samples seamlessly blend with the synth engines, producing a rich, evocative sound palette. Numerous presets offer quick usability, making it a versatile asset for various musical genres. Its cinematic allure sets a new benchmark in the Augmented series, making it a highly recommendable choice for those eager to explore the realms of both the organic and the synthesized. I focused on harnessing the instrument's detailed samples and dynamic velocity layers, creating rich, responsive sounds. My exploration led to cinematic expressions, authentic soundscapes perfect for film scoring, and some quirky sonic experiments. I invested additional time in fully optimizing the Macro controls, granting users the agility to alter sounds effectively in real-time, ensuring the results remain useful and musical."
Ed Ten Eyck
"The main strengths to me are the ability to assign multiple parameters from different engines to the Morph knob and doing so with a well laid out, easy to use modulation system. My approach this time was to start by choosing two samples for the Sample engines then choosing two synth engines. Afterwards I dialled in the synth engine sounds a bit then assigned all Morph knob modulations to them, then adjusted filter settings. From there I assigned FX and Movement modulations, adjusting volume and re-adjusting previous assignments along the way. "
Quentin Feuillard
"The samples inside and the presets engines are the must have to get inspiration. The intuitiveness of the Morph parameter to blend your two creations and the evolving capacities with macros and modulators give you an infinite possibilities ! The MPE in that type of product push his expressivity to the maximum !"
Quentin Feuillard
"Listening the engines and the content give me the first idea, and I develop the rest with all modulators. The macros definition is very important to change drastically the sound with some knobs tweaking."
Included in
V Collection 11 Pro
This instrument is part of V Collection Pro - a premium suite of software instruments designed for unparalleled sonic exploration.
From authentically modeled keyboards to hybrid synth engines and beautifully captured acoustic sounds, every instrument is enhanced for today’s production workflow - V Collection delivers the greatest keys of all time.
The features
you need
In-App Tutorials
Integrated in-app tutorials guide you through every aspect of the instrument, from individual parameters to tips from our sound designers, so you can focus on the creative stuff. It shouldn't be this easy, but it is!
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Main Features
Virtual Instruments playable in a DAW (Live, FL Studio, Logic,...) or standalone with a MIDI keyboard.
Dynamic hybrid woodwind instrument
2 Layers within each preset; each layer contains 2 customizable sound sources
Detailed woodwinds sample library with expressive solo and orchestral articulations
Contra Bassoon, Bassoon, Bass Clarinet, Clarinet, Oboe, English Horn and Flute
Close and Far Mics
56 articulations
Uniquely processed samples using FX hardware
Dynamic sampler for additional textures
Flexible synth engines
Virtual analog with our award winning TAE® technology
Granular engine producing Warp, glitch and stretch sounds
Harmonic engine based on additive synthesis
Wavetable engine with look up table for more abrasive digital sounds
Simpler (impacts, noise, and more)
Morph control blends between Layers A and B, with endless modulation possibilities
7 macros: Time, Color, Motion, FX A, FX B, Reverb, Delay.
2 LFOs, 2 Function Generators, 2 Random sources, 4 Keyboard mod sources, plus vibrato and tremolo with synced tempo.
Intuitive modulation system with drag-and-drop assignment, and unified multi-tab UI.
2 FX slots per layer with 16 FX including ParamEQ, Bitcrusher, BL-20 Flanger, and more
Built-in 16-step arpeggiator with Chance lane and Auto Regen for evolving patterns
MPE compatibility
MTS-ESP ODDSOUND microtuning compatibility
Over 300 factory presets included
Platform Specifications
Windows
Win 10+ (64bit)
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost)
6 GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
ARM processors not supported on Windows
Required configuration
Works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS (64-bit DAWs only).
Apple
Mac OS 11+
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) or M1 CPU
6 GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
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