Aethereal: A Majestic Synthesizer of Ambient Worlds
Experience the magic of sound that evolves, unfolding in space and time. Aethereal by Psychic Modulation is not just a virtual instrument; it’s a true vector synthesizer, created specifically for those who seek to explore the boundless depths of atmospheric soundscapes and create textures that live their own lives. Forget about static sounds; Aethereal invites you on a journey into a world of flowing, ever-changing, and captivating audio landscapes.
Create deep, layered pads that slowly transform, or dynamic, rhythmic textures that pulse in time with your music. Aethereal provides all the necessary tools to bring your ambient ideas to life, sound unique, and captivate the listener from the first notes.
The Heart of Aethereal: Sound Sources and Oscillators
The foundation of Aethereal’s sound is its rich library of over 100 built-in sampled sounds. This diversity includes both classic synthesizer timbres and atmospheric pads, vocal textures, and unique sound effects. This collection is the perfect starting point for creating your unique sound.
The plugin is equipped with four wave oscillators. Each of them can load any of the available samples and has its own independent amplitude envelope generator. This allows you to precisely control the dynamics of each layer of sound individually. These oscillators are divided into two sections that can be routed to separate output audio channels of your DAW. This routing flexibility opens the door to more complex mixing and processing techniques.
Innovative Modulation Capabilities
The true power of Aethereal is revealed in its advanced modulation capabilities, which allow you to breathe life into your sounds:
4-Way TransMixer
This unique tool allows you to smoothly transition between four different sounds or their combinations. You can make these transitions manually, automatically via modulation, or set a fixed sequence of transitions from one sound to another. This is the perfect way to create evolving soundscapes where textures subtly transform over time.
Multi-Vector
Multi-Vector uses the concept of an X/Y plane for complex parameter modulation. It has three position points, each of which can be assigned to two different parameters simultaneously. Moving the point within the vector grid along the X and Y axes controls the corresponding assigned parameters. This modulation method allows you to create non-linear and interconnected changes in sound, adding complexity and unpredictability.
16-Step Modulation Sequencer
To create rhythmic and cyclical modulations, Aethereal offers a 16-step sequencer. It can be used to modulate a variety of parameters, including filter and pitch. This allows you to add movement and dynamics to your ambient textures, creating hypnotic patterns.
In addition, the synthesizer has three additional modulation envelopes that can be assigned to various parameters for further sound shaping.
Filtering and Effects
For the final polishing of the sound, Aethereal is equipped with two filter sections. Each section has its own envelopes, inverters, gain compensation, and multi-mode modes. This provides ample opportunities to shape the tonal character of the sound, from soft cuts to aggressive resonant effects.
Completing the processing chain is a dual stereo delay (delay) section, which allows you to add spatial depth and echo effects. The ability to independently process the left and right channels in the delay section expands creative possibilities.
Convenience and Expression
Aethereal is designed with the needs of musicians in mind. It supports the assignment of functions to the pitchbend and modwheel, which allows you to add expression in real-time during performance.
For a quick start and demonstration of the plugin’s capabilities, it comes with 64 ready-made presets that demonstrate its ability to create a variety of atmospheric sounds.
Conclusion
Aethereal by Psychic Modulation is a powerful and flexible tool for sound designers and musicians working in the genres of ambient, new age, film music, or anywhere deep, evolving, and atmospheric sounds are needed. Its unique combination of sampled sources, vector modulation, sequencing, and quality effects makes it a valuable addition to any virtual studio.
Immerse yourself in the world of Aethereal and discover new horizons of sonic possibilities!
