Arturia Augmented Woodwinds Plugin

Arturia Augmented WOODWINDS: Hybrid Acoustic and Synthesised Woodwinds

Augmented Woodwinds is a dynamic hybrid instrument that fuses deeply sampled acoustic performances with imaginative synthesis, giving composers and producers a powerful new way to explore the expressive world of woodwind sound. Crafted from meticulously captured solo and ensemble sessions, it offers an expansive palette ranging from warm orchestral timbres to futuristic processed textures. Each preset blends two fully customisable layers, allowing seamless transitions between natural woodwind tones and synthetic character via intuitive Morph and macro controls. With over three hundred ready-to-use presets, detailed articulations, and a wealth of modulation options, it invites instant creativity for scoring, production and sound design. Whether seeking cinematic realism, atmospheric hybrids or experimental colours, Augmented Woodwinds delivers a flexible and immersive toolset refined for modern workflows. Enhanced further by a rich selection of synthesis engines, onboard effects, expressive MPE support and an integrated arpeggiator, it provides depth and versatility while remaining accessible through a clean, unified interface. Designed to inspire from the first note, it is a comprehensive solution for those wanting to explore woodwinds beyond traditional boundaries.

Features

• Hybrid Acoustic and Synthetic Engine:
  Blend authentic woodwind recordings with multiple synthesis engines to create expressive, evolving textures suitable for orchestral scoring and contemporary production.
• Expressive Morph and Macro Controls:
  Shape sound quickly using assignable macros and a central Morph control, enabling fluid movement between contrasting tonal layers and performance styles.
• Extensive Preset Library:
  Access over three hundred curated presets offering orchestral warmth, atmospheric hybrids and experimental soundscapes ready for instant creative use.

Detailed Woodwind Articulations:

Augmented Woodwinds provides access to a rich collection of solo and ensemble articulations covering clarinets, bassoons, oboes, flutes and their extended ranges. Recorded on a respected Eastern European scoring stage, the sessions capture expressive nuance with both close and far microphone options. These detailed performances offer the flexibility to craft authentic melodic lines, orchestral layers and atmospheric beds with ease. Solo instruments lend themselves to emotional leads and intimate scoring, while ensemble articulations bring depth and cohesion to cinematic arrangements. Enhanced with additional processing and synthesis, the library supports traditional scoring as well as more adventurous sound design approaches.

Hybrid Sound Design Flexibility:

The instrument’s dual-layer architecture allows users to combine sampled woodwinds with a wide choice of synthesis engines, including virtual analogue, wavetable, granular, harmonic and simpler sources. This structure encourages experimentation, enabling movement from organic timbres to abstract textures within a single preset. Modulation is handled through an intuitive drag-and-drop system supported by LFOs, random generators and function tools, giving users fine control over motion and dynamics. The comprehensive macro system makes it easy to evolve sounds in real time, ideal for performance, composition or creating signature hybrid tones that sit seamlessly in modern productions.

Integrated Tools for Modern Workflows:

Augmented Woodwinds is designed for smooth integration into contemporary studio environments. It includes MPE compatibility for enhanced expressive control, microtuning support, and a versatile arpeggiator featuring chance-based sequencing for evolving rhythmic patterns. Built-in effects, including classic modulation processors, EQs and creative tools, allow sound shaping without leaving the instrument. A resizable interface and streamlined preset browser ensure efficient navigation, while in-app tutorials guide both new and experienced users through features and creative techniques. Whether used in a DAW or in standalone mode, it provides a responsive, intuitive platform for crafting complex, expressive soundscapes.

Specifications

• Dynamic hybrid woodwind instrument with dual-layer architecture
• Over three hundred factory presets
• 56 solo and ensemble articulations
• Contra bassoon, bassoon, bass clarinet, clarinet, oboe, English horn and flute samples
• Close and far microphone positions
• Virtual analogue, wavetable, granular, harmonic and simpler synthesis engines
• Two LFOs, two function generators and two random sources
• Drag-and-drop modulation system
• Seven assignable macro controls
• Two effects slots per layer with sixteen effect types
• Built-in sixteen-step arpeggiator with chance lane
• MPE and microtuning compatibility
• Works in Standalone, VST, Audio Unit and AAX formats
• Requires Windows 10 or later, or macOS 11 or later
• Approximately six gigabytes of storage required