Arturia Augmented WOODWINDS Virtual Instrument, Download

Augmented Series 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.

MPE support for enhanced expression:
Unlock nuanced polyphonic control for more dynamic, lifelike performances and tactile sound design.

Hybrid engine combining sampling & synthesis:
Enjoy detailed acoustic samples alongside Virtual Analog, Granular, Wavetable, and Harmonic engines.

Quality, cinematic-ready presets:
Instantly access an inspiring library of mix-ready sounds, from classic tones to experimental textures.

Intuitive modulation & macro controls:
Shape any sound in seconds with assignable macros, drag-and-drop modulation, and a clear, streamlined interface.

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.

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)