Alongside their flagship self-titled sound-design platform, Sound Particles offer an array of creative effects and software instruments that specialise in spatial audio. Their latest release combines panning with step sequencing, making quick work of creating all manner of tempo-sync’ed stereo and immersive effects.
Unlike traditional panning tools that offer a simple set of tools for adding movement, Beat Panner equips users with detailed control over the position of their sources within the stereo field — or anywhere around the listener, in the case of immersive rigs. Its built-in sequencer offers up to 32 steps, with each step offering total control over the position of the incoming signal; transitions can be instant or gradual, and it’s even possible to introduce subtle movements within each step, or dial in position variations to keep repeating sequences sounding fresh.
A wealth of visual feedback is provided, with positional information for both stereo and immersive sources shown on a large visualiser display. There’s a built-in mixer that offers level control for all of the plug-in’s output channels, and a Virtual Centre parameter helps to keep the centre channel empty to leave room for the likes of lead instruments — or dialogue for those working in post-production.
Key Features
- Step-Based Sequencing: Create your movement patterns with up to 32 steps per channel.
- Multi-pattern Creativity: Jump between four independent sequence patterns in a single instance for variation and contrast. Your chorus can now shine with a completely different energy than your verses.
- Organic Variation: Choose between smooth transitions or sharp, rhythmic jumps. Float, divergence and subtle movement tools keep sequences alive and unexpected.
- Spatial Control: Built-in mixer with virtual centre control and multiple stereo and 3D views to visualise and position your creativity in space.
- Preset & Inspiration Tools: Choose from dozens of professional presets or use the Random Dice tool to explore endless combinations.
- Multi-channel Support: Supports mono, stereo and more than 30 multichannel formats, including 5.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.4, 9.1.6, IMAX 12.0, NHK 22.2 and 360 RA.
“Most panners place sound. Beat Panner performs it. We wanted to create a tool where rhythm, motion and space interact seamlessly.” - Nuno Fonseca, Founder & CEO, Sound Particles
Compatibility
Beat Panner is supported on PCs running Windows 10 or higher, and Macs running macOS 10.15 and above. VST3, AU and AAX plug-in versions are available.
Pricing & Availability
Beat Panner is available now, and is currently (3 June 2026) being offered at an introductory price of $149, reduced from its full cost of $199.
