Excite Audio have just released the latest instalment in their Evolve series, which has been developed in collaboration with sound designer and music maker Nest Acoustics. Combining foley, nature and field recordings with analogue synthesis, the new sample-based instrument delivers what the company have coined a “modern botanica sound palette”.
Evolve Nest Acoustics is built around a four-layer sound engine, with each layer capable of hosting either a sample-based instrument or synth oscillator; a collection of 250 sample sources are included, and users are free to import their own custom samples. Control over the playback direction, tone and key-tracking parameters is provided for sample-based layers, while synth sources are equipped with oscillator shape and unison de-tuning controls; all sources then benefit from pitch, fine-tuning, velocity sensitivity, panning and volume controls.
Excite Audio have implemented a generous selection of modulation capabilities, all of which promise simple configuration and provide reactive visual feedback. There are 12 sources in total, including six envelopes (ADSR with delay and hold), two LFOs with retriggering and offset parameters, velocity and key-tracking with adjustable curves, and the X and Y positions of the instrument’s X-Y pad control. Some onboard effects are included, too, with four specially tailored macro effects joined by dual filters and a set of three rearrangeable effects slots that offer a choice of 16 processors.
Key Features
- Blend four layers of samples or synths using the powerful quad-engine.
- Morph sounds in real time with the expressive X-Y pad.
- Get instant creative sparks with one-click randomisation.
- Import your own samples and build entirely custom patches.
- Modulate anything with drag-and-drop envelopes, LFOs and X-Y controls.
- Shape and polish your sound with botanica-inspired macro effects.
- Tweak your tone with dual filters and a rearrangeable three-slot effects chain.
- Explore 250 genre-spanning presets or create from scratch.
Compatibility
Evolve Nest Acoustics is supported on PCs running Windows 7 or above, and Macs running macOS 10.15 and later. VST, VST3, AU and AAX plug-in versions are available.
Pricing & Availability
Evolve Nest Acoustics is available now, priced at $£29 including VAT.
