Product Description

Offering 2 GB of additional new material, more than 1,700 sounds and a total of 6.5GB of samples on 2 DVDs, the new SampleTank 2.1 is more extensive and diverse than ever before! SampleTank 2.1 features more multi-sampled instruments, loops, phrases, percussion, traditional instruments, world percussion loops and a wider range of electronic and acoustic instruments in every category and style.

Features:

- Enhanced Stretch engine with separate algorithms for multisampled note and phrase sounds with additional timbral control features
- Improved Pitch-Shift/Time-Stretch now includes grain control for better compatibility with a wider range of sounds
- Now available as a stand-alone application, for immediate playing, so you don't have to launch a host application to use the program
- The ability to create complex 16 part splits and layers with new Range controls
- New synth engine features with Syncable LFOs, 16 assignable stereo outputs and more
- 16 part multi-timbral sound module with layering capability
- Re-mastered and enlarged sound set with 6.5GB Library on 2 DVDs, over 1700 sounds
- Works both as a standalone application and as a plug-in
- Newly expanded 16 stereo outputs
- Mix view and full mix parameters control
- 3 synth engines: Newly enhanced Stretch, Pitch-shift/Time-stretch and traditional Resampling
- New Range Controls for creating complex splits and layers
- Total sound editing features with full access to 50 Synth-Sampler engine controls
- BPM Syncable LFOs and Portamento feature
- Loop Sync feature for precision and flexibility
- Zone feature for single sample accurate editing
- 32 built-in DSP effects, up to 5 per channel
- Full MIDI controllable, responding to MIDI Program change
- Imports WAV, AIFF, SDII, AKAI S-1000/3000 and SampleCell formats
- User preset and module save features, also a convenient back up function
- Customizable keywords and sound search function with integrated sounds database
- 256 notes polyphony
- Customizable display colors
- Available as VST, RTAS, DXi, AU
- For MacOS X, Windows XP

All SampleTank 2.0 L/XL customers will receive a free downloadable update to SampleTank 2.1's application. SampleTank 2.0 XL customers who purchased before January 20th, 2005 can upgrade to the new plug-in for free and take advantage of a limited time offer to get the new sound set (available on 2 DVDs) for $99 directly from IK Multimedia.

SampleTank L customers who purchased before January 20th, 2005 can upgrade to the new plug-in for free and take advantage of a limited time offer to get the new sound set for $199. Also, SampleTank 2.0 XL customers who registered after January 20th, 2005 are eligible for a free upgrade to the new DVDs of sounds by simply filling out an online form. For more information please visit the IK Multimedia website.

Stretch (Sampletank Time REsynthesis TeCHnology) gives complete sonic control over the tempo, pitch and harmonics of samples. No more "chipmunk sounding" transposition, no more loops and phrases out of sync, no more limitations in musical expression.

Multisamples Like You've Never Heard Before
Multisampled instruments with Stretch deliver amazing realism and expression. Your performances come to life with true glide, bending, staccato and vibrato with an incredibly rich, vibrant and natural quality. Plus, pushing Stretch to the limit can take you to a whole new world of unheard sonic territories.

Loops Become Playable Instruments
The Pitch-Shift/Time-Stretch allows to sync any loop to the sequencer tempo and sync various loops together with a single click. Slow loop tempos close to zero without affecting the pitch or have your loop tuned or singing by changing its picth in real time without changing its tempo. Play loop phrases with chords in sync and run them through filters and effects for the first time in a virtual instrument. Only SampleTank 2 allows you to use loops as an instrument with unlimited expression.

Easy for Every Musician to Use
All of this power is packed in a musician friendly interface and everything you need right in front of you. SampleTank 2 makes it easy to access more than 50 new synth-engine parameters including multi-mode filters, envelopes, LFOs and more for your own patch creation.

Instantly Compatible with Every Platform
SampleTank 2 is available for Mac 0S9, Mac 0SX and Windows, VSTi, DXi, RTAS, MAS and Audio Units all from the same box.

Unlimited World of Sounds
The widest selection of hi-quality playable sounds you cannot find anywhere else. SampleTank 2 XL includes 8 CDs, more than 1,500 sounds for more than 4.5GB of samples. A multitude of Bass, Drums, Guitars, Orchestral, Ethnic, Organs, Percussion, Pianos, Strings, Brass, Vocals, Synths and Loops. SampleTank 2 XL gives you the inspiration for top quality composition and production right out of the box.

An Effects Powerhouse
SampleTank 2 is the only sample-based virtual instrument to have over 30 high quality DSP effects built-in to the module. With 5 effects per instrument channel, the ability to sound like a produced album instantly sets Sampletank 2 apart from all other virtual instruments. Included are effects from our award winning AmpliTube and T-Racks plug-ins, plus 12 stage phasers, flangers, chorus, delay, reverb, rotary, tremolo... all saved with the sound for instant recall!

Fully Expandable
SampleTank 2 allows you to import WAV, AIFF, SDII samples, AKAI(r) S1000-3000 and SampleCell instruments directly from the plug-in. Plus there are currently more than 5,000 native Sampletank sounds available from select world-class sound designers including Sonic Reality, AMG and Masterbits.

16 Layerable Multitimbral Parts
A stream-lined interface complete with light-speed control over SampleTank's 16 multitimbral parts. Instant access to MIDI channel, Solo, Mute, Polyphony, Volume and Pan.

Save and Exchange Song Data Using the Same Sounds
With SampleTank 2 you can save every setting for making you own exclusive patches and presets. You can also exchange sounds and SampleTank 2 sessions in any sequencer, Mac or PC, giving you the ability collaborate with musicians on any system.

You Want MIDI Control
Every parameter in SampleTank 2 is MIDI controllable for optimal interactive performance. From MIDI program change to full automation and total recall, SampleTank 2 delivers the performance features musicians need the most. zZounds is an authorized dealer of IK Multimedia products.

Suggested System Requirements
iLok compatible

Macintosh
Power Macintosh G4, with MacOS8.6 or later, 512MB of RAM, 1024x768 screen thousands of color, 4.5GB of hard-disk space.

Windows
Intel Pentium IV with Windows 2000 /XP, 512MB of RAM, 1024x768 screen thousands of color, 4.5GB of hard-disk space.

All SampleTank 2.0 L/XL customers will receive a free downloadable update to SampleTank 2.1's application. SampleTank 2.0 XL customers who purchased before January 20th, 2005 can upgrade to the new plug-in for free and take advantage of a limited time offer to get the new sound set (available on 2 DVDs) for $99 directly from IK Multimedia.

SampleTank L customers who purchased before January 20th, 2005 can upgrade to the new plug-in for free and take advantage of a limited time offer to get the new sound set for $199. Also, SampleTank 2.0 XL customers who registered after January 20th, 2005 are eligible for a free upgrade to the new DVDs of sounds by simply filling out an online form. For more information please visit the IK Multimedia website.