What is Studio 3.5 MAX ?
Total Studio 3.5 MAX is the recently updated and most extensive edition yet of IK MULTIMEDIA’s popular software suite for music creation. Version 3.5 adds SampleTron 2, all 4 virtual X-GEAR pedals for AmpliTube, 8 new SampleTank libraries and 6 new T-RackS modules to keep the collection complete.
With a massive 143 included products, Total Studio 3.5 MAX covers every stage of music production: composing, producing, designing, mixing, mastering and playing. With over 470 GB of sounds plus 497 FX and 63 plug-ins, Total Studio 3.5 offers a complete solution for creating music in virtually any style.
It’s everything, except a DAW. There are three main categories in this bundle: Virtual Instruments, Guitar & Bass Tone, and Mixing & Mastering.
Let’s see what's in the box...
SampleTank 4
Another IK software staple, SampleTank 4 gives you all the instruments you need, From idea inception to execution and tone shaping, in a wide range of styles, genres and sounds. For a newbie, the sheer amount of sounds and customization is overwhelming at first. However, the layout is straightforward to pick up on, and then you are good to go.
SampleTron 2
This application combines the powerful sound engine of SampleTank 4 with great tape modeling technology to recreate the distinctive sounds of tape-based samplers from the ‘60s and ‘70s, along with some early digital sample players and vocoders. For example , you’ll find a vintage Mellotron.
Syntronik Deluxe:
Another flagship IK Multimedia collection, a virtual synthesizer with great sound and flexibility. It recreates the sound of 44 legendary hardware synths and string machines.
Hammond B-3X:
Captures the authentic sound and vibe of the legendary Hammond B-3. I found the Hammond B-3X to be very authentic and raw. The ‘Cabs’ section allows complete customization of the Leslie amp and cabinet.
Miroslav Philharmonik 2
A longtime flagship product for IK, Miroslav Philharmonik 2 is a complete orchestral sample collection with a truly expressive sound. It lends the sound of lush strings and bright brass to any project. In all the symphonic virtual instruments that I have used, Philharmonik 2 is the one I prefer for its quality and ease of use.
MODO BASS
This is a completely new breed of instrument that delivers realism and sound with the convenience of a plug-in virtual instrument.
MODO DRUM
This virtual instrument also delivers realistic and authentic tracks, with a high level of control over every aspect.
Thus, the combination of MODO DRUM and MODO BASS delivers a great-sounding rhythm section for songwriting and home production purposes.
AmpliTube 5 MAX
AmpliTube 5 delivers 129 new pieces of gear for a total of over 400 models, plus a re-imagined cabinet section and improved power amp/speaker cab interaction. In this plug-in, you will get artist and brand collections, including the excellent AmpliTube Brian May, the AmpliTube Joe Satriani, Dimebag Darrell CFH and AmpliTube Leslie, plus new virtual X-GEAR pedals. AmpliTube is a go-to for guitarists and bassists when they need realistic amplifier modeling.
T-RackS 5
In addition to the 38 processors found in T-RackS 5 MAX, you will get 13 more including Comprexxor, Sunset Sound Studio Reverb, T-RackS Leslie, T-RackS Space Delay, all 4 versions of Tape Machine, all 4 versions of the TASCAM Tape Collection and FAME Studio Reverb. Whether it is used as a mastering solution, or as a collection of plug-ins for mixing, T‑RackS 5 accomplishes a lot very well, and misses very little.
ARC System 3
This app measures your room across a 3D space around the listening position, identifying problematic issues without trying to over-process the sound. The result is a natural-sounding correction.
MixBox
This bundle packs over 72 award-winning mixing processors and creative effects derived from T-RackS, AmpliTube and SampleTank into a convenient plug-in. You can create, compare and save your own custom channel strips or multi-FX chains.
Lurssen Mastering Console
This plug-in aims to faithfully recreate Mastering Engineer Gavin Lurssen’s workflow, which has made him a Grammy winner in his field. With it, you get a mastering processor chain that reflects the settings used in the studio while mastering hip-hop, rock, pop etc.
Conclusion
I feel IK Multimedia’s Total Studio 3 MAX bundle is a great value to any music production studio. But make sure you have enough space on your system to install everything. The sounds will get your inspiration going, and you’ll have all the tools you need to mix and master.
Pricing
Total Studio 3.5 MAX is available now for purchase from the IK Multimedia online store at a special limited-time introductory price of $599.99 (reg. $999.99).
There are crossgrade offers for existing IK Multimedia product owners, too.
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