In this edition of Classic Gear on a Budget, we look at VST emulators of classic Roland pieces including the 808, 909, 303, and Juno 60, including offerings from D16, AudioRealism, Puremagnetik, Samplephonics and TAL.
In our past articles on classic gear emulation, we’ve focused exclusively on hardware alternatives to the pieces of gear that helped shape electronic music as we know it. Often, software VSTs are more practical because of their affordability, easy incorporation into your DAW, and of course lack of physical footprint. On the other hand, many purists feel they lack the real sound and grit of analog (or the very least electrical) circuitry that only hardware provides. Regardless of which approach is better, software VST emulators are a good, cheap way to get familiar with the workflow and sound of those legendary pieces. That way, when (not if, but when) you decide to drop $4,000 on a used TR-808, you’ll know it like the back of your hand.
D16 Nepheton
D16 is a great company from Poland that earned a few spots on this list. They make accurate sounding VST versions of a wealth of classic equipment with intuitive interfaces inspired by the originals. Nepheton was one of their first creations and is a faithful sounding recreation of the Roland TR-808. This VST differs from many other 808 emulators in that it synthesizes all sounds so there’s no sample-work here. The software looks and functions very similarly to the original so if you’re familiar at all with the workflow of an 808, you should be able to jump right in. It features a built-in x0x-style sequencer and you can make Nepheton the master clock for your DAW. Nepheton also features several presets and is very intuitive and easy to edit. The only thing negative about this VST is the clap sounds a bit thin when compared to the original 808. Nepheton sells for $125 USD and is available on the D16 website.
AudioRealism ADM
AudioRealism’s ADM is one of the more versatile VSTs on this roundup, being a 606, 808 and 909 emulator in one. ADM contains 34 total sounds, 25 of which are synthesized and 9 of which are samples. Also certain drum hits have extended parameters from the originals, like the attack and tuning of the 606 kick drum. Parameter Locks are found on Elektron devices and you can assign each step in the sequencer to have independent parameter settings. For example, you could tell the “mangle” effect, a type of distortion, to only affect certain steps in the sequence. ADM goes for €95 on AudioRealism’s website.
Samplephonics 808
Samplephonics 808 is perhaps the best sample-based option for emulating the 808. The package requires a sample host like Kontakt but it’s more than just sample playback, it features a ton of parameters so you can get sounds faithful to the original. Developmental milestones young adults. The main package contains 4599 24 Bit Wav samples with multiple playback options including clean, direct to tape and overdriven tape. The samples were created using based using analog equipment including Chandler Germanium preamps, a Studer analog tape machine and a Neve desk. Samplephonics 808 also has a similar interface and workflow to the TR-808, with the signature built-in sequencer.
D16 Drumazon
Drumazon is one of the only 909 VST emulators out there and it happens to be pretty faithful in recreating what made the 909 special. Like the TR-909, Drumazon uses a hybrid sample and synthesis method of sound production; some sounds are samples, some are synthesized. It naturally shares much of the functionality of D16′s Nepheton including the step sequencer, flexible output routing and Roland-inspired UI. It also includes Roland-inspired shuffle and flam functions like the real thing. Drumazon also allows you to edit sound parameters, like tuning and decay, beyond what the original 909 allowed. Drumazon is available for $125 at D16′s website.
AudioRealism Bassline 2
Bassline 2 from Audiorealism is one of the original and highest rated VST emulators of the Roland TB-303. The latest version, released in 2007 includes an updated more realistic filter, cleaner bass tone, and a more consistent built-in distortion. Perhaps most interestingly about the Bassline 2 is an included feature called Pattern Analyzer that has the ability to analyze .wav files and generate bassline patterns from the audio. Kind of like Ableton’s Audio to Midi feature but released in 2007. Judging from the audio clips on AudioRealism’s website, the feature works well and is worth checking out. Bassline 2 is available on the AudioRealism website for €95.
Puremagnetik TeeBee
TeeBee from Puremagnetik is a great sample-based TB-303 option for Ableton Live, Kontakt or Logic. It very tightly integrated with Ableton Live in Sampler and includes macro controls to faithfully recreate the sound of the 303. Instead of relying on your DAW’s filter and envelope, Puremagnetik sampled the 303 at different filter and envelope stages to get a more authentic sound. The package also comes with looped phrases styled after classic 303 patterns to get those creative juices flowing. It’s also only $15 on their site so it’s great for the budget conscious and worth a shot for a minimal investment.
TAL-U-NO-62
Our favorite free VST developers, TAL offer another great piece of software with TAL-U-NO-62. This polyphonic virtual analog VST sounds remarkably close to the original Juno 60 synthesizer on which it’s modeled. It’s works really well with MIDI, has 20 Juno-style presets and a 24 dB low-pass filter modeled after the original. It also has the cool retro look of the Juno 60, you have to love those primary colors. TAL offers a stand-alone chorus effect plugin that emulates the Juno 60 chorus as well.
Do you have a favorite classic gear VST emulator that we didn’t include? Sound off in the comments below!
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Is your music lacking energy and power, but you don’t know how to fix it? In most cases, this means you’re probably lacking bass. Whether you’re at the club or at a rock concert, the soul of a track and what you feel is always the low-end, punch of the bass. Without it, a song would feel empty and weak. Getting the low-end right in your production can be the defining factor that either makes or breaks your track. So the question is, how do you get it right? The first step is indeed having the right source material, which means owning the right plugins for the job. Lucky for you, there’s a wide range of bass tools on the market which are specialized in all sorts of low-end variations. In this guide, we will outline the 15 best VST plugins in this category, ranging from multi-sampled instruments, synth basses, and futuristic bass solutions.
A Few Considerations
Before we get into the technical details, there are a few terms you need to get familiar with to fully understand the information below.
Multi-Sampled Instruments: these instruments are composed of many different samples and layers of the same instrument. For example, a piano would be sampled multiple times on the same note to capture the different velocities and timbres that each variation creates. One thing to be aware of: since these instruments are based off of a huge library of samples, they’ll often require lots of hard drive space, so it’s recommended that you install the libraries on an external hard drive. Because of the size, you also need to make sure the hard drive has a fast transfer speed, preferably with a thunderbolt cable or a USB 3.0. These are not cheap drives, so factor this into your budget when considering a VST with multi-sampled instruments. A lot of producers use the LaCie Rugged hard-drive which is very portable, fast, and durable. Software Synthesizer Instruments: synth-based plugins reproduce sounds using a variety of digital waveforms to recreate sounds of realistic instruments or modern bass sounds. These don’t require as much hard drive space and can, in most cases, be installed on your computer without needing to worry about extra storage. Synth Emulations: many of the tools on our list are attempts to reproduce the sound of famous hardware synths or real bass guitars. While it’s hard to exactly reproduce the sound and character of the original analog machines, some software developers have come really close to the point where it’s hard to tell the difference! The ones we have included are some of the best emulations of classic bass synths. Let’s now get into these 15 unique bass plugins!
15 Of The Best Bass VST Plugins in 2018
1.Trilianby Spectrasonics [299 USD]
Main Features:
One of the most comprehensive bass plugins on the market
Easy customization and user-friendly interface
Huge library of sounds (34 GB)
Over 200 effect parameters
Layer up to 8 patches
While it was released in 2009, Trillian is still one of the most versatile, advanced, and comprehensive bass plugins available on the market. This is because this tool has a huge library of acoustic basses and replicas of hardware synthesizers such as Moog, Yamaha CS-80, or Dave Smith Tetra. With over over 34 GB of sampled instruments, you won’t find a more comprehensive library of bass plugins on the market. All these instruments can also be expressed in different style variations like fingered, picked, fretless, slapped, muted, and many more. An incredible feature is the ability to combine up to eight different patches at the same time, all with their individual parameters and modulations. Whether you’re a beginner looking for some quick bass sounds, or an experienced sound designer looking for the most powerful plugin of this kind, anyone can make use of this versatile plugin! System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST, AU, and AAX. Download Demo/Listen
2.Substanceby Output [199 USD]
Main Features:
Unique 3-layer engine to create futuristic basslines
Four central macro sliders to control the main parameters in real time
Advanced arpeggiator
Preset menu with over 300 presets and smart tagging
Assign effects to each layer, or directly on the global tab
Output is famous for creating unconventional breakthrough plugins such as Exhale, Signal, and Analog Strings.
Substance is their new powerful bass engine. It’s engineered to combine heavily processed electric and acoustic basses with brass instruments, massive polysynths, and dirty analog synths, all into one instrument. If you’re passionate about creating new experimental and powerful sounds, this is the perfect tool for you. The secret behind this tool is the ability to combine up to three layers of a varied sound sources and blend them together with effects, filters, and modulations. Get ready to experiment! As a result, don’t expect this plugin to reproduce a realistic acoustic bass, but rather to push the boundaries of what’s been done with electronic bass design. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac. Runs in Kontakt or Free Kontakt player version 5.5.1 or higher. Download Demo/Listen
3.Bassline - 101 by TAL [60 USD]
Main Features:
Monophonic bass-synth emulation of the Roland SH 101
Self-oscillating 24 dB resoland lowpass filter, ADSR envelopes, LFO controls
Polyphonic 6 voice mode
Built-in arpeggiator and sequencer
300 presets at your fingertips
Back in 1982, Roland SH 101 gave us some amazing, punchy, and tight basslines. This excellent digital emulation beautifully captures the spirit of the original. Its oscillators produce a raw, analog inspired sound without the use of any samples. To complement the quality of the oscillators, the effects and filters add a smooth polish to model the sound to your taste. While being a monophonic tool, TAL also added a new polyphonic feature, which allows you to operate using up to six voices for a richer sound. While you shouldn’t expect to find the richness of a Minimoog or the sound of the original SH 101, it still packs lots of character and a solid sound for an affordable price. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST, AU, and AAX. Download Demo/Listen
4.Bass Line 3by Audiorealism [95 USD]
Main Features:
Affordable and powerful emulation of the Roland TB-303
Wave analyzer to transcribe your 303 patterns
Real-time randomizer
Hands-on approach by mapping parameters to a MIDI controller
As another plugin designed to emulate the iconic Roland TB-303, this digital alternative offers the same rich sound of the original. It also introduced new handy features such as the wave analyzer and randomizer. This tool allows you to have a hands-on approach, similar to the original, by mapping parameters like cutoff, resonance, and other familiar controls to your preferred MIDI controller. This is very handy if you plan to play live or record patterns and variations in real time. Even creating patterns on the step sequencer is extremely simple and intuitive. If you’re a fan of that acid 303 sound and are not ready to invest in a vintage one, this will be a reliable and quality alternative! System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST, AU, and AAX. Download Demo/Listen
5.SubBoomBass2by Rob Papen [99 USD]
Main Features:
Modern sound engine for deep low-ends
Unique waveforms derived from pitched down samples of different instruments
Easy Edit mode, ideal for fast tweaking and beginners
High quality presets offer unusual sounds
Onboard step sequences and Free Modulation mode
Engineered by world-class sound designer Rob Papen, SubBoomBass isn’t your traditional organic sounding bass plugin. With sounds generated from unusual waveforms, derived from pitched down samples, you can expect to achieve unique and deep low-end boom. On top of sporting basic VST options and effects, it introduces a new “Wave-Sequence” feature to open up new sonic possibilities for your sounds. Furthermore, it features a very useful “Easy Edit” which reduces the number of controls for fast tweaking and is ideal for beginner producers. You can also play with its step sequencer or the “Free Modulation mode”, which offers additional LFO’s and envelopes to assign to multiple parameters of your choice. If you make hip-hop, R&B, or any bass prominent genre, this plugin will be a solid addition to your arsenal. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST, AU, and AAX. Download Demo/Listen
6.Cyclopby Sugar Bytes [99 USD]
Main Features:
Unique wobble generator ideal for creating unusual evolving bass sounds
Monophonic engine
Deep editing and modulation controls
Gate sequencer, 16-step sequencer, and an automation recorder
Eight programmable FX slots
Cyclop is a monophonic digital Bass synth, engineered to produce fat and evolving digital-sounding basses. Its focus? Cutting-edge low-ends. The feature that stands out in this tool is the wobble knob, which allows you to choose from a selection of LFO shapes to modulate the synth and filter parameters at a tempo-synced rate. For additional tweaking and sound mangling, you can activate the 16-step sequencer or the automation recorder. Once you’re ready to take this plugin to new grounds, you can also start importing your own samples as wavetables! But don’t worry, if you’re not into deep editing, you can play with over 800 presets! System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST, AU, and AAX. Download Demo/Listen
7.Chris Hein Bassby Chris Hein [230 USD]
Main Features:
Over 12 GB of meticulously multi-sampled bass instruments
42 articulations to choose from and a mode to play chords
Eight built-in effects
Runs on Kontakt player
Because some instruments were made up using over 4,000 different samples in this plugin, you can expect a level of realism that is unmatched in any other software instrument. That’s because every single note was recorded over an over, catching different velocity levels, playing styles, possible variations, and artifacts that the player might produce.
What adds to the realism of these sampled real basses, is the variety of articulations and playing styles you can choose from, giving the listener the impression that it’s really played by a world-class bassist. You can expect to find an assortment of E-Basses, Fretless, and Upright Basses. While the engine is a little outdated (Kontakt 2, but runs on newer versions as well), and it doesn't include any synthetic sounds, we can’t deny that these basses sound authentic. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac. Runs in Kontakt or Free Kontakt player version 2 or higher. Download Demo/Listen
Crisp and detailed emulation of the Rickenbacker 4003 Bass, ideal for pop and rock
Choose between palm-muted and open picked playing modes for a realistic performance
Add unique Kontakt effect chains and the unique Jump Amp for additional power and crunch
As we enter the sphere of organic sounding basses, there’s no doubt the Scarbee series by Native Instruments is the best emulation on the market. Emulating the world famous Rickenbacker 4003, which is considered to have defined some of the best pop and rock records in history, this Kontakt multi-sampled instrument delivers the same character and versatility of the original instrument, while packing new sonic variations. The meticulously sampled instrument can be reproduced using multiple playing styles. Its sound is powered by a newly developed Guitar Rig Jump Amp and quality native Instruments, EQs, compressors, and saturators. If you’re looking for that authentic Rickenbacker sound for your pop, rock, and organic records, you can’t go wrong with this pick. Make sure to also check out other Scarbee variations by Native Instruments. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac. Runs in Kontakt or Free Kontakt player version 5 or higher. Download Demo/Listen
9.Phoscyonby D16 [59 USD]
Main Features:
One of the best Roland TB-303 emulations, ideal for acid bass sounds
Great tweaking potential compared to the original hardware, with additional parameter controls, sequencer, randomizer, and arpeggiator
Powerful distortion unit built-in
No matter what genre you make, the TB-303 has always been a classic bass-line synth to own because of its unique, acid, and raw sound. While many have tried to digitally emulate this iconic sound, few have come close. The D16 is certainly one of the best sounding emulations on the market. Just like the original, a mixture of saw and square waves make up the core engine with a clear 18 dB/ octave low-pass filter. What sets this tool apart from the original, and other reproductions, are a bunch of new interesting features which include a sequencer, arpeggiator, randomizer, and a gritty distortion unit. While this tool might not reproduce such a wide range of sounds like some of the other plugins on this list, it certainly does its job well to recreate the classic 303 character in a digital package, at an affordable price. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST and AU. Download Demo/Listen
10.ManyBassby Manytone [140 USD]
Main Features:
Features a 2.4 GB library of multisampled instruments, with a synth-style control engine
Sounds are split into deep, growl, and smooth variations, with multiple playing techniques
Load up to four different articulations, and switch between them seamlessly
Built in amplifiers and cabinet emulations as well as an effects rack
As the name hints, the ManyBass is an instrument designed to create cutting-edge bass guitar sounds. The ability to choose from multi-sampled basses, or begin with a raw waveform to make synthetic bass sounds make this tool very versatile. Something unique in this plugin is the ability to load up to four different articulations and switch between them using keyswitching or MIDI. To make these sounds sit nicely in your mix, you have a selection of amp and cabinet mutations and an effects rack to add an extra edge to your sound. Once you run out of options, you can also buy add-on packs with extra instruments. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST and AU. Download Demo/Listen
11.Bass Bundleby Ilya Efimov [275 USD]
(requires full version of Kontakt)
Main Features:
Includes five multi-sampled bass libraries
Up to 12 velocity levels per sample and multiple articulations per instrument
Choose between various types of amps and effects from the Kontakt engine (you won’t be able to use this plugin if you don’t own the full version of Kontakt)
User-friendly interface
If you’re not familiar with Ilya Efimov, he’s a film composer, producer, songwriter, and also jazz pianist. In his spare time, he likes to make top quality sampled instrument libraries. In this comprehensive bundle, you can expect to find emulations of a Fender Precision bass, a 1952 custom Fender, a custom 5-string studio bass from FBass, and other iconic bass models. With the ability to choose a variety of playing articulations and up to 12 velocity layers per sample, it'll be hard to tell the difference from a real-life performance. You can even opt-in to add fret and release noises! This is another quality purchase if you’re aiming for that realistic bass sound in your music, as if it was recorded live! System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac. Runs in full version of Kontakt 5.6 or higher. Download Demo/Listen
12.Shreddage Bass 2by Impact Soundworks [99 USD]
Main Features:
Custom-made 6-string electric bass ideal for heavier genres
Made up of over 11,000 samples and up to 32 samples per note
Virtual fretboard for visual feedback and deep tweaking
Custom built FX rack with amp cabinet simulations
Add finger noise, pop samples, and other artifacts to add realism to your performance
The name might hint that this electric bass emulation is most suited for rock and metal, but it might surprise you that it’s actually versatile and can be used for many other genres. If you leave the heavy amps and processing on the sound, you get one of the cleanest and warmest sounding electric basses on the market. Recorded with a handmade Muckelroy bass through the best tube preamp for maximum fatness and punch, you can expect this instrument to sound like the real thing. You can also customize it with an assortment of playing articulations, round robins, and velocity layers. You can even program it to play open, legato, muted, or staccato notes. Give it a shot if you’re looking for a premier electric bass with lots of character and realism! System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac. Runs in Kontakt or Free Kontakt player version 5.5.2 or higher. Download Demo/Listen
13.BASiSby Vir2 [100 USD]
Main Features:
Extensive 7 GB collection of electric, acoustic, and bass synth instruments, ideal for every genre and style
Playing modes and articulations are fully customizable
Built-in effects such as lo-fi, distortion, limiter, reverb, delays, and many more
Innovative legato tool and a customizable vibrato engine
BASiS is another comprehensive bass solution that packs a lot of power under its hood. It comes with a collection of over 7 GB of diverse basses, such as a Rickenbacker, P-Bass, Jazz Bass, Musicman basses, Upright, and slap basses. In addition, you can play with over 100 patches of synth basses. It’s super easy to use and there’s plenty of ways to customize your instruments and tone with multiple playing techniques and effects. Like many of its competitors, it also randomly adds fret noises, release samples, and other player imperfections to improve the realism of each instrument. While it’s not as comprehensive and massive as Trilian, it’s a very valid alternative for a fraction of the price.
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System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac. Runs in Kontakt or Free Kontakt player version 4 or higher. Download Demo/Listen
14.Modo Bassby IK Multimedia [299 USD]
Main Features:
12 classic electric bass guitar emulations at your fingertips
Because it’s a synth, it doesn’t require much storing space compared to multi-sampled instruments
Super easy to use and flexible to program
Finger, Pick, and Slap playing styles and adjustable playing strength, pick direction, slap style, left-hand positioning, player noises, and amount of muting.
While Modo Bass is a synth based instrument, you won’t be able to tell the difference from a recorded instrument when used in your mix. You can pick from 12 different classic electric bass emulations, all tweakable to the bone, in order to make it sound like the real thing is in your hands. You can find all features of other multi-sampled competitors, such as playing styles, slide, muting, pick position, vibrato, hand positioning, and player noises without the pain of having to carry around huge sample libraries. It’s hard to believe a synth can sound so close to a real instrument, but in this case IK Multimedia went beyond what has ever been done in this field. System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST, AU, and AAX. Download Demo/Listen
15.Ample Bass P Lite 2 by Ample Sound [FREE]
Main Features:
Easy solution for achieving groovy and rock-oriented sounds
Choose amongst over 12 different playing styles such as palm mute, slap, legato slide, for a more realistic feel
Emulation of the Fender Precision Bass
If you need a great sounding electric bass plugin that will simply do its job, and don’t want to invest in one of the other bigger libraries and smyths above, you can count on the free Ample Bass P Lite 2. Emulating the iconic Fender Precision Bass, it’s the perfect companion to more organic sounding genres such as pop, rock, and groovy styles. There are over 12 realistic articulations you can choose from, which give the sound a realistic feel. The engine also automatically adds ear-candy articulations such as slapping on the strings or body, and players noises (which adds to the realism). System Requirements: Available for Windows and Mac as VST, AU, AAX, or Standalone.
Conclusion
As you can see, there is a huge variety of Bass plugins on the market, all with their own strengths and unique features. By outlining them for you, we hope to have given you a good idea of which ones will be suitable for you. We recommend downloading the demos of the ones you want to test on your productions to really get a feel for their sound and potential before investing in them. Now we want to hear from you.. Which plugins are you using for your basses? Are there any others worth adding to the list? Let us know in the comment section below!
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Probably no synth has been cloned more times, both in hardware and software, than the Roland TB303.
But while excellent hardware 303 clones (FR777) have been available for years, virtual versions have never been completely satisfying.
AudioRealism‘s BassLine 2 changes that. It cranks out authentic 303 sounds, using a simple interface that will be familiar to 303 users
According to AudioRealism, “analog modeling techniques have been employed to create a DSP-algorithm that accurately emulates every aspect of the original Bass Line, from growling basses to hollow middles and beeping highs with metal rattling accents.”
While that may sound like typical marketing-speak, AudioRealism actually delivers.
Bass Line 2 creates all types of 303 sounds, it has a 303-like interface, it offers working techniques similar to the 303’s and it intelligently expands on the 303’s capabilities.
The only thing you’ll find missing is DIN-SYNC.
Enough blah, blah, blah, though.
Check out the samples below for a taste of what the BassLine 2 sounds like.
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Other features:
In addition to the great-sounding 303 emulation, BassLIne 2 has a few other tricks up its sleeve, including:
Standard or Analog-style tuning
Three styles of filter: 24dB, 18dB (303) &18dB Pure
A pattern analyzer that lets you read in audio bassline patterns and convert them to a BassLine 2 sequence.
A massive pattern library
My favorite extra is the Random function, which offers several options for randomizing your sequences. Hit the Random options a couple of times and you’re sure to come up with something strange.
If I could change anything on the Bass Line 2, it would be to provide more options for taking the synths’ sounds beyond the capabilities of the original TB303. For example – it would be nice to have the option to increase the range for the filter cutoff, or to have other types of distortion.
In other words, I’d like to see AudioRealism worry less about making this a faithful recreation of the 303, and more about making it an Uber-303.
That said – AudioRealism promises a faithful 303 emulation, and it delivers. This is the best virtual TB303 yet.
It’s available for 95 Eur, for Windows and Mac, VST & AU.
This video, via Bonedo, compares the Roland TB-03 to an original TB-303.
This is not intended to be a scientific or in-depth comparison, rather to offer a first impression of how the sound of the new 03 compares to an example of the 303 design.
First part: A simple 6-Step-Line including Accent, Slide, different notes and note lengths.
Second part: Realtime tweaking
Third part: Only Roland TB-03 demo, adding the internal effects
While this video focuses on comparing the sounds, the TB-03 has a variety of features that are lacking on the original, including MIDI support, USB audio & MIDI connectivity, effects and more.