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IK Multimedia Modo Bass 2 Mac PC Software Instrument eLicense CR

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$149.99
  • Model: IKMMD-BASS2-DDC-IN
  • Manufactured by: IK Multimedia

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IK Multimedia Modo Bass 2 Mac PC Software Instrument Crossgrade eLicense

Upgrade for owners of any registered iK Multimedia Product over $99

This product is delivered by download. We have an excellent relationship with IK Multimedia and should receive the license code to complete your order within 24 hours. However, if you're ordering after 6:00PM PT weekdays or on weekends, we'll process your order the next business day.

The first physically modeled electric bass goes next level

MODO BASS 2 is the expanded edition of IK’s industry-first physically modeled bass virtual instrument, adding 8 new basses, including new fretless and upright options, a new patterns section with tons of new grooves, advanced performance controls and more ways to enter the MODO BASS world.

As producers, we all know how important it is to have a great-sounding bassline. On-call 24/7, MODO BASS 2.0 offers the realism and sound of a sought-after instrument being played by a master musician, but with the convenience of a plug-in virtual instrument.

Features:

  • Groundbreaking real-time modal synthesis technology
  • Up to 22 basses including new double basses and fretless models
  • Advanced performance algorithms for incredible realism
  • Adjust every element of any bass: strings, neck, body, electronics, even go fretless*
  • Control the entire act of playing bass – play style, hand position
  • New patterns section with grooves indistinguishable from the real thing
  • New Custom Shop and SE versions let you add new basses any time

Real Time Sound Synthesis

MODO BASS is still the first and only technology of its kind that models the entire process of playing bass. Unlike traditional sample-based virtual instruments, MODO BASS uses modal synthesis technology to breathe life into your bass tracks.

Modo Bass details

MODO BASS recreates each string’s response to the action of the “player" on certain areas of the string surface, and the interaction of the string with the fretboard, body and pickups of the bass instrument. Then using IK’s analog modeling expertise, the amp and effects of an electric bass rig is added to the sound chain.

All of this gives MODO BASS the ability to create sound in real time providing you the ever-changing, hyper-realistic bass sound you need. And since it doesn’t use samples, you’ll have more hard-drive space for your music.

22 models for a limitless variety of bass sounds

MODO BASS 2.0 includes the 14 original iconic basses plus 8 exciting new ones to cover any style of music. You’ll find 6 new eclectic models, including 2 legendary fretless basses plus 2 double-bass instruments. And with the power of MODO you can turn any standard bass into a fretless* model for even more sonic options.

Expand your grooves

The new PATTERNS section offers smart filters to browse by genre, song section, length, time signature and more. You can instantly audition any pattern to quickly find what you need, whether it’s the backbone of a full song or just a handy solo lick to lead into your next song section. All patterns were performed by pro bass players with a groove and feel in MODO BASS that are indistinguishable from the real thing.

Fingerboard Type — Fretless freedom

Want to give your bass track a lift? Try going fretless. MODO BASS 2 adds the ability to make any bass in your collection a fretless* model. It’s an impressive feature you won’t find anywhere else, instantly adding a distinctive vibe to your bass sound without the intonation challenges players face on a fretless. Explore the tonal possibilities of this game-changing new control.

 

Play Style — Choose your approach

With the Play Style options, you can choose and modify the way you approach and play the instrument. You can also adjust “where” you play on the strings.

Finger — is one of the most common ways to bring out inspiring bass tones

Slap — is the act of “slapping” and “pulling” the bass strings with the thumb and fingers

Pick — offers settings for pick thickness and picking style, downstroke or alternating

Mute — can be applied to any playing style, another premier in software instruments

Control — The Bass Players’ Script

MODO BASS also gives you MIDI control of critical parameters that you can automate in real time. In the MIDI Control section, you can remap keyswitches or link controls to any MIDI control change for easier playability and programming. Control and adjust the application of Vibrato, the playing style, the application of Mute and slide while playing. You can also control the frequency of the vibrato and the amount of the bend, plus the amount of slide and detach noise.

Plus, keyswitching in MODO BASS allows you to switch on the fly between chord mode and note mode, the type of stroke used when playing, the fingers used for the phrasing, and the playing style, giving you complete control over the final sound signature.

Plus, using your DAW’s automation you can control other useful parameters such as the playing position. In fact, varying this parameter while performing is one of the secrets for achieving utmost realism, and MODO BASS is the only virtual instrument that is truly able to make it possible.

Strings and Setup — No tech required

Different strings provide different sounds and tonal qualities. In MODO BASS, you can customize your string choice and choose the type of setup used on the bass.

  • Change the actual number of strings on all models (4, 5 or 6)
  • Use the “Drop” function to extend the range of any model
  • Select the gauge of the string set to vary timbre and sustain
  • Alter the age of the strings to impact the relative “brightness” of the tone

Electronics — A tone-tweaker’s dream

This section lets you experiment in real time with different bass pickup types and adjust the position and frequency response of each.

  • Choose from 32 pickup models, each with its own characteristics
  • Freely move the pickups around for limitless sonic variety
  • Create combinations nearly impossible to accomplish in reality
  • Switch from Passive to Active electronics with a parametric EQ
  • Blend in an under-bridge piezo pickup signal for added dimension

The Studio — Double-bass standard

Because full upright basses are different, MODO BASS 2 has a dedicated space for finding your perfect double-bass sound.

Amp / FX — The best of AmpliTube

MODO BASS gives you full control over the signal path with 7 bass effect stompbox effects and two classic bass amplifiers.

  • Includes Octaver, Distortion, Chorus, Compressor, Delay, Envelope Filter or Graphic EQ
  • All effects derived from world-class models in AmpliTube 5 Custom Shop
  • Use a classic all-tube amp and 1x15 cab or a solid-state model with a 4x10 cab
  • Each amp gives you full control over gain structure with EQ and graphic EQ
  • Route the bass signal from MODO BASS into AmpliTube 5 for even more options
  • Choose from a selection of movable mics to capture your sound
  • Blend in a piezo signal for added dimension and focus
  • Run your signal through MODO’s stomps and amps from AmpliTube
  • Mix in the perfect ambient sound positioning a pair of stereo room mics

 

 

Requirements

MODO BASS 2 is a 64-bit standalone and plug-in application. Requires a 64-bit CPU and Operating System.

Mac® (64-bits)

Minimal: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo or Apple M1, 4 GB of RAM (8 GB suggested), macOS 10.13 or later.
Runs natively on Apple’s M1 processors.
Supported Plug-in formats (64-bit): Audio Units, VST 2, VST 3, AAX.

Windows® (64-bits)

Minimal: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2, 4 GB of RAM (8 GB suggested), Windows® 10 or later. Requires an ASIO compatible sound card.
Supported Plug-in formats (64-bit): VST 2, VST 3, AAX.

 


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