Ample Sound Ample China Xun - ACX (Digital product)

Ample China Xun (ACX)

Experience the rich heritage of one of the oldest Chinese musical instruments with Ample China Xun (ACX). This exceptional software offers a diverse array of articulations across the Head, Body, and Special Effects Groups, featuring 4.5 GB of high-quality samples that capture the deep, resonant sound of the Xun, which dates back over 7,000 years to the Neolithic period.

Performers: Xiaokui Ding, Wind Instrumentalist of the China National Traditional Orchestra

Instrument: Zhuhong Jinlong Series 9-Hole Xun, featuring a main Xun in C, with additional Xuns in G and B? for extended range.

Sampling Features

• Head Group: 9 articulations including Sustain, Tonguing, Grace Up, Grace Down, Arpeggio Up, Arpeggio Down, Mordent, Pre-Trill, and Impulse, designed for note attacks and ornaments.
• Body Group: 13 articulations such as Sforzando, Espressivo, Vibrato, and various Slide techniques, allowing for expressive transitions and note embellishments.
• Samples recorded with 5 microphones (Front, Mid, Rear, and a stereo pair) provide versatile tonal and spatial characteristics.
• Individual samples average around 8 seconds, enabling natural play without looping, although looping can be activated for sustained notes.

Intelligent Legato System

This innovative system automatically detects and triggers the appropriate legato based on timing between notes, featuring up to 5 velocity layers for seamless transitions across dynamics.

Riffer 4

Riffer 4 enhances your MIDI performances with an intuitive visual workflow tailored for wind instruments. It prevents unnatural polyphony, ensuring that your MIDI compositions reflect authentic instrumental playing.

• One-Click Auto Expression and Auto Vibrato: Generate natural expression and vibrato curves effortlessly, with Riffer analyzing note length and musical context to apply appropriate variations.
• Easy Articulation Editing: Simplify the editing of fingerings, articulations, and expression changes, minimizing the need for complex Keyswitch and MIDI CC programming.
• MIDI CC and Velocity Editors: Visualize multiple MIDI CC curves simultaneously, with curve presets for instant generation.
• Full MIDI Compatibility: Import and export MIDI seamlessly, maintaining playback consistency across your DAW.
• Includes a variety of MIDI editing tools such as Quantize, Swing, Legato, and Monophonic processing.

Built-in Effects

Enhance your sound with built-in effects including an 8-band EQ, Compressor, Delay, and Convolution Reverb, providing you with the tools to create polished and professional audio productions.