SPARKLE 2 by UJAM virtual electric guitar plugin interface

SPARKLE 2: Virtual Electric Rhythm Guitar Plugin by UJAM Free Download

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SPARKLE 2 is a virtual electric rhythm guitar plugin from UJAM that provides chords, octaves and single-note riffs. It includes more than 30 styles, 350 phrases and 30 stomp box emulations for pop, funk and indie tracks.

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01Overview

SPARKLE 2 is built for producers who need convincing electric guitar parts without recording a player. It covers chords, octaves and single-note riffs, and the developer describes it as a session-style guitarist that supports a song rather than taking over the mix. Its phrases and styles span clean funk, twangy country-leaning tones and driving distorted sounds. The plugin is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats for Windows and macOS.

Best for

Funk rhythm guitar
Indie rock guitar parts
Pop chord progressions
80s glam guitar
Electronic pop guitar

Developer: UJAM
Category: Virtual Instruments
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Virtual electric guitar for chords, octaves and single-note riffs
Instrument mode with freshly recorded samples and phrases
Open Chords feature for extra voicing variety
More than 30 styles
350 phrases
30 stomp box emulations placed before the amp section
60 Finisher FX modes for post-amp effects
Available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX

03In depth

Guitar Sound, Styles and Phrases

SPARKLE 2 uses freshly recorded samples and phrases from a customized vintage guitar fitted with single-coil pickups, which the developer links to the bell-like sound associated with Telecaster, Stratocaster and Jaguar guitars.

The library offers more than 30 styles and 350 phrases, covering eras from 60s grit and 70s disco to 80s glam, 90s britpop, 00s indie and contemporary electronic pop. An Open Chords feature adds variety to chord voicings.

For tone shaping, UJAM's emulations of vintage amps and speaker cabinets are combined with built-in effect and tonal controls.

Stomp Boxes and Finisher FX

SPARKLE 2 includes 30 stomp box combinations. These effects sit before the amp and speaker section, so the amp responds dynamically to your playing input.

A dedicated Finisher knob selects from 60 multi-FX chains applied after the amp. The developer cites ambiences as an example of what these chains can add.

These controls let you move from clean funk licks to distorted indie guitar without rebuilding the part from scratch.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	UJAM
Type	Plugin
Category	Virtual Instruments
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05Upgrades

Upgrade and crossgrade options

Option	Store link
SPARKLE 2 Upgrade from SPARKLE 1	Plugin Boutique ↗
SPARKLE 2 Loyalty Upgrade from any paid UJAM product	Plugin Boutique ↗

06FAQ

Questions, answered

What is SPARKLE 2?

SPARKLE 2 is a virtual electric rhythm guitar plugin by UJAM. It produces chords, octaves and single-note riffs using recorded guitar samples and phrases.

Which formats and operating systems does SPARKLE 2 support?

SPARKLE 2 is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows 10 and later and macOS 10.15 Catalina and later, both 64-bit only.

What do I need to run SPARKLE 2?

You need at least 8 GB of RAM, 8 GB of free disk space, a 1280 x 768 display and an internet connection. Authorization can be done through the UJAM App or by entering your email and password in the plugin. For the AU 2 version, Logic Pro X or newer is required.