Entangled Species preset bank artwork for String Studio VS-3 synth

Entangled Species: String Studio VS-3 Sound Bank by David Kristian

Rated 4.8/5 on Plugin Boutique (35 ratings)

Entangled Species is a preset sound bank for String Studio VS-3 containing 128 patches by composer David Kristian, covering arpeggiators, pads, loopers, synths and sound effects. It requires the String Studio VS-3 synthesizer, or can be played with the free AAS Player.

REQUIRESString Studio VS-3Host synth sold separately

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01Overview

The bank collects patches that Kristian created and used in his own projects. The sounds span arpeggiators, pads, loopers, synthesizers, keyboards, noises and sound effects, and are aimed at electro-acoustic, ambient and film music. Applied Acoustics Systems describes the set as a way to augment or replace traditional acoustic instruments in these arrangements. Because the patches are built on the String Studio VS-3 physical modeling engine, each one can be reshaped with the instrument's own controls.

Best for

Ambient pad textures
Electro-acoustic composition
Film score atmospheres
Experimental sound design
Acoustic instrument replacement
Looping and arpeggiated motifs

Developer: Applied Acoustics Systems
Category: Synth Presets
Requires: String Studio VS-3
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

128 patches created by composer David Kristian
Arpeggiators, pads, loopers, synths, keyboards, noises and effects
Built for String Studio VS-3 physical modeling synthesizer
Most patches include preset notes on origin and intended use
Playable in String Studio VS-3 or the free AAS Player
Includes AAS Player plug-in in VST, AU, AAX and RTAS formats
Ideal starting points for tweaking into custom sounds

03In depth

Sound Character and Physical Modeling Roots

The patches are built on the String Studio VS-3 engine, which uses physical modeling to produce its sounds. Applied Acoustics Systems says the instrument is used for unusual but organic-sounding textures across film scores and game sound design.

Kristian's patches draw on the Bow Excitator, a part of the engine that the developer highlights as central to many of these sounds. The bank leans toward experimental timbres, living textures and tones that can sit between synthetic and acoustic sources.

Working With the Presets

Kristian recommends exploring each sound's range, tuning and response before using it. Most patches include preset notes that describe their origins and intended use, which can help you decide where a sound fits in a arrangement.

Each patch can be treated as a starting point. Adjusting the underlying parameters of String Studio VS-3 lets you change the character of a sound to suit your own music.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Applied Acoustics Systems
Type	Preset pack / expansion
Category	Synth Presets
Requires	String Studio VS-3

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to use Entangled Species?

The sound bank requires String Studio VS-3. If you do not own it, you can play the patches with the free AAS Player plug-in, which is also included with the purchase.

What formats is the AAS Player available in?

The AAS Player plug-in is listed in VST, AU, AAX and RTAS formats.

How do I install the sound bank?

If String Studio VS-3 is installed on your computer, the expansion is added to it automatically. Otherwise you can load the patches through the AAS Player.