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Low End Theory Ultra-Analog VA-3 Sound Bank: Synth Presets by Sean Divine

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Low End Theory Ultra-Analog VA-3 Sound Bank is a preset collection for the Ultra Analog VA-3 synthesizer, created by Sean Divine and published by Applied Acoustics Systems. It covers bass, kicks, leads, synths, arpeggios and effects for urban and hip hop production.

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01Overview

Low End Theory is a sound bank of synth presets built for Ultra Analog VA-3, the analog-modeling synthesizer from Applied Acoustics Systems. Sean Divine, a North Carolina composer, producer and mix engineer, developed the collection as the second installment in a series. The presets are organized by type so you can find a bass, kick, lead or arpeggio quickly. The developer positions the sound bank for urban, trap and hip hop production.

Best for

Trap bass and 808-style lows
Hip hop beat production
Urban kick drums
Synth leads for beats
Arpeggios for beat making
Vinyl scratch effects

Developer: Applied Acoustics Systems
Category: Synth Presets
Requires: Ultra-Analog VA-3
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

114 to 117 presets across bass, kicks, leads, synths, arps and FX
29 bass presets, including sub-heavy low-end sounds
17 kick drum presets with fast, punchy character
19 lead presets ranging from sine whistles to saw leads
Melodic plucks, bells and vintage organ and keys
22 arpeggio presets with futuristic and driving patterns
11 FX presets including vinyl scratches
Free AAS Player option for users without Ultra Analog VA-3

03In depth

What Is Inside the Low End Theory Preset Collection

The collection contains 117 presets across six categories. Bass has 29 presets, Kicks has 17, Leads has 19, Synths has 19, Arps has 22, and FX has 11.

The bass and kick sounds are the foundation of the set, with sub-heavy bass patches and fast, punchy kick drums. The leads range from sine-based whistles to thick saw-based synth leads. Plucks, bells and vintage-style organs and keys add melodic material, and the arpeggios cover more driving, futuristic patterns.

The FX category includes vinyl scratches and effects that can add texture to a beat.

Using Low End Theory in Ultra Analog VA-3 and AAS Player

After installation, you can play the presets in one of two ways. If Ultra Analog VA-3 is installed on your computer, the Reverence bank is added to it automatically. If you do not own Ultra Analog VA-3, you can play the presets through the free AAS Player plug-in, which runs as a plug-in or standalone application.

Because the collection is designed for Ultra Analog VA-3, it works best when you have that synthesizer, but AAS Player gives you a no-cost way to access the sounds.

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	Ultra-Analog VA-3

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to use Low End Theory?

You need Ultra-Analog VA-3. If you own it, the Reverence bank is added to it automatically after installation. If you do not, you can play the presets in the free AAS Player plug-in or standalone application.

Do I need Ultra-Analog VA-3 to play these presets?

No. The presets can be played through the free AAS Player plug-in or standalone application, even if you do not own Ultra Analog VA-3.

How many presets are in Low End Theory?

The collection is described as having 114 presets in the developer copy, while the category breakdown lists 117 presets across bass, kicks, leads, synths, arps and FX.