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Vacuum Pro Expansion: Total Eclipse – Preset Pack by AIR Music Technology

Rated 4.8/5 on Plugin Boutique (57 ratings)

Vacuum Pro Expansion: Total Eclipse is a preset expansion pack by AIR Music Technology with 30 patches for the Vacuum Pro analogue-style soft synth. It covers pads, basses, FX and string sounds, and you must already own Vacuum Pro to use it.

REQUIRESVacuum ProHost synth sold separately

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01Overview

Total Eclipse is a 30-patch expansion for Vacuum Pro, the analogue-style soft synth from AIR Music Technology. The developer built the library around the idea that synth sounds should not be limited to EDM. Its patches span pads, basses, FX and strings, so the pack covers a range of production needs beyond a single genre. Each patch is designed to be played with chords or single notes, and the mod wheel adds extra effects during performance.

Best for

Atmospheric pad layers
Synth bass sounds
Cinematic string textures
Transitional FX sounds
Chord-based composition
Non-EDM synth production

Developer: AIR Music Technology
Category: Expansion Packs
Requires: Vacuum Pro
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

30 patch presets for Vacuum Pro
Pads, bass, FX and string sounds included
Designed for playing with chords or single notes
Mod wheel used for extra effects
Not limited to EDM production
Requires an existing copy of Vacuum Pro
Available in VST, AU, AAX and RTAS formats
Downloads and authorizes online, no iLok key needed

03In depth

Sound Range and Patch Types

Total Eclipse groups its 30 presets into four main categories: pads, bass, FX and strings. The pads and strings give you sustained textures for chord beds and atmospheric layers. The basses and FX sounds cover the low end and the transitional elements that often sit between sections of a track.

Because the patches are not restricted to one style, they can be used across different kinds of music. The developer describes the pack as having a broad range of sounds, and the four-category split makes it easy to find a starting point for a given role in your arrangement.

Playing and Performance with Vacuum Pro

The developer notes that the patches respond well to both chords and single notes, so you can use them for melodic lines or harmonic backgrounds. The mod wheel is assigned to extra effects, which gives you a simple way to add movement while you play.

Since the pack is built for Vacuum Pro, you can load a patch and adjust its parameters within the synth to shape it further for your own project.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	AIR Music Technology
Type	Preset pack / expansion
Category	Expansion Packs
Requires	Vacuum Pro

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to use Total Eclipse?

You must already own Vacuum Pro to use this expansion. It is a preset pack that loads into Vacuum Pro, so the synth is required.

Which formats and systems does Total Eclipse support?

The expansion is listed for VST (32-bit and 64-bit), AU (64-bit only), AAX and RTAS. On Mac it supports OS X 10.8.5 to 10.12, and on PC it supports Windows 10, 8 and 7 Service Pack 1. The listed host compatibility includes Ableton Live, Cubase, Arsenal, Logic Pro X and Pro Tools.

Does Total Eclipse require an iLok key?

No. The system requirements state that no iLok key is required. Installation needs internet access for the download and authorization, and at least 1GB of free hard drive space.