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Soundtoys Tutorial – Creating A Preset In Effect Rack

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SOUNDTOYS: CREATING A PRESET IN EFFECT RACK (TUTORIAL)

Looking to start creating your own complex presets in Soundtoys Effect Rack? In this video I take apart one of my own presets from the pack Short Ambience to show you how I created it from scratch, and to demonstrate the power of Soundtoys Effect Rack for creating complex effects.

In this video I discuss:

  • Using the hidden controls to shape your sound
  • Choosing plugins to give the preset an overall character
  • Ordering the plugins and using differing Mix amounts to create a smooth signal flow

About me – Tom Wolfe

I’ve been learning synthesis and playing synthesisers for 14 years. In 2018, after trying my hand at film composition, I started releasing cinematic sound banks and preset packs for a range of software synthesisers and effects plugins, including Omnisphere, Zebra, Pigments, Soundtoys and more. My sounds have been used by Hollywood film composers, AAA game composers and Grammy-winning record producers.

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Shimmering Soundscapes for Soundtoys: 25 New Presets to Swell, Shimmer and Soar

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If you want to add some shimmering atmosphere to your sounds, look no further than Tom Wolfe’s latest preset pack for Soundtoys. Shimmering Soundscapes comes with 25 presets that fully use the Crystallizer plugin to give your sounds a gorgeous glistening sheen. Whether you’re looking for pads that shimmer and soar or rhythmic textures that dance around your sounds, these presets will do the trick. So why not dial in the mix knob and hear your sounds transform?

Shimmering Soundscapes – A New Preset Pack for Soundtoys Effect Rack

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Shimmering Soundscapes – A New Preset Pack for Soundtoys Effect Rack

Tom Wolfe has done it again! They have just released a new preset pack for their Effect Rack called Shimmering Soundscapes. This new pack comes with 25 presets designed to add a glistening atmosphere to sounds. Making full use of the incredible Crystallizer plugin, the presets will swell, shimmer, and soar around source audio in a cloud of gorgeous textural ambiance.

Simply dial in the mix knob, and hear the audio transform. The pack also includes a 28-page companion PDF, allowing users to learn more about the creation and design of each preset and its intended uses. Let’s take a closer look at what this new pack offers. 

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The Shimmering Soundscapes pack comes with 25 presets designed to add atmosphere to sounds. The presets use the Crystallizer plugin to create a sound that is both shimmering and soaring. You can hear the audio transform with just a simple adjustment of the mix knob.

One of the great things about this new preset pack is its versatility. The presets can be used on various sounds, from drums to guitars to vocals. Whether you want to add some ambiance to a track or create an entirely new soundscape, this pack has you covered. 

Another great thing about this pack is that it is straightforward to use. If you are familiar with Soundtoys Effect Rack, you will have no problem getting started with these presets. Even if you are unfamiliar with Soundtoys Effect Rack, the PDF companion guide will help you get started quickly and easily. 

Shimmering Soundscapes for Soundtoys companion PDF
Shimmering Soundscapes for Soundtoys companion PDF

If you are looking for a way to add some atmosphere to your Soundtoys projects, you need to check out Shimmering Soundscapes. This new preset pack offers a quick and easy way to add glistening ambiance to your tracks. Be sure to check it out today! 

Shimmering soundscapes require soundtoys effect rack v5.3.6 or later. Using this product with earlier versions may cause issues.

About Tom Wolfe

Tom Wolfe is a British sound designer. Also an award-winning independent film composer, Tom is a prolific voice in the preset synthesizer world and, through his store tomwolfe.co.uk, has released soundbanks for some of the biggest and most popular software synthesizers and effects plugins on the market.

With his presets celebrated for their uniqueness, creativity, and usability by users and critics alike, Tom has worked with several industry-leading companies. His sounds have been used by Oscar-winning film composers, Grammy-winning record producers, and AAA game composers. 

Conclusion

In search of some sonic inspiration? Shimmering Soundscapes has you covered. This versatile preset pack features 25 unique settings for the Crystallizer plugin, each designed to add a touch of ethereal beauty to your sounds. Whether you’re looking for a little extra space in your mix or wanting to go full-on ambient, these presets have got you covered. Simply dial in the mix knob to find the perfect balance of shimmer and grit, and let your sounds take flight. Soar above the clouds with Shimmering Soundscapes.

Tom Wolfe has done it again! He has just released a new preset pack for their Effect Rack called Shimmering Soundscapes. This new pack comes with 25 presets designed to add a glistening atmosphere to sounds. You can hear the audio transform with just a simple adjustment of the mix knob. The pack also includes a 28-page companion PDF that provides users with information on the creation and design of each preset and its intended uses. If you are looking for an easy way to add atmosphere to your tracks, then be sure to check out Shimmering Soundscapes today!

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Cinematic Drums and Industrial Atmosphere Preset Packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack

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Cinematic Drums and Industrial Atmosphere Preset Packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack

Looking to add some serious edge to your tracks? Check out Tom’s latest Cinematic Drums and Industrial Atmosphere preset packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack. Each featuring 25 presets, the packs are perfect for texturizing percussion loops or adding an industrial vibe to sounds. Whether you’re looking for subtle shaping or complete obliteration, these presets are sure to give your tracks the edge they need!

Cinematic Drums and Industrial Atmosphere Preset Packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack

Drums have been used in the film for many years, providing a powerful and emotive sound that can add to the impact of a scene. Often used in action sequences, drums can add tension and excitement, as well as a sense of rhythm and movement.

They can also be used to convey different emotions, from joy to sadness, anger to fear. In recent years, the use of cinematic drums has become more widespread, with filmmakers utilizing their unique sound to create more dynamic and engaging films. Whether used to add excitement or create an emotive atmosphere, cinematic drums are an essential tool for any film composer.

Each collection comes with a companion PDF of 28 pages. Users can learn more about the development and design of each preset, as well as its intended applications, for the first time.

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Cinematic Drums

Cinematic Drums is preset that transforms cinematic percussion tracks into powerful hybrid rhythms. These presets, which feature vibrant rhythmic delays, will quickly boost the intensity and drive of basic percussion loops.

It’s undeniable that delaying a drum track improves the quality of sound.

Whether you’re using it to add extra rhythmic elements to your percussion tracks, to highlight specific hits, or just to add some more color to your loops, a delay is a fantastic tool.

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A single instance of delay can transform a simple, slow rhythm into a driving, exciting sequence. My objective with Cinematic Drums was to offer a variety of presets that could be used to turn your acoustic cinematic drum loops into innovative hybrid percussion songs easily.

From low, thumping toms to crispy darbukas, these presets will mangle, distort, twist, and heighten your percussion.

Soundtoys’ beautiful analog-modeled effects allowed me to reprogram the source drums’ character to generate new levels of percussive force that move and transform around your loops.

Cinematic Drums is the ideal solution for anyone seeking to add drama or light intensity to their tracks. Whether you want a little of both, Cinematic Drums has got you covered. You never know what happy discoveries await! Viva la melding!

Cinematic Drums Preset Packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack
Cinematic Drums Preset Packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack

Industrial Atmosphere

Industrial Atmosphere will immediately give sounds a dirty, low-fi feel. These presets are ideal for bringing an industrial sound to synths and samples.

Tom Wolfe has a long-standing interest in distortion. It may be used in small doses to provide lovely harmonic overtones to a sound.

If used to excess, it can totally destroy a sound, turning it into nothing more than a cacophony. Tom always believed that there is beauty in devastation.

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Tom is hoping that Soundtoys will accept. From the colorful, character-shaping drive of Decapitator to the demolishing tendencies of Devil-Loc. The radiator’s driven tube-style warmth to the smooth, pushing drive of Sie-Q.

From the analog saturation, you may mold virtually any Soundtoys plugin, as well as unusual ways to distort the signal such as the Feedback input control on PrimalTap.

There are a plethora of methods to add happy, singing energy or start total harmonic devastation. The goal of the Industrial Atmosphere is to go beyond the limits of these extremes.

With these presets, you can make your sound samples sound like they’re actually coming from one instrument rather than a pile of diverse instruments. You’ll be able to create a unique look with these presets. Go forth and destroy, my friend.

Industrial Atmosphere Preset Packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack
Industrial Atmosphere Preset Packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack

Conclusion

Tom Wolfe has released two new preset packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack, Cinematic Drums, and Industrial Atmosphere. Each featuring 25 presets, the packs are designed to add drive and intensity to percussion loops or to give sounds an industrial vibe.

Cinematic Drums is designed to turn cinematic percussion tracks into intense hybrid rhythms, while Industrial Atmosphere will instantly add dirty, lo-fi character to sounds. Each collection comes with a companion PDF of 28 pages, which includes information about the development and design of each preset, as well as its intended applications.

Looking for a serious edge in your tracks? Check out Tom’s Cinematic Drums and Industrial Atmosphere preset packs for the Soundtoys Effect Rack! The Cinematic Drums and Industrial Atmosphere packs are now available from www.tomwolfe.co.uk for the introductory price of £3.49 each (regularly £4.99). This offer ends 20th April 2022 at 23:59 BST.

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Atmospheric Pads Soundset Playthrough

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In this video, I demonstrate some of the presets from my preset pack Atmospheric Pads for Soundtoys Effect Rack. Containing 25 presets for Soundtoys 5 Effect Rack, Atmospheric Pads is designed to add a beautiful atmospheric ambiance to dry synth pads.

Simply dial in the mix knob, and hear your sounds transform. These presets are unashamedly niche, focusing on doing one thing and doing it well. So if you’re looking for a catchall then look away, but if you’re after something to take your sounds to a new level, then these presets won’t disappoint.

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