Virtual Instruments
Virtual instruments have revolutionized music production, offering musicians and producers access to a vast array of sounds and instruments without the need for physical hardware. Here’s a list of some of the best and most popular virtual instruments available today.
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Our favorites
- Native Instruments Komplete 14
- Type: Comprehensive suite (synths, samplers, effects)
- Price: $599 (Standard), $1,199 (Ultimate), $1,799 (Collector’s Edition)
- Notable for: Massive X synth, Kontakt sampler, and Guitar Rig 6
- Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2.8
- Type: Synthesizer and sample-based instrument
- Price: $499
- Notable for: Vast sound library and powerful synthesis engine
- Arturia V Collection 9
- Type: Vintage synthesizer emulations
- Price: $599
- Notable for: Accurate recreations of classic synths and keyboards
- XLN Audio Addictive Keys
- Type: Virtual piano and keyboard instruments
- Price: $179 (Complete Collection)
- Notable for: High-quality sampled pianos and keyboards
- EastWest Composer Cloud
- Type: Orchestral and cinematic instruments
- Price: $19.99/month (Plus), $29.99/month (Pro)
- Notable for: Extensive orchestral and film scoring tools
- FabFilter Total Bundle
- Type: Synthesizers and effects
- Price: $999
- Notable for: High-quality synths and industry-standard effects plugins
- Toontrack Superior Drummer 3
- Type: Virtual drums
- Price: $419
- Notable for: Realistic drum sounds and powerful mixing capabilities
- Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra
- Type: Orchestral library
- Price: $999 (Professional), $449 (Core)
- Notable for: Comprehensive orchestral sounds recorded at BBC Maida Vale Studios
- u-he Diva
- Type: Analog synthesizer emulation
- Price: $179
- Notable for: Rich, warm analog-style sounds
- Output Arcade
- Type: Loop synthesizer and sampler
- Price: $10/month or $99/year
- Notable for: Constantly updated loop library and creative sound design tools