NS2 IAP sound packs

I wanted to keep the main app download as small as possible so most of the Factory Obsidian patches are deliberately synthesis-based. I clicked with Steve at Platinum Audiolab because he's a similar indie obsessive like me, and he made it his mission to create sound packs which neatly fill the gap for more sample-based patches. We both felt that the choice should be placed in your hands to decide which ones most suit your type of music. The packs aren't just about Obsidian though - there's also a large number of Slate kits, some of which have a very different take on the Factory kits, and all of them come with at least three demo projects.

IAP patches come with Obsidian macro controls already set up to do useful things within the context of the patch. Using IAP content in your project keeps the project much smaller, as it doesn't need to take a copy of the samples.

There are 9 sound packs available for NanoStudio 2. One comes free with the app - use NanoStudio 2's Store page to download it. If you've purchased a sound pack, you can use NanoStudio 2's Store page to uninstall or reinstall it (free of charge) whenever you want.

Acoustic Instruments Vol. 1

A wide selection of multi-sampled instruments with a variety of expressive controls to produce a highly dynamic, tailored sound palette. The pack contains almost 600 samples which span 75+ Obsidian patches, augmented with orchestral, jazz and rock Slate kits. These are good enough to use in their own right or as a creative way to add contrast and depth to your EDM and electronic productions. As you can expect with all our packs, Obsidan's macro controllers have been custom designed for each patch to give you direct control over each sound without the need to delve into the edit page. Of course, if you want to delve then feel free! Highlight instruments: Bass Guitar, Upright Bass, Sax, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Acoustic and Electric Guitar, Organ, Acoustic and Electric Piano, Timpani, Cello, Viola, Violin, Bassoon, Clarinet, Flute and Ensembles ... and more.

Acoustic Instruments Vol. 2

This pack expands on the first volume by adding a further 600 acoustic instrument multi-samples. You'll get a further 75 Obsidian instruments with macro controllers set up and ready to go. The acoustic Slate kits have been recorded with room and close mics, utilizing multi-velocity levels and randomized hits for a natural and organic feel. Highlight instruments: Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Sax, French horn, Trumpet, Acoustic & Electric Guitar and Piano, Organ, Harp, Banjo, Cello, Viola, Violin, Choir, Bassoon, Flute, Oboe, Recorder, Ensembles along with Physically Modeled String and Wind instruments ... and more.

Dance and Dubstep Vol. 1

Providing you with a solid and varied foundation for any Electro, Club or Dance production, the 77 Obsidian instrument patches include Deep Basses, Splashy Leads along with some seriously heavy Dubstep Bass, Screams, Noise and FX. Obsidan's macro controllers have been custom designed for each patch to give you direct control over each sound without the need to delve into the edit page. On the Slate side, you'll get 12 massive-sounding kits with tons of outstandingly rich and powerful samples.

Dance and Dubstep Vol. 2

This pack builds upon the first volume and adds a further 79 Obsidian patches with pre-wired macro controls you can crank up to 11 when you're ready for the drop! Expand your electronic production palette with highly expressive Analog Synths, Harmonic Basses, Chip Emulation, Dance Chords and Sizzling Leads. You'll also be the lucky owner of a further 10 pumping, hard-hitting Dance and Dubstep kits which really put Slate through its paces.

Hip Hip and Trap Vol. 1

Featuring 18 Slate drum kits filled with expansive and highly stylized drum sounds, along with playable tuned 808's in Obsidian and Slate format - great for laying down a phat base for any Hip Hop and Trap track. Included are 55 diverse Obsidian instruments to liven up your Urban productions, ranging from Synths, Guitars, Leads & Basses to a variety of sampled Orchestral Instruments. As you can expect with all our packs, Obsidan's macro controllers have been custom designed for each patch to give you direct control within the context of each sound.

Hip Hip and Trap Vol. 2

Add another 55 Obsidian instruments to your urban production arsenal including a wide variety of Analog Synths, Smooth Basses, Stringed and Orchestral instruments and much more. Obsidan's macro controllers have been custom designed for each patch to give you direct control over each sound without the need to delve into the edit page. If you're of the delving disposition, you'll find a rich vein of source material to process with your own style. You'll no doubt be needing some beats so you'll appreciate the 15 rich, character-laden Slate kits filled with exquisitely layered Kicks, Snares, Cymbals and Percussion.

Industrial and Atmospheres Vol. 1

Add some real drama to any musical style with a collection of 70 Obsidian patches spanning Heavy Basses, Distorted Leads, Industrial Guitars and a plethora of highly playable Pad FX and Atmospheres - macro controls pre-wired and ready for action. Just as important are the 11 epic, bone-crushing Slate drum kits to create a solid foundation for any heavy-sounding musical style or dramatic media production. The sounds in this pack are also great for incorporating into any musical genre to provide contrast, complexity and surprise.

Industrial and Atmospheres Vol. 2

For some people, one drama just isn't enough. If you're one of those people then good news - there's a second helping of 70 shimmering Obsidian Pads, Leads, Basses and Percussion themed around Industrial, Metal, Hardstep & Ambient genres. Put your production on a rock-solid foundation when constructing tracks heavy on character - ranging from crunchy & distorted right through to sublime & ethereal. You'll also find 11 more uber-heavy Slate kits locked and loaded in preparation for a full-on aural assault.