Description
AI-Powered Sound Design, Evolved
MACE is a groundbreaking plugin that creates entirely new one-shot samples using cutting-edge machine learning. Think of it as an “experimental sampler” for adventurous producers—one that generates fresh, bespoke sounds at the push of a button.
What Makes MACE Unique?
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Generative Sampling
Instead of merely playing back existing recordings, MACE harnesses AI models to craft brand-new sounds in real time.
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Flexible 16-Cell Design
Load and regenerate samples across 16 independent cells. Swap, layer, and experiment to find the perfect sound.
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Instrument Mode & X/Y Morph Pad
Turn the first four cells into a melodic instrument, complete with an X/Y morph pad for real-time tonal shifts and evolving textures. Engage looping of samples to turn MACE into an interesting wave scanning synth!
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Sonic Character
The sampling engine in MACE aims for gritty, punchy, and interesting characteristics. Great for genres like breakcore, industrial, techno, jungle and hip hop.
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Time stretcher
Uses a unique sounding algorithm and has 4 modes that can lead to strange percussion, gritty evolving pads, and all sorts of resampled madness.
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Model Browser & Expanding Library
Browse curated AI models or import your own ANVIL trained models. Each model offers unique sonic palettes, with interesting character from the sonic artifacts of machine learning.
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- Generate from AI and trigger samples
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- Drag and drop from the browser into a cell to load a sample.
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Streamlined Workflow
Drag generated samples straight from MACE into your DAW. Instantly capture your new sounds without disrupting creative flow. Drop effortlessly into another sampler, or even your favorite wavetable synth!
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Advanced Sampler Tools
New looping modes (Forward, Backward, Ping-Pong), time-stretching, multiple interpolation options, and a built-in ADSR envelope let you sculpt sounds to fit your music.
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Smart Hotkeys
Quickly control all parameters, shuffle, or auto-play regenerated samples with convenient key commands.
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Much More!
Cell Generations feature that is an advanced undo system. It keeps track of up to 64 generations of each cell for you to go back and drag back into any cell
Midi Mappable Regeneration: Each regenerate button can be midi mapped and automated by your DAW (cell, row, all)
Generate by cell, row, or ALL at once
Customizable color for the UI
Lock samples from becoming regenerated in rows
Multi-out support of 16 channels
Whether you’re an experimental sound designer, a producer craving fresh percussion, or an artist looking for unexpected melodic samples, MACE provides a playground of generative possibilities. If you enjoy pushing boundaries and discovering unprecedented sonic textures, MACE is your new secret weapon.
Purchasing MACE you will receive:
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MACE VST/AU Plugin (PC /OS X Universal Binary)
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Core Library that came with the early access + Expansion 1: Currently 25 models
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Some model expansions will be released as free downloads of newer model expansions as the MACE library develops and improve
Format / Requirements:
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VST3/AU Format
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Works with your favorite DAW
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Minimum System requirements:
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Windows 10+ | Intel Core i3 or equivalent CPU | 4 GB RAM
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OS X Tiger 10.4+ | Intel Core i3 | (M1 / Intel) Universal Binary
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Internet connection to activate product
ANVIL – A Standalone Machine Learning Platform
ANVIL is a standalone software solution, uniquely crafted to bring the power of machine learning into the hands of audio enthusiasts and creators. ANVIL is free software during this introductory period and a companion application to MACE.
It operates as a pre-packaged Python environment, boasting a user-friendly interface that simplifies the complex processes of audio data management and model training. With ANVIL, users can effortlessly create audio datasets and develop models capable of generating audio. These models are also compatible with MACE, further enhancing their utility.
A comprehensive look and guide on ANVIL can be found here:
https://tensorpunk.com/anvil-getting-started-guide/
At the heart of ANVIL’s design philosophy is its portability and adaptability. As a portable machine learning environment, ANVIL is poised for rapid evolution, continuously expanding its features to meet the growing demands of the audio creation world in the age of AI.
Currently for ANVIL, the PC version is only available, but an OS X version is in development and on the way!