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Augmented PERSIA
Acoustic instruments reinvented
Augmented PERSIA fuses the distinctive character of traditional Persian and Middle Eastern instruments with modern synthesis, giving composers, producers and sound explorers an immediate way to shape expressive, cinematic, and boundary-pushing soundscapes
Deep-rooted timbres, in modern form
Explore a rich musical tradition, reimagined through expressive sampling and modern synthesis. Whether you’re a composer, producer or sound designer, discover a palette of authentic, contemplative sounds both of this world, and beyond it.

Expressive morphing control
Move effortlessly between acoustic realism and synthetic transformation with Morph, macros, and dynamic modulation controls that make every sound feel alive.

Instant inspiration for contemporary composition
Explore over 200 mix-ready presets built for modern composition — from evocative, earthy drones and plucked organic textures to luminous sequences and abstract atmospheres.

Distinctive Persian & Middle Eastern palette
A curated collection of deeply-sampled traditional instruments — Oud, Tar, Saz, Ney, Alto Kamancheh, and Shah Kaman — each bringing its own time-honoured feel and resonance.
Instrument families
Drawn from long-standing musical traditions and captured in expressive detail - discover the Oud, Tar, Saz, Ney, Alto Kamancheh, and Shah Kaman across a range of authentic and processed articulations
Main features
Augmented PERSIA blends meticulous sampling with innovative multilayered synthesis for a sound that transcends traditional musical boundaries.
Morph between acoustic & synthetic sounds: Effortlessly blend real instrumental recordings with futuristic synth layers for evolving hybrid sounds.
Hybrid engine combining sampling & synthesis: Enjoy detailed acoustic samples alongside Virtual Analog, Granular, Wavetable, and Harmonic engines.
Intuitive modulation & macro controls: Shape any sound in seconds with assignable macros, drag-and-drop modulation, and a clear, streamlined interface.
MPE support for enhanced expression: Unlock nuanced polyphonic control for more dynamic, lifelike performances and tactile sound design
Quality, cinematic-ready presets: Instantly access an inspiring library of mix-ready sounds, from classic tones to experimental textures.
Built-in arpeggiator & sequencer: Add rhythmic movement and depth with a versatile arpeggiator and chance-based sequencing
Dynamic presets for every purpose
Move effortlessly between the contemplative depth and resonance of Persian classical music and contemporary synth textures and effects.
Augmented PERSIA includes 200 expertly-crafted presets spanning intimate melodic voices, evolving drones, pulsing rhythmic patterns, cinematic underscores, and abstract atmospheres.
Tech Specs
Windows
Win 10+ (64bit)
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost)
4 GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
ARM processors not supported on Windows
Required configuration
Works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS (64-bit DAWs only).
Apple
Mac OS 11+
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) or M1 CPU
4 GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
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