Friktion Modeled Strings

Create string parts that are far closer to real-life bowed instrument performances than you could ever get with any sample library.

Get the full expressiveness and natural sound of string instruments, right in your Reason Rack. Use Friktion to create string parts that are far closer to real-life bowed instrument performances than you could ever get with any sample library.

Friktion is a physical modeling string instrument from Reason Studios. In other words, instead of relying on gigabytes of samples, Friktion is a synthesizer that actually models real string instruments. With clever control keys you can easily play it in a way that simply sounds real. Whether it's a violin or an imaginary space harp is up to you.

Physical Modeling for complete control over the sound

Comprehensive articulation for playable patches

Realistic expression using only a MIDI keyboard