IK Multimedia SampleTank 4 MAX v2 Upgrade | Flagship multi-instrument workstation upgrade solution for professional arranging and production
SampleTank 4 MAX v2 Upgrade is an upgrade package for existing users of the multi-instrument workstation, offering cross-genre sounds, flexible layering, and a powerful effects rack—suitable from initial ideas to commercial release. With intuitive operation and stable performance, it helps producers quickly complete arranging, scoring, and mixing workflows.
Key Product Features
- Flagship multi-instrument platform: covers common categories such as pianos, keyboards, synthesizers, drum kits, bass, guitars, orchestral and world instruments
- MAX v2 upgrade positioning: integrates a more comprehensive content set and workflow enhancements, ideal for expanding existing sound libraries
- Quick browsing and search: filter by category and tags, supports favorites and sound comparisons to speed up sound selection
- Layering and key/velocity zones: stack multiple instruments and set split points and dynamic ranges to create rich, expressive tones
- Built-in effects and mixing rack: provides common processing such as EQ, compression, saturation, delay, and reverb, supporting series/parallel and multi-stage routing
- Performance assistance tools: offer rhythm and expression control options to help create dynamic performances and phrase variations
- Multiple outputs and automation: output layers or parts to separate DAW tracks, supporting parameter automation and MIDI Learn
- Standalone and plugin dual modes: can be used as a standalone program for stage use, or seamlessly integrated in the studio as a plugin
- Upgrade-friendly licensing: allows eligible users to upgrade from existing versions, preserving original sounds and projects
System Requirements
- Operating system: compatible with contemporary 64-bit macOS and Windows environments
- Processor and memory: multicore CPU recommended, 8 GB (or more) RAM for a smooth experience
- Storage: sound libraries require large disk space; SSD recommended to reduce load times
- Display: 1080p (or higher) resolution recommended
- Network: internet access and vendor account required for downloads, authorization, and updates
- Installation and authorization: performed via the vendor's management tools; this product is an upgrade license and requires meeting official upgrade eligibility
- Run modes: can run standalone or be used as a plugin within DAWs that support the formats
Plugin Formats
- VST3 (64-bit)
- AU (macOS)
- AAX (for Pro Tools)
- Standalone application
Supported Applications and Workflow Integration
Can be used in mainstream DAWs that support AAX, AU, and VST3, such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase/Nuendo, Ableton Live, Studio One, Reaper, FL Studio, etc. Plugins follow DAW tempo and transport, support parameter automation, MIDI Learn, and multi-output routing for sounds and layers to facilitate multitrack mixing. In collaboration and AI assistant workflows, MIDI or audio stems can be exported along with project sample paths and presets to ensure sounds and mix settings can be reproduced across systems.
