SOUNDIRON Quadral 2 | Four-Quadrant Ambient Synthesizer
Four-Layer Sample Synthesis Engine Designed for Film Scoring and Game Sound Design
SOUNDIRON Quadral 2 is a four-quadrant sample synthesizer from Soundiron, featuring four independent sound layers stacked with real-time XY Pad shaping technology, and built-in 384 high-resolution 24-bit/48kHz stereo samples. This powerful tool is designed for film and game composers who need a fast workflow while maintaining creative spark, allowing you to intuitively generate endless creative soundscapes.
Compared to traditional single-layer synthesizers, Quadral 2, with its unique four-quadrant mixing engine and one-click randomization feature, allows users to create complex and dynamic ambient pad synthesizer soundscapes at unprecedented speed. Whether it's delicate textures, grand scenes, or rhythmic pulses, its flexible film scoring sound source architecture can easily handle it, injecting vitality into your work.
Quick Facts
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Brand: Soundiron
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Model: Quadral 2
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Sound Source Format: Kontakt Open Format (.nki)
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Preset Library: Over 250 types (Arps, Basses, Leads, FX, Pads, Plucks)
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Installation Size: 3.35 GB
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Sample Specification: 24-bit / 48kHz Stereo WAV
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Applicable Scenarios: Film Scoring, Game Sound Design, Ambient Music Production, Electronic Music Arrangement, Sound Experimentation
Who is Soundiron Quadral 2 for?
Soundiron Quadral 2 Core Technologies and Features
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Four-Quadrant Sound Engine: The core interface consists of four independent sound quadrants, allowing free combination of 16 meticulously crafted ambient synthesizer pad sounds to create rich leads, environmental soundscapes, or evolving sonic textures.
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XY Pad Real-time Shaping: The central XY Pad allows for smooth volume blending and dynamic modulation between the four sound layers. Each axis can be custom-assigned to different parameters, such as filters or effects, and can be synchronized with the host tempo to create rhythmic dynamic changes.
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One-Click Random Generation: A powerful built-in randomization engine allows you to generate infinite new sounds, parameter combinations, and dynamic modulations with just one click, making it the ultimate tool for finding creative inspiration.
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Independent Layer Control: Each sound layer features completely independent sound shaping options, including Attack, Release, Offset, Pitch, and Pan, providing precise sound design capabilities.
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Powerful Modulation System: Each quadrant is equipped with independent filters (including 39 filter types) and modulators, which can use LFO, ADSR, or velocity as sources and be assigned to five targets such as volume, pitch, pan, filter frequency, or resonance.
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Integrated Arpeggiator and Glide: A full-featured ARP arpeggiator is built-in, allowing control over tempo, direction, swing, and randomization. Additionally, the convenient Glide function instantly converts the instrument to monophonic legato/portamento mode.
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Modular Effects Rack: Provides a rack containing 18 different DSP effects modules, which can be freely assigned in any order across 10 available slots. Includes classic Phaser, Flanger, Delay, Distortion, Amp and Cab Simulators, Compressors, EQ, Rotator, and more.
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High-Quality Convolution Reverb: The Reverb in the effects section includes over 100 meticulously crafted IRs (Impulse Responses) from Soundiron, comprising 99 real spaces (rooms, halls) and 40 special effect IRs, greatly expanding sonic possibilities.
Quadrant Sound Engine
- The core interface consists of four independent sound quadrants, allowing four different sound sources to be loaded simultaneously for mixing and modulation.
- Offers 16 new, handcrafted ambient synthesizer pad sound sets, covering various styles such as Blurry, Electric, Icy, LoFi, Nature, Zen, and more.
- Each quadrant features independent Attack, Release, Offset, Pitch, Pan, filter, and modulator controls for precise sound layering design.
Dynamic XY Pad Mixer
- Located at the center of the interface, it is preset to control the volume balance between the four quadrants, allowing real-time manipulation via mouse or MIDI CC.
- The X and Y axes can be custom-assigned to different parameters, such as filter cutoff frequency, resonance, or specific effects parameters.
- Supports rhythmic movement synchronized with the host tempo, automatically adjusting parameters on each axis to create complex dynamic textures.
- The movement range of X and Y can be limited to produce more precise and controllable timbre variation patterns.
Integrated Arpeggiator & Glide Function
- A full-featured arpeggiator system is built-in, offering various control options for rhythm, direction, swing, and randomization, making it easy to create dynamic phrases.
- The convenient Glide function can switch the instrument to monophonic legato mode with one click, and the glide speed can be adjusted, suitable for creating smooth lead or bass lines.
Modular FX Rack
- Provides 10 effects slots, allowing you to choose and arrange from 18 high-quality DSP effects modules in any order.
- Effect types include classic phaser, flanger, delay, distortion, amp and cab simulators, compressors, EQ, rotator, and more.
- The built-in convolution reverb includes 99 real-space IRs and 40 special effect IRs, adding depth and spatiality to the sound.
- Comes with various factory presets for effect chains, which can be quickly applied or used as a starting point for your custom effect chains.
Tech Specs
| Product Type | Sampled Synthesis Engine |
| Sound Source Format | Native Instruments Kontakt Open Format (.nki) |
| Sample Specification | 384 Stereo WAV Files (24-bit / 48kHz) |
| Installation Size | 3.35 GB |
| Presets | Over 250 Factory Presets (Arps, Basses, Leads, FX, Pads, Plucks) |
| Kontakt Version Requirement | Full Retail Version Kontakt 5.8 or higher |
| Windows System Requirements | Windows 7 or higher, Dual-Core CPU, 2 GB System RAM |
| Mac System Requirements | Mac OSX 10.9 or higher, Dual-Core CPU, 2 GB System RAM |
| Storage Device Recommendation | SATA or SSD recommended for optimal performance |
| Licensing Method | Digital Download, delivered via Amazon S3 cloud network |
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- Delivery: The serial number and download information will be sent via email; no physical shipment is required.
- Support: We provide basic technical assistance for installation and activation. In case of activation issues, we will help coordinate with the manufacturer for resolution.
- Warranty: License and download rights are maintained according to the manufacturer’s policy; software updates, upgrades, and version changes are subject to the manufacturer’s announcements.
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