XLN Audio Addictive Keys

This is a downloadable version of XLN Audio Addictive Keys that gives you access to this virtual instrument trio in an instant. XLN Audio's Addictive Keys is a powerful tool for musicians, producers and songwriters with unique sound creation ability, smart workflow and fast loading times. It's suitable for any production style or music genre. Mix and match different microphone perspectives, add professional effects and advanced envelopes to create truly unique sounds. Two years in the making, Addictive Keys is the ultimate blend of engineering, innovative design, and creative expression.

Addictive Keys brings a new level of creativity by offering an ever-growing collection of instruments packaged in an intuitive and easy-to-use interface. ExploreMaps offer production presets sorted by instrument and style, the preview function makes it easy to find the right sound for a production - or the inspiration to write a new song. The combination of great sound quality, fast workflow and reliable performance makes it an exceptional music companion whether you're at home, in the studio, or on the road. The standalone version is perfect for spontaneous jamming and live performances and the plug-in version support all major DAW hosts.

The instruments
Studio Grand
The Studio Grand features a classic Steinway Model D concert grand piano. The first choice of many pianists, Steinways are famous for their character and unrivaled sound. The included ExploreMaps offer production presets in a variety of styles, painting a sonic landscape well beyond what you would expect - from natural to strange, the variety of sounds makes this instrument perfect for both production and stage duties. The response, dynamics and character of this wonderful instrument will tickle your creativity and portray the very essence of a Steinway grand piano.

Modern Upright
The Modern Upright features a Yamaha U3 - regarded as a modern classic among pianists. It has a tight and defined tone together with an airy ambience that makes it the perfect companion for demanding musicians. The Modern Upright fits nicely in any production - the included ExploreMaps offer presets covering everything from smooth jazz with a warm vintage sound to an upfront pop sound with character - and much more.

Mark One
The Mark One features a Fender Rhodes MK I 73 electric piano with a warm and intimate tone perfect for a rainy day. This king of electric pianos played through a vintage tube combo and captured by rare vintage microphones is a truly unique instrument. The tone can go from a smooth enthralling caress to a tight and crunchy sound for a dense arrangement. The playability of this instrument will invite you to just sit down and play. The included ExploreMaps let you choose from classic Rhodes sounds to spacious textures and fat bass sounds. The Mark One is a rare and one-of-a-kind instrument that fits perfectly both on stage and in the studio.

Roadworthy
XL Audio's Addictive Keys is slim enough to run on both stationary and laptop computers without compromising sound quality, making the standalone version perfect for spontaneous jamming and live performances. Fast loading times and reliable performance will get you through the concert with flying colors.

Production tools
Mix and match different microphone perspectives, utilize professional effects, advanced envelopes and shape the sound into something special. The ExploreMap concept makes it easy to find the right sound from the production presets, or provides a great starting point for further tweaking.

Unique sounds
This software makes it possible for us to offer the complete setup used to record the instruments. Any 3 of the recorded perspectives are selectable and tweakable on separate channels in Addictive Keys.

Just play
Inspiration can strike like a thunder or be as absent as child at chore time. Either way, Addictive Keys bring sounds to your creative ideals or helps by tickling your musicality.

MyCloud
The MyCloud online service automatically keeps track of all your Addictive Keys files such as memos and presets, synchronizing them across your computers, making them easy to access from anywhere. Even better, the presets can be shared with friends and collaborators online.

Memo
The Memo function enables spontaneous recording of melodies and musical ideas at a push of a button. All Addicitve Keys settings are stored along with the music, and memos can be imported into most DAWs by simple drag and drop onto a MIDI track.