Arturia has announced the release of Pigments 5, the latest iteration of their renowned software synthesizer. Pigments, a versatile VST, empowers users to craft a spectrum of sounds, from meticulously designed presets to personalized soundscapes.
Introductory Offer for Early Adopters
To celebrate the launch of Pigments 5, Arturia is extending time-limited discounts for all users. Current Pigments owners can enjoy a free update and access discounted rates for the Explorations preset bundle. New users, on the other hand, can seize an introductory offer starting at a 50% discount, inclusive of complimentary new preset expansions. This special offer concludes on February 12th.
Revolutionizing Modern Synthesis
Pigments sets itself apart with a groundbreaking approach to sound design, combining intricacy with accessibility. This end-to-end software synthesizer facilitates the creation of high-resolution, surgically precise, and impactful sounds. With a user-friendly interface tailored for forward-thinking producers, Pigments bridges the gap between imagination and sonic reality.
Limitless Sound Design
Pigments offers an unparalleled sound design experience, featuring four synthesis forms, over 1500 sounds, one-click modulation and sequencing, as well as instantly expressive macros and FX. Its capabilities make it a go-to tool for those seeking limitless sonic exploration.
Vibrant and Intuitive Workflow
The interface of Pigments reflects a vibrant and intuitive workflow. Whether refining a composition in the Play View, tuning color-coded modulation, or witnessing patches and presets come to life with dynamic visualization, Pigments invites play and supports the creative process.
On the Pulse of Contemporary Music Production
Pigments' sonic prowess shines in contemporary music production, covering a spectrum of electronic genres such as trap, bass music, EDM, house, electro, lo-fi, electronica, and cinematic sounds.
What’s New in Pigments 5?
- Reduced CPU Consumption: Utilizing multi-core processing for enhanced CPU efficiency, Pigments now ensures smoother exploration of its powerful softsynth capabilities.
- Melodize Any Sound in 1 Click: Introducing a new generative sequencer with one-click sequence generation, new play modes, saveable presets, and sequence browsing, allowing users to apply sequence settings to any sound.
- Process Any Audio with Pigments: Pigments 5 enables the processing of external audio through the Utility engine, providing additional FX routing options.
- Greater Synthesis: Pigments 5 introduces new wavetables and samples, expanding the palette for crafting unique sounds.
- Compose in Style: The refreshed interface includes an improved Play View, featuring new visualizers and UX enhancements.
- New Factory Library and Expansions: Enjoy 100 new factory presets and three new preset expansions, showcasing bold, colorful, and expansive sounds.
Advanced Synthesis Made Easy
Pigments simplifies advanced synthesis, offering more ways than ever to design, sculpt, modulate, and arpeggiate sound. With an intuitive, color-coded design, Pigments transforms intricate sound creation details into instantly accessible and enjoyable elements for exploration.
Multiple Synthesis Types
Pigments places users in control of four powerful sound engine types: Sample & Granular, Wavetable, Harmonic, and Virtual Analog. Combined with a Utility engine for additional oscillators and sampled noise, Pigments provides a near-infinite synthesis palette.
Color-Coded Design
Never lose track of changes and modulation with Pigments’ intelligent color-coding, designed to support workflow and make patch alteration memorable and effortless.
Generative Sequencing & Arpeggiator
Pigments doesn’t just create synth sounds; it creates music. The sequencing and arpeggiation engine allows users to weave melodies, create evolving modulations, and bring their sound to life.
Advanced Effect Processing
Pigments offers a vast yet accessible array of filtering and FX options to add the finishing touches or send patches into sonic orbit. Dual filters with classic and modern modes, coupled with studio-grade FX, enable a wide range of sonic possibilities.
Drag & Drop Modulation
Unleash, mutate, and elevate sound with instant drag-and-drop modulation. Users can create unique pathways between engines, filters, and FX for experimental audio manipulation.
Midi Polyphonic Expression (MPE)
Pigments seamlessly pairs with MPE controllers, allowing for more expressive and nuanced control over multiple parameters while playing, opening new realms of expressivity.
Your Blank Sonic Canvas
With Pigments' versatile sound-making capabilities, the only limit is one's imagination. From bright plucks and epic leads to deep bass and cinematic soundscapes, Pigments offers a blank sonic canvas for endless sonic exploration.
Advanced Sound Design Made Effortless
Pigments is designed to make sound design effortless and intuitive, catering to both synthesis professionals and beginners. Its color-coded design and step-by-step approach make even the most intricate details of sound creation accessible and enjoyable
For more details on Pigments 5, including the signal chain and modules, visit the official Details page on Arturia's website.
Platform Specifications
Windows:
- Win 10+ (64bit)
- 4 GB RAM
- 4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost)
- 3GB free hard disk space
- OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
- ARM processors not supported on Windows
Apple:
- Mac OS 11.0+
- 4 GB RAM
- 4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) or Apple Silicon CPU
- 3GB free hard disk space
- OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
Pigments works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, and NKS (64-bit DAWs only).
