GrainDust | Sound Particles
GrainDust | Sound Particles Details
GrainDust transforms your sonic palette into a living, breathing universe of sound. Built on the same award-winning spatial audio technology that powers Hollywood blockbusters, this powerhouse granular synthesizer gives you unprecedented control over texture and space through four independent granular layers. Whether you're crafting cinematic soundscapes, designing cutting-edge electronic music, or exploring the boundaries of ambient composition, GrainDust delivers the professional-grade tools that sound designers and producers demand for creating immersive, evolving audio experiences.
Key Features of GrainDust
- 4 Independent Granular Layers: Stack, blend, and manipulate four fully autonomous granular engines simultaneously, with up to 100 total grains (25 grains x 5 voices x 4 layers) for massive textures that evolve organically
- Professional Spatial Processing: Create in stereo, surround, binaural, 7.1.4, and Ambisonics formats with Hollywood-grade 3D positioning and movement controls
- 500+ Production-Ready Assets: Access an extensive library of meticulously crafted samples and presets designed by industry professionals for immediate creative inspiration
- Import Your Own Samples: Transform any audio file into granular magic with precise control over grain rate, density, size, continuity, and detune parameters
- Built-in Movement Engine: Animate your grains through space and time with orbital patterns, rotations, and custom trajectories that bring static sounds to life
- MPE Support: Express every nuance of your performance with full Multi-Dimensional Polyphonic Expression compatibility for ultimate playability
- Advanced Modulation Matrix: Connect any source to any destination with 8 additional EGs and LFOs featuring over 70 waveform modifiers and custom curve editing
- Comprehensive Sequencing: Harness up to 128 polyphonic steps with integrated arpeggiator modes and spatial control for rhythmic complexity
- Multiple Filter Types: Shape your sound with Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass, Peak, and Shelf filters, each assignable per layer with dedicated modulation
- Professional Effects Suite: Polish your creations with four FX slots featuring Delay, Reverb, EQ, Bit-Crusher, and more premium processors
Example Use Cases of GrainDust
- Film Composers: Design otherworldly atmospheres and evolving textures for sci-fi scores, horror soundscapes, and dramatic underscore
- Electronic Music Producers: Craft unique leads, pads, and rhythmic textures that stand out in ambient, IDM, techno, and experimental genres
- Game Audio Designers: Build immersive environmental ambiences and dynamic sound effects that respond to player actions in real-time
- Sound Designers: Transform field recordings and foley into unrecognizable textures for post-production and creative sound work
- Live Performers: Utilize MPE controllers to expressively manipulate granular parameters during performances for unprecedented sonic exploration
- Remix Artists: Deconstruct and reimagine existing tracks by granulating vocals, drums, and melodic elements into entirely new compositions
- Meditation Music Creators: Generate slowly evolving, spatially rich soundscapes perfect for relaxation, yoga, and therapeutic applications
- VR/AR Developers: Create fully spatialized audio environments with Ambisonics support for next-generation immersive experiences
Why Choose GrainDust?
GrainDust represents the pinnacle of granular synthesis technology, powered by the same revolutionary engine that has shaped the sound of major Hollywood productions. With its intuitive workflow, professional-grade spatial processing, and endless creative possibilities, GrainDust empowers you to push beyond conventional sound design into uncharted sonic territories.
System Requirements
Operating System: macOS 10.15 or higher | Windows 10 or higher
Formats: AAX Native, AUv2, AUv3, VST3
Minimum Requirements: 2-core CPU, 4 GB RAM, 1.6 GB disk space
Recommended: 4-core CPU or higher, 8 GB RAM or higher, 1.6 GB disk space
GrainDust by Sound Particles Compatibility
Plugin Format
AAX | VST3 | AU | Audio Unit
Mac Compatibility
Mac OSX 10.15 or higher
Windows Compatibility
Windows 10 or higher