Quantastical Sound – STRANG 2 (Windows)

Quantastical Sound – STRANG 2

A Living Classic of Organic Subtractive Synthesis

Quantastical Sound STRANG 2 is an expressive virtual synthesizer designed to bring a more organic and evolving character to subtractive synthesis. At its core, STRANG uses a single oscillator processed through a real-time convolution filter for every voice, making the filter an active part of the sound rather than a static sampled response.

Because the convolution processing reacts to the notes being played, repeated notes can develop differently instead of sounding identical. This creates a more alive, dynamic, and natural sonic character for modern music production and experimental sound design.

STRANG 2 expands the original concept with additional sound-generating layers, including a Shadow layer, Sub layer, String model, and SPARKLE section. These elements work together within a unified architecture, providing a flexible instrument capable of creating rich basses, evolving textures, atmospheric sounds, and expressive synthesized tones.

Real-Time Convolution for a More Organic Sound

Traditional subtractive synthesizers often use filters that process sound in a predictable way. STRANG takes a different approach by using real-time convolution as part of each voice.

The convolution filter responds as you play, allowing the sound to develop with more variation and depth. Notes can interact with the processing differently, helping repeated performances feel less mechanical and more expressive.

Expanded Sound Architecture

STRANG 2 builds on its single-oscillator foundation with multiple additional sound components:

• Main oscillator
• Shadow layer
• Sub layer
• String model
• SPARKLE sound layer

All components feed into the same sound architecture, allowing you to blend different tonal elements and create more detailed, layered sounds.

New SYMPATHY Resonance

The SYMPATHY feature adds sympathetic resonance between held and newly played notes. Similar to the natural resonance created when holding a piano sustain pedal, previously held notes can continue to interact with new notes.

A dedicated section provides control over:

• BLEND
• DECAY
• TONE

This makes it possible to add subtle harmonic interaction or create deeper resonant and evolving textures.

Four New Assignable Envelopes

STRANG 2 introduces four additional freely assignable envelopes. The A/B switch provides access to expanded modulation possibilities with up to twelve assignments, including creative destinations such as FOLD and TWIST.

These envelopes allow for more detailed movement and sound shaping, giving producers greater control over how their sounds evolve over time.

Sampler Patterns and Modulation Movement

The instrument includes thirteen fixed sequences for the sample-and-hold stage. These patterns can be used in bar-specific or chord-specific ways, adding rhythmic and harmonic variation to modulation.

This feature is useful for creating moving textures, animated sounds, rhythmic synthesis, and evolving sonic patterns.

Custom Skins and Workflow

STRANG 2 includes customizable skins that change the visual appearance of the instrument, including its background, controls, frames, and backlighting.

The updated interface allows you to personalize the plugin’s appearance while maintaining access to its creative sound-design tools.

Expanded Preset Library

The Factory Library has been expanded to include 341 presets, including 37 new presets. New additions are organized in a dedicated NEW category for faster browsing.

STRANG 2 also supports flexible preset management. Export individual presets or create shared preset packs complete with a title, author name, and cover artwork.

Key Features of Quantastical Sound STRANG 2

• Organic subtractive synthesis engine
• Real-time convolution processing for every voice
• Dynamic note-to-note sound variation
• Single oscillator sound foundation
• Shadow sound layer
• Sub layer for additional low-frequency weight
• String model for expressive tonal character
• SPARKLE layer for additional texture and detail
• SYMPATHY sympathetic resonance
• BLEND, DECAY, and TONE controls for resonance shaping
• Four additional assignable envelopes
• Up to twelve modulation assignments
• FOLD and TWIST modulation destinations
• Thirteen sample-and-hold patterns
• Bar-specific and chord-specific pattern options
• Customizable interface skins
• 37 new presets
• Expanded Factory Library with 341 presets
• Dedicated NEW preset category
• Individual preset export
• Create and share custom preset packs
• Preset pack title, author, and cover art support
• Suitable for organic, atmospheric, experimental, and evolving sound design

Create Organic and Evolving Synth Sounds

Quantastical Sound STRANG 2 is designed for producers and sound designers looking for something beyond traditional subtractive synthesis. Its real-time convolution, sympathetic resonance, layered sound architecture, and flexible modulation system make it suitable for creating expressive basses, atmospheric pads, evolving textures, experimental sounds, cinematic layers, and unique electronic tones.

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Learn More

Learn more about Quantastical Sound and STRANG 2 by visiting the official developer website.

Quantastical Sound STRANG 2 combines real-time convolution, organic subtractive synthesis, layered sound generation, sympathetic resonance, advanced modulation, and an expanded preset library to deliver expressive and constantly evolving sounds for modern music production.