Real electric guitars, reimagined for cinematic expressiveness. Micron FRETS adds clean, expressive electric guitars to the Micron XY Playable engine. Every note is diatonically sampled on every string, delivering authentic responsiveness and depth. Choose which group of strings to strum like a guitarist for unique tonal variations and realism, or let the engine choose the optimal position for your licks.
From soft fingerpicked notes to angled, scraping pick attacks, every articulation is carefully crafted to convey warmth, intimacy and emotion. Legato and loop rock features add life and humanity to your playing, whether you’re recording a scene or composing soulful ambient music.
Ever-changing sounds
Unleash the power of our innovative 4-layer instrument with an intuitive XY pad to create dynamic soundscapes that will take your listeners on an unforgettable journey. With a vast collection of carefully crafted sound sources, the possibilities are endless. Create an infinite number of unique patches with the randomize function.
Beyond the guitar
Beyond clean tones, FRETS includes:
- Shimmer & Pads – processed guitars transformed into soft, shimmering textures
- Guitar Synths – samples of iconic vintage instruments like the Roland GR-300, VG-8 and more, creating classic post-rock and cinematic tones
- Extended bowed instrument sounds with embellishments for a variety of performances • and more…
Built-in Arpeggiator
The built-in arpeggiator lets you create rhythmic, picking patterns perfect for today’s cinematic and inspirational styles – dense, muted phrases pulsating with subtle energy.
Multi-sampled Electric Guitars
MICRON FRETS features samples of several electric guitars, each with a unique articulation and technique that best suits the sound. You’ll find solid guitars played with a pick, hollow guitars played with fingers, and several pickup options.
Fretboard Visualization
We’ve sampled all the strings diatonically. For each electric guitar source, you can set the fret position for each phrase or let the engine determine it automatically.
Who is it for?
Composers, film sound designers, ambient musicians, worship bands, post-rock players, and anyone looking for a real guitar sound with deep emotional character. FRETS is ideal for post-rock, contemporary Christian music, film scoring, and storytelling through sound.
Flip the Script: Instant Reverse and Stepped Volume Control
Change reality with intuitive reverse, instantly switching each sample layer and revealing unexpected sonic textures. Create rhythmic pulses and evolving dynamics with stepped volume control for each layer, adding intricate movement to your four-layered sound compositions.
