Steinberg HALion 7 is an updated version of the VST sampler. The new product offers a section with an FM synthesis engine, developed in collaboration with Yamaha, which allows you to combine up to eight operators, and the Algorithm Finder function makes it easy to create both classic Yamaha DX7 synthesizer sounds and modern FM sound patches. In addition, the software now supports importing files (SYX format) of Yamaha instruments, including the DX7 and TX81Z. The next update is the Spectral Zone section, which has a spectral oscillator with Time-Stretch and Resynthesis algorithms with parameters such as Format Shift, Spectral Filter, Purity and Inharmonicity for various sample transformations.
HALion’s modulation capabilities have also been expanded with a redesigned interface that allows you to assign modulation sources and destinations via a drag-and-drop system or via the new Modulation Row interface (appears when you click on parameters). Additionally, the Envelope module now features brush, pen, and eraser tools, making it easy to create your own envelopes in addition to a number of pre-designed shapes, while a new Shaper mode allows you to cycle through different envelope shapes in sync with the DAW’s tempo.
In addition, several updated effects have been introduced, including EQ, delay, chorus, overdrive, envelope filter, and the ability to import impulse response files for use in the REVerence reverb effect. Steinberg has reportedly included several built-in files derived from iconic effects units from companies such as EMT and Lexicon. Other improvements in HALion 7 include expanded wavetable synthesis features, an updated mixer with improved effects processing capabilities, and a redesigned MediaBay with easier browsing/selection of samples, layers, and presets.
Remove the previous version (recommendation from R2R, so at your discretion)
Note:
If the certificate (R2RCA.cer) is already installed, skip step #1
Install the R2RCA.cer certificate
Win+R > enter certmgr.msc > Enter > Trusted Root Certification Authorities > Certificates > RMB on “Certificates” > All tasks > import > point to the R2RCA.cer file
You can check whether the certificate has been installed using the R2RCERTEST.exe file (after rebooting the OS)
Install Setup Steinberg Silk Emulator v1.3.0.exe
Reboot the OS
Install HALion7.msi_and/or HALionSonic7.msi
Install Generic_Lower_Latency_ASIO_Driver_64bit.msi – if necessary
Place the Content_ folder in
Code
%PROGRAMDATA%\Steinberg\
If Steinberg Library Manager(SLM) is installed, launch it and drag the Content_ folder into the SLM
(R2R) window. To install the content, check our other release: Steinberg.HALion.7.Content-R2R (it is not on the site), so download third-party
Content from version 6 works
