Testimonials
Read what reviewers and top composers have to say about our products.
Top Reviews
MB Gordy Percussion – Boobams – Future Music
“In many respects this is a pretty simple instrument, but its usefulness has been expanded by providing ensemble options (where hits are layered, and triggered with variable timing between hits) and the extensive effects and processing options. These are nicely demonstrated with the provided snapshots that extend its range into more unusual distorted or reverberant territory.”
Bruce Aisher (Future Music 401)
Water Piano – Future Music
“This might just sound like a gimmick, but with a single control a pleasant-sounding piano is transformed into its more muted and odder alter-echo. The lower registers transform into something akin to a palm-muted piano, whilst higher keys continue to ring out in a more conventional way.”
“The real winner for me here is the Freeze parameter which adds an infinitely sustaining granular/reverb layer to the ‘straight’ samples. Even better is that it’s also controlled by the amp envelope and sustain pedal allowing you to create playable slabs of ‘frozen’ piano that cut off between each chord. More conventional reverb can be added, and further processing on top this takes place in the Console page.”
“Water Piano is fun and flexible but also high usable.”
Bruce Aisher (Future Music 401)
MB Gordy Percussion – Boobams – Sample Library Review
“I’m loving the instrument. It’s melodic percussion, but it really does kinda take it out somewhere real special with the console and the fx chains you can use; the snapshots are really great. And of course, this is the first time this instrument’s been recorded, and it is a secret weapon.”
Don Bodin (Sample Library Review)
Artist Testimonial – Martin Galway
“I can tell you this is the most accurate-sounding SID software synthesizer you will ever hear… I basically believed I was working with a Commodore 64 via some incredible new graphical interface. InSIDious allows me to create gigantic arrangements in perfect sync.”
Martin Galway (Composer, Rastan, Wizball, Arkanoid, Comic Bakery (and many more))
Shreddage 3 Stratus – Beat Magazine
“For either lively rhythm performances or expressive solos, Shreddage 3 Stratus impressively captures the versatile and characteristic sound of the Fender Stratocaster. This instrument is excellent for a variety of genres such as rock, metal, funk, or soul. Though it already sounds good with the integrated effects, it becomes really authentic with a high-quality external amp sim. The appealing interface makes this powerful Kontakt instrument comfortable and intuitive to use.” (6/6 Stars)
BEAT Magazine (03 2019)
Cosmos – Beat Magazine
“You’ll get an energetic collection of atmospheric and pulsating sounds with a futuristic, hybrid style, ideal for underscore and film music. But Cosmos can also work for other genres like chillout and ambient. The sampled material is multifaceted and inspiring, with gentle as well as biting sounds. There’s also a big plus for the straightforward and simple operation.” (5/6 Stars)
BEAT Magazine (02 2020)
Shreddage 3 Precision FREE – Beat Magazine
“Thanks to multiple dynamic layers and round robins, Shreddage 3 Precision FREE produces realistic-sounding licks. Owners of the full version of Kontakt should definitely take this free replica of an electric p-bass with them.” (5.5/6 Stars)
BEAT Magazine (04 2020)
Shreddage 3 Hydra – Beat Magazine
“Whether you’re looking for gripping distorted riffs or screaming solos, Shreddage 3 Hydra is an expressive, nuanced, and playable instrument that feels right at home with metal & rock music. However, it’s not just the distorted and hi-gain tones that are convincing. The clean tones are also excellent.” (6/6 Stars)
BEAT Magazine (06/07 2020)
Artist Testimonial – Flexstyle
“Cyclops is an excellent one-stop shop for electronic music production. Has everything you need to get going, the sound design is quite good, and I’ve found several patches and sounds that I’ll be bookmarking for future use.”
Flexstyle (EDM Artist & Remixer)
Pedal Steel – KeyboardKraze
“This company puts out a product that is state of the art almost every time. Pedal Steel is an extremely playable pedal steel guitar… As far as the sound quality goes with Pedal Steel, I really believe it’s top-notch. There’s really not much to dislike here, other than the price is a little steep.”
Chris Senner (KeyboardKraze)
Pedal Steel – Sound on Sound
“The sampling itself is of a high quality… and the mixing and processing facilities are very good, so if you’re prepared to work on your playing technique and master the tools provided, this instrument is certainly worth a try.” (4/5 Stars)
Tom Flint (Sound on Sound)
Shreddage 3 Series – Sample Library Review
“Impact Soundworks have blown the lid off my DAW with Shreddage 3. This is the electric guitar library I have long been looking for. Whether you want a rocking rhythm guitarist, a wailing, screaming guitar soloist, or simply a tool for writing your own rhythm and solo guitar parts, Shreddage 3 fits the bill. You can easily write a full rock track with Shreddage 3 that sounds authentic and believable. It’s hard to ask for much more than that.”
Raborn Johnson (Sample Library Review)
Ventus Winds Duduk – Sound on Sound
“Upon loading Ventus Duduk in Kontakt the first impression users may get is that Impact Soundworks have packed quite a bit under the hood of such a modestly priced instrument… In the end we have a beautifully performed and playable duduk virtual instrument, with great customisability at a steal of a price.” (Sound On Sound)
