Puremagnetik has entered the soundware market with a subscription service for downloading sample packs and soft synth presets. Developed by New York based sound designer Micah Frank, Puremagnetik delivers "Micropacks" for monthly download. Subscribers can also benefit from Puremagnetik magazine content that includes news articles, production tips, artist interviews and podcasts.
There are currently two "Micropacks" available for immediate download:
Vintage 80's Classics for Ableton Sampler and EXS
- Over 40 multi-sampled instruments.
- Ableton Sampler & EXS formats.
- A collection of Analog Strings, Leads, Brass and Horns.
- Fully Utilizes Ableton's Instrument Rack format - Complete with effects and macro controls.
- Over 500 MB of Sounds.
DJ Tools Volume 1 - Beats and Builds
- 10 unique rhythmic patterns.
- 5 long build-up sequences.
- Pattern Variations for user editing.
- Ableton & Traktor Ready Loop Points.
- 24-bit Mastered .wav Files.
Upcoming "Micropacks" include:
- FM8 Juice! - 58 new presets for FM8.
- DJ Tools Volume 2 - More beats and builds.
- Unnatural Selection - Evolving Soundscapes for Ableton's Sampler.
- Micropack for Operator.
- Micropack for Zebra 2.0.
As a "pre-release" October special, Puremagnetik subscriptions can be purchased for $3.49 (the normal price is $5.75 per month).