Layers Instrument

A powerful and versatile instrument blending vintage, analog, and modern sounds to inspire music creators of all styles.

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Versatile. Creative. Retro. Modern. All In One Plugin.

Over the years, we’ve sampled and re-sampled a wide range of instruments for various projects, from vintage and modern synths to acoustic sounds. Layers brings together the best of our collection into one powerful plugin, designed to transform each sound in distinct and creative ways. Whether you’re after pristine, classic tones or complex sequences and immersive soundscapes, Layers unlocks limitless creative potential. From hyperpop and lofi beats to cinematic scores, Layers is your versatile toolkit for professional-grade sound design and endless inspiration.

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Distinctive Sounds. Immediate Inspiration. Endless Possibilities.

Hundreds Of Sound Sources & Creative Presets

Choose from a vast library of presets and meticulously recorded multi-sampled sound sources or layer up to three sound sources simultaneously to create your own unique sounds. There are 250+ sound sources and 300+ factory presets.

Acoustic
A small collection of multi-sampled acoustic instruments including pianos, keyboards and strings. Featuring a few re-sampled acoustic instruments that were featured in our Lofi Panda instrument.

Bass, Bells, Brass
Bass, bell, and brass sounds created and processed with different synth models, pedals and hardware

Flutes, Pads, Keys, Leads
Sounds created and processed with different synth models, pedals and hardware

Hybrid
Experimental and granular textures created by combining sampled sounds and wavetable synthesis then lightly processing through granular FX’s

Textures & Release
Sampled and lightly processed soundscapes and noises

Synths, Waveforms
Custom designed waveforms that were designed on different synth models including a wide range of vintage and analog synths

Instruments & Hardware Used:
Every synth sound was meticulously crafted using iconic and rare synthesizers, including the ESQ-1 and Prophet 6, among others. The acoustic sounds were captured in various studios by a diverse team of skilled engineers. 

Effortless Modulation with Drag-and-Drop Simplicity

Experience the power of advanced modulation made easy. Layers’ intuitive drag-and-drop interface lets you effortlessly shape and manipulate your sounds, opening up limitless creative possibilities.

Enhance Your Sound with 35 Unique Effects

Transform your sounds with a wide array of effects, from lush reverbs to reversed delays.  Layers’ extensive effects suite allows you to add depth, texture, and character to your sound.

Delays
Multiband Delay, PingPong Delay, Reverse Delay, Slapback Delay, Twist Delay

Dynamics
Auto-Swell, Compressor, Gate, Up/Down Compressor

Colour
Digital Saturator, Haze Distortion, Modern Saturator, Pixelate, Shred Distortion, Vintage Saturator

Filter
Filters, EQ-3, Vocalizer, Wow Filter

Modulation
Auto-Panner, Chorus, Flanger, Grains, Phaser, Pitch Reflections, Remolo, Vibrato,

Reverb
Glisten Reverb, Infinite Reverb, Simple Reverb, Plate Reverb

Utility
Detuner, Looper, Mid-Side, Widener

Instantly Generate Ideas with Randomization Controls

Utilize powerful randomization algorithms to instantly shuffle each layer’s sound source and generate unique arpeggiator sequences, sparking new creative possibilities.

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Multi-Sampled Instruments & Unique Textures

Introducing a vast collection of over 250 meticulously multi-sampled sound sources, spanning decades of sonic evolution. Dive into the rich, nostalgic tones of vintage synths from the 80s and 90s, balanced by the cutting-edge clarity of modern synths from the 2000s. In addition to synths, you’ll find a variety of beautifully captured acoustic instruments and distinctive textures that add depth and uniqueness to your music. Each sound has been carefully recorded and lightly enhanced using external hardware to preserve and highlight its authentic character, offering unparalleled warmth and detail in every note.

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All productions were created with Retro Layers without any external plugins. Drums & Vocals not included

Layers Instrument

AAX, AU, VST3 Plugin Files

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300+ Factory Preset Library

Drag & Drop Modulation

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Size: 5  GB Sample Library
Formats Included: Audio Unit, AAX, VST, & VST3
Number of Sounds: 250+ Multi-Sampled Sound-sources
Number of Presets: 300+
System Requirements:

Mac OS X 10.14 to macOS 13+ (64-bit)

Windows 10 to Windows 11+ (64-bit)

Activation: Serial Number Protection. No third party software needed
Works With: All software supporting VST, AAX and AU plugins including Fl Studio, Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, Studio One, Garage Band, Reason, Reaper, Pro Tools + more