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REVOLUTION a Reverse Instrument by Sample Fuel Review
“REVOLUTION is Sample Fuel first Reversing Instrument Library that utilizes 2 different synthesis engines making it one of the most unique and capable reversing sample library instruments available anywhere.
REVOLUTION a Reverse Instrument by Sample Fuel
REVOLUTION is Sample Fuel first Reversing Instrument Library that utilizes 2 different synthesis engines making it one of the most unique and capable reversing sample library instruments available anywhere.
“The approach when creating this instrument was not to be just a one-shot reverse library but to deliver a product that would be the most usable and unique reverse library on the market for the modern-day media composer.” said Danny Lux, Owner at SAMPLE FUEL and continues “Our goal was not just to reverse the sample content and call it done, but to create an engine capable of creating reversing textures that you can loop, mangle, layer on top of one another or add to a granular texture. The patches are interesting and unique enough to give your compositions new color and texture.” SAMPLE FUEL did send a review copy with no strings attached.
Installation
You download the packages, unpack and install it by clicking the includes sound set. It is really easy to install a Halion sound set. No USB-e-licenser dongle required it works with soft e-licenser or USB.
Sound
REVOLUTION is a hybrid synth/sample Virtual Instrument emphasizing reversing sounds that utilize the simple and intuitive CRE8 Engine powered by Steinberg’s FREE Halion Sonic SE platform.
EVOLUTION is Reversing Instrument Library that utilizes 2 different synthesis engines making it one of the most unique and capable reversing sample library instruments available anywhere.
The approach of the producing company was to deliver a product that would be the most usable and unique reverse library on the market for the modern-day media composer.
The developed engine can reverse the sample in the process produces reversing textures and sounds. Those new vibes can be easily looped and shaped.
EVOLUTION is an individual library, there are alternatives that explore similar areas but this one produces a vibe and tone that I did not hear before. The collection makes pretty much any reverse sound you need.
Of the presets, some of my favorites are actually the simple reverse synth and E-piano instruments. It includes a treasure chest, with sounds ranging from lush to aggressive vibes.
Patches and sampled Istruments
The developed patches are compelling and unprecedented and deliver your compositions new color, vibe, and texture. Sample Fuel did sample: Acoustic Guitar 12 String, Acoustic Guitar, Acoustic Guitar Harmonics, Auto Harp, Bass Guitar, Buzzy Synth, Celeste, Dirty Electric Guitar, Electric Guitar, Electric Guitar Harmonics, Electric Piano 1, Electric Piano 2, Feedback Wurli, Glockenspiel, Granular Bowl, Granular Glass, Granular Handbell, Grand Piano, Granular Piano, Harmonic Keys, Karimba (hybrid kalimba and marimba mixed), Mountain Dulcimer, Noisey Keys, Sine Waves, and Vibraphone.
REVOLUTION Features:
- DUAL LAYER REVERSING SAMPLE ENGINE.
- PHRASE LOOPING – Play any phrase with a length as short as a 16th note or as long as 8 Beats and it will loop in reverse automatically.
- NOTE VALUE KEY SWITCHING – Reversing Layers 1 and 2 can have their note values key switched independently in real-time. For example, Layer 1 can be set to a Whole note while Layer 2 can be set to Half or Quarter notes creating complex and interesting reverse
poly rhythms . - GRANULAR ENGINE – Layer 3 provides a modern granular engine with up to
8 grain streams per oscillator to create complex rich and spacious structures. We utilize this layer to create beautiful pads that layer with the REVERSING Engine to create hybrid pads with reversing elements.
- 26 DIFFERENT INSTRUMENT SOURCES – We have sampled 26 different instruments with repeated note values of various lengths. This allows you to have chords or phrases repeating in note values of 16th, 8th, Quarter, Half, Whole, or 8 Beats (2 Whole Notes).
- MIRROR-SLING SHOT PATCHES – All 26 instruments have patches that allow you to play them in a normal forward sound that then reverses back in a mirrored fashion.
- Presets have up to 3 Layers and you can load patches in up to 16 slots that can be used multi-timbral or layered by assigning patches to the same MIDI channel.
- You can load patches in up to 16 slots that can be used multi-timbral or layered by assigning patches to the same MIDI channel.
- An intuitive single user interface that provides all the functionality you would reach for during composing or performing.
- 18 different insert effects.
- 61 Total effects via the aux channels.
- 8 Quick Control knobs to access the most common parameters for fast adjustments.
- Works with soft
elicenser or USB.
User interface & Usability
The accessibility of REVOLUTION is at the highest level. You can jam along with one of the many included presets/tones and if needed change the vibe and tone in the engine developed.
The powerful but well-designed user interface supports your desire for new sounds and if you want to experiment.
Rating: Five out of five stars
REVOLUTION is a collection of produced high-quality original sounds that comes with a large variety and are an excellent fit into many scores and genres. Sample Fuel has produced Halion sample set with a steady level of originality and artistic gift. Revolution is dedicated to shifting your attention of audio in reverse and sounds great.
Virtual Instrument Library
80% OFF Scoring Pads Bundle by Sample Fuel + $70 Discount Code for Pad Motion Layers
2025
Scoring Pads Bundle by Sample Fuel Sale
This time limited deal features the Scoring Pads Bundle by Sample Fuel and contains CYCLE CRE8 and Pad Motion 3.0.
CYCLE – CRE8
CYCLE – CRE8 is a simple and easy to use 4 sample layer instrument that cycles through the layers in a rhythmic fashion. CYCLE-CRE8 is an essential addition for any composer who needs to add underscore, pads, and ambiances to their track. Requires HALion Sonic SE 3.2.20 FREE, HALion Sonic 3.2.20 or HALion 6.2.1 or higher. (Note: HALion Sonic SE 3 requires mac OS 10.11 or Higher/ Windows 7 or higher)
To learn more about this library take a look at StrongMocha’s CYCLE-CRE8 Review.
Cycle-CRE8 is all about moving, emotional sound waves that while in motion are always interesting to listen to. There are so many excellent patches included which you can use straight out of the box and have them evolve over time. Cycle-CRE8 is a synth engine based on samples that house 4 different sample layers with over 675 different sample sources each. The engine cycles through each layer in the order in tempo with the host/DAW. When the cycling is disabled, this instrument is capable to create thick and powerful 4 layer pads. The factory library includes over 450 professionally curate program presets.
Sample Fuel libraries are my personal favorite source for pads, textures, and ambiances. Cycle-CRE8 fits just into the line up of unheard, unique libraries, this time with a lot of attractive movements. CYCLE-CRE8 is an essential addition for any composer who needs to add underscore, pads, and ambiances to their track.
PAD MOTION
PAD MOTION is Sample Fuel’s most powerful Virtual Instrument to date and takes advantage of all 4 synthesis types (Sample, Grain, Analog Modeled, Wavetable) available in the CRE8 Engine.
Want to learn more about this library take a look at StrongMocha’s PAD MOTION – Cinematic Pads with Movement by SAMPLE FUEL Review
PAD MOTION is based on the CRE8 (also by Sample Fuel) Engine. The library is a Halion Sonic SE sound set. The company has not plan to support Kontakt as what is possible for them to deliver in Halion is not easily possible to create in those other platforms. The producer who is also a professional composer has been using the HALion platform for many years.
PAD MOTION – Cinematic Pads with Movement is outstanding to produce pads that have a unique vibe. You need a complex motion for underscore or in the background of your main track look no further this library creates different moods and textures.
Pad Motion is one of the gems available for composer and as the other libraries from Sample Fuel made me use Halion again. Always try to combine the different features, also start to experiment for example by freezing the motion and hear what happens.
Pricing and Availability
For just $49.99 (instead of $248), get the Scoring Pads Bundle (Affiliate Link) which contains 2 world-class products by Sample Fuel: CYCLE CRE8 and Pad Motion 3.0!
Pad Motion Layers
PAD MOTION LAYERS is a branch product of Sample Fuel’s flagship instrument PAD MOTION. Pad Motion Layers utilizes 4 layers of sample synthesis delivering it one of the most unique and capable sample library instruments. The patches are impressive but simple enough to let you compose with them rather than being limited to the point where you have to compose around them. Many of the presets live up to the name PAD MOTION LAYERS and have complex motion to create interesting textures and moods. Pad Motion Layers powers the more than 900unique sampled sources available.
The PAD MOTION LAYERS SYNTH section is an overview display of the sample content used in the patch. The actual display is only showing the first sample used in the loaded patch if that patch utilizes multi-samples.
This synth page also includes a sample browser/loader that allows you to switch between any of the available 900 possible sample/multi-sample choices that can be used for sound design patch creation. It also features the ability to Drag and Drop your own samples into the engine. There are also many parameters to adjust sample start times, end times, loop points, crossfade loops, etc.
Each Layer contains its own modulation modules that are preassigned to specific parameters. The user can adjust the amount the modulation modules affect the assigned parameters by the amount slider next to the said parameter.
The modulations include:
- User Envelope that can be assigned to a number of destinations.
- LFO
- Step Modulator
- dedicated GATE to the Volume.
Pricing and Availability
PAD MOTION LAYERS is available now. Crossgrade Price for Owners of Full Version Pad Motion For owners of Pad Motion the crossgrade price for Pad Motion Layers is 50% OFF the normal price. If you want to upgrade, please contact info@samplefuel.com
Sample Fuel Releases Pad Motion 3.0 a FREE UPDATE
SAMPLE FUEL announced Pad Motion 3.0 a FREE Update to its most unique and versatile sample library software instrument available immediately. This is a completely FREE update that includes improvements to the GUI, New User Envelope Presets, over 220 new sampled sources and over 1740 presets now included.
NEW FEATURES in Pad Motion 3.0 Update
- Improved GUI design for the Sample and Grain Layers.
- Improved GUI design for the Analog Modeled Synth and Wavetable Layers
- Over 220 new Sample Sources.
- Now Over 1740 Program Presets included.
- New Gate Modulation
- New “Multiplier and Divider” grid function for the User Envelopes
- New User Envelope presets
- Lo Pass Filter and Hi Pass Filter type drop down menus
- LFO Rate graphics
“Pad Motion 3.0 update brings many new enhancements, features, and presets. Pad Motion 3.0 brings now more than 900 sample sources, more than 1740 presets. In this update, we wanted to maximize the efficiency and the intuitive workflow of Pad Motion. The analog modeled synth and wavetable synth has been condensed into one layer allowing the user to tweak both synths at once without having to switch layers. In addition, the user can even switch between Sample and Grain freely in one layer 2 instead of having to load a layer-specific to either type of synthesis. With the new enhancements to the modern GUI, the simplification of layer layout and the large amount of new content, Pad Motion 3.0 is more powerful and capable to suit any compositional needs.” said Danny Lux, Owner at SAMPLE FUEL.
Key Features in Pad Motion 3.0
- Sample and granular engine with up to 8 de-tunable voices
- Over 900 sample sources
- Over 1740 program presets
- Analog Modeled Synthesizer with a Sub and 8 de-tunable voices.
- A Wavetable oscillator synth with 8 de-tunable voices. Also includes a Noise
oscillator. - Presets have up to 3 Layers utilizing 4 different kinds of synthesis at once and a
user can load patches in up to 16 slots that can be used multi-timbral or layered
by assigning patches to the same MIDI channel. - A single user interface that provides all the functionality a user would reach for
during composing or performing. - 18 different insert effects.
61 Total effects via the aux channels. - 8 Quick Control knobs to access the most common parameters for fast
adjustments. - Works with soft elicenser or USB.
Pricing and Availability
This is a completely FREE update that includes improvements to the GUI, New User Envelope Presets, over 220 new sampled sources and over 1740 presets now included available for immediate download. Price: Pad Motion 3.0 is currently listed at the promo price of $99.99 but will normally be $149.99. It is available for immediate download here.
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