ASSAULT Manual
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1. 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5 ASSAULT IN DEPTH 6 How ASSAULT is organized 6 Instrument Categories 6 User Interface amp Controls 7 General Feature Overview amp Descriptions 8 Triggers 25 Arpeggigater 26 LFO Seq Module 27 Multi2. Sample Logic LLC New York www samplelogic com info samplelogic com Native Instruments Software Synthesis GmbH 2013 All rights reserved KONTAKT is a trademark of Native Instruments Software Synthesis Germany Native Instruments GmbH Schlesische Str 28 D 10997 Berlin Germany www native instruments de USA Native Instruments USA Inc 5631 A Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles CA 90028 www native instruments com ASSAULT 2 Table of Contents MISSION STATEMENT 3 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT 3 INTRODUCTION 4 What is ASSAULT
3. Hi Cut Use the Cutoff knobs to set the frequency at which low high frequencies signals are cut attenuated Note Hi Cut is assignable to MIDI input velocity under the Options window Reson Use the Resonance knob to create a boost at the Hi Cut cutoff frequency Note When a filter parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 12 LoFi Presets Choose a LoFi preset from the dropdown menu Bit Determines the resolution in bits Lower values cause a stronger lo fi effect S Rate Sample Rate Reduces the high frequency response and overall signal quality Noise Adds hiss to the audio signal Color Noise Color Determines the tonality of the noise applied to a signal Increase to dampen high freq noise Output Sets the output level of the overall proces
4. Black Off These buttons are located next to any parameter that can be sequenced C Random When clicked all of the effect parameters are randomized The intensity can be scaled in Options G D Strength Meter Displayed for selected sequenced effect parameter Green is low and Red is strong E Open Controls Click to open the corresponding controls window F Parameter Display Box Displays the currently selected effect parameter and value G Options Access to the instrument s performance parameters C F D E B A G ASSAULT 9 EQ Presets Choose an EQ preset from the dropdown menu Each Freq band can be sequenced by clicking on the black button to the left of the fader Freq Frequency band Gain The boost or attenuation at the selected frequency band Note When
5. with the ability to drastically effect the sound of any instrument instantly and non destructively MULTIS amp MULTI SCRIPT MACROS One of the biggest features introduced in ASSAULT are the powerful Multi Script Macros first introduced in Cinematic Guitars 2 Now more lethal than ever Multi Script Macros can be automated by using the new macro knob step sequencers resulting in real time macro sequencing and instrument parameter control On top of that each of the 6 Macro knobs can be assigned to any combination of instrument parameters within a multi Multi script macros are completely customizable and can be easily created and saved simply add or subtract them by using the plus and minus buttons on the multi interface By design any combination of instrument interface parameters can be assigned to a single macro Whether performing live or automating a multi in a
6. the middle C octave range C3 Sample ranges outside the recommended key map should be used at your own discretion Sample key ranges have been stretched transposed to maximize creative possibilities and sonic fidelity How ASSAULT is organized ASSAULT is built around 8 main categories Each category is named by a general sound type or intended use Within each folder are instruments that are named by their by genre timbre and the mood they evoke but by no means should they be limited by their title or category Our system is designed to better help you with organization and finding the sound you are looking for Please keep in mind that Instruments are named based on what our programmers felt appropriate Some could fit into multiple categories therefore they are named in a way that suggests this In these situations the instruments are placed
7. Fade In Adds a attack envelope to the LFO Waveform Chooser Choose the type of LFO Sine Square Triangle Random LFO Preset Chooser There are 3 LFOs presets that can be assigned Retrigger When activated the LFO is triggered with MIDI input When deactivated it runs continuously ASSAULT 28 MULTIS Multi Script Macros Each multi has its own set of up to 6 macro controls that are assignable to external MIDI control and Kontakt MIDI CC control The title of each macro can be customized by double clicking or highlighting the name and typing in a new name To reassign or assign new parameters to the macros right click on the desired parameter in an instrument to learn MIDI and then click on a macro to assign it Each Multi Script Macro has its own customizable step sequencer for Macro automation An active sequenc
8. an EQ parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 10 COMPRESSOR Presets Choose a Compressor preset from the dropdown menu Threshold Sets a level above which the compressor starts reducing peaks Signals above the threshold are effected those below are uneffected Ratio Determines the amount of compression Attack Sets how quickly the compressor kicks in after input signal exceeds the threshold Release Sets how quickly the compressor stops when the input signal falls below the threshold Output Sets the output level of the overall processed effect Note When a compressor parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 11 FILTER Presets Choose a Filter preset from the dropdown menu Lo Cut
9. When a Chorus parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 18 DELAY Presets Choose a Delay preset from the dropdown menu Time Sets the time resolution of the delay based on rhythmic values Damping Reduces high frequencies in the delayed signals Pan Sets a panning effect where consecutive repeats echoes alternate between left and right channel Feedback Sets the amount presence of repeating echoes Dry Wet Sets how much delay is applied to the mix relative to the original signal Note When a Delay parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 19 REVERB Convolution or Digital Type Switches between convolution and digital reverb Presets Choose a Reverb preset from the dropdown menu
10. a Flanger preset from the dropdown menu Depth Determines the amount of the LFO modulation Speed Sets the speed of the LFO modulating the signal Phase Effects the phase difference between the LFOs that drive the left and right stereo channels Color Sets the speed of the LFO modulating the signal Feedback Sets the speed of the LFO modulating the signal Note When a Flanger parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 17 CHORUS Presets Choose a Chorus preset from the dropdown menu Depth Sets the amount of LFO modulation applied to a signal Higher amounts result in stronger chorusing Speed Sets the speed of the LFO modulating the signal Phase Effects the phase difference between the LFOs that drive the left and right stereo channels Note
11. issues including authorization and installation troubleshooting visit support page at www samplelogic com support or send us an e mail at support samplelogic com ASSAULT 30 Credits Producers amp Programmers Sample Logic LLC Joe Trupiano amp Keith Robinson Recordings Rick Allen Special Thanks Klaus Baetz The Native Instruments Team Ryo Ishido Steve Ouimette www samplelogic com
12. the Mod Wheel Instruments labeled SEQ means that they are pre programmed with tempo synced effects driven by the internal Multi core Effect Sequencers inside the instrument interface Instruments labeled ARG means that they are pre programmed with effects assigned to the Arpeggigater Instruments labeled TRG means that they are pre programmed with effects assigned to the Triggers ASSAULT 7 User Interface amp Controls There are three main types of Instrument Interfaces Each instrument consists of multiple windows and a static mixer control section MIXER VIEW Default MIXER VIEW Wave View ASSAULT 8 GENERAL FEATURE OVERVIEW amp DESCRIPTIONS A Effect ON OFF Red ON Black Off B Sequencer ON OFF buttons When activated use the corresponding knob to control the strength of the effect Green Active
13. number of possible setups and within them any number of compatibility issues software conflicts hardware problems and so on Performance issues If your CPU becomes bogged down during playback causing audio popping glitches or dropouts try the following suggestions Try turning off any convolution reverbs that are ON Reduce the number of voices in each instrument on the instrument interface Purge unused samples for instruments Set the Kontakt CPU overload protection to relaxed or medium etc and or set the appropriate multiprocessor settings from the Engine settings tab under Kontakt s Options menu Adjust the latency slider under Audio settings tab from Kontakt s Options menu If you have more than 2GB of RAM experiment with the KMS Kontakt Memory Server settings from the Memory tab under Kontakt s Options menu For unresolved
14. sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 22 OPTIONS Glide Sets the glide time between notes creating sliding effect between consecutively played notes Voices Sets the number of voices played when pressing a key Spread Controls the panning amount of each voice Detune Sets the detuning between voices Pitch Bend Semitones Sets the number of semitones that the pitch bend wheel controls Velocity Intensity Controls how much influence the velocity input has over volume Random Intensity Controls how drastic the master randomize button in the Mixer section effects the overall instrument Monophonic Enables monophonic 1 voice playing mode Velocity to Hi Cut Assigns MIDI input velocity to effect the Hi Cut filter ASSAULT 23 PAN Pan Sequencer ON OFF Activates pan sequencing
15. the MIDI input velocity by 100 0 no effect Note Order Gate Select note order direction from various presets for the ARP This is where the GATER is activated Octave Add octave transpositions to the ARP step range Strike Sets the number of repeats per note Duration Alters the note length of each ARP step Presets Choose from 10 preset patterns Steps Window Determine the playback pattern of the ARP ART Steps are governed by velocity Draw in custom rhythms with the mouse pointer by clicking and dragging in the step window Speed Adjust the tempo in rhythmical values synced to the master tempo Steps Set the number of steps from the input field to right of the steps window type or drag click Sus Pedal Control Articulator Only When activated the sustain pedal controls when the Articulator is engage
16. DAW Multi Script Macros are the perfect production solution For those of you who prefer to simply pull out the big guns ASSALUT comes with over 85 customized Multis that are already locked and loaded ASSAULT 5 WHAT S UNDER THE HOOD Over 850 Instruments and Multis recorded and processed at 48k 24 bit delivered at 44 1k 24 bit Just under 1 GB sample library using Kontakt s lossless sample storage compression NI Kontakt 5 Player with native 64 bit support Stand alone VST AU DXi RTAS Pro Tools 9 or higher ASIO CoreAudio WASAPI INSTRUMENTS Bone crushing Impacts Cinematic Rises and Falls Dynamic Interrupters Percussive Arpeggigated Arpeggiated Gated Instruments sequenced Breathtaking Swipes Scrapes and Reverse Transitional Effects MULTIS 66 score ready multis Performance ready multis with up to 6 customizable
17. Multi Script Macros Each Multi Script Macro has its own customizable step sequencer for Macro automation TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Kontakt 5 Player 5 0 3 or higher free download or full version of Kontakt 5 0 3 or higher sold separately Mac OS X 10 6 10 Or 10 8 latest update Intel Core Duo 2 GB RAM 4GB recommended Windows 7 latest Service Pack 32 64 Bit Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2 2GB RAM 4GB recommended 1 GB free disk space for Kontakt 5 Player 1 GB free disk space for ASSAULT sample content ASSAULT 6 ASSAULT IN DEPTH Important features that will enhance your experience with ASSAULT Most instruments feature a variety of key ranges and transpositions that are pitched relative to the chromatic scale In most cases samples have been mapped so their fundamental pitches are nearest to
18. and steps ASSAULT 29 TIPS amp TRICKS ASSAULT can be loaded into the full retail Kontakt 5 0 3 or higher which is a separate application not included but may be purchased from Native Instruments This provides you the ability to customize the internal sample programming and effects If you own Kontakt 5 you can load this library and experiment stretch layer alter loop lengths and apply effects to each instrument Slight alterations in instrument programming may improve sample playback for your software and desired effect Customized instruments should be saved with a new unique name so the originals are preserved There are many sonic possibilities buried deep within ASSAULT waiting to be discovered but if you are just starting out or in a hurry we suggest trying out the Multis multi instrument presets for a true taste of ASSAULT We recommend t
19. for the chosen mic Pan Slider Controls pan of the chosen mic Step LFO Toggle Choose between the sequencer and LFO for parameter automation ASSAULT 24 VOLUME Volume Knob Controls the gain of the overall instrument Volume Sequencer ON OFF Activates volume sequencing for the whole instrument Note When volume is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the volume being sequenced Step LFO Toggle when seq is activated Choose between the sequencer and LFO for volume automation ASSAULT 25 TRIGGERS TRG Triggers ON OFF Activates the entire TRG module ON or OFF Presets Choose a Trigger effect preset from the dropdown menu Orange Trigger Pads Click an orange Trigger pads to activate an effects chain Add up to 6 effects chains simultaneously Low Hi Sets the key map position of the T
20. ASSAULT 1 Welcome to ASSAULT by Sample Logic Thank you for purchasing ASSAULT powered by KONTAKT PLAYER This manual is designed to guide you through the features available in ASSAULT The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Native Instruments Software Synthesis GmbH The software described by this document is subject to a License Agreement and may not be copied to other media No part of this publication may be copied reproduced or otherwise transmitted or recorded for any purpose without prior written permission by Native Instruments Software Synthesis GmbH All product and company names are trademarks of their respective owners User Manual written by Sample Logic LLC ASSAULT 2013 All Rights Reserved Sample Logic LLC Sample Logic and ASSAULT are trademarks of Sample Logic LLC
21. Script Macros 28 TIPS amp TRICKS 29 TROUBLESHOOTING 29 CREDITS 30 For Installation Instructions please see the Quickstart Installation pdf ASSAULT 3 MISSION STATEMENT Sample Logic s mission is to design new cutting edge tools for composers producers sound designers musicians and performers of all musical styles and genres This is why we are continually developing new concepts for sample libraries that focus on blurring the line between music and sound design As a company we continue to move forward building a bridge to the fut
22. d When the sustain pedal is pressed the ART runs when depressed the ART is off Fixed Velocity Sets the initial input velocity played to the max input value Copy Paste Copy or Paste a pattern steps and speed Random Randomize the pattern steps and speed Humanizer Adds random velocity variations to the ARP ART based on the offset assigned ASSAULT 21 CABINET Presets Choose a Cabinet preset from the dropdown menu and a Amp type Size Adjusts the size of the simulated cabinet Air Controls the level of early reflections in the room response adding a sense of space to the sound Treble Boosts or cuts the level of high frequencies Bass Boosts or cuts the level of low frequencies Output Sets the output level of the overall processed effect Note When a Cabinet parameter is assigned to a
23. er 850 bone crushing instruments and multis that transform sound design into superior cinematic percussive instruments In creating ASSAULT Sample Logic teamed up with veteran broadcast sound design and sound effect mastermind Rick Allen to record a monumental collection of real world sound material ranging from rifles flame throwers hand guns jets dumpsters and monstrous pipes to bells chimes glass and an arsenal of traditional percussive instruments From this material we spent numerous hours carefully manipulating and morphing the sounds to forge a sample library that will no doubt be your secret weapon ASSAULT is geared for film TV game composers and sound designers HOW IT S ORGANIZED ASSAULT is intuitively organized and divided into a variety of unique categories such as explosive impacts rises amp falls interrupters reverses sweeps scrapes quick kits tempo synced arpeggia
24. er will automate the assigned knob using the step pattern in the steps window Buttons Add or subtract Macro knobs Macro knobs Each macro knob is scalable using the number boxes to the left and right of each knob Ext Chooser Assigns an external controller CC to the macro knob CC Chooser Assigns macro knob to control the selected CC Presets Choose from 10 preset patterns Steps Window Determines the playback pattern of the sequencer 0 127 Draw in custom patterns with the mouse pointer by clicking and dragging in the steps window Speed Adjust the tempo in rhythmical values synced to the master tempo Steps Set the number of steps from the input field to right of the steps window type or drag click Copy Paste Copy or Paste a pattern steps and speed Random Randomize the pattern speed
25. hat you explore the library Be sure to audition every key and sample Save large templates of instruments as Multis to expedite your workflow When sequencing effects in the user interface try adjusting the Strength knob s to moderate maximum effect ranges especially when effects cause resonant peaks or pops in the audio Consider reducing the release time for instruments that are sequenced when you desire to play melodic or fast changing musical lines A shorter release will allow sequenced effects to retrigger from the start of their pattern otherwise they will latch onto the sequencers current location TROUBLESHOOTING If something doesn t seem to work correctly there must be a logical reason for it Native Instruments software is tested on a variety of computers and configurations to ensure proper function Having said that there remain an infinite
26. into the genre that it most appropriately fits Instrument Categories INSTRUMENTS Arpeggiated Customizable tempo synced sequenced impact loops Combos A combination of sound elements that sustain and morph over time Impacts Interrupters Short non tempo synced transitions effects for bridging tempo key variant music transitions Reverses Rises Falls Scrapes Sweeps Quick Kits Instruments containing large collections samples from one genre MULTIS Powerful preset templates combining various ASSAULT instruments into all in one presets Construction Beds Various instruments types mapped out across the keymap in zones Instrument Stacks Several instruments stacked on top of one another sharing the same keymap range Definitions Instruments labeled MW means that they are pre programmed with effects assigned to
27. is not held responsible if the material sold does not fit the end users initial purpose The sounds and samples are sold as is with no warranty or refund privileges unless the product is proven defective If the product is defective the end user is permitted 30 days after the time of purchase to contact Sample Logic with his or her claim and will receive further instructions where to return the defective product No money will be refunded however a new copy of the product will be sent to replace any defective products 3 Licensor does not take responsibility for sold material that does not properly translate to sample instrument formats that were not originally programmed in and offered To purchase additional licenses contact support samplelogic com ASSAULT 4 INTRODUCTION WHAT IS ASSAULT ASSAULT is a massive suite of ov
28. ker s high frequency horn compared to the low frequency woofer Distance Sets the distance between the virtual microphones and the rotating speaker Mix Controls the effect s strength Note When a Rotator parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 15 PHASER Presets Choose a Phaser preset from the dropdown menu Depth Determines the amount of the LFO modulation Higher values make effect stronger Speed Sets the speed of the LFO modulating the signal Phase Effects the phase difference between the LFOs that drive the left and right stereo channels Feedback Controls the intensity of the effect Note When a Phaser parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 16 FLANGER Presets Choose
29. or toggle left amp right Size Changes the length of the impulse sample Lowpass Attenuates frequencies above the chosen cutoff frequency Highpass Attenuates frequencies below the chosen cutoff frequency Pre Delay Determines the room size by setting the length of the effect Reverse Reverses the playback direction of the IR Size Changes room size Color Determines the type of material used to construct the room Damping Sets the amount of absorption in the room Higher values more absorption Stereo Adjusts the width of the reverb s spatial image Pre Delay Adds a short amount of delay before the effect takes place ASSAULT 20 ARP ART Arp Art Toggle Choose between the Arpeggiator and Articulator engine ARP uses velocity 0 100 to determine playback volume ART adds and subtracts velocity values from
30. rigger key switches to highest or lowest keyboard octave Red KS area KeySwitch Hold When activated key switches remain depressed automatically until pressed again Note When a Trigger effect chain is activated the Trigger effect jump button will glow orange ASSAULT 26 ARPEGGIGATER ARG Arpeggigater ON OFF Activates effect bypass sequencing for any effect module that is ON and assigned to the ARG Effect Chooser Choose between 14 effects and 6 Trigger effect chains to arpeggigate The step sequencer in view corresponds to the effect listed in the chooser Effect Buttons Click on an effect button to select the effect to arpeggigate Each button has an icon for its effect module The second row of buttons are for the Triggers Effect Sequencer ON OFF When on the associated effect s bypass sequencer
31. sed effect Note When a LoFi parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 13 DISTORTION Presets Choose a Distortion preset from the dropdown menu Tone Sets the brightness of the process signal Drive Determines the crunch factor The amount of distortion Bright Controls the tone of the high frequencies Bass Controls the tone of the low frequencies Output Sets the output level of the overall processed effect Note When a Distortion parameter is assigned to a sequencer its knob controls the strength of the parameter being sequenced ASSAULT 14 ROTATOR Presets Choose a Rotator preset from the dropdown menu Speed Sets the speed of the rotating speaker slow or fast Balance Sets the ratio of sound produce between the rotating spea
32. ted rhythms and a collection of over 85 customized Multis that are deeply programmed that will send chills down your spine UNPRECEDENTED INTERFACE CONTROLS ASSAULT hosts a collection of unprecedented interface controls providing over 40 unique sections of onscreen effects and parameters The interface is built upon Sample Logic s renowned multi core effect sequencer providing the ability to assign effects via tempo synced step sequencers and LFOs to any instrument parameter including the option to sequence the bypass function of each effect in real time TRIGGERS ASSAULT also contains Triggers that provides 48 unique effect chains that can be triggered by any one or combination of the six on screen keypads or by key switches With the touch of a pad or key Triggers can be instantly activated or bypassed allowing for complete on the fly performance control
33. ure by exploring unique undiscovered sonic territory while providing more tools for the composer s toolbox END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT All of the sounds offered in our products are created and owned by Sample Logic LLC By purchasing a copy of our products the original owner is granted a lifetime license of 2 machine authorizations to freely use the enclosed sounds for any commercial purposes provided the following conditions are met 1 The License forbids resale relicensing or other distribution of these sound samples and software either as they exist on each disc Internet server or any modification thereof The original owner cannot assign lease lend rent resell upload or download to or from any database or server or transfer any or all of the sound samples and software to another user or use them in any competitive or retail product 2 Sample Logic LLC
34. will be active Note The Arpeggigater and the Effect Module must be ON for the effect bypass sequencer to take effect Presets Choose from 10 preset patterns Steps Window Determines the playback pattern of the Arpeggigater full bar ON no bar Bypassed Draw in custom patterns with the mouse pointer by clicking and dragging in the steps window Speed Adjust the tempo in rhythmical values synced to the master tempo Steps Set the number of steps from the input field to right of the steps window type or drag click Copy Paste Copy or Paste a pattern steps and speed Random Randomize the pattern and steps ASSAULT 27 LFO SEQ Module Parameter Chooser Select the effect to edit Strength Meter Displays the strength of the sequenced effect parameter Speed Determines the speed of the LFO
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