AIR Music Technology – Xpand! 2 v2.3.1 for WiN

Xpand!2 is a multitimbral workstation with four active sound slots, or parts, in each patch. Each part has its own MIDI channel, note range (zone), mix, arpeggiation, modulation, and effects settings – a great way to create distinct parts. Xpand!2 reveals its true potential when four parts are combined into one stunning patch. Each part can be set to polyphonic or monophonic mode. Polyphonic parts can contain up to 64 voices; monophonic parts can be assigned first, last, highest, or lowest priority, making it easy to highlight bass, lead, or solo instruments.

Four on the Floor

Xpand!2 is a multitimbral workstation with four active sound slots, or parts, in each patch. Each part has its own MIDI channel, note range (zone), mixing, arpeggiation, modulation, and effects settings—a great way to create distinct parts. Xpand!2 unleashes its true potential when four parts are combined into one stunning patch. Each part can be set to polyphonic or monophonic mode. Polyphonic parts can contain up to 64 voices; monophonic parts can be assigned first, last, highest, or lowest priority, making it easy to distinguish bass, lead, or solo instruments.

Sounds Galore

Using everything from wavetables and FM synthesis to sample playback, Air Music Tech’s team of sound design experts has carefully crafted thousands of ready-to-use Xpand!2 patches. Creating your own is also easy. Patches are quickly browsed and conveniently organized into 29 categories, making it easy to find exactly what you need.

Smart Knobs and Easy Edits

Six intelligent knobs let you customize the sounds of Xpand!2. Each knob changes function depending on the selected part, providing direct control over the most important sonic elements. Select Simple mode, and all six knobs will simultaneously control all four common patch parts, allowing you to quickly make important changes. And, of course, all your changes can be saved for quick access.

Major Modulation

Express yourself with powerful performance features! Pitch Bend wheel and Aftertouch modulation settings can be adjusted separately for each part. Modulation tempo can be synchronized to the part tempo or freely controlled. Multiple modulation directions are available, and the WAVE direction parameters vary depending on the part, giving Xpand!2 unique sound-shaping capabilities.

Advanced Arpeggiation

Keep playing with advanced arpeggiation. Simply set the tempo, including dotted notes and triplets, and then select a mode. The Latch switch keeps the arpeggiator playing even when you take your hands off the keyboard. Each Xpand!2 part is equipped with its own arpeggiator. Many parts, such as Action Pads and Loops, automatically activate the arpeggiator, as it’s an integral part of the sound.

The Dynamic Effects Duo

Xpand!2 features two independent effects processors with fifty studio-grade effects, from rich reverbs to the mind-blowing Chaos Delay. When selecting a new effect type, Xpand!2 instantly changes the functions of the editing knobs, providing precise control over each effect. The output of FX1 can be connected to the input of FX2 for complex, cascading effects.

Possibilities

• Four-channel multi-timbral operation
• Up to four stereo instrument parts per patch
• Up to 64 voices per part; mono or polyphonic operation
• Smart knobs provide intuitive sound editing
• Easy Edit knobs allow control of the entire patch at once
• Two digital effect processors; 50 editable effect types
• Individual arpeggio control for each part