Product Description

• Guitar sounds and loops inspired by the legends of funk With Funk Essence
• his latest Strum sound pack
• Brazilian producer and keyboard virtuoso Thiago Pinheiro introduces an eclectic selection of sounds that embody the spirit of funk from the 70s
• and 90s. From disco-influenced funk to more vintage styles with a shuffled approach
• this collection pays homage to the greats like James Brown
• George Clinton
• and Sly Stone. Designed to make your music groove like never before
• Funk Essence features a range of sounds from clean guitars to phased and crunchy tones
• exploring many sub-genres and sub-styles of funk. Funk Essence includes 12 funk styles
• 84 guitar presets
• and 84 strumming patterns playable with your own chord progressions. Whether you're composing for TV
• creating sync music
• or just laying down the foundation for a groovy track
• Funk Essence is tailor-made to help you inject infectious rhythms and soulful vibes into your compositions. Ideal for adding that authentic funk flavor to any genre
• Funk Essence invites you to explore sounds inspired by the pioneers and legends of funk. Who’s Thiago Pinheiro? Thiago Pinheiro was born and raised among Brazilian musicians of great importance and his talent was revealed at an early age and followed closely. Gifted with perfect pitch
• he began composing on the piano at age four
• and by the time he was twelve
• Thiago had performed alongside major players such as Stevie Wonder
• Billy Cobham
• Gilberto Gil
• and Hermeto Pascoal. Producer and director Thiago Pinheiro is an acclaimed virtuoso and audio technology pioneer
• as well as a versatile pianist and keyboard player
• whose work ranges all the way from blues and jazz
• to house
• drum and bass
• and other electronic genres. Constantly striking dance floors across Brazil
• Europe
• Asia
• and especially in the United States
• Thiago also produces music for Hollywood and the movie industry. What's included with my purchase? Preset bank for Strum GS-2 AAS Player plug-in (VST
• RTAS) Serial number Installation instructions System Requirements This preset collection can be used with the free AAS Player plug-in as well as the Strum GS-2 session guitarist plugin. After you have installed the sound bank
• there are two options to use it: A. Strum GS-2 - Pop Rocks will automatically be added to Strum GS-2 if it is installed on your computer. B. AAS Player - If you don't own Strum GS-2
• you will be able to play Pop Rocks from the AAS Player plug-in or standalone application. Please note: Objeq Delay is used as an example as the installation process is the same for all Applied Acoustics Systems products. Registration 1. Copy and paste the URL which is listed as the ‘Serial Number’ in your account into your browser search bar and press enter. 2. Enter your email address and name (the key will have been automatically entered). 3. Choose your communication preferences > Click 'Submit'. Mac Installation 1. Download the Mac Installer. 2. Open the ZIP folder you’ve just downloaded > Double click the PKG installer file.  3. You may see this message - if so
• please click 'Open'. 4. Click 'Continue'.  5. Read the Software License Agreement > Click 'Continue'. 6. Click 'Agree'. 7. Click 'Install'. 8. Tap your fingerprint or enter your password.  9. Your software will now install. 10. Open your new software in your DAW (you may need to restart your Mac and/or rescan your plugins). Your software is now ready to use within your DAW!  Windows Installation 1. Download the Windows Installer. 2. Open the ZIP file you’ve just downloaded > Double click the Setup file. 3. Click 'Yes' to allow the installation to run. 4. Close your DAW if it’s open > Click 'OK'. 5. Read the License Agreement > Click ‘I Agree’. 6. Choose the install location (we recommend leaving it as the default).  7. Your software will now install. 8. The installation is now complete > Click 'Close'. 9. Open your new software in your DAW (you may need to restart your Mac and/or rescan your plugins). Your software is now ready to use within your DAW! 

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About the Applied Acoustics Systems Funk Essence Strum GS-2 Sound Bank

The Applied Acoustics Systems Funk Essence Strum GS-2 Sound Bank combines traditional design with modern performance for Expansion Packs enthusiasts.

Why Choose the Applied Acoustics Systems Funk Essence Strum GS-2 Sound Bank?

• •Authentic Applied Acoustics Systems craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of Applied Acoustics Systems's respected Expansion Packs lineup

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