Solo Trumpet

Solo Trumpet is a physical modeling plugin emulating a trumpet, trombone, and tuba with high realism. It features automatic vibrato, bending, and expression, and includes built-in effects, compatible with Windows, macOS, and iOS.

Solo Trumpet is a physical modeling plugin designed to emulate the sound of a trumpet, trombone, and tuba with high realism and flexibility. Originally introduced by GSi and later refined in the GSi Gemini, this plugin has evolved into a sophisticated tool for musicians.

Key Features

  • Instrument Emulation: Solo Trumpet offers detailed emulations of a trumpet (including variants with Harmon and Cup Mutes), trombone, and tuba. Each instrument comes in two tonal variations: Warm and Shrill.
  • Automatic Articulation: The plugin features automatic vibrato, bending, and expression adjustments based on note velocity, staccato, and legato techniques. These features ensure that the sound articulates naturally and realistically.
  • Performance Controls: Solo Trumpet allows for expression control via aftertouch or MIDI CC messages. It also includes options for manual pitch bending, adjusting note length, and controlling glide with the sustain pedal.
  • Built-In Effects: It comes with built-in stereo delay and reverb effects to enhance the sound further.
  • Customization: Users can adjust sensitivity to velocity and aftertouch, manage aftertouch lag time, and utilize an embedded programmer with unlimited programs for personalized sound design.
  • Platform Compatibility: Solo Trumpet is compatible with Windows, macOS, and iOS. It is available as a standalone application as well as VST3, AU, and AUv3 plugins.

Additional Information

  • Automatic Features: The plugin incorporates automatic features such as glide and expression based on velocity and note distance, aiming to provide an intuitive playing experience without the need for additional controllers.
  • User Manual: A comprehensive embedded user manual is included to assist with setup and usage.

Solo Trumpet is designed to be played primarily from a keyboard, making it accessible and user-friendly while delivering a natural and expressive performance through advanced physical modeling techniques.