GrainDust

GrainDust is a powerful granular synthesizer featuring 4 fully independent layers, letting you sculpt evolving textures with complete freedom. Each grain can move, shift, and breathe, producing sounds that feel alive.

Key Features:

4 Granular Layers
Import your own samples for each layer or explore +500 samples crafted for unique expression.

Spatial Power
Create in stereo, surround, binaural, 7.1.4, Ambisonics, and beyond.

MPE Support
Express every nuance of your performance.

+500 Presets
Explore over 500 presets and sub-presets, crafted to enhance your musical expression.

Built-in Movement
Animate your grains in space and time for constantly evolving sound.

Awarded Engine
Powered by the same groundbreaking technology behind SkyDust 3D.

Features:

Import Samples
Import your own audio files to build unique sounds in each granular layer.

+500 Samples
Jump-start your inspiration with an exclusive library of over 500 curated samples.

Grain Parameters
Shape each layer in detail with control over grain rate, density, size, continuity, and detune.

Sample Range Selection
Choose exactly which region of your sample generates grains, globally or per EG stage, for precise sculpting.

Up To 100 Grains
Get a massive 100 simultaneous grains (25 grains x 5 voices x 4 layers).

Pitchless Grains
Add non-pitched grains in some layers, or choose which octaves to apply.

Grains Envelopes
Define the shape of each grain and how they are distributed in time.

Custom EG & LFO
Personalize each layer with EGs and LFOs featuring +70 waveform modifiers.

Grain Playback Mode
Forward, Reverse, Forward + Reverse, Mirror, or a Smoothed variation of Mirror. You choose.

Movement Modifiers
With a single click, set your sounds in motion — from smooth orbits to wild rotations.

Spatial EG & LFO
A note that starts at the back, attacks and sustains to the center, and releases to the ceiling, with azimuth and elevation controls.

Space Sub-Presets
Not sure where to begin? Explore our dedicated presets to space that instantly change position and movement.

Masters of Random
Deceive your brain – should all grains start at the same spot or with a slight divergence?

3D Views
Multiple 3D visualizations let you see exactly how your sounds move in space.

Custom SOFA File
Use our built-in HRTF datasets or load your own SOFA file to experience true spatial audio in headphones.

Arpeggiator
Make it easier — choose from 7 arpeggiator modes, add extra octaves, and create instant rhythmic magics.

Sequencer Parameters
One of the most powerful sequencers out there: up to 128 polyphonic steps, spatial controls, and endless creative options.

Sequencer Modes
Pitch bar, mono or poly keyboard — pick the mode that fits your workflow.

Multiple Filters
Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass, Peak, and Low/High Shelf — shape your sound any way you like.

Granular Filters
Apply filters globally or per granular layer, each with its own EG and LFO for precise control.

Keyboard + Velocity Mapping
Make filters react to both key position and velocity for expressive, dynamic performances.

Pitch
Create small organic pitch variations or go crazy on effects.

 Random Behaviours
Choose from unique random pitch modes to create anything from eerie textures to bright tones.

Multiple FX
Four FX slots packed with Delay, Reverb, EQ, Filter, Bit-Crusher, and more.

+500 Presets and Sub-Presets
Browse, search, and filter through a library of over 500 presets and sub-presets to speed up your workflow.

Random Presets
Craving happy accidents or endless possibilities? Roll the dice to instantly generate random presets.

MPE Compatible Presets
Start creating right away with our MPE-ready presets or design your own for a touch-responsive performance.

The Matrix
Connect any source to any destination, with a Curve Editor for the best fine-tuning.

Curve Editor
Edit custom curves to control parameters with ultimate precision.

Even More Extras
Unlock 8 additional EGs and LFOs for deeper, advanced sound sculpting.