Yo what’s good fam, hope you had a good weekend.
I figured we start it off with some nice sound design type instruments and atmospheres.
Today I’m checking out the Dark Planet vst sound instrument set from Steinberg.
This is exclusively for users of Halion, Halion Sonic, or Halion Sonice SE
Let’s peep!
So what is Dark Planet?
It’s a new VST Sounds Instrument Set dedicated to dark, creepy, distorted sounds.
The sounds work in the Halion line of products and give you an instant dose of deep textures, distorted loops, and wild sound fx
It’s not a standalone product, so if you do not own any of the Halion line of instruments you can’t use this.
I had previously uninstalled Halon Sonic as I wasn’t using it.
When I saw his library I had to re-install, I definitely wanted to try this out, for the price, it was a no brainer.
Quick Specs
- content: about 1gb (2gb uncompressed), over 800 presets
- format: Halion, Halion Sonic, Halion Sonic SE
- price: $49.99
How does it sound?
Man yall know I love crazy sound design type libraries, this thing right here is nice!
The textures, fx, pads, all sound great with a slight edge of distortion/grit to them.
Of course the custom interface that allows you to adjust the sounds quickly really takes the library to the next level.
But it’s all about the sounds for me, and I absolutely love how deep and evolving they can get. The whole library has a great quality to it, and there’s so much content in here it’s hard to pick out any favorites.
I dig the music beds, the pads, the synths, the basses, all the textures and such. The drums and rhythms were good too, but I would have liked to see a few more “big” drum and perc kits. Something with a little more impact would sound great in this library.
But it’s all good because what’s there definitely fits the glitchy and rough edges present in the bulk of the library.
What’s the bottom line?
If you own any of the Halion products, get this library.
At 49 bucks it really makes no sense not to.
I give Dark Planet 4.5 out of 5 subs, this is a really amazing library with some truly inspirational sounds at a price that makes you laugh at the bargain you’re getting.
Steinberg could have easily turned this into it’s own product, charged $199 for it, and no one would complain one bit. The fact that it’s sold as an expansion at such a low price is really pretty cool I think
For those that really love that cinematic sound design type of library but do not want to pay hundreds of dollars to get it, if you own Halion or Halion Sonic/SE, this is your answer…get this, no question.
Checkout the demos: Steinberg Dark Planet
leave a comment below, let me know what you think
Wild!
Nice textures and sounds.
And the price is right.
Once again I appreciate your candor / nice deep dive so we get a good look / listen of what’s going on.
Might have to cop this one.
Peace,
Al
@Al, yeah, this one is nice, glad I have halion sonic lol. But if I didn’t I could use it with the SE version that came with my free copy of Cubase I got with one of my audio interfaces lol.
@saintjoe,
Free Cubase?!?!
You dog!
*grin*
I love these edgy sounds / instruments.
Al
@Al, hahahaha, well, I already had halion sonic, but not cubase, But I got a copy of SE, which I then upgraded to Elements for 49 bucks lol.
@saintjoe,
Excellent.
I’ve done that, too. Pays to pay attention. 😉
@Al, hahahaha, yes indeed!
SJ, what’s really going on sir. This is suppose to be top secret stash man. Now everybody’s going to know. LOL
@Mean Gene, brotha I saw 49 bucks and had to get it, you know this is my type of stuff man, this joint is bananas lol
i knew I’d see mean gene on here…
looks very cool – but I’ve got no hallion…..
@richard, yeah that’s the only catch, but for someone that does have it, its a must have
Just got Cubase 6 Hmmm…. once again you make me think! The Playwrite Strings were killer!
@Thomasgreco, oh well then you know whats up lol
@saintjoe, I like how so many sounds are available with just one instrument and a quick click! that’s pretty good for $50!
looks simple,but effective.
@sky, no doubt fam, thanks for checking it out yo!
SJ: For $49.00 This vst seems to deliver. The sounds it produces that are revealed in your review makes this a worthy purchase.
@Baddboy2000, yes, definitely man, it’s a great app.