MNTRA Instruments has released a new Artist Series virtual instrument in collaboration with LA-based artist Joseph Holiday, alias SNAKES OF RUSSIA.
With a dark, apocalyptic sound, the texturally rich playable soundscapes, complex modular synth patches, heavy analog subs, and gritty drum samples of Tenebrae were intricately processed through chains of unobtanium outboard and tape, unleashing a unique world of dirt and darkness.
Analog outboard processing and gritty tape infuse instant textural vibe into modular and analog synths, screeching bowed instruments, and noisy percussion, bringing forth the unique sonic darkness encapsulated within Tenebrae. With the transformative power of MNDALA 2, the ever-evolving acoustic synthesis engine, SNAKES OF RUSSIA has brought his sound sculpting expertise to design a inspiring set of 79 bespoke artist presets, alongside the MNTRA collection of XX Factory presets, and XX Elements presets to get you started.
With creative processing being an essential part of the SNAKES OF RUSSIA sound, they also worked with Joseph to create two exclusive effect processors modelling his signature signal chains: BESTIAE (destructive Filters, Drive and Compression in either parallel or series), and DIRTY BUCKETS (a series of gritty Bucket Brigade Delay based reverbs), allowing you to shape the sound dynamically in real time.
Tenebrae for Windows and Mac (VST3/AU) is on sale at Plugin Boutique and from MNTRA for the intro price of $29 USD until January 4th, 2024 (regular $49 USD).
