SWAM Clarinets

SWAM Clarinets is a physically modeled woodwind instrument plugin (VST/AU/AAX) designed for real-time expressive performance. Control articulation, breath response, vibrato, and phrasing directly as you play, without switching between sampled articulations.

Physically Modeled Clarinet Plugin for Real-Time Expression

Instead of triggering pre-recorded notes, SWAM Clarinets generates sound in real time, allowing continuous control over tone and phrasing. This makes it well suited for exposed solo lines, orchestral writing, film scoring, and detailed production work.

For composers and producers working with sample libraries, it offers a more direct approach to shaping woodwind parts. For live performers, it provides a responsive instrument that follows the behavior of real clarinet performance.

Real-Time Performance Control

Physical modeling allows woodwind performance techniques to be shaped continuously in real time. Parameters such as breath pressure, embouchure, and airflow respond directly to your playing, enabling natural phrasing, vibrato, and articulation without keyswitching.

All key parameters can be controlled in real time via MIDI or your DAW:

• Expression (Dynamic)
• Note transitions (Staccato / Legato / Portamento) with no KeySwitches
• Legato Mode (Glissando vs Expressive)
• Vibrato Depth
• Vibrato Rate
• Portamento Time
• Harmonic Structure
• Sub-Harmonics
• Growl
• Flutter Tongue
• Formant
• Breath Noise
• Key Noise
• Dynamic Pitch
• OverBlow
• Microtuning
• Main Volume
• Pan Pot
• Reverb Mix

Now Updated to V3!

• Improved sound behavior compared to Solo Woodwinds v2 for desktop
• Standalone, VST3, NKS support
• Completely renewed User Experience (UX) compared to Solo Woodwinds v2 for desktop
• Standing wave visualization
• Preset management
• Extensive MIDI mapping
• Ready to use MIDI presets for several expressive controllers
• Bluetooth MIDI support
• New sound parameters: Alt. Fingering, Timbral Correction, EQ, Early Reflection Amount
• Microtuning improvements, presets, and MAQAM support
• Accessibility support
• "Breathy ppp": when active the very lowest dynamics are breathy and smooth
• "Keys/Slide Model": when set to "Slide", all Woodwinds can bend pitch continuously up to 12 semitones

For Stage and Studio

SWAM Clarinets fits into both production and performance workflows. Use it to sketch ideas quickly, perform expressive solo lines, or layer multiple instances to build ensemble textures.

It works across orchestral scoring, film music, jazz, and modern production where detailed control over phring and tone is important.

Built Without Samples

SWAM Clarinets does not rely on pre-recorded samples. Instead, sound is generated in real time using physical modeling, allowing continuous variation in tone, dynamics, and articulation as you play.

This avoids the limitations of fixed recordings and keeps the instrument lightweight and efficient, even in complex sessions.

A More Direct Way to Shape Woodwind Performance

SWAM Clarinets shifts the focus from triggering articulations to shaping performance. Instead of selecting from pre-recorded samples, you control phrasing, dynamics, and expression continuously, allowing the instrument to respond naturally to your playing.

It is particularly effective for exposed passages and expressive lines where nuance and timing matter.

FAQ

What is SWAM Clarinets?

SWAM Clarinets is a physically modeled woodwind plugin featuring clarinet and bass clarinet, designed for real-time expressive performance.

How is SWAM Clarinets different from sampled woodwinds?

SWAM Clarinets generates sound in real time using physical modeling, rather than triggering pre-recorded samples. This allows continuous control over phrasing, dynamics, and articulation.

Can I use SWAM Clarinets for live performance?

Yes. It is designed for real-time control and can be played live using MIDI controllers, offering a responsive playing experience suited for performance setups.

What styles is it suited for?

It works well for orchestral writing, film scoring, jazz, solo passages, and modern production where expressive control is important.

Do I need to switch articulations?

No. Articulation is controlled continuously through performance, allowing smooth transitions without keyswitching.

Can I layer multiple instances?

Yes. Multiple instances can be layered to create ensemble textures, with each instance responding independently for a more natural result.

Is it better than sampled woodwinds?

SWAM Clarinets offers a different approach. It is often used for expressive solo lines and real-time performance, while sampled libraries can provide larger ensemble textures. The two can also be layered together.