MODO BASS 2 Upgrade

MODO BASS 2

The first physically modeled electric bass goes next level

MODO BASS 2 is the expanded edition of IK’s industry-first physically modeled bass virtual instrument, adding 8 new basses, including new fretless and upright options, a new patterns section with tons of new grooves, advanced performance controls and more ways to enter the MODO BASS world.

As producers, we all know how important it is to have a great-sounding bassline. On-call 24/7, MODO BASS 2.0 offers the realism and sound of a sought-after instrument being played by a master musician, but with the convenience of a plug-in virtual instrument.

Real Time Sound Synthesis

MODO BASS is still the first and only technology of its kind that models the entire process of playing bass. Unlike traditional sample-based virtual instruments, MODO BASS uses modal synthesis technology to breathe life into your bass tracks.

MODO BASS recreates each string’s response to the action of the “player" on certain areas of the string surface, and the interaction of the string with the fretboard, body and pickups of the bass instrument. Then using IK’s analog modeling expertise, the amp and effects of an electric bass rig is added to the sound chain.

All of this gives MODO BASS the ability to create sound in real time providing you the ever-changing, hyper-realistic bass sound you need. And since it doesn’t use samples, you’ll have more hard-drive space for your music.

22 models for a limitless variety of bass sounds

MODO BASS 2.0 includes the 14 original iconic basses plus 8 exciting new ones to cover any style of music. You’ll find 6 new eclectic models, including 2 legendary fretless basses plus 2 double-bass instruments. And with the power of MODO you can turn any standard bass into a fretless* model for even more sonic options.

Expand your grooves

The new PATTERNS section offers smart filters to browse by genre, song section, length, time signature and more. You can instantly audition any pattern to quickly find what you need, whether it’s the backbone of a full song or just a handy solo lick to lead into your next song section. All patterns were performed by pro bass players with a groove and feel in MODO BASS that are indistinguishable from the real thing.

Fingerboard Type — Fretless freedom

Want to give your bass track a lift? Try going fretless. MODO BASS 2 adds the ability to make any bass in your collection a fretless* model. It’s an impressive feature you won’t find anywhere else, instantly adding a distinctive vibe to your bass sound without the intonation challenges players face on a fretless. Explore the tonal possibilities of this game-changing new control.

Play Style — Choose your approach

With the Play Style options, you can choose and modify the way you approach and play the instrument. You can also adjust “where” you play on the strings.

• Finger — is one of the most common ways to bring out inspiring bass tones
• Slap — is the act of “slapping” and “pulling” the bass strings with the thumb and fingers
• Pick — offers settings for pick thickness and picking style, downstroke or alternating
• Mute — can be applied to any playing style, another premier in software instruments

Strings and Setup — No tech required

Different strings provide different sounds and tonal qualities. In MODO BASS, you can customize your string choice and choose the type of setup used on the bass.

• Change the actual number of strings on all models (4, 5 or 6)
• Use the “Drop” function to extend the range of any model
• Select the gauge of the string set to vary timbre and sustain
• Alter the age of the strings to impact the relative “brightness” of the tone
• Choose the type of the strings (round wound, flat wound, etc.)
• Change the bass’ scale length and the action to alter sustain and fret noise

Electronics — A tone-tweaker’s dream

This section lets you experiment in real time with different bass pickup types and adjust the position and frequency response of each.

• Choose from 32 pickup models, each with its own characteristics
• Freely move the pickups around for limitless sonic variety
• Create combinations nearly impossible to accomplish in reality
• Switch from Passive to Active electronics with a parametric EQ
• Blend in an under-bridge piezo pickup signal for added dimension

The Studio — Double-bass standard

Because full upright basses are different, MODO BASS 2 has a dedicated space for finding your perfect double-bass sound.

• Choose from a selection of movable mics to capture your sound
• Blend in a piezo signal for added dimension and focus
• Run your signal through MODO’s stomps and amps from AmpliTube
• Mix in the perfect ambient sound positioning a pair of stereo room mics

Amp / FX — The best of AmpliTube

MODO BASS gives you full control over the signal path with 7 bass effect stompbox effects and two classic bass amplifiers.

• Includes Octaver, Distortion, Chorus, Compressor, Delay, Envelope Filter or Graphic EQ
• All effects derived from world-class models in AmpliTube 5 Custom Shop
• Use a classic all-tube amp and 1x15 cab or a solid-state model with a 4x10 cab
• Each amp gives you full control over gain structure with EQ and graphic EQ
• Route the bass signal from MODO BASS into AmpliTube 5 for even more options

Control — The Bass Players’ Script

MODO BASS also gives you MIDI control of critical parameters that you can automate in real time. Varying parameters while performing is one of the secrets for achieving utmost realism, and MODO BASS is the only virtual instrument that is truly able to make it possible.

• Remap keyswitches to any MIDI control change for easier playability and programming
• Control and adjust the application of vibrato, the playing style, mute and slide
• Control the frequency of the vibrato and the amount of the bend, slide and detach noise
• Switch on the fly between multiple modes of playstyle to create your sound signature
• Use your DAW’s automation to control useful parameters such as the playing position

What’s New

MODO BASS 2 adds 8 new basses, a new patterns section with tons of new grooves, and a new, free entry into the MODO BASS world with the ability to purchase bass models à la carte. With 22 basses to choose from, it’s never been easier to customize MODO BASS to best suit your needs and budget.

Fretless freedom

Want to give your bass track a lift? Try going fretless. Included in the 6 new electric basses are 2 fretless models. There’s Fretless Jazz, inspired by the iconic Jaco Pastorius’s customized Fender Jazz Bass with its instantly recognizable tone and dynamics. And Fretless Bass Man, inspired by Pino Palladino’s famous Music Man StingRay, delivers that iconic sound to your studio. Plus MODO BASS 2 adds the ability to make any bass in your collection a fretless* model.

Double basses are here

MODO BASS 2 brings 2 double basses to the collection. Choose Rockabilly for old-school slapping styles or Studio Upright for that classic jazz sound. In their own studio, the double basses get a selection of movable mics to capture their sound with a piezo signal you can blend in for added focus and then run through MODO’s stomps and amps. And finally, a pair of stereo room mics lets you mix in the perfect ambient room sound.

Expand your grooves

The new PATTERNS section offers smart filters to browse by genre, song section, length, time signature and more. You can instantly audition any pattern to quickly find what you need, whether it’s the backbone of a full song or just a handy solo lick to lead into your next song section. All patterns were performed by pro bass players with a groove and feel in MODO BASS that are indistinguishable from the real thing.

Enhanced performance

The PLAYSTYLE section in MODO BASS 2 benefits from IK’s latest advances in playing style subtleties and control. With MODO’s ultra-realistic pluck technique comes advanced algorithms for pick and slap articulations that’ll breathe life into standard MIDI files and take your music to new heights.

Features

• The first physically modeled electric bass virtual instrument
• Groundbreaking real-time modal synthesis technology — no samples used to create sound
• Recreate virtually every electric, fretless and acoustic bass sound imaginable
• 20 iconic bass models with 2 fretless that span the history of recorded electric bass
• Turn any standard electric bass into a fretless bass using MODO’s new controls
• 2 double-bass models with a dedicated room and mics for creating the perfect sound
• Models the entire act of playing an electric bass – player, instrument, FX & amp
• Ultra-small memory footprint
• Choose playing style—ultra-realistic pluck and new algorithms for pick and slap articulations
• Freely move the playing hand for realistic performance
• Customize string force, fingers used, pick thickness & technique
• Customize string number, scale, tuning, gauge, construction, action, age
• 32 faithfully recreated, interchangeable iconic bass pickups with volume
• Choose active or passive electronics with parametric EQ
• Under-bridge piezo pickup with blend
• 7 bass stomp box effects configurable in 4-slot chain
• 2 iconic bass amps – Solid State and Tube derived from AmpliTube
• FX and amp global bypass for routing
• Completely redesigned Patterns section with intuitive controls and new grooves
• Optimized resizable interface
• Works as a 64-bit plug-in or standalone instrument for Mac/PC
• Full MIDI control with MIDI learn, keyswitches

System Requirements

MODO BASS 2 is a 64-bit standalone and plug-in application. Requires a 64-bit CPU and Operating System.

Mac® (64-bits)

• Minimal: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo or Apple M1, 4 GB of RAM (8 GB suggested), macOS 10.13 or later.
• Runs natively on Apple’s M1 processors.
• Supported Plug-in formats (64-bit): Audio Units, VST 2, VST 3, AAX.

Windows® (64-bits)

• Minimal: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2, 4 GB of RAM (8 GB suggested), Windows® 10 or later. Requires an ASIO compatible sound card.
• Supported Plug-in formats (64-bit): VST 2, VST 3, AAX.

Eligible Products For Upgrade

• MODO BASS Upgrade
• MODO BASS Upgrade Boxed
• MODO BASS
• MODO BASS Boxed
• MODO BASS Crossgrade Boxed
• MODO BASS SE (Download Only)
• MODO MAX 1
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• Flame Bass
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• Imperial Bass
• Japan Bass
• Bass Man 5
• Metal Bass
• Modern J-Bass
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