Ocean Wave: 1000+ Presets for Korg Modwave

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Ocean Swift has officially released Ocean Wave, a new expansion pack specifically designed for the Korg Modwave, Modwave MK2, and Modwave Native synthesizers. This comprehensive sound library aims to significantly enhance the capabilities of Korg’s deep wavetable and sampler hybrid engine, integrating Ocean Swift’s distinctive sound design approach directly into the instrument.

Moreover, Ocean Wave serves a dual purpose. It functions as a robust collection of instantly playable patches, offering immediate inspiration for producers. Additionally, it operates as a vast modular toolkit, providing extensive resources for in-depth sound design. The pack boasts an impressive 1,059 total presets and sounds, carefully crafted to cover a broad spectrum of sonic territories, ranging from deep, evolving atmospheres to intricate, kinetic arpeggios. For instance, producers can explore everything from cutting leads to ambient textures.

Expansive Sound Design Possibilities

The core of Ocean Wave lies in its diverse components. The expansion includes 242 performances, 356 programs, 150 custom samples, 157 effects presets, and 93 unique wavetables. These elements are not merely static sounds; rather, they are designed as flexible building blocks. Consequently, users can easily swap, layer, and reshape these components. This modular approach empowers producers to mutate existing patches effortlessly or, alternatively, craft entirely new sonic landscapes from the ground up, providing immense creative freedom.

Furthermore, the integration with the Korg Modwave series is seamless. Ocean Wave ensures full compatibility across the Modwave, Modwave MK2, and Modwave Native versions. For users of Modwave Native, the pack also offers full NKS compatibility, which includes detailed tagging and mapping, streamlining the workflow within NKS-enabled environments. This attention to detail ensures that the expansion feels like a natural extension of the Modwave synthesizer.

Key Features and Pricing

Features

  • 800MB+ Sound Library: Over 800MB of new content, including 150 carefully crafted samples and 93 custom wavetables.
  • Over 1,000 Presets and Sounds: 1,059 total components, including 242 performances, 356 programs, and 157 effects presets.
  • Seamless Integration: Fully compatible with Korg Modwave, Modwave MK2, and Modwave Native, with full NKS compatibility (including detailed tagging and mapping) for Modwave Native users.
  • Diverse Sonic Palette: A vast sonic range including leads, drones, pads, textures, FX, arps, and ambiences.
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Price
Intro: 29.99 € (incl. VAT)
Regular: 55.00 € (incl. VAT)

Ocean Wave is currently available at a special introductory price of €29.99. This represents a 45% discount from its regular price of €55.00. This introductory offer is valid until May 1, 2026, providing a significant window for producers to acquire this extensive sound library at a reduced cost. It’s a valuable addition for any Korg Modwave owner looking to expand their sound palette and delve deeper into sound design.

👍 Pros

  • ✓ Extensive sound library with over 1,000 presets and sounds
  • ✓ Includes custom samples and wavetables for deep sound design
  • ✓ Seamless integration and NKS compatibility for Korg Modwave series

👎 Cons

  • ✗ Requires a Korg Modwave series synthesizer to use
  • ✗ Specific focus on Modwave architecture might limit broader applicability for other synths

More info: Ocean Swift | Ocean Wave