Ample Sound Ample China Dongxiao -win-mac- __exclusive__ Jun 2026
The plugin utilizes the anti-piracy system. Crucially, you do not need a physical iLok USB dongle. You can activate the license directly to your computer using the free iLok License Manager . You will need an internet connection for the initial activation.
What are you planning to compose with this instrument?
The average raw sample length is 8 seconds . In most cases, this is sufficient for standard melodies. However, if you need a drone or a very long sustained note for an ambient track, the engine includes a Sample Loop function, allowing you to extend the sound seamlessly without the note decaying.
: Includes five velocity layers and an average sample length of 8 seconds, which can be looped for "monster lung" effects. Unique Controls Adjustable Wind Effect Ample Sound Ample China Dongxiao -WiN-MAC-
The Dongxiao is a traditional Chinese end-blown notch flute made of bamboo. It is known for its mellow, deep, and melancholic tone, which carries immense emotional weight. Ample Sound sampled a premium, master-grade G-key Dongxiao to create this software instrument. It bridges the gap between ancient acoustic artistry and modern digital music production. Core Features and Architecture
The engine features a sophisticated legato system that smooths out transitions between notes, simulating the continuous airflow of a live player.
Rather than using a generic Low-Frequency Oscillator (LFO) for vibrato, ACDX uses the SAHDS (Sample And Hold Dynamic System). It provides per-voice control over vibrato speed, gain, and pitch. Because it is per-voice, if you play a chord (yes, it has a keyboard/chord mode for pads), each note will have a slightly different vibrato rate, simulating multiple players or a very complex chorus effect. The plugin utilizes the anti-piracy system
Recorded with 5 microphone positions (Front, Middle, Back, and Stereo Ambient) to provide a customizable sound stage.
The hardware samples are only half the battle. The software engine that plays them is what makes Ample China Dongxiao a joy to play live via MIDI keyboard.
Recorded by virtuoso of the China National Traditional Orchestra, the library features a masterbuilt G-key Dongxiao by Linqiu Zhong. With 4.8 GB of samples and five microphone positions, you can dial in everything from intimate, breathy solo performances to lush, ambient textures. Key Features for Composers You will need an internet connection for the
Each voice is equipped with its own SAHDS modulation envelope, allowing for realistic vibrato that sounds natural rather than synthetic, even when the modulation wheel is held in a single position. Technical Specifications & Compatibility Windows and Mac. Formats: VST, AU, AAX, and Standalone. Storage: Approx. 5 GB of sample content. Activation: Requires an EyeLock account for activation. Why Choose ACDX?
A distinct blowing technique that adds a textured, buzzing rasp to the tone.
(in notation or tab format) designed to be played using this virtual Dongxiao instrument
The library didn't just trigger a sample; it triggered an atmosphere. As he played, he used the modulation wheel to lean into the vibrato . The software responded with the organic, slightly unstable beauty of a real performer’s lungs. He experimented with the "Grace Notes," letting the pitch slide and flutter. In the digital space of his DAW, the dry room transformed into a stone temple in the Zhejiang province.