Harmonic Xpander V1.0

Product Description

Harmonic Xpander V1.0

Based on the Oberheim Xpander’s rotate mode, these widgets allow the on the fly manipulation of MIDI data to create lush, dense and ever evolving harmonic landscapes. Always fresh sounding these can form the basis for new compositions, or for just exploring new sounds and textures for writing, orchestration or live performance.

Also includes a Channel Strip for quick mapping of MIDI functions:

Complete documentation is included in the download.

Requirements: These widgets were developed and have been extensively tested in Logic 9. They function as described in version 8 as well. They have not been tested nor are they guaranteed to work in versions of Logic prior to version 8.

Please note that due to the downloadable nature of this product, there will be absolutely no refunds given under any circumstances. To try before you buy, download the “lite” version here.

Audio demos:
These demos are of the same basic song, played four times through four different Xpander configurations. They have not been edited or cleaned up in any way. The output of the Xpander was recorded directly to audio.

2/1 Xpander (2 fixed, 1 rotating voice)

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4/1 Xpander (4 fixed, 1 rotating voice)

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4/2 Xpander (4 fixed, 2 rotating voice)

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4/4 Xpander (4 fixed, 4 rotating voice)

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Random Thoughts
Here’s a small composition that uses the Harmonic Xpander to generate the harmonies and the arpeggiator lines: 

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Download the User Manual: Harminic Generator V1.0

What they’re saying about Harmonic Xpander:

I find EWILogic’s Harmonic Xpander to be a wonderful tool for both improvisation and composition within Apple Logic. Although it has many features tailored for the Akai EWI wind controller, it’s no less fascinating when played with a MIDI keyboard or other controller. For instant gratification as well as in-depth tweakability, Harmonic Xpander deserves a serious look. – Len Sasso, musician, composer, author, Logic expert  (www.swiftkick.com)

I’ve been looking for years for a plug-in that would enable Logic to emulate the Rotation effect of the Oberheim Xpander. Who wants to lug that 5 foot beast around – amazing as it is? At last Isley has stepped up to the plate and implemented everything that the Xpander could do in this respect and much much more. This is a killer app and will turn a lot of ears. I can’t wait to hear what creative players and writers will be able to accomplish with it. – Bruce Cassidy, Trumpet and EVI pioneer  (www.brucecassidymusic.com)

Easy install, easy to use and with a clear, concise manual with plenty of examples and pics, I had John Isley’s Harmonic Rotator programmed to do what I want within 3 minutes of loading it into the environment.  I can only imagine the hours Mike Brecker spent with his Oberheim Xpander– and later in the Logic Environment– experimenting with the various timbral and harmonic colors he could get from a setup like this.  In a way, thanks to John Isley’s excellent programming, I feel like I’m privileged to go down a road that very few have gotten to walk. – Dan Perez, Saxophonist and EWI artist  (www.danperezsax.com)

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