Fretless Is More
Get the fretless bass, presets, and MIDI for perfect composition across all music genres. Removing the fretboard's metal rods unlocks a new harmonic world, turning the bass into a unique instrument. It has a violin - like character, weightless glissando, rich sustain, and incredible expressiveness that sets it apart from traditional basses.
The Fretless EBX features a carefully sampled instrument that captures all these special qualities. Along with great sounds, it offers a wide range of presets and custom MIDI content tailored for fretless playing.
Iconic players like Sting and Jaco Pastorius have made the fretless bass a legend. It's adored for its tone but tricky to handle. No matter your music style, this bass covers the full dynamic and tonal range, allowing you to create unique sounds.
Features
- High - quality, meticulously sampled fretless bass
- Preset collection with diverse tones from dark to bright
- Suitable for any music style where the bass is prominent
- Custom MIDI library for fretless playing
The Instrument
Toontrack's sound design team chose the Ibanez GWB 1005, a creation of Gary Willis, as the optimal fretless bass for sampling. It meets high standards of craftsmanship, tone, and sustain.
The Sounds & Articulations
Fretless players mainly use fingerstyle. The Fretless EBX focuses on this, as fretless basses are usually played softer for a better sound. Players often use the whole picking surface for a wider tone. The EBX samples each note at different velocities and hand positions to show the instrument's full frequency range and expressiveness.
The Presets
The fretless bass can be used in endless music styles. The included presets are designed to show a wide range of tones while highlighting the instrument's unique qualities, from dark and mellow to bright and articulate.
The MIDI
The included MIDI, created by Laurence Cottle, offers basic to elaborate basslines, all perfect for the distinct touch and tone of a fretless bass.
Using the Toontrack EBX Fretless is easy. First, install the expansion pack on your compatible software. You can start by exploring the presets to get a feel for the different tones available. For a more personalized sound, you can adjust the settings of the sampled fretless bass. When using the MIDI, you can either use the pre - made basslines as they are or modify them to fit your composition. Keep in mind that since fretless basses are sensitive, a gentle touch often works best. For maintenance, make sure your software is up - to - date to ensure smooth performance. Also, regularly back up your MIDI and preset files to avoid data loss. Don't be afraid to experiment with different playing styles and settings to fully explore the potential of this unique bass expansion.
