Soniccouture has announced the release of Polarity, a new dual-granular sampler engine designed to explore the creative possibilities of granular synthesis. The first instrument in this new series, Polarity | Tension, was developed in collaboration with the audio collective K/V (Ramon Kerstens and Richard Veenstra).
Polarity | Tension is built entirely from a diverse set of source recordings, including industrial machinery, extended string techniques, abstract vocalizations, and environmental resonances. The result is a sound library that feels both intentional and unpredictable, offering textures that shift between delicate detail and raw, unstable energy.
Designed for immediacy, the instrument features four macro controls — Grain, Character, Movement, and Space — which provide quick access to a wide range of sonic variations. Each macro is pre-mapped to NKS for seamless integration with Native Instruments hardware, but users can also reassign them to any parameter for custom control. Rather than a static set of presets, Polarity | Tension presents a series of curated sonic vignettes, each designed to spark creativity and exploration.
Key Features:
- Dual-granular synthesis engine designed for evolving, complex textures
- Developed in collaboration with K/V (Ramon Kerstens and Richard Veenstra)
- Source material includes industrial, string, vocal, and environmental recordings
- Four assignable macros: Grain, Character, Movement, Space
- NKS-ready for streamlined hardware integration
- Delivered with curated snapshots as starting points for sound design
Polarity | Tension requires the Kontakt Player and is available now.
Pricing & Availability
- Regular price: €149 | $149
- Introductory offer: €89 | $89, available until September 16, 2025
More information can be found at www.soniccouture.com
