AudioRealism Bass Line 3

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Dive into the world of analog bass synthesis with the AudioRealism Bass Line 3, a standout in the realm of virtual synthesizers. This plugin is specifically designed to recreate the iconic sound of the Roland TB-303, offering an authentic and dynamic bass experience right from your digital workstation. Perfect for electronic music producers seeking that classic acid bass sound, the Bass Line 3 combines vintage charm with modern flexibility, making it a versatile tool for crafting unique basslines.

One of the defining characteristics of the AudioRealism Bass Line 3 is its advanced pattern sequencer, which allows for intricate and intuitive creation of bass sequences. This feature, along with its emulated analog circuitry, gives you the power to dial in everything from smooth, rolling basses to gritty, distorted lines with precision. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring musician, the Bass Line 3 delivers exceptional sound quality and performance.

With its user-friendly interface, you can easily tweak parameters such as cutoff, resonance, envelope, and decay to shape your sound to perfection. Additionally, the plugin supports automation and MIDI control for seamless integration into any setup, making it a must-have for those looking to expand their sonic palette without the hassle of hardware.

Key Features:

Authentic emulation of the classic Roland TB-303 sound
Advanced pattern sequencer for complex bassline creation
User-friendly interface with customizable parameters
Emulated analog circuitry for realistic sound reproduction
Full MIDI support and automation capabilities

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Roland TB-303 pattern sheets for AudioRealism Bass Line 3 – ABL3

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PROS

Highly accurate digital recreation of the TB-303 sound
Extensive library of classic acid patterns
Offers detailed control over resonance and waveform characteristics
Seamless integration in productions with multiple instances
Wave analyzer feature for automatic pattern transcription
Regular updates and responsive customer support from the developer
Excellent sound quality, even with distortion applied
Allows for easy saving of settings within projects
Specifically designed for Acid music enthusiasts
Provides creative inspiration and enhances track ideas

CONS

Real 303s may still have a slightly superior sound quality

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about AudioRealism Bass Line 3.

Features and functionality

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ABL3's internal sequencer can control other synths, enhancing its versatility beyond just a 303 emulation.
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ABL3 has two MIDI modes: Pattern Mode for playing sequenced notes, and Note Mode for traditional synth play, with accents triggered by velocities over 100.
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Users often pair ABL3 with D16 Devastor or TSE 47 for distortion to enhance its sound, especially in acid tracks.
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Comparisons

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ABL3 is noted for having a superior low end compared to Phoscyon, although Phoscyon is considered to sound more like an actual 303.
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Software and compatibility

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ABL3's "export to midi" option allows for capturing accents and gates, though it's not always perfect.
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When using ABL3 in Logic, exporting patterns as MIDI files and then importing them into tracks allows for easy manipulation and looping of sequences.
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Value and pricing

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ABL3 is praised for supporting a small developer, offering an authentic 303 sound without the ethical concerns associated with larger companies like Behringer.
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User experience

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Despite some users experiencing a popping sound bug, ABL3 is valued for its accurate envelope decay replicating the TB-303.
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Users can achieve slides in Note Mode by overlapping notes, a detail important for replicating authentic 303 sounds.
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ABL3 is recommended for acid music, and it's suggested to try demos to personally evaluate its sound quality before purchasing.
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Critic Reviews

AudioRealism Bass Line 3 review | MusicRadar

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AudioRealism Bass Line 3 is hailed as a top-tier TB-303 emulation, surpassing its predecessors with remarkable sound quality and a user-friendly interface. The updated GUI and intuitive programming, including multiple pattern editors and an inspired Wave mode, enhance creativity. While it shines in sound and ease of use, the limitation of viewing only one editor mode at a time may deter some users. Overall, the ABL3 is a formidable tool for acid music enthusiasts, offering a significant leap forward in 303 emulation technology.

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AudioRealism Bass Line 3 excels as a software TB303 emulator, offering convincing sound and an intuitive sequencer that's more fun than the original. While it misses some of the TB303's quirks, it delivers authentic squelches and basslines with ease. With room for user customization and pattern generation, ABL3 is an affordable and recommended choice for electronic musicians seeking classic acid house vibes.

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pkennethk

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about 6 years ago

Made with love and dedication

I've owned this since version 1, and it's been a pleasure to see it slowly improve over the years. I have yet to compare it to a real 303 or Roland Cloud's 303, but it's musical and engaging and gives back more than you put into it.

Good: Sounds a heck of a lot like a 303. crazy submenu parameters allow you to dial in exactly the resonance and waveform characteristics you want. Contains a vast library of patterns, including note-for-note versions of many acid classics. It has a wave analyzer for automatically transcribing patterns (never tried this, but damn...). It's a quality single-developer effort that is always kept up to date and priced fairly... so you can feel good about giving AudioRealism your money; they always answer my questions promptly and thoroughly.

Bad: Real 303s still sound slightly SLIGHTLY better to my ears, but in the virtual domain, ABL has always represented the closest one can get in software. It's good enough; If you can't write great acid patterns with this, that's on you, not AudioRealism. ;)

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engineeermusic

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over 4 years ago

My favorite TB-303 emulation

I use this plugin constantly, because Acid music is what I do.

If you want to make Acid tracks for real Acid heads, you can't get away with sound design in your bread-and-butter synth you use for everything else. Don't even think of wasting time with sound design tutorials claiming to create a 303 in you favorite synth on YouTube or elsewhere. You need a synth specifically designed to replicate the unique sound of the TB-303, otherwise your acid lines won't fly with "Acid gourmets". Here comes AL3 in.

ABL3 sounds super close to the real thing. It sounds great by plain or with distortion. Most people won't be able to tell the difference. I have several clones, which are also really close to a TB-303, but ABL3 is great in productions, because you can save your settings with the project and you can use as many instances of a 303 you want to go full Hardfloor. ;)

Great plugin. It's a 10 out of 5 for me!

Preferred Settings + Usage:

Always use the built in sequencer and make use of accents and slides. Even though the Cut Off knob has the most impact, use the other knobs to make it more interesting. 3 or 6 step off beat sequences are really fun. Use a panning plugin to let people's heads spin. Really good with distortion, delay and/or reverb, of course.

bkode_

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over 6 years ago

Acid Saviour

This plugin has made an appearance in many of my tracks as it is one of the most accurate digital recreations of the TB 303.

oskarlothe

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over 10 years ago

An unique sound!

The ABL3 is a great plugin with a unique sound. It is fun to play around with it and get new ideas!

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Deadmau5

Music Producer

BSOD

Verified via Instagram

"Acid on acid. ABL3 through a thermionic culture vulture." The plugin, although his screen is very distorted, can somewhat be seen in this Instagram video

Plastikman

Music Producer

Verified via Tumblr

I was going to ask what plug-ins are you particularly mad about, if you’d care the drop some names…

Well, we did a lot of back-and-forth testing of all the classic drum machine and bassline plug-ins. For us the D16 plug-ins for the 808 and 909 were the best ones out there. But for the 303 bass lines, I wasn’t actually a big fan of the D16s and for that I really liked the Audio Realism. What else? I’m a big fan of – still - the Native Instrument KONTAKT as a sampler

Recondite

Music Producer, DJ

Verified via XLR8R

"Besides the 303 for my acid stuff, I use ABL. I mostly use the internal plugins from Ableton..."

Plaid

Music Producer

Verified via Headphone Commute

"The main acid lines are made with Audiorealism ABL3 and we also used their drums in part. The more original sounds perhaps were made with Tone2’s Icarus using the ‘3D Wavetable’ functionality and other layers using UVI’s Falcon synth which is incredibly versatile"

Josh Wink

Music Producer

Stabbing Westward & Wink

Verified via Mixmag

Sometimes I use the actual 303 on my acid tracks. For ‘Selecta’ I used the ABL3 software plug-in. When making acid tracks, I don’t use my hardware, I spend a lot of time with plug-ins to make the virtual 303 sound as authentic as possible.

Christian Smith

Composer, Music Producer

Verified via MusicRadar

“Another one that reminds me of the analogue era. When I first heard the software 303s, I didn’t think they were quite as deep as the real thing, but these days… I cannot tell the difference. I was talking to Richie Hawtin about this, and even he says that the plugins are getting it right.”