MASTER HAMMOND B3 VSTi

version 2.1 (DEMO)

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- This document contains the following topics:
  1. Description
  2. System Requirements
  3. Installation
  4. MIDI Implementation Chart
  5. Version History
  6. Technical Support and Contact
  7. FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
  8. Updates
  9. License
  10. Evaluation and Registration
  11. Plug-in Credits
  12. Acknowledgements

1. Description
Overview
MASTER HAMMOND B3 is a Virtual Hammond VST plug-in with a rich and authentic sound based on the legendary B3. The result is a warm and powerful sound over the entire range of the keyboard. The MHB3 is capable of all the variations one expects from this type of organ, and is suitable for any flavor of music, be it Rock, Jazz, Blues, Gospel, etc.
Features

- B3 Mode Selector:
  - B3 Standard
  - Fast Bright
  - Slow Bright
  - Fast Dark
  - Slow Dark
  - Full Bright
  - B3 Blues Type 1 to 4

- Authentic sound based on an intelligent VSTi engine and Sample Playback, which provides virtually unlimited dynamic expression for your performances.

- Modeled on mastered samples (normalized and noise-reduced). Based on PCM recordings of a Hammond B3 organ.

- To achieve such a remarkably authentic B3 sound, has full length sustain samples, no loops (natural decay), stored in 16 bits and 44.100 KHz.

- The size has been significantly reduced. Great quality and reasonable small size: 7.48 MB

- ADSR envelope generator with Attack, Sustain, Decay and Release parameters and several modulation targets.

- 10 Acoustic Ambience presets.

- Portamente/Glide control: affects pitch transitions. A gliding effect that allows a sound to change pitch at a gradual rate, rather than abruptly, when a new key is pressed or MIDI note sent.

- Reverb built-in: free variation of acoustic ambience thanks to complete separation of organ and room. Small rooms can be modeled just as accurately as larger spaces.

- MIDI Automation: Added complete MIDI CC#.

2. System Requirements
Before you install VST instruments & Effects, please make sure your computer fulfills the following requirements:

- Operating System : Windows® 98/ME, Windows® 2000, Windows® XP.

- Processor: Pentium®, Celeron® or equivalent - 500 MHz or more.

- RAM: 64 MB of memory (128 MB recommended)

- VST 2.0 Host application like: FL Studio 5.xx, 4.xx, Steinberg Cubase VST 5/32, Cubase VST 5 Score, Cubase VST 5 Standard, Cubase SL 1.xx, 2.xx, Cubase SX 1.xx, 2.xx, 3.xx, Synapse Orion Pro 4.xx, Synapse Orion Platinum 5.xx, Mackie Tracktion 2.xx, Audio Mulch 0.9xx, Steinberg Nuendo 1.xx, 2.xx, 3.xx, Samplitude 7.xx and more ...

- Graphics (minimum): 16-bit 800x600

- Work with other hosts, as a DirectX plug-in using the FXpansion Vst-Dx V3/4 adapter or running DirectiXer 2. Is the easiest way to gain access to the hundreds of VST plug-ins from your DirectX audio application. Compatible with the Cakewalk Audio line (v6 and higher), FASoft N-Track, Sonic Foundry ACID, Sound Forge and Vegas (as an Aux effect only, in Vegas), Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro, SEK'D Samplitude and Samplitude 2496, etc. (More about VST 2.0 compatible host application)

- Other Components: PC configured according to the specifications of the host application

- An ASIO soundcard is recommended for low latency real-time play.

3. Installation
The files must be in a directory where the VST host is looking for VST plugins.

Unzip and extract *.RAR file into VST Plug-ins Folder.

Note: RAR file contains *.dat & *.dll files.

More info about RAR format at http://faq.syntheway.net

4. MIDI Implementation Chart for MHB3:

The following MIDI Continuous Controllers (MIDI CC) messages are recognized and affect the described parameters:

# Decimal / Controller Name CC# 05 - GLIDE - Portamento Time - CC# 07 - MASTER VOLUME CC# 71 - DECAY - ENVELOPE GENERATOR CC# 72 - RELEASE - ENVELOPE GENERATOR CC# 73 - ATTACK - ENVELOPE GENERATOR CC# 74 - SUSTAIN - ENVELOPE GENERATOR CC# 88 - REVERB SIZE ROOM CC# 89 - REVERB WIDTH ROOM CC# 90 - REVERB DAMPING FACTOR ROOM CC# 91 - REVERB MIX LEVEL

5. Version History
v2.1: Changes:
- Added Full Bright B3 Mode.
- Added Portamento/Glide control.
- Added MIDI Automation.
- Some GUI modifications.
- Some bug-fixes and smaller improvements.
v2.0: Improvements:
- Improved sound engine.
- Add ADSR envelope generator with Attack, Sustain, Decay and Release parameters and several modulation targets.
- Sample playback optimized for better performance.
- Patch selector improved
- Redesigned GUI graphics
- Updated built-in 4 patches Blues B3 Hammond Organ.
- Add Knobs (Volume and MIDI Chanel Selector)
Bugfix:
- Some problems when used in Cubase SX fixed
- Small bug fixes.
v1.0: Initial version.
v1.0rc1: Release Candidate.
v0.91/0.92: Beta released.
v0.90: Alpha released.

6. Technical Support and Contact
Free Technical Support to Registered Users:
Please take a look at the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) at http://faq.syntheway.net , before you contact customer support.
If you have any problems with instruments and effects, you can contact us by e-mail (English and Spanish languages allowed). Support requests are answered as quickly as possible, if you send the following information:
- Syntheway Product
- Host Application (Name & Version number)
- A very detailed description of the problem
Your inquiry will be answered in the order in which it is received. Due to the volume of e-mail, sometimes, these may not be able to respond immediately.

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7. FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions: please take a look at the FAQ webpage:

http://faq.syntheway.net

8. Updates:
Please check for updates to this software at:
http://download.syntheway.net
Benefits Registered Users:
Updates within version numbers (e.g. 2.0 to 2.xx) are free of charge. They get distributed electronically after their release.

9. License:
MASTER HAMMOND B3 VSTi - License Agreement
PLEASE READ THIS LEGAL AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.
The use and redistribution of "MASTER HAMMOND B3 VSTi" ("Software") is subject to the following conditions:
1. All copyrights to the Software are exclusively owned by the Author: Daniel Alberto Laiseca.
2. You (the user) have the right to evaluate this Software for the period of 30 days, provided the Software is not used for profit, including but not limited to creating patch libraries and sounds for any pieces you are profiting from. Should you continue use of the Software after your evaluation period expires, or use it for any profit, you shall pay the registration fee.
3. The unregistered demo version of the Software may be freely distributed, with exceptions noted below, provided the distribution package is not modified in any way. No person or company may charge a fee for the distribution of the Software without written permission from the Author. The unregistered demo version of the Software may not be bundled or distributed with any other product without written permission of the Author.
4. Once registered, the user is granted a non-exclusive license to use the Software on one or several computers, for any legal purpose, at a time. The registered Software may not be rented or leased, or given away to the third person, but may be permanently transferred, if the person receiving it agrees to the terms of this License Agreement. If the Software is an update, the transfer must include the update and all previous versions of the Software.
You may not use, copy, emulate, clone, rent, lease, sell, modify, decompile, disassemble, otherwise reverse engineer, or transfer the licensed program, or any subset of the licensed program, except as provided for in this License Agreement. Any such unauthorized use shall result in immediate and automatic termination of this license and may result in criminal and/or civil prosecution.
5. THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT OR ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, TRADE OR PRACTICE. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above disclaimer may not apply to you.
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6. Installing and using the Software signifies acceptance of these terms and conditions of this License Agreement.
7. If you do not agree with the terms of this License Agreement you must remove the Software files from your storage devices and cease to use the product.
8. Acknowledgements: VST is a trademark of Steinberg Soft- und Hardware GmbH. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners, and do not imply owner's endorsement of this product, or guarantee full compliance with owner's standards.
9. All questions concerning this License Agreement shall be directed to: e-mail: license@syntheway.net

10. Evaluation & Registration
The DEMO VERSION is full functional. You can do anything you can do with the full version, you can even save your presets. Also in the demo are some presets included to demonstrate the instruments capabilities. The only restrictions are, that the demo emits a decent noise about every 10 seconds. The full version does not have this intermitting noise.
The program is a SHAREWARE. You are hereby licensed to use this software for evaluation purposes without charge for a period of 30 days. If you use this software after the 30 day evaluation period a registration fee is required.
Please test extensively the demo version of your selected product (s) in your host to make sure there are no misbehaviors before purchasing. (More About General Terms - Read Before You Buy)
The full version is available to purchase, as downloadable software, and you can download the registered version as soon as your payment is received (*). For details on ordering through the Web, please visit us at:
http://shop.syntheway.net

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11. Plug-in Credits
Concept, Design, DSP and GUI by Daniel Alberto Laiseca

12. Acknowledgements:
VST is a trademark of Steinberg Soft- und Hardware GmbH. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners, and do not imply owner's endorsement of this product, or guarantee full compliance with owner's standards.

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