STEINBERG / HALion Sonic 2 Academic Edition

A software multi-sound source with ready-to-use tones!

Free update available to HALion Sonic 3.

■Software Multi-Synth Engine

HALion Sonic 2 is a software instrument that combines Steinberg's cutting-edge sampling technology with a powerful synthesis engine.
It features a 2,500-item library covering every genre and style, instrument modules powered by a powerful engine, and refined operability for everything from studio work to live performances.

-Unique instrument modules and a wide range of high-quality effects
The HALion series features a library of over 2,500 instruments, from acoustic and vintage to the latest synths, and offers instrument modules (parameter sets) to suit any sound, allowing for intuitive tone editing.
HALion also offers the perfect finishing touches for your sounds, featuring numerous effects essential for sound creation.

Four Sound Engines, Including a Granular Synthesis Engine and an Organ Simulator
In addition to a powerful analog synthesis engine and a cutting-edge sample engine, the AX-1000 features two unique sound engines. The granular synthesis engine reconstructs samples to create completely new sounds from familiar sounds, while the tonewheel organ simulator with nine drawbars recreates authentic organ sounds, allowing for infinite tonal variation.


FlexPhraser: A Treasury of Phrase Ideas
Based on the technology of the Yamaha MOTIF music production synthesizer, the FlexPhraser arpeggiator is a phrase player that covers the performance styles of a wide variety of instruments. In addition to numerous presets, it also features a User Phrase Editor that allows you to create original patterns and phrases. Phrases can also be exported as MIDI files for further editing using music production software such as Cubase.

■ System Requirements

・Mac
Supported OS: Mac OS 10.9 / 10.10* / 10.11*
All 32/64-bit native
CPU: Intel dual-core processor
Audio Device: Core Audio-compatible device
VST 3/AU-compatible host application (when using plug-ins)
・Win
Supported OS: Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10
All 32/64-bit native
CPU: Intel / AMD dual-core processor
Audio Device: Windows-compatible device (ASIO-compatible recommended)
VST 3/VST 2-compatible host application (when using plug-ins)

・Common
Required Memory: 4GB or more
Hard Disk: 17GB or more of free space
Display: 1280x800 pixels or more - full color
USB-eLicenser (Copy protection device sold separately or included with Cubase 7, etc.)
USB Connector: For connecting a USB-eLicenser
Double-layer DVD-ROM drive
Internet connection required
*For supported operating systems, please also refer to the update information posted on the download page below.
https://japan.steinberg.net/jp/support/downloads/halion_sonic_2.html
*This product requires a USB-eLicenser (Steinberg Key). It is not included in the package.

■How to purchase the Academic Edition
- Print out the ""Academic Edition Purchase Application Form"" and fill out the necessary information. Faculty, staff, or students will need a copy of their identification in addition to the ""Academic Edition Purchase Application Form.""
- Send the above two documents to us. Your order will be processed after we confirm the above documents.