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Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
Key Features
The GForce VSM IV is a refreshed synthesizer plugin for those seeking the lush, organic sounds of vintage string machines. Crafted for musicians, producers, and sound designers alike, this powerful instrument offers an unparalleled sonic palette drawn from 46 classic and rare string machines. With over 1900 presets and more than 11.5 GB of data, VSM IV enables the creation of unique synthetic strings, blending sounds through two layers for never-before-heard combinations.
New features like a fully scalable UI, enhanced Patch and Instrument Browsers, and innovative functions like Undo, Redo, Copy, and Paste, streamline workflow and foster creativity. Authentic ageing effects, such as Wow and Flutter, alongside advanced modulation and effect options, enrich the sonic experience. The addition of expanded Poly Aftertouch and Velocity controls makes the VSM IV not just a sound source, but a dynamic instrument that responds expressively to your play style.
Product Ref: 293986
At the heart of the GForce VSM IV lies its extensive library, boasting sounds from 46 iconic string machines. This collection ranges from the pioneering Eminent 310 and Freeman String Symphonizer to beloved instruments like the Solina, Elka Rhapsody, and many others. The VSM IV's comprehensive library is not just about nostalgia; it's a gateway to crafting unique, hybrid soundscapes by combining these vintage sounds through its innovative two-layer system, pushing the boundaries of what string machine sounds can be.
The VSM IV introduces a fully scalable UI, making it easier than ever to navigate through its vast sound library. The enhanced Patch and Instrument Browsers are a boon for quick sound selection, while the addition of Undo, Redo, Copy, and Paste functions ensures a smooth, flexible editing process. This level of user-friendly design encourages experimentation and creativity, allowing users to focus more on their music and less on navigating complexities.
New to VSM IV, the Wow and Flutter features offer an authentic emulation of the charming imperfections found in vintage string machines. Alongside this, the introduction of a state-variable filter, ensemble effect, chorus, and matrix reverb significantly expands the sonic palette. These features, combined with the expanded Poly Aftertouch and Velocity controls, provide users with an instrument that is not only rich in sound but also exceptional in its expressiveness and playability.
The VSM IV is not just about recreating classic sounds; it's about reimagining them. With over 1900 presets, including 200+ new patches crafted by notable artists and sound designers, the VSM IV offers unparalleled creative potential. Whether blending sounds from different string machines to create something entirely new or using the extensive modulation and effect options to add depth and character, the VSM IV empowers users to explore uncharted sonic territories, making it an indispensable tool for any music production or sound design project.
"Drawing upon a generously wide range of sample sources, and the ability to smudge, age and chew up the sound with tape emulation, filters, modulation and LFOs, it can also offer up otherworldly cinematic soundscapes, rhythmic beasts, nightmarish ambience and regal elegance. It’s a shape-shifting gem!” - Robin Rimbaud (Scanner)
