Dark Matter

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James Powley

Dark Matter

A Sound Designers Collective Edition

Sale price £10.00 GBP

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What software do I need to use this product?

This product requires the free Soundbox player (version 1.2.1 or higher) by Audiomodern. Download Soundbox here. You can learn more about the Soundbox here.

Platforms supported
Mac OS 10.14 and up (including Native Apple Silicon M1 and higher compatibility). PC Windows 10 and newer. Linux and iPadOS.

VST3 • AU • AAX & Standalone for Windows & macOS.
AUv3 & Standalone for iPadOS. Requires iPadOS 12.0 or later.

You can also view all of our Kontakt Instruments here.

Soundbox Pack

  • 10 fully playable Soundbox presets
  • 820 MB (extracted)
  • 444 MB FLAC version (extracted) – Samples are compressed to FLAC format, making them ideal devices with limited storage.

Synths Recorded

  • PWM Mantis Hybrid-Analogue Synthesizer

Atmospheric textures inspired by deep space

Dark Matter is my exploration of the unknown. I've always been fascinated by space and the endless mystery that lies beyond what we can see. I wanted to create an instrument that captures that sense of curiosity, transforming it into atmospheric textures, haunting pads, and otherworldly soundscapes that invite you to explore without limits.

My musical journey began in the world of orchestral composition, but in recent years I've become captivated by synthesizers and the incredible possibilities they offer. Every preset in Dark Matter has been meticulously crafted using my PWM Mantis hybrid-analogue synthesizer, with countless hours spent layering, shaping, and refining each sound by hand. The result is a collection of expressive presets that feel alive, cinematic, and full of character.

Built exclusively for the free Soundbox player, Dark Matter has been designed to be intuitive, inspiring, and deeply playable from the very first note. Whether you're scoring film, creating ambient music, or simply searching for fresh sonic inspiration, my hope is that Dark Matter sparks the same sense of wonder and discovery that inspired me throughout its creation.

James Powley

PWM Mantis

About the PWM Mantis Hybrid Synthesizer

The PWM Mantis is the final synthesizer designed by the legendary Chris Huggett, whose iconic creations include the Wasp, Gnat and OSCar. Developed during the final years of his life, the Mantis blends classic analogue character with modern design, becoming a fitting tribute to one of the pioneers of British synthesizer design.

Combining dual oscillators, a sub-oscillator, versatile analogue filters and an extensive modulation system, the Mantis is capable of everything from lush evolving pads to dark cinematic textures and expressive leads. Completed by PWM (Paul Whittington) following Chris's passing, it stands as a remarkable instrument that captures Chris's creative vision while inspiring a new generation of musicians and sound designers.

Download for Desktop

Mac OS, PC Windows and Linux
VST3 • AU • AAX & Standalone.

Download for iPad Pro

The Soundbox interface makes it easy to shape your sound. Each layer is fully adjustable with ADSR, effects, modulation, arpeggiator, and a versatile vector pad for morphing through layers with various vector shapes. Plus, you can quickly tweak volume, panning, and solo/mute layers on the main page, giving you total control to sculpt the soundscapes to suit your project. Once you've perfected your setup, save your unique presets using the intuitive and easy to use browser.

Adding new packs to Soundbox is a breeze! Head to the User Sounds menu, enter the preset and pack manager, click Import, and select the downloaded Soundbox Pack (.sbpack file) and you're done!

Important: Kompose Audio Soundbox packs work fully with the Soundbox player, except for the Sample & Mapping editor, which is for importing and editing your own sounds. To unlock this feature, enter the license key from any Audiomodern Soundbox instrument in the settings tab. Once unlocked, it stays active forever and includes free lifetime updates.

MPE & Multi-touch demonstration

Soundbox supports MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) and is also Multi-touch enabled, making it one of the very few audio samplers offering both MPE and full multi-touch support.

Join The Sound Designers Collective

Are you a sound designer creating original virtual instruments or sound libraries? We'd love to hear from you. If you're passionate about crafting unique sounds and would like to explore becoming part of The Sound Designers Collective, get in touch with us for more information.

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Technical Information

Please carefully read the system requirements before purchasing this product.