Ample Sound has long been a dominant force in the world of virtual instruments, bridging the gap between MIDI programming and realistic guitar performance. With the release of , they have raised the bar for metal production. This instrument is designed for producers, composers, and musicians who demand high-gain, aggressive guitar tones without the hassle of setting up amps, microphones, and real guitars.

| Feature | Ample Eclipse v3.1.0 | Shreddage 3 Hydra | |--------|----------------------|--------------------| | | Warm, thick, passive pickups | Bright, active pickup style | | Strummer | Advanced 3.0 engine | None (requires separate pattern tool) | | Legato performance | Ultra-realtime, low latency | Good, but slightly heavier on CPU | | Built-in FX | 6 amps + 8 cabs + pedal chain | No built-in amps (requires external) | | Price | ~$169 USD (often on sale) | ~$149 USD |

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Ample Sound's Ample Metal Eclipse is a popular virtual instrument plugin designed to emulate the sound of electric guitars, specifically metal and hard rock styles. The latest version, v3.1.0, promises to deliver even more authentic and versatile tones for metalheads and producers alike. In this review, we'll dive into the features, sound quality, and overall performance of Ample Metal Eclipse on both Windows and macOS platforms.

The latest version of Ample Metal Eclipse, v3.1.0, boasts an impressive array of features that set it apart from other amp simulators on the market. Some of the key features include:

While metal is often associated with single-note riffs, chugging chords are the foundation of the genre. Eclipse includes Ample’s updated Strummer engine. This allows users to program full 6-string chords with realistic upstrokes and downstrokes. For "djent" style players, the Strummer engine allows for rapid-fire chord stabs that would be incredibly difficult to sequence manually in a piano roll. You aren't just playing notes; you are conducting a performance.