Buy Ample Metal Ray5, get a free gift with purchase:
Ample Metal Ray5 delivers the deep, punchy tone of a Musicman Stingray 5 Classic bass, captured with precision and paired with cutting-edge performance tools for modern production. Designed for producers seeking realistic low-end power, this virtual instrument features nine expressive articulations, polyphonic legato, and drop tuning down to A0. Its upgraded Riffer 4 system introduces dual-view MIDI editing, intelligent string behavior, and a huge riff library to accelerate composition. With built-in amp simulation, flexible FX, and seamless Guitar Pro integration, Ample Metal Ray5 is a serious toolkit for crafting authentic, mix-ready basslines in rock, metal, pop, and beyond.
Features
- Based on a 5-string Musicman Stingray Classic bass
- 9 detailed articulations including slides, hammer-ons, and dead notes
- Polyphonic legato and slide smoother for realistic transitions
- Drop tuning supported down to A0
- Riffer 4 with dual MIDI views (Piano Roll + Tab) and intelligent fingering logic
- Full MIDI import/export with precise playback accuracy
- Tab Reader 4 with Guitar Pro 3–8 support
- 3 bass amp models + 4 cabinet options with 4 mic choices each
- Built-in FX: 8-band EQ, compressor, delay, and convolution reverb
- Includes extensive library of pre-made bass riffs
- Mac: macOS 10.15 or later.
- Windows: Windows 7 to Windows 11 (64-bit).
- Plugin Formats: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, and standalone host (Rectangles).
- Disk Space: Over 20 GB, SSD is recommended.
- CPU: Intel i5 or higher.
Activation
1. Head to www.amplesound.net/en/purchase-exchange.asp.
2. Log in via the link provided beneath the form if you are an existing Ample Sound user. Alternatively, enter your Redeem Code (listed as 'Serial Number') from within your Plugin Boutique User Account, and complete the Captcha as necessary. Click 'Redeem'.
3. Complete the form using your details, and click 'Confirm'.
4. Check your inbox for an email titled 'Ample Sound Software' (note: this may have appeared in your Spam folder), and open it.
Installation
Important Note: Both the instrument and its corresponding sample library must be installed in order for your Ample Sound plugin to work.
1. Download the installation files for your system from within the email from Ample Sound, unzip its contents, and open the instrument installation file (the file which does not include 'Library' in its name).
2. Follow the installation prompts to complete installation on your system.
3. Once the instrument has completed installation, open the corresponsing library installation file (this will include 'Library' in its name).
4. Follow the installation prompts to complete installation on your system (note: Library installation destination must not contain non-English characters or other invalid characters such as “*&^%$#@”)
5. Open your new plugin within your DAW, and enjoy!
