Sound Particles GrainDust

From Tiny Grains to

Creative Organic Sounds

GrainDust is a powerful granular synthesizer with 4 fully independent granular layers, giving you the freedom to create rich and evolving textures. Every grain can move, shift, and breathe, creating results that feel alive and truly three-dimensional. Comes loaded with an exclusive library of unique sounds, giving your music and sound design a signature character from the very first note.

Grains

4 Granular layers, completely customizable.

Import Samples

Import your own audio files to build unique sounds in each granular layer.

+1200 Samples

Jump-start your inspiration with an exclusive library of over 1200 curated samples.

Grain Parameters

Shape each layer in detail with control over grain rate, density, size, continuity, and detune.

Sample Range Selection

Choose exactly which region of your sample generates grains, globally or per ADSR stage, for precise sculpting.

Up To 100 Grains

Get a massive 100 simultaneous grains per note (25 grains x 5 voices x 4 layers).

Pitchless Grains

Add non-pitched grains in some layers, or choose which octaves to apply.

Grain Envelopes

Define the shape of each grain and how they are distributed in time.

Custom EG & LFO

Personalize each layer with EGs and LFOs featuring +70 waveform modifiers.

Grain Playback Mode

Forward, Reverse, Forward + Reverse, Mirror, or a Smoothed variation of Mirror.

Space

The fully integrated 3D engine.

Movement Modifiers

With a single click, set your sounds in motion — from smooth orbits to wild rotations.

Spatial EG & LFO

A note that starts at the back, attacks and sustains to the center, and releases to the ceiling, with azimuth and elevation controls.

Space Sub-Presets

Not sure where to begin? Explore our dedicated presets to space that instantly change position and movement.

Master of Random

Deceive your brain - should all grains start at the same spot or with a slight divergence?

3D Views

Multiple 3D visualizations let you see exactly how your sounds move in space.

Custom SOFA File

Use our built-in HRTF datasets or load your own SOFA file to experience true spatial audio in headphones.

Arpeggiator

A modern approach to the Arpeggiator and Sequencer.

Arpeggiator

Make it easier — choose from 7 arpeggiator modes, add extra octaves, and create instant rhythmic magics.

Sequencer Parameters

One of the most powerful sequencers out there: up to 128 polyphonic steps, spatial controls, and endless creative options.

Sequencer Modes

Pitch bar, mono or poly keyboard — pick the mode that fits your workflow.

Filters

Shape your grains tone, globally or per layer.

Multiple Filters

Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass, Peak, and Low/High Shelf — shape your sound any way you like.

Granular Filters

Apply filters globally or per granular layer, each with its own EG and LFO for precise control.

Keyboard + Velocity Mapping

Make filters react to both key position and velocity for expressive, dynamic performances.

Pitch & Effects

Shape your grains tone, globally or per layer.

Create small organic pitch variations or go crazy on effects.

Random Behaviors

Choose from unique random pitch modes to create anything from eerie textures to bright tones.

Multiple FX

Four FX slots packed with Delay, Reverb, EQ, Filter, Bit-Crusher, and more.

Presets

Instant inspiration with deep flexibility.

+250 Presets and Sub-Presets

Browse, search, and filter through a library of over 250 presets and sub-presets to speed up your workflow.

Random Presets

Craving happy accidents or endless possibilities? Roll the dice to instantly generate random presets.

MPE Compatible Presets

Start creating right away with our MPE-ready presets or design your own for a touch-responsive performance.

Matrix & Extras

Routing power, unlimited possibilities.

The Matrix

Connect any source to any destination, with a Curve Editor for the best fine-tuning.

Curve Editor

Edit custom curves to control parameters with ultimate precision.

Even More Extras

Unlock 8 additional EGs and LFOs for deeper, advanced sound sculpting.