Produce truly realistic and expressive solo cello performances with ILIO GeoCello, a virtual instrument for the GeoShred Studio platform that offers full bow-string response on all four strings (C, G, D, A) via GeoShred Studio's multi-row continuous pitch surface. With advanced SWAM physical modeling, bow string physics are computed in real time as a live acoustic event.
By pressing into the grid, you can shape bow dynamics and vibrato. You can engage in expressions like portamento, glide, and slide, enjoy direct bow parameter control by shifting contact points, adjust bow speed and pressure, and alter vibrato depth and rate. Use GeoShred Studio's integrated FX rack for sweetening your performance with reverb, amp simulation, echo, and more. GeoCello requires GeoShred Studio (sold separately) to function, which is available in AU, AU3, VST3, or standalone formats for macOS only.
Legato phrases, spiccato passages, and sustained bowing all respond continuously to gesture and pressure. The SWAM engine by Audio Modeling drives the underlying acoustic simulation; GeoShred’s integrated FX rack adds reverb, echo, and amp modeling as part of the signal chain throughout.
Real-time pressure and gesture response are built into the platform from the ground up, not layered on top of a static MIDI instrument. GeoShred Control pairs with GeoShred Studio over USB and puts a multitouch iOS surface in a performer’s hands during live play. Wind controllers, breath controllers, and MPE hardware all connect directly as well.