Shreddage 3 Jupiter is a Kontakt-based 7-string virtual guitar library with a dark, rich rock and metal tone, powered by the S3 engine and featuring the Console FX rack and TACT 2.0 articulation mapping.
Instrument Overview
Shreddage 3 Jupiter is an electric guitar library built on Kontakt, capturing the sound of a 7-string guitar tuned to drop-A. It continues the legacy of Shreddage 2, a widely used virtual guitar, but brings upgraded playback and editing capabilities. The instrument focuses on heavy rock and metal, with massive power chords and chugs that fill out rhythm tracks.
The library includes pristine 24-bit recordings of sustains, power chords, palm mutes, staccatos, harmonics, tremolos, tapping, and more. It offers multiple vibrato types, release noises, and rakes. The included cabinet impulses cover various mic positions and models, providing a versatile range of tonal options for mixing.
Key Capabilities
The S3 engine introduces features like polyphonic input for realistic chords, multiple fret and string voicing algorithms, and a new strumming tab. The user interface has been expanded for easier editing. The Total Articulation Control Technology (TACT) 2.0 allows deep customization of how articulations are mapped and triggered, adapting to individual playing styles.
Jupiter includes 45 production-ready tone snapshots, letting you quickly switch between different sounds. The Console FX rack features over 30 effects modules, including EQs, compressors, spatial and modulation effects, amps, distortion pedals, and reverbs. You can blend pickups and add custom inserts, and save/load chains across projects.
Workflow and Editing
Editing articulations is straightforward with TACT 2.0, which gives you control per-articulation. You can adjust dynamic layers, mute levels, and velocity-to-volume curves. This allows you to fine-tune the response of each technique. The S3 engine also offers one-click double and quad-tracking, which instantly thickens rhythm parts.
The strumming tab is designed for creating custom rhythm patterns, and the multiple voicing algorithms help generate realistic chord voicings. The Console mixer allows you to blend between guitar pickups and add effects to each one. This integrated workflow means you can complete a guitar sound entirely within the instrument, without relying on external plugins.
Practical Applications
Shreddage 3 Jupiter is well-suited for rock, metal, and heavy genres. Its dark, rich tone makes it ideal for drop-tuned rhythm tracks, and the power chords and chugs are perfect for producing driving riffs. The included presets and FX chain let you quickly dial in a sound, whether for composing or mixing in a DAW.
The library is especially useful for in-the-box production, as it includes the full Console rack and beyond, eliminating the need for separate guitar amp sims. TACT 2.0’s articulation mapping advantages allow you to create custom performance setups for your specific workflow, making this a flexible choice for composers and producers.
Key features
- 7-string guitar tuned to drop-A
- Polyphonic input for realistic chords
- New strumming tab for custom rhythm parts
- Console FX rack with 30+ effects modules and 45 snapshots
- Total Articulation Control Technology (TACT) 2.0
- One-click double and quad-tracking
- Custom cabinet IRs with multiple mic positions
Best for
Best for heavy rock and metal composers and producers seeking a realistic, flexible virtual guitar for rhythm tracks, with strong articulation control and comprehensive built-in effects.