Output Substance vs Trilian
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which sampler to buy.
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Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Trilian comes out ahead (8.9). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Specs compared
| Output Substance | Trilian | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 | $299 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.3 | 8.9 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | Multi-mode sample instrument | — |
| Developer | Output | Spectrasonics |
| Typical price | $199 | $299 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Primary job | Designed basses, hits, and hybrid low-end | electric, acoustic, and synth bass coverage |
| Catalog status | Current as of 2026 | Current as of 2026 |
| Product type | — | deep multi-sampled bass instrument |
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