Audio Modeling's polyphonic SWAM instrument for orchestral sketching and live ensembles. $279 / €279 preorder from $399 / €399, desktop beta, mid-September 2026.
Plugin comparison
Audio Modeling PolySWAM vs EastWest Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which synth to buy.
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8.5Great
EastWest Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition by EastWest Sounds. Flagship cinematic orchestra in the Opus player—blockbuster scoring bread and butter for many media composers.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | Audio Modeling PolySWAM | EastWest Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279 / €279 preorder · $399 / €399 MSRP | $499+ |
| Dubspot Score | — | 8.5 |
| Formats | Desktop | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | — | Cinematic orchestral library |
| Player | — | EastWest Opus |
| Developer | — | EastWest / Soundsonline |
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