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Sampler
MODO BASS 2
IK Multimedia · €199.99
A physically modeled electric bass virtual instrument that uses modal synthesis to recreate the sound and behavior of real bass guitars.
MODO BASS 2 is a sampler by IK Multimedia, available in VST 2, VST 3, AAX, Audio Units and Standalone formats. It is priced at €199.99.
Notable features include bass models, synthesis and string configurations. See the full specifications and frequently asked questions below.
Specifications
- Bass models
- 22 physically modeled basses (8 new in v2)
- Synthesis
- Modal synthesis (no samples; no hard-drive space for sample content)
- String configurations
- 4, 5, or 6 strings
- Pickup models
- 32 pickup models
- Playing styles
- Finger, slap, pick, and mute articulations
- MIDI patterns
- Over 1,500 included
- Platform/architecture
- 64-bit; Mac (macOS 10.13+) and Windows (Windows 10+)
Last verified 2026-06-16
FAQ
Does MODO BASS 2 use samples?
No. It is based on modal synthesis (physical modeling), so it requires no hard-drive space for sample content.
What plugin formats does it support?
Audio Units, VST 2, VST 3, and AAX on Mac; VST 2, VST 3, and AAX on Windows. A 64-bit standalone app is also included.
What are the system requirements?
Mac: Intel Core 2 Duo or Apple M1, 4 GB RAM (8 GB suggested), macOS 10.13 or later. Windows: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2, 4 GB RAM (8 GB suggested), Windows 10 or later with an ASIO-compatible sound card.