HANDSEMBLE

The ultimate hand clap & finger snap instrument.Deep features, simple controls — get to the perfect hit you imagine, fast.

macOS / AU · VST3

HANDSEMBLE

DEMO

CONCEPT

Every detail, exactly how you want it.

As the name suggests — HAND + ENSEMBLE — HANDSEMBLE builds every hit on the fly, shaping each performer’s timing, pitch and level. The width of the spread, where the energy gathers, how many of the group actually clap — it’s all adjustable. Choose from nine group sizes, from a solo player to a crowd of 120 (snaps go up to 30).

123510153060120

FEATURES

A crowd sounds like a crowd because of how it drifts.

SOURCE

ENSEMBLE / TURNOUT

ENSEMBLE sets the head count; TURNOUT sets how many of them actually clap on each hit. Lower TURNOUT and the line-up changes from hit to hit, giving repeated claps a natural unevenness.

Dedicated keys also trigger each group size directly, so you can play anything from 1 to 120 people without touching a knob.

HANDSEMBLE SOURCE
FEEL

See the spread as you shape it

LOOSENESS widens the timing spread; ACCENT and STRENGTH decide where the energy gathers. A timing chart draws every clapper as one bar — when they hit, and how loud.

Switch on FIXED to lock the hit you just heard and repeat it exactly. The locked hit is saved with your project.

HANDSEMBLE FEEL
STEREO

Who stands where

SPREAD sets the stereo width; FORMATION and GROUPS split the crowd into clusters. Each person is panned individually at the moment they play, so large groups keep a clear stereo image.

HANDSEMBLE STEREO
SEQUENCER

Write the crowd size per step

A built-in step sequencer with CLAP, SNAP and 808 lanes. Every step can carry its own group size and TURNOUT, so one pattern can go from two people to thirty. Keep up to 16 patterns and chain them into songs.

HANDSEMBLE SEQUENCER

SOUNDS & EFFECTS

Three sources, plus effects to finish them.

SOURCE 1

CLAP

Hand claps in two takes, a natural sound and a punchier sound, switched with TAKE.

SOURCE 2

SNAP

Finger snaps in two takes: a natural sound and a punchier sound. Up to 30 people.

SOURCE 3

808

A drum-machine clap synthesised on the fly — no samples. Taps, tone and body are all adjustable.

EFFECTS

ROOM / EQ / COMP / DELAY / REVERB

Five built-in effects laid out in signal order, from room tone to reverb — finish the sound without extra plug-ins.

SPECS

System requirements

OSmacOS 11 (Big Sur) or later
Supported MacsApple Silicon (arm64) / Intel (x86_64) — one installer for both
Plugin formatsAU / VST3 instrument (both installed)
Verified DAWsLogic Pro / Studio One / Cubase
ActivationsUp to 3 activations per license
Internet connectionRequired for activation. After activation the plugin runs offline for up to 60 days; the period is extended automatically when you launch the plugin while online.
Use in your musicRoyalty-free. Music made with this product may be used freely, including commercially, with no credit required. You may not sell or distribute the recorded material, or sounds rendered from this product, as a sound product such as a sample pack or loop library.
UpdatesFree for this product (separate future products not included)
Code signingDeveloper ID signed & notarized

This is a plug-in. A DAW that supports AU or VST3 is required. As an instrument, load it on an instrument track rather than an audio track. Other DAWs supporting AU or VST3 will generally work, but have not been tested by us.

FREE TRIAL

Try it free for 14 days.

No account, no credit card. Download, install, and every feature is yours for 14 days. The trial inserts about one second of silence every 45 seconds — enter a license key anytime to remove it.

Download the trial

Available after you register your email. The zip contains the installer (.pkg) and the manual (PDF). macOS (Apple Silicon / Intel).

STEP 1

Unzip & install

Unzip the file, run the installer (.pkg), and agree to the license (EULA).

STEP 2

Load it on an instrument track

Restart your DAW and load HANDSEMBLE on an instrument track. Both AU and VST3 are installed automatically.

STEP 3

Enter your key

Once you buy, enter the license key you receive into the plugin's activation screen. No reinstall needed.

Ready to buy? See pricing →

PRICING

Simple, one-time pricing.

HANDSEMBLE
Launch Sale — 30% OFF
¥9,800¥6,860(tax incl.)
Until 31 Oct 2026, 23:59 JST. The regular price of ¥9,800 (tax incl.) applies after the sale. The discount code “HANDS30” is applied automatically at checkout. Depending on your connection ¥9,800 may appear first and switch to ¥6,860 after a few seconds — please confirm ¥6,860 before paying.
  • Perpetual license, one-time purchase
  • Free updates
  • Up to 3 activations per license
  • Royalty-free use in your music
Buy HANDSEMBLE

Try the 14-day free trial first →

FAQ

FAQ

Are the trial and the paid version different downloads?

They are the same installer. If you already installed the trial, just enter the license key you receive after purchase into the activation screen — no re-download or reinstall.

Why does the sound cut out during the trial?

The trial inserts about one second of silence every 45 seconds. This is not a bug — entering a license key removes it within a few seconds, without restarting your DAW.

Can I use it in commercial releases?

Yes. Music you make with this product is royalty-free for commercial and non-commercial use, and no credit is required. You may not sell or distribute the recorded material, or sounds rendered from this product, as a sound product such as a sample pack, loop library or instrument. See the licence agreement (EULA) included with the product for details.

Does my GAINBAL license cover HANDSEMBLE?

No. HANDSEMBLE is a separate product and needs its own license key.

How many machines can I use my license on?

Each license activates on up to 3 machines. If you reach that limit — say, after switching computers — you can deactivate and reassign seats anytime from the License Manager.

It doesn't show up in my DAW.

It is an instrument, so load it on an instrument track rather than an audio track. If it still doesn't appear, restart your DAW.

Is Windows supported?

Currently we only offer the macOS version (AU / VST3). Windows support is something we're considering for the future.

Can I get a refund?

Being a digital product, we generally do not offer refunds. You can evaluate every feature with the 14-day trial before buying, so please check it first. See our Specified Commercial Transactions notice for details.

If I'm refunded, can I keep using the plugin?

No. If a refund is issued, or payment is reversed by a chargeback, that license key is deactivated and the product can no longer be used. Deactivation takes effect within 60 days at the latest: when the offline period expires, or at the next license renewal before that.

How do I receive my license key after purchase?

After checkout, your license key is shown on the confirmation page and sent to the email address you purchased with. The installer is the same file linked above under “Download the trial” — the trial and paid builds are identical.