GeoShred Naada Oud for Mac
The deal
$33 at JRR Shop (down from $45). No coupon code needed - price is already reduced. This is an ongoing sale with no listed expiration.
What it is
GeoShred Naada Oud for Mac is a physically-modeled oud instrument plugin from moForte, built for their GeoShred Studio platform. Unlike sample-based libraries, it synthesizes the oud's tone in real time, capturing the instrument's sliding pitch, buzzing timbre, and resonant body character. It supports fine-grained pitch bending and vibrato for authentic Middle Eastern phrasing.
Who it's for
Composers and producers working in world music, film scoring, or experimental sound design who need convincing microtonal string performances. Also a strong pick for MPE controller owners who want an instrument that actually responds to per-note pitch and pressure nuance.
Key features
- Physical modeling synthesis instead of static samples for a more responsive, playable oud sound
- Real-time articulation control lets you shape slides, vibrato, and pitch bends as you play
- Full MPE support for expressive control from compatible controllers
- Microtonal tuning flexibility suited to Middle Eastern and other non-Western musical traditions
