Virtual Music Libraries For Professionals

The key to RECEPTOR 2+ PRO MAX is its combination of best-in-class hardware along with completely customized software that extracts all the power possible from the hardware. The software, called Muse Machine, gives you dozens of proprietary features, such as the MIDI Filter, Snapshot presets, and Z-load functions as found in the RECEPTOR 2+ PRO, as well as features that are of special interest to composers and recording engineers, including Muse Research's proprietary UniWire feature.

Please read the FAQs here.

Why Receptor? Please read here for your answers...

And who uses Receptor? Go here for a selected list of artists using Receptor today!

1.5 TB Storage (HDD)
A RECEPTOR uses a Hard Disc Drive (HDD) as its storage device. Some models can be upgraded to feature a larger HDD or even have it replaced with a state-of-the-art Solid State Drive (SSD).

Optional 256 GB (SSD) $899.00

Intel 64-bit, Dual Core, 3.3Ghz (Processor)
The heart of a RECEPTOR is its CPU, or Central processing Unit. These are predefined for each model and can not be configured. Please ensure you choose the base model that best meets you power needs.

RAM (Memory)
All RECEPTOR 2 Hardware Plug-in Players come with the full 4 GB of RAM installed as standard.

Accessories
All manner of extras.
iLok $49.00

Optional Software Bundles
RECEPTOR supports a huge selection of software but we can also pre-install several of the most popular bundles and plug-ins at the factory so you can just turn on and play!
GForce Bundle $499.00
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IK Multimedia Total Workstation Bundle 2 $399.00
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Native Instruments Komplete 7 $499.00
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RPCX Bundle (Rob Papen) $499.00
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Synthogy Ivory 2 Grand Piano $349.00
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• Double the memory: 4GB of high speed RAM so you can run massive sample libraries and tons of sounds.
  Massive processing power: Run plug-ins with super-low latency.
  State-of-the-art hard drives: For maximum polyphony.
  Substantial networking bandwidth: Connect to your computer (laptop or desktop, PC or Mac) using a single Ethernet cable:
  • View RECEPTOR's interface on your computer over a network... including over a WiFi connection4!
    Transfer files and back up your RECEPTOR in no time.
    Use UniWire to accelerate your DAW's performance by running all your power-hungry virtual instruments and effects on the super-stable RECEPTOR 2+, RECEPTOR 2+ PRO and RECEPTOR 2+ PRO MAX.
• Versatile Muse-Machine software: Built on top of Linux for more efficient memory usage that prioritizes audio tasks over all others.
  
  • Easy sound selection: Select presets without having to open a plug-in interface. You control all aspects of a plug-in as well as the mixer itself using MIDI.
    Versatility: Quickly create splits and layers, as well as re-channelizing and re-pitching your sounds instantly.
    Universal Preset Access: Every instrument and effect presents its presets in a consistent and straightforward way on RECEPTOR's built-in interface so you spend more time making music.
    Exclusive Z-Load feature: Once you instantiate a plug-in the first time, subsequent instantiations are almost instantaneous so you can make more music with less waiting.
    Snapshot banks: Quickly switch from one sound to the next without waiting for samples to load. Perfect for live performance.
    The MIDI filter's "patch bay" function: Re-channelize incoming MIDI to play other channels, as well as transpose incoming MIDI to play different pitches.
    Ultra-flexible: Load up to 16 instruments in a bank, and selectively layer, split, and transpose any of the instruments with a simple program change. Add new plug-ins at any time.
    Automatic recall: Remembers the last bank when you turn it on again – nothing to load or set up.
    Enhanced USB peripheral compatibility: Improved USB driver allows hot plugging a large range of peripherals like MIDI and ASCII keyboards as well as mice.
    Graphical interface: Easily browse through sounds using Muse-Machine's graphical interface – sounds load instantly.

• Expandable: Connect up to ten RECEPTOR 2+, RECEPTOR 2+ PRO or RECEPTOR 2+ PRO MAXs to your computer, letting you add additional power as your needs require.
  High-quality I/O: Our legendary audio I/O design, with 24-bit codecs, balanced line level inputs and outputs on 1/4" TRS connectors, super-clean front-panel instrument input, ADAT optical 8-channel digital output, and support for up to 96kHz sample rates.
  Highly tweaked audio I/O drivers: Avoid the annoying conflicts and latency that plagues most computer systems.
  Interface flexibility: Attach a monitor, mouse, and keyboard to the back panel to view our mixer-like software interface in action. You can also edit your virtual instruments and effects using their GUIs.
  Bundled Virtual Instruments include the entire Ultimate Sound Bank (USB) Plugsound BOX, a collection of six different instrument based on the UVI engine, as well as Amplitube Duo from IK Multimedia.
  100's of presets ready to go covering a wide variety of musical styles.
  Starts fast, super stable: Eliminate time-consuming re-boots and other computer-freezing conflicts.
  New Energy Star™ compliant, auto-ranging power supply: with over 80% efficiency at all voltages from 100 to 240V AC (it works anywhere in the world).
  Looks amazing: New blue-backlit LCD display, beautiful new milled aluminum knobs, and a cool, an anodized aluminum front panel.
  Great sound, no headaches: Invest in a platform that will not only save you time, money and headaches, but will also make you sound better than you ever thought possible.

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There are several ways to obtain support from Muse Research (for pre-sales inquiries please contact us on our contact page).

The preferred way to obtain support directly from Muse Research is via the Support Helpdesk on Plugorama, this enables us to track the support ticket effectively, and ensure the relevant person can deal with the issue. Our telephone support line—(650) 326-5400 ext. 2—is also available during West Coast office hours (9-5 PST).

Alternatively, the Receptor Discussion & Support forum at KVR Audio is a great place to get user assisted support. Muse Research staff frequent the forum most days but it should not be used for first line support - we can't guarantee support requests posted there will be picked up and dealt with so please use the Plugorama Helpdesk or telephone support.

For warranty details please go here for all details.