The Pinnacle of Virtual Guitar Realism
After 10 years of pushing the boundaries of sampled guitars, Impact Soundworks presents Shreddage 3 Hydra—a no-compromise 8-string guitar library built to redefine what’s possible in virtual guitar performance. Capturing the raw intensity of an Iron Label RGIF8, drop-tuned to low E, and powered by Fishman Fluence Tosin Abasi Signature pickups, Hydra delivers the clearest, most aggressive tone in the Shreddage lineup.
Unparalleled Sampling for Maximum Authenticity
To ensure every performance sounds natural, Hydra boasts:
✅ 40,000+ pristine 24-bit samples
✅ Meticulous sampling of all strings, frets, and articulations
✅ Realistic performance engine with up to 4x RR per note
✅ 5 palm mute layers + multiple dynamic layers for nuanced control
✅ Full articulation set: sustains, power chords, slides, harmonics, tremolo, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and more
Performance & Playability with TACT 3.0
Hydra features Total Articulation Control Technology (TACT) 3.0, allowing users to fully customize articulation mapping for their personal workflow. Whether performing live or sequencing MIDI in a DAW, every nuance of a real guitarist is at your fingertips.
Seamless Integration
- Runs in the FREE Kontakt Player (6.7+) – No additional software required
- NKS Compatible – Full support for Native Instruments hardware
- Optimized for Fast Workflow – Designed for immediate playability

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