Pyramids from MNTRA Instruments is a sample-based virtual instrument built from recordings of quartz pyramids, with sample maps, round robins and Sample Start Modulation versions of its sounds.
Pyramids at a glance
| Developer | MNTRA Instruments |
|---|---|
| Type | Instruments / Virtual Instruments |
| Formats | VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 7 or later, macOS |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| RAM | 8 GB or more |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €48.59 |
What Pyramids does
The instrument is organized as a set of 32 instrument sample maps and 50 atelier presets, and 22 of the maps are Sample Start Modulation enabled. Each pyramid is captured with up to two microphone channels and 17 round robins alternate the playback samples.
The developer says spinning a pyramid produces an acoustic vibrato from the interaction between harmonics. Extended Range Audio stretched samples reveal slower fluctuations, and Sample Start Modulation can be driven by played velocity or random modulation, so the start point scans through the sample.
Key features
- Atelier presets and sample maps. Fifty atelier presets sit on top of 32 instrument sample maps, giving a starting point for each pyramid before any editing.
- Sample Start Modulation. 22 sample maps support Sample Start Modulation, so the playback start point is moved by velocity or by a random modulation source and scans through the sample.
- Round robin playback. 17 round robin sets alternate between different takes of the same note to avoid repeated identical attacks.
- Two microphone channels. Up to two microphone channels are available, so the close and ambient captures of a pyramid can be balanced.
- Extended Range Audio stretched samples. The developer describes Extended Range Audio stretched samples that reveal slower fluctuations and subtle movements in the tone.
- Spin-driven acoustic vibrato. According to the developer, spinning a pyramid generates an acoustic vibrato from the interaction between harmonics.
Use cases
- Ambient and cinematic textures. The developer describes the tones as transparent and deeply immersive, which suits pads and evolving textures built from the sample maps.
- Sound design with Sample Start Modulation. Velocity and random modulation of the start point produce changing timbres from a single sample, useful for sound design work.
Who it is for
Composers who work with film, games and concert hall material, and sound designers who want sample-based textures with motion, will find the instrument’s organization suited to their sessions.
Pyramids compared with similar plugins
Augmented VOICES, Augmented GRAND PIANO, Augmented STRINGS by Arturia and Flesh by Native Instruments are also listed as Instruments / Virtual Instruments, with VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats for Windows and macOS. Pyramids is a sample-based instrument built around quartz pyramid recordings, while Flesh is listed under Instruments / Synth, and the Arturia Augmented titles cover voices, grand piano and strings.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pyramids | MNTRA Instruments | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €48.59 |
| Augmented VOICES | Arturia | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €147.76 |
| Augmented GRAND PIANO | Arturia | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €147.76 |
| Augmented STRINGS | Arturia | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €147.76 |
| Flesh | Native Instruments | Synth | VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
Price and availability
Pyramids was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €48.59. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
Pyramids FAQ
Is there a working serial key or keygen for Pyramids?
A working serial key is the string most often typed in searches, and the keygen is paired with the Pyramids crack in circulated releases.
Is Pyramids available as a torrent or magnet link?
Torrent and magnet link copies of the instrument are shared, usually packed as a Pyramids repack with .rar or .iso files.
Does Pyramids run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Native support for Apple Silicon is listed, and the macOS build is available as AU and AAX on macOS.