If you’re looking for Big Fat Lush Pad’s sampled from a legendary synth that has been used by some of the most iconic bands and artists of all time, then this product is for you! Introducing AV Classic Pads — a lush, atmospheric new sample-based collection from world-renowned sound designer Peter James, captured directly from his personal Access Virus TI / TI2. Featuring 35 beautifully sampled and curated pad patches, this library delivers the unmistakable warmth, shimmer, and emotional depth that have come to define Peter’s work.

If you’ve ever listened to a Hillsong UNITED, Hillsong Worship, or Hillsong Young & Free record from the last decade, you’ve already heard Peter’s sonic fingerprints. His pads have shaped the sound of modern worship across the globe — inspiring musicians, producers, and churches with their ability to create space, emotion, and atmosphere.
His approach blends musical sensitivity with meticulous sound-crafting, and this new collection continues that legacy.

Every patch was processed through Peter’s favorite outboard gear, giving each sound more width, clarity, and tonal complexity than even the Access Virus could deliver on its own. These are not simple static samples — they breathe, swell, shimmer, and evolve, just like the iconic pads you’ve heard on countless Hillsong albums and live recordings.

Why Musicians Love Peter’s Patches

Peter’s sounds have become a staple in worship environments because they strike the perfect balance:

• Musicality — His patches are expressive and emotional, supporting vocals rather than overpowering them.
• Atmosphere — They instantly fill space with a warm, cinematic tone, perfect for transitions, builds, and reflective moments.
• Mix-Ready — His years of producing and recording for Hillsong have shaped his ear for textures that sit effortlessly in a mix.
• Character — Every patch carries Peter’s distinct sense of motion, color, and depth.

With AV Classic Pads, that beloved aesthetic is now available in a fresh, Virus-focused collection — refined, sampled, and shaped with the same care Peter brings to major album sessions.

What’s Inside

• 35 Sample-Based Pad Patches from the Access Virus TI/TI2
• Signature Outboard Processing for enhanced clarity, width, and analog warmth
• Rich, evolving atmospheres ideal for worship, cinematic scoring, ambient layers, and expressive sound beds
• Mix-ready textures that pair beautifully with keys, pads, leads, or full band arrangements
• A modern yet timeless collection that expands Peter’s already iconic sound palette

Whether you’re leading worship, crafting moments in a live set, or building immersive soundscapes for production, AV Classic Pads offers the classic Virus sound — elevated by Peter’s years of experience recording, producing, and shaping the sonic DNA of Hillsong.