Product Description

Arturia introduces the minimoog V, a faithful reproduction of the Minimoog. Offering all the features of the original, the software version also brings polyphony, MIDI management, presets, coupled with other advantages of modern tools - behind the control panel are additional functions: a modulation matrix, an arpeggiator and an independent LFO as well as a stereo chorus and a delay. But what about the core of the Minimoog, the sound? Thanks to TAE, Arturias proprietary technology for emulating analog circuits, the minimoog V offers an unchallenged quality of sound. Sharp filters, aliasing-free oscillators, soft-clipping guarantee you have the best analog emulation on the market. Benefit from the experience of the best sound designers The minimoog V comes loaded with more than 500 presets made by a selection of talented sound designers. It is certainly an instrument which is going to bring a lot to your musical palette. ... Read more

Features

• Stereo synthesizer
• Mono / polyphonic
• Up to 32 voices per instrument with unison possibilities
• MAC or Windows

Reviews (3)

Mooogy!
I have played around with some of these virtual instruments to find that some of them are quite good-sounding. The Moog series VSTs are somewhat less attractive that, say ARP VST. They all are CP memory-consuming plug-ins that also require sound cards with good latency characteristics (otherwise you have to play the instrument in MIDI mode with a reduced latency, allowing for clicks and pops to appear, and then increase the latency before the recording is mixed down to an audio file). The Moog series have lots of factory settings that mostly out of the range of pleasant and purposeful sounds. It is often hard to use them either as leads or bass sounds, and they need to be tweaked so some extent. Besides, some of the sounds are overwhelming and destroy the rest of the sounds in your recording. If you're after bass sounds, I'd suggest the Arp 2600 VST instead.

Great Synth Emulator!
I have been using this for three months now and love it!

The main thing I love about it is all the built-in patches that come from the manufacturer.More than half of them are throwaways, but the others give you enough of an introduction to the voices and oscillators that you can tweak them just a bit to get them where you want it.I think there are over 400 built-in patches, including Arpeggios, Basses, and Pads.I'm getting some serious Boards of Canada and Casino v. Japan voices here.There are some classic Moog sounds, for sure!

I'm using it with an M-Audio Keystation 49e ($99.95), which is essential in my opinion.You don't get polyphonic without a MIDI controller, and this is a good one if you don't already have something to drive the program.

THE ONE DRAWBACK:I'm also using it with Pro Tools LE 6.x on a PowerMac G5 and it works fine in standalone; however, I have a hard time patching into the M-box without going from the computer headphones jack.This is less than ideal as it introduces some white noise on the track.I'm working with someone to try and get around my hack.

I also have a 25-year-old Moog Opus III synth, so I know what to expect from the real thing.This is a great innovation for vintage synth fanatics like myself, and I recommend it highly.

I bought the Korg Legacy Collection and had to take it back because it wouldn't work on my PowerMac G5.I prefer Moogs anyway, so I would recommend this over the Korg Legacy Collection (especially because of the price)!

The Best Minimoog Emulation
If you're like me, you're dying to own a Minimoog, whether a vintage instrument, or a new Voyager, but don't have the ready cash to make a purchase.For a 20th of the cost of a new Minimoog and a 10th of the cost of a vintage model, you can buy this amazing emulation by Arturia, sanctioned by Bob Moog himself.

Using TAE (True Analog Emulation), the Arturia Minimoog V sounds just like the real thing.How do I know? I used to own a Minimoog (1973-1978) and mourn everyday that I ever let it go. The Arturia's true-to-life sounds make my dreams come true. Even better, Arturia's Minimoog V is polyphonic, and has features the old original Mini badly needed, such as a dedicated LFO, an arpegginator, and on-board reverd, delay, and chorus.Arturia also adds a matrix modulation feature, allow easy cross-polination of sound sources.

Along with Minimoog V's sterling interface comes many factory presets created by an array of synthesizer freaks including Klaus Schulze. Arturia itself provides updates, community boards, and excellent documentation.

If you want the phat, dirty, and analog sound of a Minimoog, but blanch at the price and the size, buy this one. I use it in Cakewalk Sonar Producers Edition with no problems whatsoever. Along my G-Force Mellotron, and my Kurzweil Hammond emulation, I am one happy prog freak. ... Read more

Product Description

The CS-80V is the reproduction of the legendary Yamaha® CS-80, which is considered by many as the "ultimate polyphonic synthesizer". More than 25 years after its release, the time has come to rediscover a sound that has extensively contributed to the history of musicIn 1976, Yamaha introduced the CS-80. The price tag ($6,900) put it out of reach of most musicians, and the weight (220 lbs or 100 kg) made it sometimes hard to use on stage...But the qualities of the CS-80, considered as Japans first great synthesizer, made it immediately famous in the music industry. The CS-80 was popularised in the late 70's and early 80's by artists and groups like Toto, Jean-Michel Jarre, Keith Emerson, Stevie Wonder or Vangelis, who helped to turn this synthesizer into a real myth ... Read more

Features

• Mac
• Stereo synthesizer
• Polyphonic (8 voices)
• More than 400 presets, made by professionals

Product Description

Two silver synths and two venerable drum machines. Four pieces of classic music hardware reincarnated as software. All the quirks and subtle qualities of analog synths, coupled with the convenience of modern computers. Yet with that unmistakable analog sound. Does all this sound impossible? ReBirth turns any analog purist into a computer enthusiast. Just install it on your Mac or PC and you're ready to spin! ... Read more

Features

• Mac
• Two 303-Type Bass Line Synthesizers
• 808 and 909-Type Drum Machines
• Distortion Box, Delay, Compressor and PCF

Product Description

Absynth 3 is a powerful instrument combining synthesis with sampling. The clearly structured user-interface and innovative features turns the sound design process into a creative and enjoyable musical journey. Let your imagination be heard. Now in its third generation, the award-winning synthesizer continues to build on its untouchable reputation. From futuristic synths to rhythmic mayhem, vintage sounds to ambient layers and completely unique, alien soundscapes Absynth 3 seduces with sublime sounds. The possibilities offered by its semi-modular architecture and powerful, unique features stretch well beyond the boundaries of existing synthesizers, creating an extremely diverse spectrum of amazing sounds. Absynth 3 brings dozens of new features that greatly expand its already extraordinary sound spectrum. The powerful synthesizer now incorporates a new user interface with convenient one-window editing, envelope-controlled surround sound features, live audio inputs, real-time fractalization, unison mode, advanced envelope control, 2 new special effects and 256 additional presets. ... Read more

Features

• Mac

Product Description

Based on Access Music's award-winning synthesizer, Virus for PowerCore offers 16 voices with 3 main oscillators, 2 filters, 3 LFOs, and 2 envelopes for every voice. It is also equipped with an extensive series of oscillators, LFOs, independent multimode filters, and fast envelopes. The FX section features chorus/flanger, phaser, saturation, distortion, analog boost, and ring modulation. In addition, the global reverb/delay and the predelay time can be synched to a song's tempo.A global vocoder with up to 32 bands, and a built-in arpeggiator add to the feature set. Adaptive Control Smoothing allows super smooth parameter rides without any unwanted side effects, and an extensive modulation matrix makes it possible to create the most stunning sounds.Virus for PowerCore can be used as a VST instrument for Windows or Mac, as well as an Audio Unit plug-in under Mac OSX. The actual synth engine is powered by PowerCore, saving the host's CPU for other tasks.Sophisticated patch management gives you control over thousands of patches organized in automatically created hierarchical menus. The file format is the same Standard MIDI file used by the hardware synthesizers, and more than 4000 pre-programmed sounds are accessible from Access Music's website.The Base package offers a licence which enables up to 4 plug-in instances utilising one DSP (16 voices, 4 instances). A multi DSP license can be obtained on top of the... ... Read more

Features

• 3 oscillators, 2 filters, 3 LFOs per voice
• Ultra-fast envelopes
• Massive modulation matrix
• Up to 5 effect processors per instance
• Built-in vocoder

Product Description

REAKTOR 4, the award-winning modular sound studio, is the ultimate tool for sound design and music production. REAKTOR 4 lets musicians and engineers design and build their own instruments, samplers, effects and sound design tools. REAKTOR 4 is also a world-class studio right out of the box â its Library includes dozens of exceptional instruments and effects and the online User Library is growing every day. REAKTOR offers access to an arsenal of sonic tools limited only by the imagination. ... Read more

Features

• Allows you to design your own instruments and sound design tools
• New modules, interface elements, integrated browser, graphical sample mapping, and new preset functions
• A world-class studio right out of the box
• New library includes dozens of exceptional instruments: first-class synthesizer, samplers, drum machines, loop tools, step sequencers, and effects units, each with thousands of presets
• Works as a plug-in via VST 2.0

Product Description

Cool synth sounds only a Moog can make. A fantastic software version of the analog modular synthesizer technology that Moog Music introduced in the '60s. This emulation cuts no corners, and contains many realistic, accurate features such as front panel controls and switches, virtual patch cords, envelope generators, LFOs, and other traditional control functions, all manipulated by the click of a mouse! Robert Moog took part in the development, and gave Arturia permission to use the Moog name. Also uses MIDI, allows easy loading and saving of patches, and polyphonic tone generation. ... Read more

Features

• Accurately emulates the original Moog
• Developed with Robert Moog
• Stereo synthesizer
• Mono/polyphonic
• Soft clipping function

Product Description

Vocoding in a New Dimension Powered by an extremely high-resolution FFT spectral engine, VOKATOR defines a new standard for vocoding transparency, detail, and smoothness. In addition to an exceptional vocoder, VOKATOR boasts a sophisticated synthesizer and a granular sampler: a virtual sound-fusion laboratory. With advanced features and multiple modes of operation, VOKATOR opens vast new worlds of sound-design possibilities. VOKATORâs FFT spectral engine is a milestone in vocoder development. Previous vocoders used eight, sixteen, twenty, or even thirty-two frequency bands â the more frequency bands, the smoother and creamier the effect. Unlike its predecessors, VOKATORâs advanced engine uses 1024 bands. In addition to its stunningly transparent, full-resolution operation, VOKATORâs bands can even be grouped together for a convincing vintage-vocoder emulation. To ensure optimal dynamic range across the frequency spectrum, an integrated multi-band compressor balances the levels of all bands. Fully Configurable Design A pair of vocoding channels can either be spectrally combined or played independently. Channel A can be switched between an integrated file player or external input A, while Channel B can be set to a full-featured synthesizer, a time-stretching granular sampler, or external input B. ... Read more

Features

• VOKATORâs 2-channel design offers a wide range of possibilities for sound sources, fusion, mixing, and shaping
• Input A can be assigned to a live input or a tapedeck for playing back WAVE or AIFF files
• Input B can be used as a second live input, as an oscillator synth, or as a granular synth
• In addition to an exceptional vocoder, VOKATOR boasts a sophisticated synthesizer and a granular sampler
• A pair of vocoding channels can either be spectrally combined or played independently

Product Description

TRAKTOR DJ Studio brings professional DJ mixing to the digital domain, unifying listening, interaction, mixing and composition. The concept of TRAKTOR DJ Studio integrates two high-quality players with a convenient playlist section, DJ mixer, beat matcher, digital scratcher, cue section and filters. The innovative parametric control of the software makes it possible to record all control movements and export a mix in a dedicated file format ... Read more

Features

• Mac
• Interactive waveform display
• Auto-fade function with adjustable time
• 3-band EQ (-24dB...+12dB)

Product Description

Imagine the best synthesizer you can and then multiply that by three. Why? Because the Dâcota VST synthesizer combines the power of three types of sound synthesis in the compact editing environment of one synthesizer. All this in an unprecedented sound quality for all three synthesis types, thanks to the aliasing-free sound engine. Each of the three synthesis types offered by Dâcota has access to an arsenal of four freely assignable ADSR envelopes and two assignable LFOs. The LFOs can also be synchronized to the song tempo. The effect section adds the simultaneous power of delays, distortion units and modulation effects. This exceptional synthesizer opens new possibilities to create extraordinary sounds. ... Read more

Features

• Hybrid & Mac PC

Product Description

At the core of the V-Station is Novation?s Liquid Analog synthesis engine, delivering rich, dense sounds that offer vast creative potential. The plug-in combines these with a clear and responsive front panel interface, with all the key sound shaping controls a simple mouse click away. Any one of the 200 high quality factory presets can be recalled, modified and saved instantly in one of 400 program locations. The patches, that are named and not numbered, cover a huge sonic range, from searing leads and passionate pads, to delicate electric pianos and phat, funky bass. Three powerful oscillators provide all the classic waveforms, including a sine wave for intense, sub-bass grooves. All waveforms feature Novation's "Double" facility, providing twin waveforms with no loss of polyphony. Oscillators may be set to unison or sync'd operation and can utilise FM for the generation of metallic or percussive timbres. A Noise Source is also included in the waveform engine.Novation coined the term Liquid Analog to describe its powerful filter engine, which delivers unprecedented levels of fine, fluid sound. Selectable low-pass, 12dB or 24dB cut-off curves, with resonance and overdrive, make it easy to recreate anything from a distorted TB303 to a tightly rounded bass patch.Three additional parameter editing screens are incorporated with the V-Station plug-in. For simplicity, the additional parameters for the main sound creation blocks, such as the oscillat... ... Read more

Features

• Arpeggiate, tweak and sync to the beat
• An arpeggiator with programmable speed, synchronisation and sweep range is available within each instance and comprehensive synchronisation of time-based effects can be implemented with ease
• For example, the speed of an LFO may be set to modulate a delay effect every quarter note, while another LFO (built in to the effects unit) can sweep the phaser every two bars
• All parameters respond to MIDI controllers, which can be recorded in real-time on a track on the selected sequencer, enabling access to rich and complex sound patterns with a single key press or mouse click

Reviews (1)

Best Analog Synth Ever
The V-Station was designed by Chris Hugget, the legendary British synth designer, who just gets better with each synth he makes, software or hardware.
The V-Station is the best sounding analog synth I've ever heard, with it's excellent filter and the three most versatile VCOs you'll find. Then once you turn on the built-in effects, the results are just out-of-this-world. ... Read more

Product Description

Virtual Bass Station ... Read more

Features

• Software Plug in instrument version of Bass Station Keyboard and Rack synthesizers
• Industry Standard VST (for PC Platforms) and MAC Audio Unit Plug-in format
• Flawlessly re-creates the authentic analog sound of the originals

Product Description

In 2002 Rob Papen approached Peter Linsener of LinPlug with his idea of a sound-designers dream synth... A few months later ALBINO was born! Within a very short time it stole the hearts of many musicians due to it's high quality sound, usability and inspirational presets.Together with his ideas and the wishes of his users, Rob and LinPlug mastermind Peter Linsener created ALBINO 2. Albino 2 features 1250 presets, a powerful arpeggiator and VST 2.0, AU and OSX compatibility! ... Read more

Features

• Mac
• 725 professional-quality presets by Rob Papen
• 32 note polyphonic (CPU dependent)
• 4 individual LFOs with various waveforms

Product Description

D-Coder for PowerCore provides an integrated synthesizer as a tone generator. This way, no external carrier signal is required to make the vocoding effect audible. D-Coder is based on DSP technology used in the popular Waldorf synthesizers, now made accessible to PowerCore users from inside any VST or Audio Units compatible sequencer.D-Coder has everything you need to create sophisticated vocoding effects, in one easy-to-use interface! The included polyphonic synthesizer, features that classic Waldorf sound. Need to fatten up the effect? Use the integrated chorus unit. A 3-band EQ section rounds out the processing section, allowing you to emphasize critical speech frequencies, going way beyond what is possible with most other vocoders.D-coder is fully VST 2.0 compatible, and can be played from a MIDI track or in real time from a keyboard. D-coder is so flexible, the synthesizer section can be played independently of the vocoder section! If you are using a VST 2.0 compatible sequencer, all LFOs can follow MIDI sync, allowing you to independently modulate the synthesizer and the vocoder in musically relevant values such as 8 bars.With the included Carrier plug-in, you can also vocode audio without using the synthesizer section, combining different audio tracks for unbelievable results. ... Read more

Features

• 3 to 100 band vocoder
• Dual oscillator polyphonic synthesizer with ring modulation
• Source Mixer for analysis, vocoder and synth sections
• Integrated effects including 3-band EQ, chorus and drive
• Carrier plug-in included

Product Description

Atmosphere was designed from the ground up by acclaimed synthesist Eric Persing, well known for his sound design of classic Roland synthesizers and award-winning sample libraries. Persing and his International team of sound designers developed the Atmosphere core library using over a hundred sound design devices and nearly every conceivable synthesis method including Granular, Additive, Wavetable, Wavescanning, Graintable, Neural Processing, Vintage Analog, Vector, Virtual Analog, FM, Plug-In manipulations, and unusual Acoustic sources as well. This custom core library gives Atmosphere its unprecedented variety of tonal textures, especially when compared to standard soft-synths. The range of sounds this instrument is capable of is astonishing, from lush ethereal pads, to powerful leads, crystalline glass swells to dark brooding atonal clouds, unusual synth basses, evocative ambiences, deep drones, complex textures, vintage analog sounds, disturbing noise FX, europhasers, gorgeous ambient string ensembles, thick trance/techno sounds, wavetable sweeps, vocoded choirs, dense vocal washes, transparent evolutions, and shimmering prisms of harmonic convergence. Sounds this rich put even the best hardware synths to shame! The stellar Sound Quality is this instrument's number one feature. The scope of sounds it can produce is very broad, making it extremely versatile in a wide variety of musical situations. This is made possible because there has never been a programm... ... Read more

Product Description

The Nord Modular Voice Expansion Board features four extra DSPs and increases the polyphony to twice the original. It does not double the Patch Load limit - it will remain 100%. The expansion board is mounted inside the Nord Modular with two screws, and no soldering is necessary. ... Read more

Features

• Internal circuit board for doubling the polyphony of the original Nord Lead
• Four extra DSPs
• increases the polyphony to twice the original

Product Description

Featuring Reaktor 4âs audio engine and core instrument library, it provides powerful synthesizers, resynthesizers, samplers, beat-loopers, groove and drum machines, surround, and innovative effects. Includes access to the ever-growing online library at Native Instruments web site for a virtually unlimited collection of instruments. Each instrument includes a wide range of preset sounds for instant use, while innovative patch handling makes saving, sorting, randomization, and morphing easy. ... Read more

Features

• Uncompromised sound quality
• Highly optimized DSP algorithms and 32-bit engine
• Support for 192kHz sample rate
• All user interface objects can be fully controlled over MIDI
• Support for nearly every native plug-in interface Standalone operation with ASIO and Core Audio

Product Description

A unique new Virtual Sound Module powered by the Native Instruments Intakt interface, featuring a huge and uniquely inspiring sound library, which captures the True essence of the 1970s! This Virtual Sound Module is the ultimate Seventies production tool for 21st century groovers! It delivers the undiluted heart of soul, disco, funk, and punk: recreated, sampled, and reborn. The great golden age of the dancefloor recreated! Step back in time to the disco explosion, with the Sounds of the 70s Virtual Sounds Module. ... Read more

Features

• Mac

Product Description

Reaktor Electronic Instruments 2 is an exclusive collection of cutting edge instruments for Reaktor 4 and Reaktor Session. By taking full advantage of Reaktors complete freedom to innovate, experiment and express, the world's best Reaktor instrument designers have created 8 ground-breaking synthesizers, drum machines and effects quite unlike any others. Their state-of-the-art architectures ensure maximum versatility, offering limitless possibilities and endless sonic permutations. ... Read more

Features

• REAKTOR Electronic Instruments 2 is an exclusive collection of cutting-edge instruments for REAKTOR 4 and REAKTOR SESSION.
• This polyphonic powerhouse redefines the standard for Reaktor synthesis. Photone boasts an extensive array of special features, including custom oscillator types, flexible control over filter routing, and vintage analog drift.
• LIMELIGHT (Beat Composer) This masterpiece is definitely one of the most exciting and advanced drum machines and beat composers ever created!
• Far more than 'just another' synthesiser, Metaphysical Function offers a truly engaging audio/visual experience with a vast and unique sonic palette ranging from beautiful soothing tones to dark, disturbing soundscapes.

Product Description

MetaSynth is the first synthesis and sound design software that gives you all the power of advanced computer graphics to explore infinite sonic possibilities. It combines sampling, wavetable, additive, subtractive, granular and frequency modulation techniques with the most intuitive means for visualizing audio information ever created.MetaSynth literally lets you paint with sound. What happens when any image from any source, can be transformed into sound? MetaSynth, created by legendary programmer and artist Eric Wenger (the inventor of KPT Bryce) makes this discovery possible. MetaSynth works with audio like a graphic program. Even non-musicians can instantly interpret and use MetaSynth's picture window...Create a vivid tone picture, splashing broad strokes of sound across the screen. Or carefully draw in notes, harmonics and undertones, entire scores, controlling every sonic nuance. Or simply use any picture as a starting point for a new sound or composition, then freely shape and alter it.MetaSynth maps picture coordinates into time and frequency domains. A pixel's gray scale controls the volume of a specific harmonic at a specific moment in time. Stereo position is determined by pixel color. Audio professionals will love MetaSynth's toolset: The powerful real-time wavetable and FM windows, elegant envelope generators and the sheer processing flexibility. Use any synthesized waveform or real-world sampled sounds, even combine the two. Plus graphic harmonic filtering, vocoding and a broad palette of effects. For sample manipulation and sound design, there's nothing else like MetaSynth. And you don't need to be a sound engineer to use MetaSynth, you just need to be able to use a mouse. No experience is necessary and no extra hardware or software is required. ... Read more

Features

• Mac