Mark Mosher reviews the virtual Poly KB
Our Colorado based friend Mark Mosher (Ableton guru) has posted a nice review of the Poly KB:
The video is intended to show what’s possible when you constrain your tool set and inspire others to extend their craft by “going deep” and transcending technology. Featured in this video is XILS PolyKBII which is a virtual analog modeled version which captures the sound and spirit of the legendary RSF PolyKobol Analog synthesizer. Unique features of this synth that make it great for one-patch-improvisations are the Dynamic stereo Modulation YX pad, Polyphonic Modulation YX pad, 8 part Polyphonic Sequencer with live recording, velocity editing, and continuously modulated waveforms (in an polyphonic analog model).
Sonigen – virtual modular synth
Sonigen Modular is a modular software synthesizer which offers you the freedom and flexibility of classic modular synthesis with high quality sound and efficient cpu usage. Sonigen is fully modular, you can add as many modules and patch cables as you want.
A fast and intuitive user interface. Layout is mostly automatic, cables indicate signal flow, and our (unique as far as I know) dynamic input handling reduces the need for extra mixer modules, and also reduces screen wastage from unused input terminals / knobs.
Modular voice and modular output effect processing both cleanly integrated in one window. Everything is processed at full sample rate so there is no need to differentiate between audio signals and control signals. This makes it easier to use and also more flexible.
System Requirements:
Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7
X86 CPU with SSE1 (Pentium 3 and AthlonXP upwards).
Download the Sonigen demo for free from the official product page at http://www.sonigen.com/
M185 – Clone of the Classic Roland Step Sequencer
A brief demonstration of the M185 Step Sequencer by Defective Records Software. Inspired by the hardware M185 Sequencer developed by RYK. M185 is a MIDI-enabled software recreation of the hardware M185 step sequencer, designed by RYK – developed with their input! The program includes all major functions from the hardware M185. Has a multi-stage step sequencer with stage-selectable gate modes: Mute, Single, Multi and Hold. For fans of the original Roland
The M185 is playing a VST softsynth; drum loop coming from other software. More information at http://defectiverecords.com/m185 .
M185 features
* Virtually all major functions from the hardware M185.
* Multi-stage step sequencer with stage-selectable gate modes.
* Gate modes include Mute, Single, Multi and Hold.
* Trill mode available when in Multi mode within a stage.
* Polyphonic potential when using long Note Length values.
* Each stage can be from 1 to 8 clock pulses in length.
* Internal or MIDI clock control.
* Built-in clock divide capability.
* MIDI output to any hardware or software synth.
* VST instrument hosting.
* 16 preset slots for instant recall of parameters.
* Presets can be saved to and loaded from disk.
Adam Szabo has announced the release of JP6K
Adam Szabo has announced the release of JP6K , a virtual synthesizer instrument for Windows. JP6K is a synth dedicated to emulating the famous Super Saw sound, first found in the Roland JP-8000 synthesizer in 1997.
Adam Szabo has announced the release of JP6K, a virtual synthesizer instrument for Windows.
JP6K is a synth dedicated to emulating the famous Super Saw sound, first found in the Roland JP-8000 synthesizer in 1997. It aims to capture the essence of the sound and the behaviour of the original oscillator. Even after a decade, the Super Saw is still sought after by people all around the world, and is a crucial part of such music genres like Trance.
JP6K features
- 32 voice polyphony.
- Two Super Saw oscillators, an upper and lower.
- 1 noise oscillator.
- Three filter modes: low pass, band pass and high pass with -12 & -24 dB/Oct.
- Three independent LFOs controlling the filter, amp and pitch.
- Built in delay and EQ.
JP6K for Windows (VST) is available to purchase for $25 EUR.
More information: Adam Szabo / JP6K
Big Bang – Cinematic Percussion Virtual Instrument
Trailer for SONiVOX new electronic instrument:
SONiVOX Big Bang features over 12 Gigabytes of more than 200 instrument presets, designed to deliver “explosive sounding” drums and percussion, for use in a cinematic context.
Intelligent Rhythm Control
An integral part of Big Bang – Cinematic Percussion is a technology called Intelligent Rhythm Control, or IRC. Intelligent Rhythm Control intercepts and adjusts MIDI events as they occur, and is designed to help users make fluid percussion tracks with ease.
Features:
- Over 200 earth-quaking percussion patches.
- All programs are multi-velocity, and multi-take round robin for the utmost in realism.
- •SONiVOX’s Intelligent Rhythm Control (I.R.C.) technology
- MIDI Learn & Save Function – Big Bang – Cinematic Percussion is instantly compatible with any MIDI controller.
- Independent Zone (per-drum) Tempo-Synched Variable Resolution Roll/Retrigger Mode.
- 8 User-assignable stereo outputs and 8 User-assignable effects busses complete with onboard EQ, and tempo-sync delay.
- MAC Standalone, RTAS, VST, and AU compatible.
- PC Standalone, RTAS, and VST compatible.
Big Bang – Cinematic Percussion is available now for $299.99.
Chimera – Noise-driven Synth with Elements of Wind and Water
Celebrate World Water day by downloading the free Chimera synthesizer plug-in that let’s you make sounds with the forces of nature. Chimera is a noise-driven synth. All the sounds coming from Chimera are based on white noise filtered into notes using resonant bandpass filters. The result is organic sounds ranging from warm pads to atmospheres with elements of wind and water.
Chimera Features:
* Unique synthesis method.
* More than 50 included presets.
* Built in soft clipper distortion and 2-tap stereo delay.
* Wide range of modulation options with three envelopes and three LFOs.
* Cross-modulation with free routing.
* Freely assignable MIDI CC controls
Surf on over to the official Majken developers page to download a free copy of Chimera at http://www.majken.se/index.p…
Ondes Martenot for Native Instruments Kontakt
Soniccouture has released Ondes, a virtual Ondes Martenot for Native Instruments Kontakt.
The sample library, recorded with Ondist Thomas Bloch, features extensive sampling of the Ondes oscillators, convolution emulation of each of the 3 loudspeakers, and the ability to setup real-time control for all types of MIDI controller.
Also included is the PolyOndes, a polyphonic synth based on the Ondes oscillators and speakers.
Features:
- 1.5 GB core sample library – one oscillator sample per note, 505 samples total.
- Oscillator samples – 24 Bit 48 Khz mono .
- 19 Speaker Impulse Responses – 24bit 48 Khz Stereo, 3 mic positions for each speaker.
- Ondes Martentot + PolyOndes instrument.
- Over 100 presets.
- Full custom control interface.
- Soniccouture KSP performance setup matrix.
- Demo MIDI files included.
- Kontakt Player Compatible ( V 4.2 required).
Audio and video demos are available at the Soniccouture site. Ondes for Kontakt Player is available now for $129/89 EUR.
Virtual ARP Quadra for kontakt 4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4u96Crm4ao
Demo of the virtual ARP Quadra for mac and PC Kontakt 4
Get to know the “The Swarm” Free Noise Drone Synth
Nice spacy sounds in this one:
It gets loud at moments, so watch your speaker volume : A demo of the new free standalone synth “The Swarm”. Rather unique compared to most other free synths available (Mac too!). I really enjoy the deep tone. Inspired by Leon Dewan’s “The Swarmatron”. A good alternative for people who don’t have several thousand dollars readily available. Obviously, this is no substitute for the real analog version but it does give the user a taste of the massive power of 8 Saws layered and detuned a bit from a central tone. Leon makes some of the most unique analog pieces around. Kontrolled by a Korg “NanoKontrol”
An impressive piece of code.
Check out : http://www.dewanatron.com/
Cableguys has released public beta version 1.2 of Curve
Cableguys has released public beta version 1.2 of Curve , a software synthesizer for Windows and Mac. Curve 1.2 is now available for public beta testing, adding all three top user wishes while remaining its ease of use. Changes in Curve v1.2 public beta Modulation of individual OSC parameters.
Cableguys has released public beta version 1.2 of Curve, a software synthesizer for Windows and Mac.
Curve 1.2 is now available for public beta testing, adding all three top user wishes while remaining its ease of use.
Changes in Curve v1.2 public beta
- Modulation of individual OSC parameters.
- Saving of presets without community upload.
- Modulation of LFO rates.
- 64 bit support for PC.
- Improved polyphony algorithm.
- Improved sound for fast-running LFOs.
Curve for Windows and Mac (VST/AU) is available to purchase for 119 EUR / $159 USD.
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