Hive 2
Hive 2, developed by u-he, is a versatile software synthesizer designed to deliver high-quality sound with a streamlined workflow. It features two oscillators capable of generating standard waveforms or 2D wavetables, each supporting up to 16x unison and tunable sub-oscillators. The synthesizer offers three distinct synth engines, normal, dirty, and clean, allowing users to tailor the character of their sounds. Hive 2 includes a drag-and-drop modulation assignment system, a 12-slot modulation matrix with modifiers, and four user-definable XY control pads for dynamic sound manipulation. Additional features comprise an arpeggiator, a step sequencer with real-time recording, a unique 8-step shape sequencer with four independent outputs, and seven rearrangeable effects, distortion, chorus, delay, phaser, EQ, reverb, and compressor. The interface is resizable from 70% to 200% and offers an alternative Izmo skin. Hive 2 comes with over 2,400 NKS-ready factory presets.
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Zebra Legacy
Zebra Legacy is a comprehensive synthesizer suite developed by u-he, encompassing the renowned Zebra2 synthesizer, the ZebraHZ variant, and all associated sound sets, including The Dark Zebra, totaling over 4,300 presets. Zebra2 is celebrated for its versatility, featuring four wavetable oscillators, four FM oscillators, and an array of filters and modulation options, making it a favorite among sound designers and composers, particularly in Hollywood. The ZebraHZ version, initially created in collaboration with composer Hans Zimmer, offers additional features such as Diva filters and polyphonic compressors, enhancing its sonic capabilities. Zebra Legacy supports various formats, including VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, and CLAP, and is compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux platforms. The suite also includes NKS-ready presets for integration with Native Instruments hardware. Existing Zebra2 owners can access Zebra Legacy and its content at no extra cost.
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NEXUS4
NEXUS, developed by reFX, is a powerful software synthesizer designed to streamline music production with high-quality sounds and an intuitive interface. It features a vast library of over 2,000 factory presets, organized into categories such as arpeggios, basses, leads, pads, and more, catering to various musical genres. The advanced librarian system offers three columns for easy navigation, color-coded tags, bookmarks, favorites, and a dedicated location for user presets, facilitating efficient sound management. NEXUS includes a comprehensive suite of effects, including reverb, delay, chorus, phaser, and distortion, allowing users to enhance and customize their sounds directly within the plugin. The arpeggiator features 16 layers, each with its own pattern and settings, enabling the creation of complex sequences and rhythms. NEXUS also supports expansion packs, providing access to additional sounds and presets tailored to specific genres or styles.
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Arturia Synths
Arturia's Pigments is a versatile software synthesizer that combines multiple synthesis engines, including virtual analog, wavetable, sample-based, and harmonic synthesis, allowing users to create a vast array of sounds. It features an intuitive interface with a color-coded modulation system, making complex sound design accessible. Pigments offer a comprehensive set of filters, effects, and a powerful sequencer, enabling intricate sound shaping and modulation. The software includes over 1,500 presets, providing a wide range of sounds suitable for various musical styles. Pigments is compatible with major DAWs and supports VST, AU, and AAX plug-in formats, making it a flexible tool for music producers and sound designers. Visualize and perfect your sound with an interface that adapts to your creative process. You can be finishing a composition in the play view, retouching a color-rated modulation, or watching a patch or preset come to life with dynamic visualization.
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