software synthesizer
A software synthesizer, also sometimes known as a virtual synth, is a computer program designed to create and control a variety of sounds. The concept of the modern synthesizer was defined by Robert Moog in the mid to late 1960's, but software synthesizers did not become popular until the late 1990's.
Here are the most recent posts at Synthtopia about software synthesizers.
Articles about software synthesizer:
[BLOK] is a new modular synthesizer for Windows, originally designed as a platform for teaching audio synthesis to students.
Features:
- Classic synthesizer modules such as Oscillators, Filters, Envelopes and Effects
- Easy to use interface. Blok was originally created as an educational program to teach audiodesign principles. This means that each module is simple to understand.
- Connect everything. There are no limits on connecting blocks together.. if a block generates a signal, connect it up!
- Versatile DSP engine. Additive, Subtractive and FM synthesis are all possible. Let Blok be your synthesis swiss army-knife.
- Full undo/redo. Dont like what you have done? Go back to a time when you did!
- Low in cpu. Blok was made to run well even on low-end computers. On today’s machines, it tears up the track! This will let you make more complicated setups and get more bang for your synthesis buck.
[BLOK] is currently a free download, but the developer notes “only the buzz version is officially supported at this point! the standalone and VST versions are under heavy construction, use at your own risk.”
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iPhone Music Software: Check out this visual demo of PatternMusic (App Store link) a gorgeous new matrix synthesizer for the iPhone.
PatternMusic retails for $4.99. Detailed specs below.
If you’ve used PatternMusic, leave a comment and let me know what you think of it! Read more…
U-He has announced ACE (Any Cable Everywhere) – a new modular software synthesizer.
Description:
The selection of modules and clear layout make ACE the ideal instrument for newcomers delving into the fascinating world of modular synthesis. The number of ways to connect modules together is practically infinite, and you will soon discover how much more fun it is to make your own sounds in ACE than in a non-modular synthesizer.
Here’s what we know so far about U-He Ace:
- ETA: early December 2009
- pricing: 69EUR (includes 19% VAT, ca. 85 USD net when bought from overseas)
- formats: VST on Windows, VST/AU/RTAS on MacOS X
- system requirements Mac: Apple Macintosh Computer running MacOS X 10.4+ on a G4 processor or newer, Intel Core 2 Duo or better recommended
- system requirements Win: VST2 compatible host software on a PC with SSE2 supporting processor, Intel Core 2 Duo or better recommended
- number of presets and such: tba
Free Windows Music Software: Asymptotic Valley has released Inorganic1, a free virtual synthesizer for Windows based on subtractive synthesis.
Features:
- 2 Oscillators, each with subtractive option
- 2 Oscillator Phase Offset Modulations
- Adjustable Oscilloscope with input selection
- State Variable Filter with ADSR Envelope
- Amplitude Envelope ADSR
- Delay Effect
- Reverb Effect
- VST/Standalone
If you give Inrganic1 a try, leave a comment and let me know what you think of it!
via rekkerd
In this Native Instruments video, Jeremiah Savage, the creator of Sonic Fiction, explains the unusual concept and creation process of his science fiction-inspired software instrument.
Native Instruments’ Sonic Fiction is a new KORE-Powered instrument that combines field recording with advanced synthesis to create hundreds of otherworldly sounds.
Native Instruments Sonic Fiction retails for $79. Read more…
