TOP software synths:
1.Omnisphere
Omnisphere combines a wide variety of hybrid realtime synthesis techniques, an epic library of ‘Psychoacoustic’ sounds, and many innovative features that have never been seen before in any hardware or software synthesizer. Vast Core Library - over 40GB with thousands of sounds.Runs Mac and Windows.
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2.Sylenth1
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2.Korg Legacy collection.
Standalone and VST/AU/RTAS.
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3.Zebra
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4.Albino3,Predator
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5.Massive
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6.Absynth4
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7.Gforce Minimonsta =MORE=SYNTHS=
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8.Helix
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9.DCAM –Synth squad
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10.Dune
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11.Gladiator2
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12.Vanguard
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13.MinimoogV =MORE=SYNTHS=
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14.z3ta
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15.Discovery
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16.Krishna synth
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17.Lounge Lizard
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18.Scanned Synth Pro
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19.Aalto
is a semi-modular software synthesizer with an innovative, patchable UI, distinctive sounds, and a charming personality.Both Mac and Windows versions are fully 32- and 64-bit compatible.Cost $99.
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20.Partikkel Audio Hadron Particle Synthesizer
Hadron is available as a free download (open source) for Windows and Mac, currently in Max For Live format, and as a Csound orchestra. A VST version can be expected during 2011.
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21.kHs ONE by kiloHearts
A subtractive synthesizer with a focus on high audio quality and ease of use. kHs ONE boasts three oscillators, two filters and one waveshaper per voice, engineered to keep aliasing and other artifacts to a minimum. All aspects of kHs ONE can be modulated in multiple ways.Run Mac and Windows.
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22.Twisted Energy
is an analogue modelled 3 oscillator synth with extensive modulation properties designed for modern day music production.PC Vst only.
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23.Synthix
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24.SIDizer
is a state-of-art emulation of legendary SID chip in a form of a modern software synthesizer.
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25.Faw Circle Synth
Used by Umek.Works as Standalone, Audio Unit, VST and RTAS.
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26.Virsyn Tetra3
The synthesis workstation.
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27.NUKLEAR Synthesizer
Software Synthesizer with advanced pulsar train synthesis for MAC and PC supporting AU, VST2 and VST3.
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28.Sonik Synth 2
Sonik Synth 2 is the ultimate synth workstation, with more synth and workstation instrument sound than any other comparable hardware or software. Over 5,800 sounds and 8 GB make up the largest collection of modern and vintage instruments ever assembled in one product.Supported plug-in formats: VST, RTAS, and AU.
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29.Surge
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30.Phosphor
is a VSTi/AU instrument modeled on the alphaSyntauri, a vintage digital additive synth. The original alphaSyntauri required an Apple //e to operate, but we’ve gone ahead and eliminated the middle-man, and now you can have this classic digital synth in your DAW of choice.
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31.Sonic Academy ANA synth
[url=http://www.sonicacademy.com/SonicXtra/ANA+Synth/]ANA 2 | Award Winning Synthesizer
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32.SynthMaster 2.5 (vst/au)
[url=http://www.kv331audio.com/synthmaster.aspx]http://www.kv331audio.com/synthmaster.aspx[/url]
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Top 7 free:
1.Minimogue VA
2.Synth1
3.Zebra CM
4.TAL-Elek7ro
5.Alieno
6.U-He Tyrell N6
7.Charlatan
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Bang for the buck synths:
1.Tone2 Firebird
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2.Little One
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JP6K
is a synth dedicated to emulating the famous Super Saw sound, first found in the Roland JP-8000 synthesizer in 1997.
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3.Camel Space
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4.Trance-Pro
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5.V-Station
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6.Komplexer
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7.Renegade
Used by goa/psy trance producers, also alien303.
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8.Golden Asset
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9.Gemini
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10.Adventus
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11.Crisalys
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12.AdrenaLinn Sync Software Plug-in.
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13.TrancerOne XT VST Instrument
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14.=167]RadikalOne VST
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15.=209]VRS-4040 VST
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*bad plugins crash sequencers
*bad plugin programming code slows down pc /hog cpu
*free is not as good as paid
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ohh noo sawer synth wasn’t even mentioned in this chart,
BTW music Radar named Lenar Sylenth the numero 1 around the world.
I can understand why they have Sylenth1 on #1. It’s just because it’s so easy to program. Very intuitive. It’s a whole different ballgame when you want to do that with Albino for instance.
My top 3 is:
Sylenth
MiniMoog
Vanguard
Nexus (not actually a real synth, I know)
A new one I’m trying out is Dancida. Pretty cool & nifty one. Link
I am pretty surprised how little number of those synths I actually use
My top three are:
-Omnisphere
-Alchemy
-Sylenth1
Though I also use these for pads:
-Nexus2
-Twin2
-Zebra2
-Waldorf Largo
These for bass and leads:
-Ace
-DCAM Amber, Cypher & Strobe
-Predator
-V-Station
-Bass Station
-Phosphor
and NI’s Kontact 4 for drums.
any chance anyone could list which ones are 64bit for MAC.?
[quote]chrisgil (14/12/2011)[hr]any chance anyone could list whichones are 64bit for MAC.?[/quote]br
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I can confirm that Scanned Synth Pro (#18) is now available as a 64 plugin for both Mac and Windows.br
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You can get it from the Humanoid Sound Systems web site: http://www.humanoidsoundsystems.com
I cant remember how many studios I’ve been to and how many tracks I’ve seen loaded up where literally the only synth used is Sylenth1. It’s getting pretty ridiculous now tbh like I’m not saying I don’t like Sylenth I think it’s a great little workhorse but c’mon it has a certain sound to it, where’s the variety? I’m really looking into getting omnisphere I think it’s like the upmarket Sylenth, I saw a video where Armin says literally all his sounds come from the ES2 and omnisphere.
I really Love Sylenth1 it just sounds so good, Never get any other synth to sound that good. Basicly use it for everything, But it has its limits so if i cant make there i usually turn to Massive or Ana.
[quote]jjdejong0 (03/07/2013)[hr]I cant remember how many studios I’ve been to and how many tracks I’ve seen loaded up where literally the only synth used is Sylenth1. It’s getting pretty ridiculous now tbh like I’m not saying I don’t like Sylenth I think it’s a great little workhorse but c’mon it has a certain sound to it, where’s the variety? I’m really looking into getting omnisphere I think it’s like the upmarket Sylenth, I saw a video where Armin says literally all his sounds come from the ES2 and omnisphere.[/quote]br
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Omnisphere is good for some stuff… but i really dislike the envelopes on it… not great for plucks and stabs etc. Pads and choirs are very good tho.
ANA is #1 for me. Its revolutionizing my sound. A lot of other djs and producers are starting to ask me where I’m making certain sounds and I keep telling them this synth is a MONSTER. Even bigger names like Mightyfools and Victor Niglio. I’m still pretty ****ty at sound design too. I can’t wait to dig much deeper. br
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- Massivebr
- Sylenthbr
- Nexus