Synthmaster

SynthMaster 2 is a versatile, semi-modular software synthesizer, offering a broad range of synthesis techniques, making it ideal for sound designers and musicians alike. With 2000 factory presets and support for multiple synthesis methods such as Virtual Analog (VA), Additive, Wavetable, and Phase Modulation, this award-winning plugin provides everything needed for creating rich and complex sounds.

Synthesis Methods

SynthMaster 2 supports various synthesis methods including:

• Virtual Analog (VA): Emulates classic analog synthesizers.
• Additive Synthesis: Combines multiple sine waves to create complex tones.
• Wavetable Synthesis: Allows users to scan through different waveforms for dynamic sound creation.
• Frequency Modulation (FM) and Phase Modulation: Provides deep modulation options for evolving sound textures.
• Physical Modeling: Simulates acoustic instruments for realistic timbres.
• Sample Playback: Supports SFZ sample files for triggering pre-recorded sounds.

Oscillators

SynthMaster 2 features stereo oscillators capable of generating a variety of waveforms, from basic shapes like sine, square, and triangle, to more complex wavetables. These oscillators also include voice stacking and unison capabilities, allowing for rich "supersaw"-type sounds. Additive oscillators combine eight basic oscillators for further sonic depth, while vector oscillators blend four different sound sources.

Filters

The plugin offers advanced filtering options, including:

• VAnalog Filters: Modeled after famous analog ladder filters, capable of self-oscillation.
• Multimode Filters: Allowing users to morph between low-pass, high-pass, and band-pass filters.
• Dual Filters: Operates in parallel or series, with continuous control over mix ratios and filter modes.
• Comb Filters: Ideal for physical modeling synthesis, creating resonant, plucked sounds.

Modulation

SynthMaster 2 excels in modulation, offering hundreds of modulation targets and 48 sources, including:

• ADSR envelopes
• LFOs
• Multistage envelopes
• 2D envelopes
• MIDI Velocity, Aftertouch, and Pitch Bend

The modulation matrix provides up to 64 slots, making it easy to visually organize and control modulation sources and targets.

Effects

The plugin includes 11 high-quality effects:

• Distortion
• LoFi
• Ensemble
• Phaser
• 6-Band EQ
• Compressor
• Vocoder
• Delay
• Chorus
• Tremolo
• Reverb

Effects can be inserted on individual layers or applied globally, with flexible routing options.

Arpeggiator

SynthMaster’s powerful arpeggiator supports classic modes like Up, Down, and Chord, and offers additional control over each step’s velocity, note number, slide, and hold parameters. Users can import MIDI files directly into the arpeggiator for further customization.

Presets and Skins

With 2000 factory presets, SynthMaster 2 has an extensive library crafted by renowned sound designers such as Arksun, BigTone, and Nori Ubukata. The intuitive preset browser helps users search by instrument type, style, or designer. Additionally, SynthMaster comes with multiple skins, which users can customize to their preferences.

Microtuning and Scala Support

SynthMaster supports Scala tuning, allowing for microtuning adjustments either globally or per preset.

Import Features

SynthMaster allows importing of MIDI patterns as arpeggiator sequences and WAV/AIFF multisamples as SFZ definitions, enhancing the workflow and customization potential.

Platform Compatibility

SynthMaster 2 is available for both Windows and macOS in formats including VST, AAX, and AU, making it compatible with most digital audio workstations (DAWs).

In summary, SynthMaster 2 is a comprehensive sound design tool with an array of synthesis methods, advanced modulation, and high-quality effects, providing musicians and producers with endless creative possibilities.