MaxSynths has announced the release of Crisalys, a new software synthesizer characterized by a powerful audio engine that can work up to 192Khz.
Crisalys features three oscillators that are driven by custom waveforms designed specifically to grant top quality sound in any situation. Each oscillator has built-in FM, Ring Modulator and Cross Modulation options controlled by three separate internal LFOs. The Ring Modulator can achieve sound characteristics that can go beyond the common sonorities of this effect, thanks to an internal custom circuit which has been developed for this purpose.
The audio path continues through two multi-filters which can operate as state variable filters, analog emulations or in EQ mode.
The modulation section offers, in addition to the classic controls (modulation wheel, aftertouch, velocity, etc.), four LFOs, two aux envelopes and two step LFOs which can be used as modulation sources to create atmospheric pads, control the filters, create rhythmic sequences and so on. Each LFO has a special "Quantize" control which can be used to introduce a small (or huge, if turned fully clockwise) variation to the LFO wave and sync speed. Used on pads this can produce interesting effects, adding some "granulosity" to the sound.
The effect section includes a classic stereo flanger, a delay (which can work in classic or cross mode), a compressor and a reverb. Crisalys features eight built-in step sequencers (up to 32 steps) which can work all at the same time. The active pattern can be edited manually or recorded in realtime using an external MIDI keyboard. The sequencer patterns can be stored in the hard disk as separate pattern files or as a bank of 64 patterns.
Pricing & Availability
Crisalys has an MSRP of €89.90 and is available for Windows as a VST instrument plug-in.
It is available to purchase at the introductory price of €69.90 until February 28, 2011. Existing Cryologic users can purchase Crisalys for €59.90 until February 28, after which the price will go up to €69.90.
