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This is a great updated emulation of the original and it's approved by the ARP Foundation. This was the original synth used by Herbie Hancock for the baseline in Chameleon. See the other reviews...
Read ReviewEquator is one of the best and well-supported MPE synths out there. The presets are thoughtfully put together, which is one of the most important features of any MPE compatible plugin because it separates synths that support. The UI is well laid out and helpful for someone not necessarily familiar with MPE conceptually. I have been using it with both my Sensel Morph and Linnstrument controllers. It's fun because both hardware controllers implement the spec properly and that simplifies the experience. It's a bit pricey, but if you want to enjoy true MPE it's a great way to go.
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October 17th, 2020
Version reviewed: 2 on Mac
It's really hard to expand upon Ficciones review, which is really thorough. Pigments is a great sounding, MPE compatible softsynth. There are many, many presets that clearly someone had fun creating. Highly recommended.
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August 1st, 2019
Version reviewed: 1.71 on Mac
Helix Native is an excellent amp sim from the company that pretty much invented the category. Presets can be shared between Helix Native and Helix hardware, so the hardware can act as an accelerator for your computer system, and you can take the exact sound you used in the studio to a gig. Of course it will need a bit of tweaking for the live system. The GUI is totally resizable, easy to use, and there are many many sonic possibilities. It's set up as a signal path with effects inserted.
Of course there is an inter-ap store where you can buy additional presets and impulses for what seems to me like reasonable prices.
It's not inexpensive, but delivers, especially if you own Helix hardware.
Read ReviewThis is a really cool collection of sounds from master recorder and ethnomusicologist Eduardo Tarilonte. He really does his research. There are even voices from Tuvan singers...! Huge drums, and pads. Great for film or game music.
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