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Native Instruments Absynth 3.0

Now in its third generation, the award-winning Absynth continues to build on its untouchable reputation. From futuristic synths to rhythmic mayhem, vintage sounds to ambient layers and completely unique, alien soundscapes - ABSYNTH 3 seduces with sublime sounds. The possibilities offered by its semi-modular architecture and powerful, unique features stretch well beyond the boundaries of existing synthesizers, creating an extremely diverse spectrum of amazing sounds. ABSYNTH 3 is a powerful instrument combining synthesis with sampling. The clearly structured user-interface and innovative features turns the sound design process into a creative and enjoyable musical journey. Let your imagination be heard.

Absynth 3 at a Glance:

* All features are controlled from within the same interface.
* Form complex and intricate sounds.
* 6 different oscillator modes, 2 alternate sample modes or a live input.
* Tempo-synced 68-breakpoint envelopes control practically all the synthesis, sampling, and effect parameters.
* 256 additional presets.
* New Surround Sound features.
* 5 different effects modules.
* Built-in oscillator, channel, envelope and waveform libraries.
* Users of ABSYNTH 3 gain access to an exclusive online community.
* All the envelopes can be tempo-synced or managed remotely via MIDI.

REVIEW:

Simply Amazing! - Electronic Musician
"Between the awesome envelopes, granular synthesis options, powerful filters and waveshaping, ability to resequence drum loops, comprehensive MIDI control, and excellent microtuning capabilities, this synth is a sound programmer's delight."

* The sophisticated surround sound features allow the placement and movement of the sound or its individual components within a spatial environment - ideal for film and multimedia productions. The 3 oscillator channels can all be panned independently from one another using the envelopes.
* 256 new presets of various different categories, bringing the total number of presets included in ABSYNTH to over 1000.
* New Oscillator Modes.
* The new stereo input in the patch window greatly expands ABSYNTH's sonic potential. It can now be used as an extraordinary effect unit, manipulating live signals or sequencer tracks. Process up to three external stereo or mono signals at once, routing each into a separate oscillator channel.
* The Unison function combines eight detuned oscillators simultaneously, creating especially fat sounds whilst still only using one channel.
* Oscillator waveforms can be fractalized in real-time, creating unique effects ranging from subtle changes to bizarre formant-like effects. The fractalization parameters can of course be controlled using ABSYNTH's powerful envelopes.
* "Free-Run" oscillator mode causes subtle changes in polyphonic sounds.
* Frequency Shifter: This new modulation mode within the Patch Window is similar to ring modulation, but creates more subtle effects and offers a more exact control of the sound.
* Many detailed improvements in the envelope functions guarantee a faster and more exact creation of lively, dynamic sounds.
* Show and hide groups of envelopes, eg. Only channels 1-3, all filters, all oscillators, all Mod modules etc.
* Select multiple breakpoints to then edit them all simultaneously.
* A cursor per envelope indicating the current position makes editing envelopes a great deal easier.
* Display the optional grid using a variable resolution: in 8ths, 16ths, 32nds, beats or seconds.
* Activate the Beat grid resolution and automatically generate envelopes - ideal for quick arpeggio effects.
* Automatic Snap to grid: Optional when the grid is activated and ideal for tempo-synced envelopes.
* New special effects that have been specially optimized for ABSYNTH 3 have been added, bringing the total number of effects available to 5.
* The Echo effect incorporates 3 independent delays with various filters in the feedback loop: low pass, high pass and phaser.
* 3 independent, delay-based resonators creating a wide range of effect sounds - from classic delay/reverb effects to metallic and 'crystal' sonic effects. These 3 resonators can be combined to achieve some unusual results.
* As well as left/right panning, the extended LFO-panning can also be used to move sounds forward and backward. Depending on the LFO waveform, a rotating effect (sinus wave) or other, more complex movements can be achieved.

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