Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys by MeldaProduction virtual instrument interface

Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys: Analog-Style Plucks and Keys Instrument

Rated 4.4/5 on Plugin Boutique (417 ratings)

Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys is a sampled virtual instrument from MeldaProduction offering 32 pluck and key sounds that can be layered and blended, with analog-style filtering and effects.

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01Overview

Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys is a virtual instrument built around deeply sampled synth multi-samples. Its 32 sounds cover plucks and keys, and you can combine any two of them in layers A and B. The interface centers on a main blend control, so you can move between the two sounds by key or velocity. A multimode filter, amp envelope and an effects section round out the sound design tools for producers who want expressive, analog-flavored tones.

Best for

Expressive plucks
Analog-style keys
Emotive arpeggios
Rhythmic chord progressions
Melodic lead lines

Developer: MeldaProduction
Category: Virtual Instruments
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

32 deeply sampled pluck and key multi-samples
Two layers blended by key or velocity
Independent pitch, drift, pluck, tone and spread per layer
Analog-style multimode filter and amp envelope
Chorus, phaser, flanger and tremolo modulation effects
Shimmer reverb, ducking reverb and LoFi tape effect
Master section with EQ, compression, maximizer and stereo width
MPE compatible for expressive performance

03In depth

Sound Layering and Sculpting

Each of the two layers can be chosen independently from the 32 sounds. Once selected, each layer has its own controls for pitch, analog drift, pluck, tone and spread. The main knob blends between layers A and B, and the blend can respond to the key played or to velocity.

The pluck and drift controls are the instrument's signature adjustments. Pluck shapes the attack character, while drift adds analog-style variation. A multimode filter and amp envelope give further shaping options after the layers are set.

Effects and Master Section

The effects section includes four modulation types: tremolo, phaser, flanger and chorus. It also offers a shimmer reverb, a ducking reverb, and a LoFi tape effect for a vintage character.

The master section adds filtering, EQ, compression, a maximizer and stereo width control, so the sound can be fitted into a mix without a separate processing chain.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	MeldaProduction
Type	Plugin
Category	Virtual Instruments
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats and operating systems does Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys support?

It is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows 8, 10 and 11 (64-bit) and macOS 10.14 and newer (64-bit), with native Apple Silicon support on macOS.

What do I need to use Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys?

You need a 64-bit VST, VST3, AU or AAX compatible host and an Intel or AMD processor with SSE2 support on Windows, or an Intel, AMD or M1 processor with SSE2 support on macOS.

Does Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys support MPE?

Yes. It is MPE compatible, so it supports MIDI Polyphonic Expression for more nuanced control during performance.

Can I use Analog Empire: Plucks & Keys without buying it?

If you already own MSoundFactory or MSoundFactoryLE, the instrument can be downloaded for free through MPluginManager. You can also buy it separately and use it with the free MSoundFactory Player.