DCO-106 by Cherry Audio synth plugin interface

DCO-106: Polysynth Recreating the Classic 80s Sound by Cherry Audio

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DCO-106 is a software synthesizer plugin from Cherry Audio that models the sound of a classic 1980s polysynth. It is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats for Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

Cherry Audio's DCO-106 is a synth plugin built around one of the best-known polysynths of the 1980s. The developer says it models the original's sound in close detail and adds modern features. The plugin includes 330+ presets, among them the original 106 Factory Presets. It offers up to 16-voice polyphony, a stereo chorus, three reverb modes, a tempo-synced delay and an expanded LFO section. It runs on Windows and macOS.

Best for

Classic 80s pads
Cutting lead sounds
Punchy synthetic electro drums
Thick unison basslines
Expressive MPE performance
Sound design with tempo-synced delay

Developer: Cherry Audio
Category: Synths
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Models the sound of a classic 1980s polysynth in detail
330+ presets, including the original 106 Factory Presets
Up to 16-voice polyphony
Rich stereo chorus
Three reverb modes with a new proprietary reverb algorithm
Full-featured delay section with tempo sync
Expanded LFO with six waveforms and tempo sync
Unison detune and multiple voice assign modes
Single-key chord memory mode
MPE, full MIDI control and DAW automation

03In depth

Classic Sound with Modern Additions

Cherry Audio says the DCO-106 models every aspect of its source synth in exact detail. The developer describes the result as a faithful recreation of the original sonic character.

On top of that core, the plugin adds a stereo chorus, three reverb modes built on a new proprietary reverb algorithm, and a full-featured delay section with tempo sync. These effects sit in the signal path alongside the synth engine, so you can shape a patch without reaching for external processing.

Controls, Modulation and Performance

The LFO section has been expanded to six waveforms with tempo sync. Unison detune is available for thick lead and bass sounds, and multiple voice assign modes let you choose how notes are distributed across the 16 voices.

A single-key chord memory mode is included for playing chords from one key. The plugin supports MPE, along with full MIDI control and full DAW automation for all of its controls. It is also fully compatible with original 106 SysEx commands.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Cherry Audio
Type	Plugin
Category	Synth
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does DCO-106 come in?

DCO-106 is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats. It runs on Windows and macOS.

What operating systems does DCO-106 support?

On macOS, the plugin requires Mac OS 10.13 or later, and macOS 13 Ventura is supported. Native Apple M1 processor support is included, including the M1 Ultra. On Windows, it supports Windows 7 or later, including Windows 11. In both cases, 64-bit is required.