Galactron by MNTRA Instruments virtual instrument plugin interface

Galactron: Neo-Psychedelic Sample Instrument by MNTRA Instruments

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Galactron is a virtual instrument from MNTRA Instruments that samples 80s digital and digitally controlled synthesizers, with 133 presets across keys, bass, stabs, leads and pads. It runs inside MNDALA 2 and is available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX.

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01Overview

Galactron is built around a neo-psychedelic palette: FM-style keys, retro analog pads and atmospheric textures. MNTRA Instruments sampled a set of 80s digital synthesizers and processed them through its MNDALA 2 sampling engine, which provides effects and modulation for shaping each sound. The developer describes the result as colorful and different with each use. The instrument is designed to fit alongside MNTRA's wider collection.

Best for

Neo-psychedelic keys
Retro FM electric piano
Lo-fi pads
Acid and sub basses
Atmospheric textures
Retro lead lines

Developer: MNTRA Instruments
Category: Virtual Instruments
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

133 presets across keys, bass, stabs, leads and pads
40 instrument sample maps
Sounds recorded at 24-bit, 48kHz
Sampled from 80s digital and digitally controlled synthesizers
3-axis (XYZ) global controls for morphing sounds
Downloads and updates managed in MNDALA 2
Registered MNTRA account required for installation
Built-in encrypted copy protection

03In depth

Sound Character and Sound Shaping

Galactron covers a broad range of sounds, from cheesy FM electric pianos and lo-fi marimba-like plucks to buzzy FM strings, sub-octave acid basses and massive chorused pads. Many sounds carry lo-fi or digital character, such as aliasing, clicky transients and digital artifacts, which is part of the instrument's retro identity.

The instrument includes 40 instrument sample maps recorded at 24-bit, 48kHz. Its effects and modulation network shapes the sampled material, and the global 3-axis (XYZ) controls are designed to make the sounds move and change while you play them.

Presets, Use Cases and Workflow

Galactron ships with 133 presets sorted into keys, bass, stabs, leads and pads. Keys include E-piano, harpsichord-like plucks and metallic bells. Bass options range from thick phase-distorted tones to short mellow subs. Pads include warm VHS-style textures, floating buzzy pads and phasey harmonic pads with treble bite.

Installation, downloads and updates are handled within MNDALA 2 using a registered MNTRA account. Copy protection is built in: the instrument is encrypted to your system after installation.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

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

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Galactron come in?

Galactron is available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX plugins. It runs on Windows and macOS.

What do I need to run Galactron?

Galactron requires MNDALA 2 for installation, updates and playback, plus a registered MNTRA account. It needs a 64-bit host supporting VST3, AU or AAX, a 64-bit system with 6 GB of installed space (12 GB recommended), at least 8 GB of RAM and an i5 or better CPU. An SSD is recommended.