ImPerfect 1.6 by W. A. Production synth plugin interface

ImPerfect 1.6: Analog-Style Synth Plugin by W. A. Production Free Download

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ImPerfect 1.6 is a synth plugin by W. A. Production that adds analog-style detuning, saturation and modulation to a conventional five-oscillator architecture. It is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats.

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01Overview

ImPerfect 1.6 is built around a familiar synth layout: five oscillators, envelopes, filters, LFOs and an arpeggiator. Its focus is the character it adds on top. Three modulation sliders introduce wavering pitch, saturated harmonics and modulated effects, aiming to bring the imperfect, analog feel of vintage hardware into a software synth. A built-in browser with hundreds of factory presets gives you a starting point to shape.

Best for

  • Analog-style pads
  • Circuit-bent textures
  • Arpeggiated basslines
  • Sound design
  • Waveform processing
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02Key features

What you get

  • Five oscillator modules with morphable waveforms
  • Three modulation sliders for drift, saturation and pitch movement
  • 260 preset waveforms plus custom WAV sample loading
  • Dual X/Y pads assignable to four parameters
  • Arpeggiator with up to four octaves and host tempo sync
  • Mono or polyphonic modes up to 16 voices
  • Onboard preset browser with hundreds of factory presets
  • Real-time waveform display with output meters
  • Dual envelopes and two LFOs
  • Resizable window with Hi-DPI and Retina support
  • Native Apple Silicon M1 support
  • Full PDF manual and tutorial video
03In depth

Analog-Style Character and Modulation

The three sliders named Wacky, Cracky and Shaky control the plugin's signature processing. Wacky raises the level of phaser, chorus and delay, pushing the tone into drifting, delayed space. Cracky adds saturation to introduce harmonics and dirty up the signal. Shaky moves from subtle detuning at low settings to full pitch modulation at higher settings.

Dual X/Y pads can be assigned to four parameters in total and either played live or automated. Three performance modes can reshape timbres automatically, which suits pads and evolving textures.

Oscillators, Waveforms and Sample Loading

Oscillators 1 and 2 can each morph between four waveforms, and you can layer a sampled waveform, a sub-oscillator and a noise profile. Ring and frequency modulation, octave, detune and pulse width are all adjustable.

Oscillator 3 can load any of 260 preset waveforms, and you can also load your own WAV file and process it into a different sound. A real-time scope shows the waveform you are creating alongside left and right output meters.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperW. A. Production
TypePlugin
CategorySynth
FormatsVST2, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does ImPerfect 1.6 support?

ImPerfect 1.6 is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats. It is a 64-bit plugin for Windows and macOS.

What do I need to run ImPerfect 1.6?

On Windows, it requires Windows 8 or later and supports 32-bit and 64-bit VST. On macOS, VST and AU require macOS 10.13 or later in 64-bit form. The AAX format requires Pro Tools 11 or higher.

Does ImPerfect 1.6 have native Apple Silicon support?

Yes, ImPerfect 1.6 includes native M1 Apple Silicon support.

Is there a trial version?

Yes, a trial version is available so you can test the plugin before deciding.

07Developer

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