Jup-8 V analog-modeling polysynth plugin interface by Arturia

Jup-8 V: Analog-Modeling Polysynth by Arturia Free Download

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Jup-8 V is an analog-modeling polysynth plugin from Arturia that emulates the Roland Jupiter-8 at component level. It offers 16 voices of polyphony, cross-modulation, an arpeggiator and extra modulation tools, available in VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats.

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01Overview

Jup-8 V is Arturia's software recreation of the Roland Jupiter-8, a synthesizer introduced in 1981 and remembered for its layered polysynth sound. The plugin is built as a component-level model with a slider-based interface meant to feel familiar to anyone who has used the original. It adds features the hardware did not have, including two complex LFOs, a modulation mixer and a 32-step sequencer for notes and modulation, while keeping the classic workflow intact.

Best for

Analog polysynth pads
80s synth leads
Sci-fi sweeps
Modulated arpeggios
Layered basses
Film score textures

Developer: Arturia
Category: Synths
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Component-level model of the Roland Jupiter-8
Up to 16 voices of free-running polyphony
Four voice dispersion modes for varied sound character
Two oscillators per voice with individual characters
VCO cross modulation and PWM
Classic and Mono unison modes
Two complex LFOs and a modulation mixer
Two 32-step sequencers for notes and modulation
Three output effect slots
Over 300 factory presets

03In depth

Sound Character and Voice Architecture

Jup-8 V is built around 16-oscillator polyphony, with free-running phase oscillators. Each voice has two VCOs with their own characters, offering fine-tuning, a noise waveform, octave ranges and switchable sync. VCO cross modulation and pulse-width modulation are available for metallic and sweeping timbres.

Voice Dispersion provides four modes that add the small voltage variations that give analog hardware its character. Classic and Mono unison modes are included, and two dual filter types give you a resonant low-pass VCF alongside a separate high-pass filter.

Workflow, Modulation and Sequencing

The interface follows the original's hands-on layout, with two ADSR envelope generators that can route to pitch, pulse width, filter cutoff and VCA level. A monophonic LFO offers four shapes, tempo sync and optional retrigger, and two additional complex LFOs plus a modulation mixer extend the modulation options.

Two 32-step sequencers handle notes and modulation, with independent lengths and scale options. The arpeggiator adds extra modes and tempo sync, and three output effect slots plus Brightness, Timbre, Time and Movement macros help shape the final sound.

04Specs

Will it run?

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Developer	Arturia
Type	Plugin
Category	Synth
Formats	VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Jup-8 V support?

Jup-8 V is available in VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats. It runs on Windows and macOS and is 64-bit.

What do I need to run Jup-8 V?

On macOS you need OS 10.13 or later, 4 GB RAM, a 4-core CPU at 3.4 GHz or Apple Silicon, 3 GB of free disk space and an OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU. On Windows you need Windows 10 or later (64-bit), 4 GB RAM, a 4-core CPU at 3.4 GHz, 3 GB of free disk space and an OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU. ARM processors are not supported on Windows.