Multiphonics CV-3 modular synth and effects plugin interface by Applied Acoustics Systems

Multiphonics CV-3 Upgrade from CV-1 or CV-2: Modular Synth and Effects Plugin

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Multiphonics CV-3 Upgrade from CV-1 or CV-2 is a modular synthesizer and effects plugin from Applied Acoustics Systems, offered as an upgrade for owners of earlier Multiphonics versions. It adds polyphony, FM and physical modeling oscillators.

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01Overview

Multiphonics is a polyphonic modular rack for musicians and sound designers, used to craft and play synths or build custom effects for audio tracks. This upgrade moves existing CV-1 or CV-2 owners to CV-3. The module library is built on Applied Acoustics Systems' physical modeling technology and spans oscillators, filters, CV generators and more. A factory library of 550 instrument and effects patches is included, and the plugin can run as a standalone instrument.

Best for

  • Modular synth patch design
  • FM and physical modeling sounds
  • MPE controller performance
  • Audio effects processing
  • Synth learning and experimentation
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02Key features

What you get

  • Modular synthesizer and modular effects plugin
  • Polyphony, new in CV-3
  • Physical modeling and FM oscillators, new in CV-3
  • MPE compatible with direct access to MIDI control and expression signals
  • Factory library with 550 instrument and effects patches
  • Integrated module and patch browser
  • Quick CV connections and one-click multiple patching
  • Scalable GUI and synchronization to DAW tempo
03In depth

Sound Design Tools and Modular Workflow

The core of Multiphonics is a large set of modules covering generators, filters, shapers, signal processors, mixers, VCAs, clocks and sequencers, CV generators, maths and logic, and visualizers. Modules can be dragged and dropped freely, duplicated with or without their connections, and patched with multiple connections in one click.

CV-3 adds new physical modeling oscillators and FM oscillators alongside polyphony. The integrated module and patch browser lets you find modules and patches without leaving the plugin, and an on-screen keyboard lets you preview patches without a MIDI controller.

For patching, the CV quick-connect feature speeds up routing between CV outputs and inputs. Delay and LFO can sync easily to the host's tempo, which helps when building rhythmic modulation.

Expressivity, Effects and Learning

CV-3 is MPE compatible and provides direct access to MIDI control and expression signals, along with macro modules for combining controls. The synth version includes chorus, distortion, reverb and delay in its effect rack, and the plugin also works as a modular effects processor for audio.

The developer describes the environment as suitable for both experienced users and newcomers to sound synthesis. An in-depth online manual and a series of tutorials are included for learning the modules.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperApplied Acoustics Systems
TypePlugin
CategorySynth
FormatsStandalone
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to run Multiphonics CV-3?

Multiphonics CV-3 requires a 64-bit DAW on Windows 10 64-bit or later, or on macOS 10.11 (El Capitan) or later. An Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) processor or later is needed on both platforms, and Apple M1 or later is supported on Mac.

Which formats and operating systems does it support?

Multiphonics CV-3 runs on Windows and macOS and supports all major plugin formats. A standalone instrument version is also included.

What is new in CV-3 compared with CV-1 and CV-2?

CV-3 adds polyphony, physical modeling oscillators, FM oscillators, MPE compatibility, easy delay and LFO synchronization, improved CV quick-connect patching, and chorus and distortion in the synth effect rack.

Does it come with sounds?

Yes. The factory library includes 550 instrument and effects patches, and the integrated browser makes them easy to audition.

07Developer

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