Oberheim TVS Pro by GForce Software synth plugin interface

Oberheim TVS Pro: Duophonic Synth Plugin by GForce Software

Rated 4.8/5 on Plugin Boutique (49 ratings)

Oberheim TVS Pro is a duophonic synth plugin from GForce Software, built as a recreation of the 1975 Oberheim TVS with two modelled SEM voices, a dual 16-step sequencer and a patch librarian.

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01Overview

Oberheim TVS Pro recreates the Two Voice Synthesizer, the instrument that brought true duophony to synth players by pairing two SEM voices under one keyboard. GForce Software developed the plugin in collaboration with Oberheim. Each SEM is modelled with two VCOs, the Multi-Mode Filter, two ADS envelopes and an LFO, and the plugin adds a third VCO that can also act as an LFO. Built-in effects, a sequencer and a large patch library round out the instrument.

Best for

Duophonic synth leads
Evolving sequenced textures
Vintage analog pads
Sequenced basslines
SEM-style sound design

Developer: GForce Software
Category: Synths
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Duophonic architecture modelled on the original Oberheim TVS
Two fully modelled SEM voices with a third VCO
Dual 16-step sequencer
Over 635 patches, including 220+ new sounds
400+ adapted SEM patches from the GForce SEM
Stereo delay, phaser and reverb built in
Velocity and aftertouch modulation
Categorised patch librarian
SEM presets exportable to and importable from OB-E and SEM

03In depth

Sound and Character of the SEM Voices

Each of the two voices uses modelled SEM components, including pulse and sawtooth waveforms and the Multi-Mode Filter. GForce says the emulation keeps subtle analogue inconsistencies that give the original its character, and the duophonic design lets the two voices interact in complex, organic ways.

The plugin also adds velocity and aftertouch modulation, which the original hardware did not offer per SEM. Stereo delay, phaser and reverb are included for finishing sounds inside the plugin.

Sequencing, Patches and Workflow

A dual 16-step sequencer lets you build patterns for both voices, with undo/redo and extend and flip modes for editing. The categorised patch librarian organises more than 635 patches, including over 220 new sounds and 400 adapted SEM patches.

SEM presets can be exported to and imported from OB-E and SEM, which helps if you already have patches in those instruments.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	GForce Software
Type	Plugin
Category	Synth
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone
Operating systems	Windows, macOS

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is Oberheim TVS Pro?

It is a synth plugin that recreates the 1975 Oberheim TVS, which combined two SEM voices so two independent notes could be played at once. GForce Software developed it in collaboration with Oberheim.

What formats and operating systems does it support?

TVS Pro is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats. It runs on Windows and macOS. On Windows, the listed requirements are a 2GHz CPU, 2GB RAM and Windows 7 or later. On macOS, an Intel or Apple Silicon Mac running macOS 10.13 or later is required.