RetroMod LoFreq Wired by Tracktion virtual instrument plugin interface

RetroMod LoFreq Wired: Sampled Semi-Modular Synth Instrument by Tracktion Free Download

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RetroMod LoFreq Wired is a sampled virtual instrument from Tracktion that recreates 11 semi-modular synthesizers made between 2009 and 2018. It is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats for Windows and macOS.

VST2AUAAXWindowsmacOS64-bit
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Free trial available from the developer
01Overview

Tracktion built RetroMod LoFreq Wired around samples taken from 11 synthesizers produced from 2009 to 2018, covering many of the semi-modular machines of that period. The developer says the meticulous sampling captures the feel of the original instruments. On top of that sound, the plugin adds a secondary multimode resonant filter, a second oscillator, and an XY Pad for shaping subtle or aggressive coloration. The package ships with 345 presets and 12,500 samples in a 4.8 GB download.

Best for

  • Pulsing basses
  • Searing leads
  • Thick pads
  • Semi-modular sound design
  • Arpeggiated patterns
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Tracktion
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02Key features

What you get

  • Samples from 11 semi-modular synthesizers made 2009 to 2018
  • Secondary multimode resonant filter
  • Second oscillator for added body
  • XY Pad for subtle or aggressive coloration
  • 16 voices of unison
  • Integrated arpeggiator for fast pattern creation
  • 345 presets
  • 12,500 samples in a 4.8 GB download
03In depth

Sound Character and Sampled Instruments

The sample set includes instruments such as the MFB Kraftzwerg, MFB Dominion 1, Doepfer Dark Energy II, AS Telemark V2, Make Noise 0-Coast, Antonus Model 2600, Pittsburgh SV-1, Arturia MiniBrute 2, Dreadbox Erebus V3, Behringer Neutron and Moog Grandmother. Tracktion says the instruments were sampled through Avalon U5, A-Design Reddi, Phoenix Audio NiceDI, Apogee Rosetta 200, Apogee Mini-ME and VoVox Cables preamps and converters.

The secondary multimode resonant filter is the plugin's main addition to the original sounds. The second oscillator is meant to add weight, so the sound can be made thicker without rebuilding a patch from scratch.

Key Controls and Typical Uses

The engine offers 16 voices of unison, which suits wide bass and lead sounds. An integrated arpeggiator generates rhythmic patterns quickly, useful for pulsing basses and motion-driven pads.

The XY Pad lets you move between subtle and aggressive coloration in one gesture. Because the plugin comes with 345 presets, you can start from a finished sound and adjust the filter, oscillator and pad settings to fit your track.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperTracktion
TypePlugin
CategoryVirtual Instruments
FormatsVST2, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What synthesizers are sampled in RetroMod LoFreq Wired?

The plugin includes samples from 11 synthesizers, including the MFB Kraftzwerg, Pittsburgh SV-1, Dreadbox Erebus V3, Moog Grandmother and Make Noise 0-Coast.

Which formats and operating systems does RetroMod LoFreq Wired support?

It is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats, 64-bit, for both Windows and macOS. The listed requirements are Windows 7, 8 or 10 and macOS 10.9 or later, with an Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz processor and 2GB RAM (8GB recommended).

Does RetroMod LoFreq Wired have a trial version?

Yes, a trial version is available for the plugin.

07Developer

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