SynthMaster 3 Upgrade from SynthMaster One synth plugin interface by KV331 Audio

SynthMaster 3 Upgrade from SynthMaster One: Modular Software Synth by KV331 Audio Free Download

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SynthMaster 3 Upgrade from SynthMaster One is an upgrade plugin from KV331 Audio that moves existing SynthMaster One owners to SynthMaster 3, a modular software synthesizer in AAX format for Windows and macOS.

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Free trial available from the developer
01Overview

This is the upgrade path for existing owners of SynthMaster One. It brings the SynthMaster 3 feature set, including a modular architecture with up to 16 layers per instance, each holding up to 16 modules and 32 modulation sources. The developer describes SynthMaster 3 as its flagship all-around modular synthesizer and lists many synthesis methods, among them VAnalog, Additive, Vector, Wavetable, Granular, Phase Modulation and Physical Modeling. SynthMaster 3 can read SynthMaster One and SynthMaster 2 presets, and it ships with 850 new factory presets from a team of sound designers.

Best for

  • Synth preset upgrades
  • Granular sound design
  • Modular patch building
  • Arpeggiated sequences
  • Analog-style pads
Developer
KV331 Audio
Category
Synths
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • Upgrade path for existing SynthMaster One owners
  • Up to 16 layers per instance with modular architecture
  • Granular oscillator with up to 512 grains per oscillator
  • VAnalog oscillator with morphing waveforms and sub oscillator
  • Waveshaper with multiple distortion algorithms and a custom curve
  • Phaser and formant filters for polyphonic effects
  • Per-layer arpeggiator, sequencer and MIDI output channels
  • Preset browser with filters for author, instrument type and style
03In depth

Modular Architecture and New Oscillators

Each SynthMaster 3 instance can hold up to 16 layers, and each layer can contain up to 16 modules. Generator modules include Basic, Additive, Vector, Wavetable, VAnalog and Granular oscillators, plus a Modulator. Effect modules cover several filter types, including Ladder, Diode Ladder, Comb, Phaser and Formant, along with a Waveshaper.

The Granular Oscillator applies granular synthesis to a single sample, multisample or wavetable, with up to 16 voices of 32 grains each. The VAnalog Oscillator generates waveforms from curve segments to mimic analog circuits and offers an oversampling quality setting to manage aliasing.

Routing, Views and Arpeggiator Workflow

The Routing tab shows the layer's signal flow visually, and modules can be added, removed, bypassed or replaced there. Three views handle editing: Layer View for a single layer, Track View for keyboard and velocity zones, voicing, unison, arpeggiator and sequencer settings across layers, and Mix View for insert and send effects.

Each layer has its own arpeggiator and sequencer, with random values for trigger, hold and slide, and its own MIDI output channel so the generated MIDI can be routed to different DAW tracks.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperKV331 Audio
TypePlugin
CategorySynth
FormatsAAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does SynthMaster 3 Upgrade support?

This upgrade is available in AAX format for Windows and macOS.

What do I need to run it?

The plugin needs a CPU at 2.0 GHz with Intel SSE3, at least 2 GB of RAM, Windows 7 or later, or macOS 10.9 or later. For AAX, Pro Tools 11 or later is required.

Who is this upgrade for?

It is intended for existing owners of SynthMaster One. It can also read SynthMaster One and SynthMaster 2 presets, and a trial is available.

07Developer

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