Tomofon by Klevgrand audio model synth plugin interface

Tomofon: Audio Model Synth by Klevgrand Free Download

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Tomofon is a synth from Klevgrand that uses a new "Audio Model" format, built from waves extracted from real audio. It is not a sampler and is designed as an instrument in its own right.

VST3AUAAXWindowsmacOS64-bit
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Free trial available from the developer
01Overview

Tomofon converts audio files into large sets of oscillating waves and maps them across pitch zones. The synth engine morphs between layers and zones, so transitions stay continuous rather than jumping between samples. Users can play the included Audio Models or import their own monophonic audio, either automatically or manually, and share the resulting models with others. The plugin is available as a 64-bit VST3, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS, and a trial is offered.

Best for

  • Organic synth pads
  • Otherworldly sound design
  • Custom sample-based instruments
  • Expressive MPE playing
  • Experimental textures
Developer
Klevgrand
Category
Synths
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • 124 Audio Model instruments included
  • Over 180 presets included
  • Import your own audio to build Audio Models
  • Automatic or manual wave mapping across pitch zones
  • Pitch and layer depth envelopes editable by the user
  • Modulation matrix with two MIDI CC sources
  • Monophonic and polyphonic legato playback modes
  • Up to 4 doubling voices with separate pitch, pan and level
  • Post reverb, delay and EQ
  • MPE compatibility and .tun custom tuning import
03In depth

How Tomofon's Audio Models Create Its Sound

Each Audio Model is a structure of organized wavetables. Tomofon maps these waves into pitch zones over the keyboard, with each wave representing one layer. This works in a similar way to how a sampler arranges velocity zones, but the zones hold waves instead of ordinary samples.

Because the engine can morph between both layers and zones, the developer describes the result as an instantly playable synth that can sound organic or quite unusual. The pitch and layer depth envelopes can be edited, and envelope times can be controlled separately by MIDI velocity.

Importing Your Own Audio and Key Controls

You can import ordinary audio files, preferably with monophonic content. An automatic import places the waves across pitch zones in one click. A manual import gives full control over which waves go into which zone.

The modulation matrix offers two MIDI CC sources, velocity and keymap destinations. Several LFOs include a Sample and Hold with randomness, and the expanded filter supports modulation. Post reverb, delay and EQ are included, and up to four doubling voices can each have their own pitch, pan and level.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperKlevgrand
TypePlugin
CategorySynth
FormatsVST3, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

Is Tomofon a sampler?

The developer says no. Tomofon uses Audio Models, where waves extracted from audio are morphed between layers and zones, and it is presented as a musical instrument in its own right.

Which formats and operating systems does Tomofon support?

Tomofon is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats as a 64-bit plugin for Windows and macOS.

What do I need to run Tomofon?

It requires macOS 10.10 or later, optimized for the M1 processor, or Windows 7 (SP1) or later, along with an AU, VST3 or AAX compatible 64-bit host.

07Developer

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