Ultra Analog VA-3 + PACKS Upgrade synth plugin interface by Applied Acoustics Systems

Ultra Analog VA-3 + PACKS Upgrade: Two-Voice Analog Synth by Applied Acoustics Systems

Rated 5.0/5 on Plugin Boutique (5 ratings)

Ultra Analog VA-3 + PACKS Upgrade is an upgrade for owners of Ultra Analog Session, adding the Ultra Analog VA-3 analog synthesizer and a set of sound banks from Applied Acoustics Systems. It includes a two-voice, two-oscillator, bi-filter design with effects.

VST2AUAAXRTASStandaloneWindowsmacOS64-bit
AVAILABLE ATPlugin Boutique
Opens the store in a new tab
01Overview

Applied Acoustics Systems describes Ultra Analog VA-3 as a two-voice, two-oscillator, bi-filter synthesizer with effects and editing options aimed at balancing familiarity with flexibility. This upgrade is for existing owners of Ultra Analog Session and adds the VA-3 engine along with several sound packs. The new features include two-voice multitimbral layering, four performance macros per layer, a redesigned browser, and a brand-new ladder-type filter for the multi-mode modules. The factory library covers 560 new sounds plus refined versions of the VA-2 presets.

Best for

  • EDM and techno production
  • Drum and snare design
  • Cinematic pads and textures
  • Arpeggiated synth basses
  • Film and game sound design
  • Ambient and space textures
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • Two-voice multitimbral with stacked or split timbres
  • Four performance macros per layer with MIDI control
  • Home view for distraction-free browsing and tweaking
  • Browser with Packs, Sounds, Categories and Creators views
  • Factory library with 560 new sounds and refined VA-2 presets
  • New ladder-type filter for classic low-pass response
  • Sound packs covering EDM, techno, cinematic and sound effects
03In depth

Sound Packs Included With the Upgrade

The bundle includes several sound banks covering different styles. Tabby Dance, by sound designer Christian Laffitte, targets electronic dance music, from Big Room and Techno to Future House, Electro, Trance and Trap.

Technocracy by Adam Pietruszko has 100 presets focused on Techno subgenres such as Tech House, Minimal, Melodic and Dark. Kicks and Snares offers punchy bass drum and snare presets, and Analog Essentials provides arpeggios, basses, pads and synth sounds.

Starlight, by Daniel Stawczyk (Status), includes 149 presets in ambient, arpeggiator, lead and keys categories. Cinémathèque offers 142 pads and textures for cinematic work, and 30.8676Hz provides 100 presets that make heavy use of the arpeggiator.

Workflow and Performance Features

Four macros per layer respond to user-defined MIDI controls, so modulation, timbre, envelope and effect morphing can be played in real time. Two independent timbres can be stacked or split, which suits layered textures and keyboard splits.

The Home view offers a distraction-free way to browse and tweak sounds, and the browser lets you filter by Packs, Sounds, Categories and Creators to find a sound quickly.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperApplied Acoustics Systems
TypePlugin
CategoryComplete Collection
FormatsVST2, AU, AAX, RTAS, Standalone
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

Who is this upgrade for?

It is an upgrade for owners of Ultra Analog Session. The developer also offers the full version of Ultra Analog VA-3 + PACKS for buyers without the earlier product.

What formats and operating systems are supported?

The product is available in VST2, AU, AAX, RTAS and Standalone formats. It runs on Windows and macOS in 64-bit.

What do I need to run it?

For the standalone version, Windows 10 64-bit or later, or macOS 10.11 (El Capitan) or later, on an Intel Core i5 (circa 2015) or Apple M1 processor or later. For plug-in use, check the requirements of your DAW.

07Developer

More from Applied Acoustics Systems

All Applied Acoustics Systems products →