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Prices are included (where available) for general reference, but may not be correct by the time you read this.
Please note that the text is simply copied from the home page of each software, I simply don't have the time or money to download and try these programs.
Software Synthesizers (Part 1) - Keyboard/synthesizers for the computer. Virtual sound generators, usually including a bunch of sound manipulating tools and effects.
z3ta $192
z3ta+ is our top-of-the line instrument, which extends the capabilities of our virtual analog synthesizers line by introducing our exclusive Bandlimited Waveshaping technology.
As a complete instrument, z3ta+ is oriented to the professional musician and sound programmer looking for uncompromised sound quality and features.
Scorpion $39
The Scorpion is a virtual analog VSTi synthesizer. Unlike most other virtual analog synthesizers, the Scorpion does not attempt to recreate any particular real-world analog synthesizer, but contains original circuitry.
The Scorpion finds its use in all genres of electronic music, and is capable of a wide variety of strings, winds, basses, leads, pads and atmospheric sounds.
Hydra $79
The Hydra is a multi-model VSTi / DXi synthesizer, designed for use in all genres of electronic music.
Albino synthesizer $199
In 2002 Rob Papen approached Peter Linsener of LinPlug with his idea of a sound-designer's dream synth... A few months later ALBINO was born. Within a very short time it stole the hearts of many musicians due to it's high quality sound, usability and inspirational presets.
Vanguard synthesizer $90
VANGUARD combines the good old analog synthesizer idea with the latest technology. All analog devices of classic synthesizers are emulated by high-quality DSP (digital signal processing) functions. reFX spent a lot of time programming the synthesis functions, and the result is a warm and rich sounding synthesizer plugin with all the benefits of todays digital technology.
Pro 53
The PRO-53 carries on the tradition from the legendary days of vintage cult synthesizers. This virtual instrument, fashioned after the Sequential Circuits™ Prophet™-5, provides the sonic properties of the unique originals while meeting the practical requirements of the present day.
Pentagon $128
Powerful, full feature packed, uncompromised quality sound with a comfortable and easy layout: all controls in one panel for instant access, lovely knobs to make easy the recording of automation changes. Its unique Voice Modulator brings even more fun to your digital audio station.
Novation bass station
Following the predictably stunning reaction to the V-Station, Novation goes ‘back to its roots’ with a VST and Audio Unit plug-in which flawlessly re-creates the the warmth, character and ‘oomph’ of the enormously successful Bass Station keyboard and rack analogue instruments.
