LinPlug Releases Alpha VST for Mac and PC

LinPlug has released the Alpha Synthesizer, a flexible, easy-to-use, VST analog-style synthesizer for both Mac and PC.

The Alpha is 24 note-polyphonic and features a classic subtractive design that includes two oscillators, a filter, two envelopes, an LFO, a chorus effect, as well as numerous processing and modulation options.

At the heart of any analog-style synth is its oscillators. The Alpha's carefully designed oscillators provide an extensive range of waveform types from classic analog to hardcore digital. Available waveform types include traditional pure electronic tones such as triangle and square waves, as well as cutting-edge modified waveforms like RichSaw and Spectra. Both oscillators have a unique Balance control that lets you create a waveform that is a hybrid of two others giving the user almost limitless timbral possibilities.

Special attention has been paid to the design of the Alpha's filter so that it replicates the rich sound of a true analog filter. The filter is highly flexible with lowpass, highpass and bandpass options available. The filter also features a saturation control which is designed to overdrive the filter producing a richer, fatter sound.

A key feature of the Alpha is its Modulation Matrix. This virtual "patchbay" allows the creation of four custom routings from any of fifteen modulation sources to twelve different modulation destinations. The Alpha also includes a Chorus effect, an adjustable 6-voice unison mode, and a sophisticated portamento section that offers three portamento modes including a pre-set bend mode. And for true analog sound, the Alpha includes a Precision control that allows you to introduce small inaccuracies into the Alpha's signal chain. This allows you to fine-tune the synth's sound, creating anything from analog-style warmth to cold, digital hardness.

A wide range of oscillator waveforms, a versatile filter, high quality sound, flexible modulation routings and a straightforward user interface, give the Alpha user limitless creative possibilities. All these features make the Alpha the perfect introduction to the world of analog-style VST synthesis.

System Requirements: VST2.0 capable host software, 300 MHz PC or 300 MHz G3 MAC.

The Alpha is available for online purchase at the LinPlug website. The license fee for the Alpha is US$29.00. The Alpha is free for Customers that already purchased the LinPlug TheBundle.