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Description
The FXpansion Strobe Software Synthesizer Plugin is where vintage analog warmth meets modern digital versatility. Engineered for creativity, this plugin is powered by a Super Oscillator, offering a spectrum of sonic possibilities that range from classic tones to futuristic textures. Whether you're crafting lush pads or gritty basslines, Strobe2 provides a seamless workflow with intuitive controls for both seasoned synthesists and adventurous newcomers.
At its core, Strobe2 is about expression. Its analog-modeled filters and cutting-edge modulation system allow you to shape your sound with precision, while its TransMod system simplifies complex routing for a fluid and engaging sound design experience. Dive into a library of over 1100 presets, including 200 tailored for MPE, to find the perfect starting point for your next track or performance.
Strobe2 doesn't just stop at sound creation; it also excels in sound transformation. The 6-slot effects rack houses over 25 high-quality processors, including delays, reverb, and distortion, offering endless options to enhance and personalize your sound. Its scalable interface ensures that every detail is crystal clear, whether you're using a 4K monitor or a Retina display.
Compatible with both Windows and macOS, including support for native M1 Macs, Strobe2 is designed to integrate smoothly into any setup. Whether you're a professional producer or a hobbyist musician, this plugin is your gateway to creating music that resonates.
Key Features:
- Super Oscillator with waveform faders, noise generator, and customizable sub oscillator
- Over 1100 bundled presets, including MPE and Standard controller presets
- Multimode filter with 22 modes and gain-compensated drive
- Advanced TransMod system for intuitive modulation routing
- 6-slot effects rack with over 25 processors
- MPE-compatible step sequencer with control matrix
- Scalable interface for 4K/Retina screens
- Requires Windows 10/macOS 10.11+, Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz CPU, 4GB RAM
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Users favor Strobe 2 for its polyphonic aftertouch support, comparing it to Arturia's CS-80 V which excels in the same area.
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U-he's Diva, Repro, and Ace are noted alongside Strobe for their strong analog emulation capabilities, offering a range of options for users seeking authentic analog sounds.
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Strobe 2 is noted for its effectiveness in creating dynamic, nuanced performances when paired with controllers capable of transmitting polyphonic aftertouch.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 18 Ratings
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In this live stream you can see Deadmau5 using DCAM's Strobe Synthesiser at 2:11:09. It is possible he also uses the Synth Squad.
Above & Beyond give high praise to the FXpansion Strobe synth, calling it "as good as hardware."
"For plugins it's definitely Cypher and Strobe that I pull up first for just about anything. I feel like they've been a sort of secret weapon for me, and even when I turn other people onto them, they can't seem to get the same sounds out of them that I'm getting, which is the beautiful thing. To this day nothing has come out that even comes close to rivaling the quality of these synths, aside from sample-based plugins, which obviously lack the modulation and flexibility of traditional virtual synths."
Original Q&A with Wolfgang can be found here.
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