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Description

Dive into a world of sonic possibilities with the reFX Nexus, a cutting-edge synth plugin designed for creators who crave versatility and depth. Whether you're crafting the next electronic hit or adding atmospheric textures to a film score, Nexus offers an expansive library of sounds that cater to every genre imaginable.

Nexus stands out with its intuitive interface that makes sound design both accessible and enjoyable, even for those new to the world of music production. It features a comprehensive set of controls that allow you to manipulate sound with precision and ease. The plugin is renowned for its high-quality presets, delivering professional-grade sound straight out of the box. From lush pads and vivid leads to booming basses, Nexus provides a robust toolkit for any music producer.

One of the standout features of Nexus is its advanced modulation system, which gives users the flexibility to sculpt their soundscapes with unparalleled nuance. This system offers a myriad of options for creating complex, evolving sounds that can breathe life into any track. With regular updates and expansions, Nexus continually evolves, ensuring it remains an essential tool in your production arsenal.

Key Features:

  • Extensive library with thousands of high-quality presets
  • Intuitive interface for streamlined sound design
  • Advanced modulation system for detailed sound sculpting
  • Robust effects engine for enhanced audio manipulation
  • Regular updates and expansions for ongoing innovation
  • Compatible with major digital audio workstations (DAWs)
Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix

Nexus 3 Crazy Fun!! Ft. Nexus Co-Creator & Sound Designer

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Nexus 3 Crazy Fun!! Ft. Nexus Co-Creator & Sound Designer

Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix

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NEXUS 4.5 - New Features

reFX

reFX

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reFX Nexus 4 - Expansion Pack Walkthrough: Vintage Synths with Bartek

Vengeance-Sound

Vengeance-Sound

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ReFX Nexus 4 | Complete | Presets Preview (No Talking)

Simon Le Grec

Simon Le Grec

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Nexus 4 Tutorial - REFX

Thomas Foster musicproduction

Thomas Foster musicproduction

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REFX Nexus 4.5.1 VST Plugin isn't Terrible but..

Ave Mcree

Ave Mcree

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Nexus 4 Tutorial Deutsch - REFX

Thomas Foster Musikproduktion

Thomas Foster Musikproduktion

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about reFX Nexus.

Features and functionality

  • Nexus 5 has evolved into a full-fledged workstation synth, capable of synthesis, sampling, advanced FX chains, and sequencing.

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  • Nexus 5 allows for layering multiple samplers, oscillators, granulators, and FM sources, providing extensive sound manipulation capabilities.

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User experience

  • Owners appreciate the nostalgic Nexus 2 UI skin available in Nexus 5, enhancing the user interface experience for long-time users.

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Comparisons

  • Nexus 5 is seen as a competitor to synths like VPS Avenger 2 and Omnisphere, offering a more affordable option for similar functionalities.

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Use cases and applications

  • Nexus 5 is valued for enabling quick song-building workflows, complementing synths like Serum for more personalized sound design.

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Value and pricing

  • At $199, Nexus 5 is considered competitively priced, undercutting other comprehensive synth solutions in the market.

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4.5 out of 5

Based on 2 Reviews and 8 Ratings

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bagmand

Good but not great

This product is Nexus, and NOT Nexus2. This i a great synth bank with many lovely sounds and great expantion opportunities. You can not generate your own sounds from scratch with this one, and thats is one of the great cons with this product.

vile_vuro

i love it

this intrument is awsome and i want to use it for mixxing music

Artist usage

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See how Jon Hopkins uses reFX Nexus

Jon Hopkins

Music Producer

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Verified via Resident Advisor

So the final sound is an Ableton vocoder mixed with the Elektron Analog Keys, then the treble comes from the reFX Nexus, which is a software synth

See how Boris Brejcha uses reFX Nexus

Boris Brejcha

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via YouTube

At 00:10 you can see him using refx Nexus (VSTi Slot on the right)

See how pdogg uses reFX Nexus

pdogg

Music Producer

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Verified via Photo

"Refx NEXUS Expansion KPOP ?? Patch name Busan live singer Let's celebrate all night long ???"

See how Eliminate uses reFX Nexus

Eliminate

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via YouTube

Looking closely in the step sequencer, Eliminiate can be seen using reFX Nexus. Not clear if he is using the newer version Nexus 2.

See how Blackmill uses reFX Nexus

Blackmill

Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

In the video titled "Blackmill Tutorial #1: One Last Chance (FL Studio 12)" on YouTube, Blackmill is seen using the reFX Nexus² as an instrument.

See how Billy Currie uses reFX Nexus

Billy Currie

Keyboardist, Music Producer

Ultravox

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Verified via Billycurrie

On the first album article for his 2013 album, Billy states he used a Nexus patch in one of the songs.

See how Stoto uses reFX Nexus

Stoto

Music Producer

Ahmet Kilic & Stoto

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Verified via Facebook

This Plugin can be seen at 0:17 in this Facebook video, uploaded by the artist himself.

See how Spark uses reFX Nexus

Spark

Music Producer

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Verified via YouNow.com

He is using it to produce his melody.

See how Kaysha uses reFX Nexus

Kaysha

Rapper, Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

In this video, kaysha can be seen making a zouk session on his studio using his reFX Nexus Virtual Synth. The item can be seen 0:06 into this video.

Genre Usage

Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.

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