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Description

Dive into a world of limitless sound creation with the Roli Equator VST, a cutting-edge virtual instrument plugin that caters to the modern musician's desire for versatility and depth. Crafted for expressive performance, Equator is designed to seamlessly integrate with your digital audio workstation, offering a vast array of sounds ranging from lush pads to sharp leads. This plugin stands out with its ability to harness the rich, multidimensional sound capabilities of ROLI hardware, allowing for seamless modulation and nuanced expression.

Equator's user-friendly interface provides intuitive control over sound design, making it accessible for both beginners and seasoned producers. It features an extensive library of presets that cater to various musical genres, ensuring that you have the right sound for any project. Whether you're looking to craft ambient soundscapes or punchy electronic tracks, Equator's powerful sound engine ensures high-quality audio production every time.

Designed with the modern producer in mind, the Roli Equator VST is not just a plugin; it's an instrument that evolves with your creativity. Its robust architecture supports MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression), giving you the freedom to shape each note in real-time, providing a more organic and dynamic performance.

Key Features:

  • VST plugin that integrates seamlessly with most DAWs
  • Extensive library of presets for diverse musical genres
  • Supports MPE for enhanced expressive control
  • Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • Compatible with ROLI hardware for enriched sound modulation
  • High-quality sound engine for professional audio production
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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Roli Equator VST.

Software and compatibility

  • It's crucial to have the Splice app installed to verify the temporary license when using their rent-to-own program; full access is granted once paid off.

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  • Users have reported issues with Splice's app, which can render purchased software like Serum unusable due to registration failures.

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  • Ableton Live 10 lacks MPE support, requiring an upgrade to version 11 for full functionality with Equator 2.

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Features and functionality

  • The advertised 1300 patches in Equator 2 are misleading; there are actually 650 patches, each available in MPE and standard keyboard versions.

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  • The XY & macro tweaks in Equator 2 allow for realistic trumpet and guitar sounds; these controls are assigned uniquely for each voicing.

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  • Many Equator 2 patches come with excessive reverb and decay, necessitating frequent adjustments in the effects section for balance.

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  • Equator 2 offers an improved layout and intuitive user interface, making it more versatile for use with both MPE hardware and standard MIDI controllers.

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Use cases and applications

  • Equator 2 is considered an essential tool for those using MPE hardware like Seaboard or LinnStrument, offering excellent expressibility.

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  • Users appreciate Equator 2's adaptability, using it effectively with both Roli hardware like the Seaboard and other MIDI controllers.

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Value and pricing

  • Equator 2's price can be mitigated through alternative purchasing options like finding deals on KVR, where licenses have been sold for as low as $75.

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  • Some users express dissatisfaction with the upgrade pricing from Equator 1, suggesting a lower fee for existing Roli product owners.

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User experience

  • Equator 2 is noted for being RAM-intensive, significantly impacting CPU performance in DAWs like Ableton Live.

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  • Owners note that Equator 2 provides unique sounds not found in other synths, citing its capability to impress even users new to Roli products.

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Comparisons

  • Equator 2 stands out as a must-have MPE plugin, with some users ranking it alongside Cypher 2 in terms of essentiality and performance.

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Other

  • Equator 2 is considered a standalone powerhouse, no longer relying solely on the Seaboard to showcase its capabilities.

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4.5 out of 5

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Some bugs to work out but very promising

Bugs include audio changing whenever you unplug and re-plug in headphones. You may need to reset your audio in.

Artist usage

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See how Kygo uses Roli Equator VST

Kygo

Keyboardist, Music Producer

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At 2:51 you can see he is using the Equator.

See how Neon Vines uses Roli Equator VST

Neon Vines

Singer, Music Producer

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(@13:50) "lately I've been hooking it up to the Standalone version of the Equator and Cypher2 on my laptop"

See how Habstrakt uses Roli Equator VST

Habstrakt

Music Producer

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In this YouTube video, at timestamp 1:29:17, Habstrakt is seen opening the ROLI Equator 1 plugin.

See how Alessandro Galdieri 2 uses Roli Equator VST

Alessandro Galdieri 2

Music Producer

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In This Photo, Alessandro Galdieri, can be seen using Roli Equator VST

Genre Usage

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Used With

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