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Loomer has released version 1.5 of Aspect, a semi-modular synthesizer for Mac, Windows, and Linux.

Aspect is a 32-note polyphonic synthesizer with an open ended semi-modular architecture, streamlined interface, and analogue sounding synthesis engine.

Changes in Aspect v1.5

• New oscillators with improved sound due to significantly reduced aliasing.
• Backwards compatibility options (for Registered Users only) to enable the use of legacy oscillators for perfect compatibility with older patches.
• Reduced CPU usage: generally around 10% reduction, but up to 20% in some cases.
• Massively reduced memory usage.
• Aspect oscillators are now tuned down an octave to bring them more into line with other synthesizers.
• Older patches will still play at the tuning they were created with.
• Fixed bug where very long release envelopes stop rather abruptly.
• Fixed bug in Sonar where notes are left hanging when the Sonar Transport is stopped.
• Factory presets are now categorized and sorted.
• Rotary controls can now be tweaked to a finer degree with the mouse wheel by holding Shift.
• Fixed bug where notes sustained over a sample rate change from 96KHz to 88KHz would play at the incorrect pitch.
• Fixed bug that could cause a lock under some Linux VST hosts the first time Aspect is scanned.

Aspect is available to purchase for £65 GBP (+ VAT).

More information: Loomer / Aspect

Loomer has released String, a virtual instrument that emulates the sound of the polyphonic string synthesizer.

With optimised audio algorithms that won’t overload your processor, rock-solid stability, and easy integration with any MIDI hardware controller, String is ideal for live work. With a simple and intuitive interface, flexible Bank and Program management, and total parameter automation, String fits right into your studio environment.

String features

• Divide-Down Oscillators — String’s authentic tone comes from its accurate emulation of the divide-down oscillator technology behind the lush ensemble synths of the 70s.
• Dual Layer — String has two individual sound generating Layers, each housing three phase-locked oscillator stops at 16′, 8′ and 4′ ranges for Layer 1, and 8′, 4′, and 2′ ranges for Layer 2. The relative volumes of each stop can be finely tuned to produce an enormous range of timbres. Both Layers have controllable note split points. Layers can be placed so that each is controlled by a specific range on the keyboard, or even overlapped and stacked together.
• Five Voicing Modes — Each Layer has its own Voicing Mode from a choice of Monophonic with Last, Low, and High Note Priorities, Paraphonic, and Polyphonic. In Polyphonic mode each voice has its own Attack/Release amplitude modulation envelope. In Paraphonic mode all voices within a Layer share a single monophonic Attack/Release amplitude envelope. The Monophonic Modes produce a single voice, which can be either the Lowest, Highest, or Last note pressed.
• Five Filter Types — Layers can be further shaped using the monophonic Filter section. This section has several Filter types; a Highpass / Lowpass pair of filters in series, an analogue resonant filter in either Lowpass, Bandpass, or Highpass modes with various modulation options (including Channel Aftertouch), and a 9-Band EQ. The Filter section can also be switched off altogether.
• Flexible Routing — Both Layers can be individually routed into the Effects section. Layer 1 can also optionally be routed directly into Layer 2’s Filter to produce serial Filter tones.
• Effects — String’s Chorus section is modeled on the bucket-brigade device that characterized the sound of the classic ensemble synths. Select from two different Chorus algorithms for either an authentic Ensemble timbre (Type 1), or a more modern, denser sound. (Type 2). A built-in stereo Phaser can be used to add movement, depth, and interest to String timbres. The Effects section is rounded off with two mono bucket-brigade device delay units with independent time and feedback settings, which can be tempo synced, and linked together into a single stereo delay.
• Full MIDI Learn — All controls can be easily mapped to a hardware controller using the simplified MIDI Learn feature.

String is available for Windows PC, Mac and Linux (VST/AU/RTAS/Standalone), priced at £50 GBP (+VAT).

More information: Loomer / String

Early 2009, audio software developer Loomer released Aspect, a semi-modular software instrument for Windows, Mac and Linux.

Aspect is a 32-note polyphonic software instrument that combines a great-sounding, powerful synthesis engine, with a flexible semi-modular architecture and unparalleled ease of use. The core of Aspect’s superb sound are two analog modeled oscillators, each capable of producing a powerful selection of raw waveforms, and dual filters that can be routed in series, in parallel, or even blended into unique combinations.

Aspect features

• Two analog modeled oscillators — sawtooth, pulse, triangle and sine waveforms.
• Two multi-mode filters — Lowpass, Bandpass, or Highpass.
• Selectable filter audio sources (e.g. Osc 1, Noise, Filter 1, Multiplier 1, etc.), filter mix and routing options.
• Three ADSR envelopes (envelope 1 is hard-wired to the amplifier but can still be used to modulate other sources).
• Three LFO’s with tempo sync and sine, triangle, pulse and sawtooth waveforms.
• Patch section for complex modulation — includes Adder, Multiplier, Inverter and Sample and Hold components, and a Lag Generator.
• Up to three modulation sources per parameter slot (or more by using the Adder component in the Patch section) — Note Pitch, Velocity, Osc 1 & 2, Noise, Envelope 1, 2 & 3, LFO 1, 2 & 3, S&H, Adder 1 & 2, Multiplier 1 & 2, Inverter 1 & 2, Lag Generator, Aftertouch, Channel Pressure, PitchBend, ModWheel, VoiceNumber, Random, and UnisonDepth.
• Global section with Master Volume, Glissando, Polyphony and Unison controls.
• Program A/B for comparing program edits.
• MIDI Learn — change any parameter values using a MIDI keyboard or a control surface.

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Loomer has released version 1.4.2 Aspect, a semi-modular synthesizer for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux.

Aspect is a 32-note polyphonic synthesizer with an open ended semi-modular architecture, streamlined interface, and analogue sounding synthesis engine.

Changes in Aspectv1.4.2

• An uninstallation script is now available for the Mac OS X version. This will completely remove any installed Aspect components.
• Fixed an issue when Aspect is hosted by Reaper that could cause audio glitches when either changing programs, or editing Aspect parameters.
• Any notes playing when the host transport is restarted are now stopped.

Aspect is available for Windows, Mac and Linux (VST/AU/RTAS/Standalone) as a direct download, priced at £65 GBP.

More information: Loomer

Loomer has announced the release of Shift, a diatonic granular pitch shifter and delay effect, for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux.

Shift is a real-time diatonic granular pitch shifting and delay effect. It has three independent, true stereo, delay lines, each with their own transposition and delay controls, which can be combined to build complex delay structures such as ping-pong delays or harmonized chord echoes.

Shift features

• Three independant true stereo delay lines.
• Retro granular pitch shifting sound.
• Pitch shift each delay line by up to an octave up or down, with semitone transposition and finely grained cent detune controls.
• Three modes for each delay line: Chromatic, Recursive, and Diatonic.
• Diatonic pitch tracking for monophonic audio sources.
• Modulation LFO with independent time and pitch modulation controls for each delay line.
• MIDI Learn for hardware control of all parameters.

Shift is available for Windows, Mac and Linux for £35 GBP. An evaluation is available for free download.

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Loomer has released version 1.3.4 of Resound, a tape echo effect for Mac, Windows, and Linux.

Resound is a software audio delay effect processor that emulates the sound and operation of vintage magnetic-tape echo units.

Changes in Resound v1.3.4

• Fixed pulsing noise that could occur when running at sample rates other than 44100Hz.
• Delay tails are now curbed when the host sequencer transport is restarted.

Resound is available for Windows, Mac and Linux (VST/AU/RTAS/Standalone) for £35 GBP.

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