Aly James Lab has introduced an enhanced emulation of the Pearl Syncussion SY-1 drum synthesizer. The SY-4X virtual instrument replicates the original’s analog circuitry, including its rare CMOS based oscillators, 2 pole “spreading” low pass filter and all internal preset modulation connections called modes.

SY-4X goes beyond the original by offering four independent SY-1 modules in one package, allowing the creation of complex drum kits, and intricate mono synth lines.

New features include customizable pitch scaling, advanced envelope shaping, and a “Berserk” mode for extreme sonic manipulation. The SY-4X also introduces additional modes, G and H, for even more sonic possibilities.

SY-4X features

  • Circuit Model: Accurately reproduces the Syncussion design and sound.
  • 4 Independent Syncussion modules.
  • CMOS based oscillators for authentic tone generation.
  • Multi Outputs routing capability.
  • Drum Kit or Keyboard Modes.
  • Modeled VCF Filter topology, 2-pole spreading low-pass filter with extra user control.
  • Up to 60 optional pitch scaling rules to choose from.
  • Optional Berserk Mode with 2 types of distortion.
  • Most parameters respond to automation.
  • Settings and preset browser pages.
  • Up to X16 Oversampling.
  • Native Silicon/ARM Included.

Available in VST3 and AU plugin formats, SY-4X is available to purchase for 51 EUR.

More information: Aly James Lab