Cherry Audio has announced the release of a new virtual instrument that pays tribute to the Polivoks duophonic analog synthesizer manufactured in the former Soviet Union from 1982 to 1990.
A faithful recreation of the unique character of the Polivoks, Atomika adds new filter options, full polyphony, an arpeggiator, integrated studio-quality effects, and more.
The Polivoks synthesizer was developed by sound engineer Vladimir Kuzmin and his designer wife, Olympiada. At first glance, Polivoks appears to be a typical compact analog synthesizer, but several of its unique features have made it highly desirable among synthesizer enthusiasts. Instead of using the transconductance amplifiers found in typical state-variable filters, Kuzmin developed a way to use programmable op-amps not initially intended for audio filter circuits, resulting in a distinctive and gritty filter sound.
In a new collaboration with renowned DSP engineer Mark Barton (GX-80, Miniverse, Pro Soloist), Cherry Audio has revived its distinctive sound with Atomika. The original filter circuit has been enhanced with new controls like Starve, Filter Drive, and Amp Drive, as well as new highpass, notch, and peak response filter modes. Together, these radically extend Atomika’s already twisted sonic palette.
Atomika is available in VST/VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats, and as standalone software for Windows and Mac. It is priced $49 USD at Plugin Boutique and from the Cherry Audio store.
