Isotonik Studios has announced a Max for Live synthesizer additive synthesizer featuring 8 sine wave oscillators. Foil 2 by Babumas Devices offers an unparalleled level of sound design capabilities.
The design of Foil is centered around its oscillators. Oscillator 1 is triggered by the ADSR envelope in the front, while Oscillator 8 is triggered by the ADSR envelope in the back. The oscillators in between, namely Oscillator 2 to 7, follow an interpolated envelope value. This arrangement allows for precise control over each oscillator’s behavior and enables you to create complex and evolving sounds.
A key feature of Foil is its ability to tune the oscillators. You can choose to have them tuned to the harmonic series, which produces consonant and harmonically rich sounds. Alternatively, you can detune the oscillators to create inharmonic timbres that are more dissonant and edgy. This flexibility gives you the freedom to experiment and find the perfect timbral characteristics for your music.
In addition to tuning, Foil offers a pitch envelope function. This feature adds another layer of complexity to your sound design possibilities. By manipulating the pitch over time, you can create dynamic and expressive timbral gestures. For example, you can use the pitch envelope to slowly detune pads, creating a drifting and evolving sound that is perfect for atmospheric and ambient music. Alternatively, you can use it to create metallic risers, where the pitch gradually increases, adding tension and anticipation to your tracks. The pitch envelope can even be used to create piercing percussion sounds with sharp attacks and short decay times.
Available for Ableton Live 10/11 (Suite or Standard with Max for Live installed), Foil 2 is priced £22 GBP.
More information: Isotonik Studios
