Moog Music has announced the release of a new dual-layer bass synthesizer, allowing you to mix together two completely different synthesizer sounds that can dynamically complement each other or be played duophonically.

Each layer of Mariana is built around two oscillators with precise and inventive controls to make your bass tone punch through a mix and stand out from the rest, with a sub-oscillator adding even more low-end weight.

Two resonant Moog filters and a third filter specifically for the sub-oscillator let you shape your sound, adding warmth while rolling off high frequencies or pushing up the resonance for added bite. With stereo oscillators and crossover filter functionality, Mariana is optimized for quickly fine-tuning stereo content while simultaneously preserving a powerful mono bass foundation.

A powerful creative companion, Mariana is designed for intuitive audio layering and processing, merging the soul of Moog bass with user-friendly technology for all digital creators. Optimized for vibrant bass sounds, Mariana invites users to dial in tones that span genres, easily form modulation pathways to create complex timbres, and sculpt distinct sounds that sit perfectly in any mix with built-in effects and compression.

Mariana features

  • Modern Moog Bass: Mariana pulls from the lineage of classic Moog bass instruments (Minimoog Model D, Minitaur) to deliver a new bass synthesizer with cutting-edge features for sculpting powerful bass lines.
  • Dual Layers: Two separate synthesizer layers allow for complementary sound stacks or independent duophonic playing that can be mixed together.
  • Deep Modulation: A vast array of modulation sources, destinations, controllers, and functions with a deep mod matrix editor allow for complex modulation of nearly every parameter of Mariana.
  • Intuitive Interface: A beautiful, resizable, and user-friendly interface gives you effortless control over your bass sounds.
  • Metering and Compression: Built-in effects, compression, and metering let you add punch to your bass sounds and dial them in to a professional standard.
  • Interconnectivity: Mariana can interact with the Moogerfooger Effects Plug-ins via virtual CV, creating a modular Moog ecosystem right in your DAW.
  • Flexibility: Mariana can be used as a plug-in within your DAW, as a standalone app you can control via MIDI without the need for a DAW
  • Preset Library: A vast library of presets covering a wide range of musical styles and genres provides a starting point for users to dive right into musical creation—or transform stock presets into something completely unique.

Mariana for Windows and Mac (VST3, AU and AAX) is on sale for the intro price of $49 USD (regular $99 USD). The iOS version is $14.99 USD in the App Store during the promotion (regular $29.99 USD).

The offer is available at Plugin Boutique and from the Moog store until December 31st, 2023.