Vangelis For Omnisphere 3 Now Available


Luftrum has announced Vangelis for Omnisphere 3, a new version of one of their most popular soundsets that has been updated for Omnisphere 3.

Originally released in 2022, it has now been enhanced for Omnisphere 3, with updated effects, new patches, handpicked Mutations, and custom Velvet Verb presets.

Audio Demos:

Vangelis For Omnisphere 3 is available now for $39. It’s a free update for existing owners.

 

Air IONA, A ‘Faithful Recreation’ Of The Roland SH-101


Today, AIR Music Tech has introduced IONA, a new virtual instrument that they describe as “a faithful recreation of the legendary SH-101 synthesizer.”

They say that Iona preserves the unmistakable 101 character, while expanding on the original’s designe with a modern 128-step pattern sequencer, intuitive graphical editor, and seamless integration across standalone MPC, MPC Desktop, and DAW environments.

“Iona captures the classic 101 tone we all know and love, then opens it up with a deeper sequencer and workflow refinements that fit today’s production styles,” says AIR’s Neal Gustafson. “Whether you’re sketching on MPC or finishing a track in your DAW, it’s the same instrument—and the same sound—everywhere.”

Features:

  • Sound Engine –
    • “Authentic” 101 oscillator section with Pulse, Sawtooth, Sub, and Noise sources
    • VCO pitch range and modulation controls faithful to the original
    • Pulse-width modulation via LFO, Envelope, or manual slider
    • BPM-syncable LFO with 9 waveform shapes
  • Filter & Modulation
    • Classic resonant filter with cutoff and resonance controls
    • Filter envelope, LFO, and keyboard tracking
    • ADSR envelope assignable to VCA
    • Portamento and customizable pitch bender controls
  • Sequencing & Performance
    • 128-step pattern sequencer with classic 101 workflow
    • Transpose/shift functions and graphical editor
    • Integrated arpeggiator for expanded creative possibilities
    • Seamless MPC and DAW integration
  • Effects & Presets
    • Onboard FX section: Lo-Fi, Delay, Reverb, and 3-Band EQ
    • 100+ factory presets for instant inspiration
    • Five visual skins (grey, red, blue, white, yellow) saved per-preset

Iona is available now, with an intro price through November 22, 2025 of $59 (normally $149).

 

First BBD Resonator-Based Synth, Morphor ECHON 6, Now Available To Pre-Order


Morphor has announced that the ECHON 6 the world’s first polyphonic synthesizer based around BBD (Bucket-Brigade Delay) resonators — is now available to pre-order.

Each of its six voices features a discrete BBD delay-line resonator that tracks the keyboard, producing organic overtones and complex harmonic depth. The Morphor ECHON 6 will generate anything from plucked and bowed strings, to leads and basses, to big pads and evolving soundscapes.

Other features include comprehensive multi-timbral capabilities, a 9×32 modulation matrix, an analog signal path and a one-knob-per-function design.

Features:

  • Feedback system with full analogue audio path
  • 6-part multi-timbral architecture
  • 6× Full analogue BBD resonators
  • 6× True analogue VCO exciters
  • 4× LFOs per voice (24 in total)
  • 4× Random generators per voice (24 in total)
  • Custom voice grouping (up to 6 groups)
  • Comprehensive unison control
  • Extensive modulation matrix (9 sources × 32 destination parameters)
  • Global modulation attenuverters
  • 216 user presets (6 × 6 × 6 structure)
  • 1× 1/4″ mono jack external input
  • 2× 1/4″ jack main outputs (L/R)
  • 6× 1/4″ stereo jack voice outputs
  • 1× 1/4″ stereo jack headphone output (independent level, pre-master monitoring)
  • MIDI DIN In/Out/Thru ports
  • MIDI USB-C (class-compliant device, no bus power)
  • MIDI fully-remote controllable
  • MIDI SysEx support
  • Firmware update via USB-C
  • 19″ rack-mountable (black aluminum rack ears included)
  • VESA-mount compatible
  • Kensington security slot
  • No display — 100% tactile operation

Audio Demos:

The ECHON 6 is scheduled to ship in early February 2026; pre-orders are open for the first batch, with a MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) of €2,295.00 (including VAT).