Schmidt Eight Voice Polyphonic Software Synthesizer Now Available
Schmidt Synthesizer has introduced Schmidt Vi, a software recreation of its flagship Schmidt Eightvoice analog synthesizer.
Developed in collaboration with UJAM, the virtual instrument uses detailed modeling of the original synthesizer’s analog signal path to bring its sound architecture into a digital music production environment.
Originally introduced at Musikmesse in Frankfurt in 2012, the Schmidt Eight Voice is a large-format polyphonic analog synthesizer featuring an extensive collection of oscillators, filters and dedicated modulation controls. The instrument was manufactured in Germany using through-hole construction, with an emphasis on long-term repairability.
According to Schmidt, rising manufacturing costs and technological developments have made continued production of the hardware increasingly difficult. The company says it will soon discontinue hardware production, making the introduction of Schmidt Vi a continuation of the instrument’s development in software.
The plugin was developed through a collaboration with UJAM. The original instrument’s analog signal path was analyzed and modeled to reproduce its circuit behavior, interactions and sonic characteristics. An early prototype was demonstrated at Superbooth in May 2026.
Features:
- Four oscillators, each with a distinct sound-generation character.
- Oscillator 4 capable of generating complex waveforms through multiple ring-modulation processes.
- Two Moog-style multimode filters.
- Two Oberheim-style dual filters.
- Additional 12 dB low-pass filter at the end of the signal chain.
- Two parallel filter groups with independent signal-processing paths.
- 16 LFOs and nine envelopes distributed throughout the synthesis architecture.
- Frequency modulation, ring modulation and multiple pulse-width modulation capabilities.
- Dedicated modulation controls located within the relevant synthesis sections, without requiring a centralized modulation matrix.
- Stereo panning modulation with an LFO for moving sounds across the stereo panorama.
- Randomizer function for generating new sounds.
- Parameter value displays that show actual knob positions.
- Expanded pitch-wheel and aftertouch assignments with multiple modulation destinations.
- MPE support for compatible MIDI controllers.
- Multiple plugin instances can run simultaneously, replacing the original hardware’s multimode functionality.
- Owners of the Schmidt hardware synthesizer can control the plugin using the original instrument’s interface.
Schmidt Synthesizer Schmidt Vi is available now as a software instrument for €179, including applicable taxes. The plugin requires an iLok account and iLok License Manager for authorization.
