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Cherry Audio has introduced PS-20, a new software synthesizer. Cherry Audio PS-20 plugin is a “hot-rodded” VST version of Korg MS-20 Synthesizer. It promises everything you love about the MS-20 and plenty more.

If you are looking for a faithful hardware emulation of Korg MS-20, Korg has you covered with its mini and full-sized reboots, but if you want a “hot-rodded” plugin version, the PS-20 is the synth that will seduce you. As for sound-wise, the PS-20 sits on familiar, squelchy, screaming MS-20-style ground. Those much-loved, sometimes unpredictable filters are here, as is the modular-style patch panel. However, we are told that this has been reconfigured and simplified, with in and out patch points for all oscillators, filters and VCAs and a simplified interface. The patch panel cabling system from Cherry Audio Voltage Modular has been implemented, too. Other additions include 16 notes of polyphony, a three-layer, eight-step sequencer with CV outs, and built-in effects.

The PS-20 also features 320 presets, and offers MPE support. There’s a single-key chord memory mode, and an external signal processing section with sidechain input. It runs on PC and Mac as either an instrument or an effect, and in VST/AU/AAX formats.

*Features:

• Accurate modeling of classic MS-style highpass and lowpass filters
• Up to 16-voice polyphony with random voice panning available
• Over 320 presets
• Three-channel, eight-step sequencer with 1/2-step quantizer and tempo sync
• Single-key chord memory mode
• Expanded and simplified full-function patch panel
• Advanced patch panel cabling system from Voltage Modular
• External Signal Processor section with normalled sidechain input
• Virtual instrument and effect plug-in versions included
• Tempo-syncable modulation generator
• Unison detune for massive lead and bass sounds
• MPE support
• Four user-selectable interface color themes
• Distortion, studio-quality reverb, and mod echo with tempo sync effects
• Full MIDI control and DAW automation for all controls

Find out more on the Cherry Audio website.

The PS-20 is available now at an intro price for just $29, and you can try before you buy with a 30-day demo version.

Erica Synths has announced the Black Ring-Xfade module for Eurorack.

The Black Ring-Xfade features two ring modulators/waveshapers and a crossfader that works both for audio and CV and a VCA.

It is an extremely versatile module for sound shaping. Unlike a conventional ring modulator that only works with a signal present on both signal and carrier inputs, the Black Ring-Xfade passes through the signal without alteration if no carrier is present.

Features:

• Dual ringmodulaotr/waveshaper
• Carrier level adjustment
• Voltage controlled crossfader
• Manual and CV control over crossfade
• Selectable AC (audio) or DC (control voltage) coupling
• VCA with selectable bias

The Erica Synths Black Ring-Xfade is available now for €150 and $189.

NOISE is a free white noise user oscillator for the KORG Nu:Tekt NTS-1 digital synth kit.

It is based on the sine_test code in KORG’s logue-sdk. The code has been optimised to produce a Gaussian white noise output. Parameter A has no effect on the sound, while parameter B adds soft clipping to the white noise core signal, slightly boosting the level, reducing the dynamic range, and adding some extra overall presence.

You can use NOISE along with the NTS-1’s filters, envelopes, and effects to create a variety of timbres including percussion, sweeps, and more. Or use it with external synths such as the KORG Volca Modular.

NOISE is available now as a free download.