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Today, Make Noise introduces MultiWAVE, an 8-channel, dual wavetable oscillator for Eurorack systems, and part of their New Universal Synthesizer System.

It uses a single set of controls to generate audio waveforms at eight independent channel outputs.

Each of the eight MultiWAVE channels contains two independent wavetable oscillators, Osc A and Osc B, each loading its own wavetable with variable frequency, modulation and wavetable position.

MultiWAVE includes an output header for creating pre-patched connections to the audio signal inputs of two QXG modules. When grouped up with PoliMATHS it creates the 8-channel core of the New Universal Synthesizer System.

Features:

• 8-channel dual wavetable oscillator with a single set of controls
• Sequence A and B oscillators (per channel) independently or together via 4 Follow modes
• Generate polyphonic activations from monophonic sequences using Modulation Dissemination, Span modes, Spread, and Accumulate
• Variable timbre per channel via Spread and Modulation Dissemination
• Independent v/o inputs per oscillator and global transpose v/o input
• Built-in polyphonic quantizer
• Modulatable polyphonic detune, and glide.
• Works as a Harmonic Oscillator with detune turned fully clock wise
• Modulate wavetables using built-in MultiMod LFO
• Independent modulation depth and shape per oscillator.
• Modulation Time and depth variable per voice via spread and modulation dissemination
• Ships with custom Make Noise wavetables developed from Make Noise modules
• Smooth interpolation between waveforms
• Compatible with Waveedit format wavetables
• Each wavetable contains 64 waves
• Capable of storing 8 banks of 8 wavetables.
• Activate channels in multiple voltage-controllable Span modes
• In arbitrary order using Channel Index
• Sequentially with variable channel count step in Round
• Via variable per channel clock divisions using Parallel
• Oscillator Core of the New Universal Synthesizer System
• Designed for seamless use with PoliMATHS, QXG, and future N.U.S.S. modules
• Chain to pair of QXG for immediate 8-channel mixing, with amplitude control via PoliMATHS for 8-channel modular hybrid Polysynth.

Red Means Recording Modular put together an in-depth overview of MultiWAVE and the New Universal Synthesizer System:

The Make Noise MultiWAVE is available to pre-order now, priced at $529.

Roland has released Galaxias 1.8, the latest update to their software “Super Instrument”.

Galaxias 1.8 update also introduces an overhauled interface, “warp speed” load times and a DAW-friendly Immersive Mode.

Roland brings Zen-Core to Galaxias with Zenology GX, the “next generation” of the Zen-Core synthesis technology found in hardware instruments like Fantom and Jupiter-X and the Zenology Pro plugin.

Zenology GX brings Roland’s Zenology engine into Galaxias, an instrument player included with the Ultimate tier of Roland’s Cloud subscription service that features a vast content library spanning emulations of classic Roland gear alongside modern software synths. Galaxias allows you to layer and process multiple instruments and access more than 25,000 sounds from the plugin or standalone app.

Arriving with the instrument’s 1.8 update, the integration of Zenology GX brings an additional 11,000 additional presets to Galaxias. Though many of these sounds were already available in Roland’s Zenology Pro plugin, bringing them into Galaxias allows you to do more with them than you could in Zenology Pro.

Zenology GX takes advantage of Galaxias’ newly redesigned user interface and sound browser, and lets you make the most of the capabilities that Galaxias offers as a synth host, including the ability to layer up to four instances of Zenology GX in a single Scene, with key splits and layers, modulatable macro controls, per-layer effects processing and customizable sequencers. Load times and performance are said to be “highly optimized” as well.

Zenology GX’s synth architecture stacks four layers of virtual analogue or PCM waveforms in each patch; nine VA waveforms are on offer alongside supersaw, noise and an extensive library of 7000 PCM waves. These are joined by ten modelled filter types, including a Jupiter-8 emulation, and modulation duties are augmented by 11 available LFO shapes, including a tempo-synced Step LFO with up to 37 curves per step.

Sounds can be processed via a comprehensive collection of more than 90 effects, covering everything from reverbs and delays to lo-fi processors, overdrives, phasers, filters, amp simulators, pitch-shifters and emulations of classic Roland hardware such as the Roland Juno-106 chorus and the SP-404’s DJFX Looper.

Sounds designed in Zenology GX can be exported to the Zenology Pro plugin and Zen-Core hardware instruments such as the Fantom, Jupiter-X, Juno-X and MC-707.

Zenology GX and Galaxias are only available with a Roland Cloud Ultimate subscription, which will set you back $19.99/month or $199 annually. A free 30-day trial is also available.

Find out more on Roland website.

Today, Expressive E introduces Osmose 61, a new 61-key version of the unique keyboard synthesizer that adds an additional octave.

What they have to say about the new Osmose 61:

“With 61 keys, Osmose 61 offers greater harmonic and melodic freedom, perfect for two-handed playing, complex arrangements, and live performance.

It retains everything that made the 49-key model revolutionary: the expressive 3D keybed, MPE integration, high-end interface, and premium build quality—giving musicians the choice to stay with 49 keys or step up to 61.

Developed and fully designed by Expressive E, the Osmose keybed sets a new benchmark for MPE instruments. Every note responds with nuance to velocity, press, aftertouch, pitch bend, pressure glide, strum, vibrato, and more — making the keyboard a natural extension of the player’s hands.”

Osmose Feature Overview:

Composer Hans Zimmer has made extensive use of the original Osmose on recent soundtracks, like Dune: Part Two. His take? “You guys spent an enormous amount of time building exactly the instruments that should have been built a hundred years ago.”

Both Osmose synthesizers are powered by the EaganMatrix engine, developed by Haken Audio. This is the same engine used in Haken’s Continuum synthesizer, another electronic instrument known for its expressive synthesis control. The versatile engine supports physical modeling, FM, subtractive synthesis, and more, and features onboard reverb, delay, compressor, and EQ.

The Osmose platform has evolved quickly since its original introduced:

• The instruments now features 580 factory presets and up to 2048 preset slots.
• Expressive E has also expanded the software ecosystem around Osmose, offering a rich library of sounds through partnerships with companies such as U-He, KiloHearts, Dawesome, AAS, and Synapse Audio.
• Proprietary software explicitly designed for Osmose, including Soliste (physically modeled solo strings) and Noisy 2 (a dual-layer, noise-driven synth), is also now available.

Specifications:

• Keys: 61 full-size, fully expressive
• Polyphony: Up to 24 voices
• Gestural Control: Tap, Press, Pitch Bend, Vibrato, Aftertouch, Pressure Glide, Note Off, Expressive arpeggiator
• Sound Engine: EaganMatrix by Haken Audio
• Built-in Effects: Reverb, Delay, Compressor/Drive/2 convolution engines, pre & post reverb/delay, EQ
• Preset Management: 580 factory presets, up to 2048 preset slots
• Interface: Color LCD, 6 encoders, pitch/mod sliders, octave/preset buttons
• Pedal Inputs: 2 continuous (assignable)
• MIDI: DIN In/Out/Thru, USB Type B
• Audio Output: 2x 1/4” TRS line, 1x 1/4” TRS headphone
• Dimensions: 90 (H) × 310 (L) × 1060 (l) mm
• Weight: 9.5 kg
• Power Supply: External 12V DC, 1.5A
• Optional Accessories: Soft case with wheels (coming soon)

The Expressive E Osmose 61 is available now, priced at €1999 / $1999.