Mike Gazzaruso has released Emperor PolySynth for iOS, (previously desktop only), available for $29.99.
Create evolving pads, hypnotic sequences, expressive leads and complex basses. Two layers five synthesis engines, modular patching and immersive effects.
An instrument for sounds that keep unfolding.
Start with 287 factory presets, follow the guided tour, or build a sound from the ground up. Play standalone or use EMPEROR as an instrument in a compatible host.
Combine virtual analog, wavetable, FM, additive and phase distortion synthesis. Each layer has two main oscillators, a sub-oscillator and noise. Stack both layers or split them across the keyboard, learn the split point from a played note and assign morph to a controller.
Shape FM with 2-6 operators, eight algorithms, feedback, fixed frequencies or harmonic ratios, and individual operator envelopes. Play with up to 16 voices, mono and legato modes, plus three-voice unison.
Two filters per layer offer state-variable, transistor ladder, diode-inspired, comb and formant circuits, with serial or parallel routing.
Connect assignable sources and destinations through a 16-slot modulation matrix with interactive cables, Modulate synthesis and effect parameters. Each layer has a per-voice LFO and a global LFO, with classic shapes, sample & hold, smooth random and custom stepped waveforms. Sync, Retrigger and Follow Swing keep movement under your control.
An arpeggiator with six modes and up to four octaves meets a sequencer with up to 32 steps. Record step by step or in real time, then shape velocity, gate, probability, ratchets, ties, scales and playback direction. HOLD supports sustained playing and pattern performance.
Choose from 22 algorithms and place any effect in any of three slots. Explore chorus, ensemble, flanger, phaser, rotary, tremolo, ring modulation, stereo, tape and BBD delays, multitap, reverse and pitch-shifted echoes, Hall, Plate, Room, Shimmer and Dream Cloud reverbs, cassette lo-fi, bitcrushing, saturation and a tuned resonator.
Two filters per layer offer state-variable, transistor ladder, diode-inspired, comb and formant circuits, with serial or parallel routing.
Connect assignable sources and destinations through a 16-slot modulation matrix with interactive cables, Modulate synthesis and effect parameters. Each layer has a per-voice LFO and a global LFO, with classic shapes, sample & hold, smooth random and custom stepped waveforms. Sync, Retrigger and Follow Swing keep movement under your control.
MPE support adds per-note pressure, slide and pitch bend, alongside velocity, release velocity and mod wheel. Explore expressive factory patches with a compatible MPE controller, or play directly from the onscreen keyboard.
An arpeggiator with six modes and up to four octaves meets a sequencer with up to 32 steps. Record step by step or in real time, then shape velocity, gate, probability, ratchets, ties, scales and playback direction. HOLD supports sustained playing and pattern performance.
Choose from 22 algorithms and place any effect in any of three slots. Explore chorus, ensemble, flanger, phaser, rotary, tremolo, ring modulation, stereo, tape and BBD delays, multitap, reverse and pitch-shifted echoes, Hall, Plate, Room, Shimmer and Dream Cloud reverbs, cassette lo-fi, bitcrushing, saturation and a tuned resonator.
The Tweaks view reveals the circuitry beneath the panel. Adjust vintage tolerance, component wear and power-supply sag, then save that character with your preset.
Animated section views bring knobs, sliders, interactive displays and patch cables into focus, Browse factory sounds by category and save, recall or delete your own USER presets.
Emperor PolySynth is available to PC, Mac and iOS users (VST3, AU, AUv3 and standalone).
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