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Description
Launched in 2005 and still thriving, Podolski is a free and user-friendly virtual analog synthesizer that is gentle on CPU resources. This synthesizer features a single oscillator, a filter, an envelope, and an arpeggiator/sequencer. While its design is simple, it has several clever features that allow for the creation of high-quality sounds with minimal effort. Podolski serves as a streamlined version of FilterscapeVA, incorporating one oscillator, one filter, one envelope, and two LFOs, along with a Zebra-style arpeggiator/sequencer and built-in chorus and delay effects. Notably, it excels with its click parameter, which highlights the filter's attack, and its unique capability to morph smoothly between three waveforms through WaveWarp. The oscillator offers variable symmetry ranging from sawtooth to triangle and includes pulse-width modulation (PWM) and glide options. Additionally, the arpeggiator doubles as a 16-step sequencer, providing an extra modulation source for enhanced creativity. Users can select between ADSR or HDSR envelopes, with options for linear or exponential curves, while the sustain feature includes fall and rise controls for added versatility in sound shaping. Overall, Podolski combines simplicity with depth, making it an appealing tool for both beginners and experienced sound designers.
Description
Zebra Legacy is an all-encompassing synthesizer package created by u-he, featuring the acclaimed Zebra2 synthesizer, its ZebraHZ variant, and an extensive collection of sound sets, including The Dark Zebra, which collectively offers more than 4,300 presets. Renowned for its adaptability, Zebra2 includes four wavetable oscillators, four FM oscillators, and a variety of filters and modulation capabilities, earning it a prominent place among sound designers and composers, especially in the film industry. The ZebraHZ version, which was developed in partnership with composer Hans Zimmer, introduces enhanced functionalities like Diva filters and polyphonic compressors, which significantly improve its sound design potential. This comprehensive suite provides support for multiple formats, including VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, and CLAP, and it is compatible with various operating systems such as macOS, Windows, and Linux. Additionally, it contains NKS-ready presets designed for seamless integration with Native Instruments hardware. Notably, existing users of Zebra2 can upgrade to Zebra Legacy and enjoy all its features without any additional charge, making it an exceptional value for current fans of the software. The extensive library of presets allows for a diverse range of sounds, ensuring that musicians and producers can find inspiration for their projects.
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Has API
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Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
€99 one-time payment
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
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Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
u-he
Founded
2001
Country
Germany
Website
u-he.com/products/podolski/
Vendor Details
Company Name
u-he
Founded
2001
Country
Germany
Website
u-he.com/products/zebra-legacy/