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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

Zebralette serves as our interpretation of a Trojan horse, offering a free synthesizer that showcases the remarkable oscillators of Zebra2. This enticing introduction might inspire you to explore Zebra2 further and consider an upgrade. If a single oscillator can produce such impressive sounds, envision the possibilities with four oscillators and the array of features that Zebra2 has to offer. Designed to ease you into Zebra2's complex interface, Zebralette simplifies the experience by focusing on just one oscillator along with a handful of essential features, earning it the nickname "the little Zebra." Once you have mastered Zebralette, transitioning to Zebra2 will feel effortless and assured. Notably, your presets from Zebralette can seamlessly transfer to Zebra2, enhancing your workflow. However, Zebralette is not merely a learning aid; it stands out as an exceptional synthesizer in its own right. By surrounding Zebra's spectral oscillator with fundamental modulation options and effects, Zebralette proves to be a powerful tool for sound design and creativity, making it a valuable addition to any musician's toolkit. The versatility it offers can ignite your imagination and push your sonic boundaries.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

ZebraCM

Integrations

ZebraCM

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

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/zebralette/

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Product Features

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