OSC 27: Free Alpha

Free Alpha by LinPlug is a subtractive virtual analog synth. It is cross platform and a feature reduced version of Alpha 3 with special attention being paid to recreating the warmth and feel typically found in early-1980s analog synthesizers. Its key features include an easy-to-use interface, fat, rich-sounding filters, as well as numerous processing and modulation options

• WIN / MAC - 32 and 64bit versions available

• Polyphony: 8 voices

  • Preset Memory: Unlimited (direct disk based)

  • Oscillators: 2 (Pitch, Amplitude and Symmetry modulateable)

  • Waveforms: 30 x 30

  • Filters: LP12, LP24, BP12, HP12

  • Envelopes: ADSFR for Amplitude and Cutoff (may be inverted)

  • LFO: 1 LFO, 6 Waveforms, Syncable to Tempo, Attack adjustable

  • Portamento/Glide: Mono & polyphonic Normal, Held and Auto-Bend (+- 48 semitones)

  • Mode with adjustable Time

  • Voice Limit: 1 to 8 voices

  • Precision: Yes, 90 (analog warmth) to 100% (digital cold)

  • MIDI Learn: Yes (ECS)

  • Chorus: Yes, adjustable Depth and Speed

  • Modulation Matrix: 7 slot, 17 sources, 14 destinations

  • Pitch Bend Range: Fixed 2 semitones