Arturia SEM V V3 Synthesizer Virtual Instrument Plug-In, Electronic Download

A giant has come back to life. Oberheim's legendary SEM - Synthesizer Expander Module - is back for the first time as a high-end software emulation powered by Arturia's exclusive TAE technology. The SEM module was originally made to compliment other synthesizers but later came into its own as a great sounding synth. The unique filter that allowed continuously variable operation from low pass to high pass gave it a sound that no other had. When multiple SEM's were connected into a 4 or 8 voice polyphonic system, it became a thing of beauty. Analog masterpiece revisited Accurately recreating the tone, waveshapes, multimode 12dB/octave filter and other detailed characteristics, SEM V delivers all the deep analog sounds that made its grand ancestor so unique and praised. Our voice programmer mode allows you to recreate the sound of the huge and rare 8 Voice. Uber mine of sound The SEM is known as a bass and lead machine but our recreation extends it well beyond the original. it's sound pallet extends to moving 8 voice pads , acid arpeggios and even electronic percussion. Expanded Creativity While the SEM was a great synth, we wanted to make it even better. We added new innovations like the sub-oscillator for deep basses. A second LFO with more waveforms and the modulation matrix greatly expands the sonic capabilities of the SEM. Add to this the arpeggiator and Key Follow modulator and you get one super powered synth. A faithful reproduction The original SEM has particular characteristics for which it is loved by many musicians to this day. SEM V brings back the sound and special characteristics in an accurate virtual emulation. The SEM V modules have been faithfully modeled using TAE (True Analog Emulation), Arturia's proprietary technology that precisely models the behavior of analog circuits. And the results speak for themselves: SEM V is a stunningly accurate virtual instrument that delivers the same acoustic properties as the original. Oscillators Like all components of SEM V, we modeled the two oscillators with the utmost respect for the properties of the original circuit. They replicate the exact sawtooth and variable-width pulse waveforms present in the original. On a control level, the SEM V interface also duplicates the behavior of the dual-concentric knobs for coarse and fine tuning, with a right-click/drag activating the fine adjust mode (as it does for most parameters). Filter The 12dB/octave multimode filter is one of the most remarkable modules in the SEM. In many ways it helped define the sonic identity of Oberheim, because it shaped a diverse range of sounds that were almost impossible to get on other synthesizers. SEM V carefully models the four modes of the filter (low-pass, high-pass, notch and band-pass). Our commitment to recreating each detail means that you can either switch to band-pass mode or sweep through the other three modes simply by turning the knob clockwise. ADS Envelopes and Modulations The particular response of the ADS envelopes is accurately reproduced, as are the VCF mixer and all modulation knobs and switches, so you'll be able to nail any of the classic SEM tones. What we addedExtended functionality SEM V adds a few tricks to the original model that considerably increase the sonic possibilities and allow the demanding musician to push the boundaries of the Oberheim sound even farther:• Polyphony and 8 voice multitimbrality inspired by the 2-, 4- and 8-voice models• White Noise, to mix into your ethereal pads and FX sounds• Sub-oscillator with sawtooth and sine waves, for added growl and bottom end• A second LFO with sine, sawtooth and square waves for more complex modulations• High-quality, on-board effects: overdrive, stereo delay, stereo chorus• An arpeggiator, for instant basslines and inspiring melodic patterns• Portamento, to enable more expressive playing New Exclusive Modules SEM V also provides 3 innovative modules, each with a unique impact on the sound: Keyboard Follow With the intuitive Keyboard Follow module you can draw complex modulation curves easily. Up to 6 independent curves can be created, ensuring precise control of the sound from your MIDI keyboard. 8-Voice Programmer Inspired by the multitimbral capabilities of the 2-, 4- and 8-voice Oberheims, the 8-Voice Programmer is a powerful module with which you can make drastic edits on up to 8 SEM V voices. Unlike the repetitive manipulations on a hardware SEM, the graphic interface of the 8-Voice Programmer makes programming a breeze. Whether you want to play spectral pads or complex sequences, this module will allow you to achieve amazing sonic results in no time. Modulation Matrix The SEM V Modulation Matrix offers 8 simultaneous modulation routings which can send 8 different sources to more than 25 destinations. With its polyphonic capability, arpeggiator, 8-Voice Programmer, Modulation Matrix and effects, SEM V can create an incredible array of sounds while staying true to sonic character and simple interface of the SEM architecture. What you can do with SEM V SEM V is a powerful instrument capable of producing a wide range of warm analog sounds. Reproducing the unique SEM architecture with its oscillator sync, characteristic filter shape and specific envelope response, SEM V is able to generate the fat basses that have made the Oberheim brand so popular. Thanks to its simple and clever pitch bend and mod wheel routings, it's very easy to produce moving and lively leads. Its remarkable 12 dB/oct multimode filter is a real blast from the past and it's an awesome tool in the context of today's electronic music. This unique module can instantly tailor your sound to fat, crisp or spectral textures with every shade of nuance in-between. And there's more!The added polyphony and multitimbral capability will allow you to step into a world of deep pads, warm brass and complex sequences, features which were characteristic of the later 2-, 4- and 8-voice Oberheim synthesizers. Your SEM V module basically has the power of 8 SEMs! Thanks to the ergonomic 8-Voice Programmer module, setting each SEM voice is much faster than on hardware, leading to unique sonic results. Combined with the Keyboard Follow and the Modulation Matrix, the expressive capabilities of SEM V have gone far beyond the original. This ambient track showcases some deep SEM pads and a sequence that derives its crystalline sound from the notch position of the filter. The panning of each voice is unique courtesy of the 8-Voice Programmer, which results in a spacious effect typical of the 4- and 8-voice models. All sounds were produced by SEM V, including the percussion. Preset browser Our redesigned preset browser lets you quickly find just the sound you're looking for. Search by name or simply select the appropriate tags to dial in on the exact sonic character you're looking for. You can mark and recall your own favorites, enter comments and set up playlists. There's never been a more intuitive way to manage your library of designer and personal presets. Resizable GUI The user interfaces for all your Arturia instruments are now resizable, making it easy to work with any High Resolution screen, UHD or Retina. You can decide whether you want to fill the screen with awesome graphic reproductions of classic instrument goodness, scale the window down when you're working in a DAW and screen real estate is at a premium or even zoom for detailed work. Perfect integration However you play, perform or create, we've got you covered. We've made it as easy as possible to use and enjoy the instruments in V Collection 7. They intuitively map with the Arturia KeyLab range and play nicely with other MIDI controllers too. You can use them in standalone mode and in your preferred DAW. You can even play notes using your computer's keyboard when you're on the go!