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Helm
by Tytel
SynthesizersFreeSubtractiveDigital
Description
A polyphonic synthesizer with a clear interface and powerful modulation system. Includes filters, step sequencer, and various effects.
Helm is a free, cross-platform, polyphonic synthesizer plugin created by Tytel. It's designed for both beginners and experienced sound designers, offering a clear and intuitive interface alongside powerful sound shaping capabilities.
Main Features:
- Versatile Oscillators: Features dual oscillators with waveform shaping, sync, and cross-modulation.
- Sub Oscillator: Includes a dedicated sub oscillator for added low-end punch.
- Comprehensive Modulation: Offers a wide range of modulation options, including LFOs, envelopes, and a step sequencer.
- Intuitive Interface: Designed for ease of use, with clear visual feedback and logical control layout.
- Cross-Platform Compatibility: Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Free and Open Source: Helm is completely free to use and distribute, with its source code available on GitHub.
- Visual Feedback: Real-time visual representation of waveforms and modulation signals.
- Effects Section: Built-in effects including reverb, delay, distortion, and more.
- Step Sequencer: A versatile step sequencer for creating rhythmic and evolving sounds.
Technical Specifications:
- Plugin Format: VST, AU, LV2
- Platform Support: Windows (32/64 bit), macOS (Universal Binary), Linux (32/64 bit)
- Polyphony: Up to 32 voices
- Oscillators: 2 main oscillators + 1 sub oscillator
- LFOs: 2 LFOs with various waveforms and tempo sync
- Envelopes: 2 ADSR envelopes
- Effects: Reverb, Delay, Formant Filter, Distortion, Stutter
- Step Sequencer: 32 steps, tempo-synced
Use Cases:
Helm is suitable for a wide range of musical genres and sound design applications, including:
- Electronic Music Production: Creating leads, basses, pads, and other synth sounds for genres like EDM, techno, house, and more.
- Sound Design: Designing unique sound effects for games, film, and other media.
- Experimental Music: Exploring unconventional sounds and textures through its flexible modulation and effects.
- Learning Synthesis: Its intuitive interface makes it an excellent tool for learning the fundamentals of subtractive synthesis.
- Live Performance: Using the step sequencer and modulation options for real-time sound manipulation.
Download Helm for free at tytel.org/helm.