KarmaFX https://karmafx.net/ KarmaFX - Audio and Music Software - Virtual Instruments and Effects VST/AU for PC and Mac Summer Sale 2026! https://karmafx.net Sat, 11 Jul 2026 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 KarmaFX is thrilled to launch the annual Summer Sale, which means KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 just became a smoking-hot deal.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is jam-packed with some serious sound-modules, runs buttery-smooth on Apple Silicon, and speaks fluent VST3. Basically, it's the synth your patch cables have been dreaming about.

But don't just take our word for it! To quote a user:

" ...I just went WoW !! It really sounds so amazing. ... Thanks for such a great software. "

So once you are good and done on the beach, hop off the surfboard, swim to shore, grab a cold one, and get loud in the studio with some heavy-duty, mind-bending modular sounds. That is exactly how summer is supposed to be!

Grab your copy before the sun sets on this deal: https://karmafx.net/buy

Already own it? Nice! Registered users get this deal stacked on top of your existing upgrade discount.

Stay cool, stay loud, stay creative. Happy summer and good vibes from KarmaFX.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is Now on Sale at AudioPlugin.Deals! https://karmafx.net Mon, 25 May 2026 KarmaFX is excited to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is now officially on sale! Once again, we've teamed up with our friends at AudioPlugin.Deals to bring you an exclusive limited-time offer on our flagship modular synthesizer.

Starting today, you have 14 days to grab KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 at a special discounted price. This promotion is available exclusively through AudioPlugin.Deals, so don't miss your chance to add this powerful modular sound design environment to your setup.

Sale is live now - but only for a limited time!

Get it now: https://audioplugin.deals/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/



]]> New KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Demo Track Video https://karmafx.net Sun, 17 May 2026 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 in action.
This track runs entirely on 7 instances of KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02, with custom-tuned patches shaping every layer of the sound.

No heavy post-processing here - just a touch of compression and EQ to glue it together.
Everything you hear is the synth doing the work.

Watch the full video on YouTube, or here below:


]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Sale at Pluginomat! https://karmafx.net Tue, 31 Mar 2026 Pluginomat is back with an incredible deal on KarmaFX Synth Modular 2!
And perfect timing too! Level up your sound design just before the holidays.

Don't miss your chance to explore endless modular possibilities.
Sale starts today and lasts TWO WEEKS ONLY!

Your signature sound is just one click away.
Grab it now: https://pluginomat.com/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/ ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 New Years Sale at Pluginomat! https://karmafx.net Fri, 16 Jan 2026 To kick off 2026, Pluginomat is hosting a massive New Years Sale, bringing you a punchy discount on KarmaFX Synth Modular 2!

Sale starts today and runs for TWO WEEKS ONLY. So don't wait! Head over to Pluginomat.com and snag your favorites before the clock runs out!

KarmaFX wishes you an absolutely fantastic Modular New Year 2026!

Grab it here: https://pluginomat.com/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Black Friday Sale at Pluginomat! https://karmafx.net Fri, 21 Nov 2025 Pluginomat is hosting this years Black Friday Sale, bringing you a whopping discount on KarmaFX Synth Modular 2!

Don't miss this limited-time offer. Sale starts today and runs for TWO WEEKS ONLY. Please head on over and check out Pluginomat.com to take advantage while it lasts!

Pluginomat writes:

“ KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is an award-winning, highly flexible modular synthesizer and effect unit, offering endless sound design possibilities. Featuring advanced oscillators, multi-mode filters, and a wide range of effects, it supports multiple synthesis methods like granular and wavetable. With intuitive visual feedback, unlimited modulation options, and seamless MIDI integration (including MPE), it delivers pro-level sound quality. Available for Windows and macOS in VST2, VST3, and AU formats, this synth is perfect for both beginners and experts looking for creativity and control. ”

Grab it here: https://pluginomat.com/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/
EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 NOW ON SALE at VSTBuzz! https://karmafx.net Fri, 7 Nov 2025 Fri, 15 Nov 2025 Big news! KarmaFX has teamed up with VSTBuzz to bring you an exclusive, one-week-only deal on KarmaFX Synth Modular 2, starting today!

This is your chance to grab one of the most powerful and flexible modular synths out there, at an unbeatable price!
Thanks to VSTBuzz, this special offer is live for ONE WEEK ONLY, so don't miss it!

VSTBuzz writes:

“ KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 delivers superb sound quality and offers powerful modular flexibility while still being very easy to use. It is perfect for but not limited to the following music genres: EDM, Dubstep, Trance, House, Underscore ”

Get it now on VSTBuzz: https://vstbuzz.com/deals/80-off-synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/
EDIT: Sale has ended. ]]> Summer Sale 2025! https://karmafx.net Wed, 2 Jul 2025 Summer is heating up - and so are the deals! KarmaFX is thrilled to kick off our Annual Summer Sale, and that means KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is now available at a sizzling discount!

This discount is also offered to registered users that wish to upgrade, on top of their already discounted upgrade-price.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is jampacked with powerful features, supports VST3, runs natively on Apple Silicon, and is ready to supercharge your sound design. To quote a user:

“ The Best VST ...Love it 🤩😍🥰❤️ ”

Summer is the perfect time to unplug, escape the heat, and lose yourself in the world of modular sound exploration. So why not jump out of the pool, turn on the air-con, and dive headfirst into your next sonic adventure. Grab your copy right here: https://karmafx.net/buy

KarmaFX wishes everyone an amazing summer! Epic sounds, cool music, limitless creativity, and good vibes! ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 20 Year Anniversary ! https://karmafx.net Wed, 23 Apr 2025

April 23, 2025 marks a special milestone - the 20 year anniversary of the first public release of KarmaFX Synth Modular ! While development did start earlier, version 0.85 was the first official release, revealed to the public on April 23, 2005! From day one, KarmaFX Synth was built with a bold ambition: To be a synthesizer that could do it all. It combined subtractive, additive, wavetable, sample-based, and granular synthesis - all under one roof. Packed with powerful filters, effects, and modulation capabilities, it allowed any signal to modulate any knob, staying true to its modular nature.

Over the years, KarmaFX Synth Modular has earned its place in the spotlight:

  • Honorable mention in Future Music Magazine, July 2005.
  • Named Best Soft Synth by Computer Music Magazine, 2007.
  • Featured in the book "Becoming a Synthesizer Wizard" by Simon Cann, 2009.
  • Featured over 40 times in Computer Music Magazine's "Synth Essentials" column.
  • Received top ratings from KVR, Computer Music Magazine, BEAT, and MusicRadar, 2009.
  • Winner of the Technofile Silver Award, 2016.
  • Endorsed by legendary artists such as Bill Halsey (Cosmosis) and Chris Menzi (Wavetraxx).

Today, KarmaFX Synth Modular is more powerful than ever. The newly released version 2.02 is available for PC/Windows and Mac/OS X (Intel & Apple Silicon) in VST2, VST3, and Audio Unit formats. For KarmaFX, this journey has been an honor and a privilege. We're deeply grateful to the users, artists, and supporters who've been part of this evolving sonic adventure. In the future, KarmaFX hopes to continue to push the boundaries of creative sound design. If you want to support this journey, please become a registered user by purchasing your copy of KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 - or show your love by donating to the KarmaFX Plugin Pack. Here's to 20 years of sonic exploration - and the many more to come !

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is Back on Sale at AudioPlugin.Deals! https://karmafx.net Tue, 22 Apr 2025 KarmaFX is thrilled to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is officially on sale - our first deal of 2025, and it's a big one! Excited to bring this synth to even more creators - we have teamed up with our friends at AudioPlugin.Deals to bring you yet another exclusive offer!

Sale is now live, but only for a limited time! Starting today, you have just 14 days to grab KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 at a unique price. This deal is only available through AudioPlugin.Deals.

Here's what they have to say:

“ KarmaFX Synth Modular has just been updated to version 2.02 and is now an even better deal!
It supports VST3, runs natively on Apple Silicon and comes with a bunch of new features! ”

Don't miss out - grab the deal right here: https://audioplugin.deals/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/ EDIT: Sale has ended.



]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Update https://karmafx.net Sat, 15 Feb 2025 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 has been updated to build 464!

Update includes sound quality improvements. See full changelog below. Update should download automatically for all registered users. Alternatively, simply download manually using your original registration-links.

Special thanks and shout-out to the beta-testers and bug-reporters!
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Build 464 Changelog.
  • Bugfix: Osc1/Osc2 was aliasing at very high frequencies. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Disabled modulo of phase signal in Phase and Unison modules to fix noticable PM clicking with Osc1/Osc2 Triangle waveform.
  • Updated copyright to 2025.
  • Bumped sub-version to 2.025.
]]> X-Mas Sale 2024! https://karmafx.net Sat, 14 Dec 2024 The holiday season is upon us, and so is the KarmaFX X-Mas Sale! So fire up the sled and hold on to your reindeer and go for a wild ride into the land of modular synthesis with KarmaFX Synth Modular 2, now on sale for the rest of December!

It's not just any synth - it's a powerhouse of creative possibilities, now in its latest version 2.02. As a satisfied user puts it:

“ Synth Modular 2 is a masterpiece, I love it! ”

Whether you're crafting soundscapes or pushing the boundaries of modular synthesis, there's no better time to dive in than during the holidays. Unleash your creativity, kick back in the studio, and make this season your most musical yet!

Get your copy today: https://karmafx.net/buy EDIT: Sale has ended.

KarmaFX wishes everyone a Merry X-mas, a Happy Holiday and an absolutely fantastic Modular New Year 2025!
To show off the synth, check out this short demo track created using 7 instances of Synth Modular 2:



]]> Black Friday Sale 2024! https://karmafx.net Tue, 26 Nov 2024 KarmaFX is kicking off an exclusive BLACK FRIDAY SALE on KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 - starting today and lasting for one week only! If you've ever wanted to get your hands dirty, and dive deep into modular synthesis, now's the perfect time to do it for less.

With the recent 2.02 release, this powerful synth now supports VST3 and runs natively on Apple Silicon. Plus, it includes exciting new features: Stereo Modulation for richer soundscapes, Improved Unison for bigger, bolder tones, Analog Boost for that warm, vintage vibe, Punch for snappy, punchy amp-envelopes and Mod.Scaling for fat, crispy, ultra-smooth filter modulation.

Don't miss out on this limited-time offer. Grab your copy now and unleash your creativity!
Get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy
EDIT: Sale has ended. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Update https://karmafx.net Sun, 24 Nov 2024 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 has been updated to build 462!

Update includes sound improvements, GUI improvements and general bugfixes. See full changelog below. Update should download automatically for all registered users. Alternatively, please download manually using your registration-links.

Special thanks and shout-out to all beta-testers and bug-reporters!
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Build 462 Changelog.
  • Bugfix: Note-On/Off pairs were reading the wrong channel-data in VST3 only, causing invalid MPE input. Fixed. (Thanks Dan and Thomas!)
  • Bugfix: NotePitch: MPE code could internally Off the wrong channel on Note-Off, causing inconsistent aftertouch (0xD0). (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: NotePitch: Aftertouch (0xA0) is now only restored when released key is the currently active key for that voice. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Setting MPE PB Range through MIDI RPN 0 now handles cents too, but is ignored. Only semitones is used (OK according to spec.).
  • Bugfix: Noise module would not phase reset on trigger with "Cycle" (and "Trigger") turned on, nor when using Pink noise. Fixed. (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Bugfix: Comb filter was interpolating frequency over 256 samples, causing pitch-glides when playing notes with KybdTrk enabled. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!)
  • Bugfix: Comb/Allpass filters were only sampling first sample of frequency signal, thus missing up to 255 samples of pitch changes. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!)
  • Bugfix: Comb/Allpass filters stereo-modulation and stereo-adjustment of knobs did not work. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Comb/Allpass filters did not correctly handle frequency control signals with negative frequencies. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Phase Init in FM module could cause clicking on trigger in polyphonic and legato modes. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!)
  • Bugfix: FM module's internal modulation phase was not reset on transport start. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!)
  • Bugfix: Sampler's "SmpTrig" was not working. Fixed. (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Bugfix: Modulating Sampler's "Position" knob would trash its right-channel-output. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Frequency was inaccurate and Snap option was snapping incorrectly to semitones in Frequency and HFO modules. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Snap in Frequency module was incorrectly snapping Fine knob too. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: HFO module was updating frequency every sample (performance fix) and Snap was enabled by default. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Osc1 and Osc2 modules could cause noticable clicking artifacts when played at high frequencies with PM enabled. Fixed. (Thanks Jan!)
  • Bugfix: Reworked bandlimiting on phase reset in Osc1 and Osc2 modules.
  • Bugfix: Frequency was inaccurate and Snap option was snapping incorrectly to semitones in Frequency and HFO modules. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Snap in Frequency module was incorrectly snapping Fine knob too. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: HFO module was updating frequency every sample (performance fix) and Snap was enabled by default. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: LFO left and right stereo channels could run out of sync at high rates. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: HFO right channel was not phase-resynced when toggling stereo mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Reordered stereo channel processing for LFO, HFO, ADSR, S&H, Clock, EnvFollow and Shaper to fix stereo-parameter sync issue.
  • Bugfix: When changing Tempo signature, a (looping) Pattern and Step module would sometimes skip steps for a short time. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Snapped-frequency in HFO and Frequency modules would not show in display readout. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Pattern and Step module's Tempo 3/4 signature was really 1/3 and the actual 3/4 was missing. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Reworked reactivation of turned off notes in Pattern module GUI.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Added missing fast tempo signature 1/32 to Pattern and Step modules. (Thanks Richard!)
  • Bugfix,GUI: Copy/Paste in Step and Pattern modules did not work across modules nor across synth instances. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Step module's left-clicking fix from build 450 partly broke one-click turning-on of notes in Pattern module. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: "Shift Right" in Pad module Magnitude right-click-menu was not working, and "Shift Left" was shifting right. Fixed. (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Bugfix,GUI: "Normalize" in Pad module Magnitude right-click-menu was not working. Fixed. (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Bugfix,GUI: Clicking on any button in Sampler module could corrupt the module's interface. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: When Sampler's wave-display was collapsed, the "SmpTrig" label would intersect "Sample"-knob. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Snapped frequency in HFO and Frequency modules would not show in display readout. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Scale and Feedback knobs in Comb/Allpass filters were missing a floating-point readout. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Stereo settings were not retained when switching knob modes in Allpass, Comb and HFO modules. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI/Win32: Refixed 32-bit only fix from build 450, "Step and Pattern modules would show wrong pattern", due to rounding side-effects.
  • Bugfix,Win64: Turning on "Dist" and "HQ" in SoftClip module would crash the synth due to unaligned stack access on 64-bit PC/Windows. Fixed. (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Bugfix,Win64: After downloading update, VST3 plugin would fail to execute downloaded installer. Fixed. (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Bugfix,Win32/64: Downloading patch-banks would fail for VST2/VST3 when Core files were not placed next to plugin dlls. Fixed. (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Bugfix,Win32/64: After a failed attempt to install a patch-bank, the OK button in modal dialog would not close the dialog. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,Win32/64: Reworked internet download code for VST2/VST3 on PC/Windows to fix incomplete download problem.
  • Added FORCE_VERSION .ini debug keyword to make it possible to fake a different version number and thus force an auto-update.
  • Mac/OSX: Updated Developer ID Installer .pkg signing certificate on Mac/OSX.
  • Bumped sub-version to 2.024.
  • Updated PDF manual (Rev.0.48). (Thanks Ivano!)
  • Updated patches.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 On Sale at Pluginomat! https://karmafx.net Sun, 10 Oct 2024 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is now on sale over at Pluginomat.com. Once again, these guys are offering our flagship synth at a discount, so please head on over and check out their site . Sale starts today and is active for TWO WEEKS ONLY!

Pluginomat writes:
“ KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is an award-winning, highly flexible modular synthesizer and effect unit, offering endless sound design possibilities. Featuring advanced oscillators, multi-mode filters, and a wide range of effects, it supports multiple synthesis methods like granular and wavetable. With intuitive visual feedback, unlimited modulation options, and seamless MIDI integration (including MPE), it delivers pro-level sound quality. Available for Windows and macOS in VST2, VST3, and AU formats, this synth is perfect for both beginners and experts looking for creativity and control. ”

Grab it here: https://pluginomat.com/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/. EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Sale at AudioPlugin.Deals! https://karmafx.net Thu, 12 Sep 2024 This month KarmaFX has teamed up with Audioplugin.Deals and is happy to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 once again is on sale on their platform, 14 days only, starting today.

This is an exclusive deal, only made possible by the guys at audioplugin.deals.
Audio Plugin Deals writes:

“ KarmaFX Synth Modular has just been updated to version 2.02 and is now an even better deal! It supports VST3, runs natively on Apple Silicon and comes with a bunch of new features! ”

Grab it here: https://audioplugin.deals/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/. EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> Summer Sale 2024! https://karmafx.net Thu, 15 Aug 2024 This month KarmaFX will be hosting the annual SUMMER SALE! KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is now on sale until end of August! This discount is also offered to registered users that wish to upgrade, on top of their already discounted upgrade-price.

KarmaFX Synth Modular has just been updated to version 2.02 and is now an even better deal! It supports VST3, runs natively on Apple Silicon and comes with a bunch of new features! To quote a user:

“ Wow, you can have fun for days with this baby. Love it! ”

Summer is the perfect time to unplug, relax in the studio, and dive into the captivating world of modular sound exploration. Perhaps now's the time to hop out of the pool, soothe that sunburn, crank up the air-con, and dive into some hot studio fun. Sounds like a plan? Then go ahead and grab your copy right here: https://karmafx.net/buy

Enjoy! KarmaFX wishes everyone an awesome summer and a super creative holiday!

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Released https://karmafx.net Thu, 25 Jul 2024 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 KarmaFX is thrilled to announce the release of KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02!

This version introduces VST3 support and Apple Silicon support for Mac/OSX. New audio features include Stereo Modulation, Improved Unison, a new Parametric Allpass Filter, a Boost module that emulates an Analog Boost effect, and a Clock module that outputs a steady and optionally free-running clock-signal synced to DAW tempo. The release also contains important bug fixes, performance tweaks, and new and improved patches.

See the full changelog below.
The update will download automatically for all registered users.
Uninstalling any previous installation before installing the new version is recommended but not required.

Huge thanks and shout-out to the beta-testers and contributors! Special thanks to Jan for assistance with VST3 and Apple Silicon!
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Build 436 Changelog. [Release 25 Jul 2024]
  • Added VST3 plugins for PC/Windows and Mac/OSX using latest VST3 SDK 3.7.11, including support for MPE and MIDI-Learn.
  • Unison: Reworked and improved Unison module. Added Phase Spread, (frequency) Spread, reworked Stereo spread, and new Mix and Kybd Tracking parameters.
  • Unison: Added Exp(onential)/Lin(ear), Antiphase, AntiPhase LFO, Invert and (Detune) Anti-Phasing options to Unison module.
  • Unison: Split Unison's "Mode" into three parameters: A regular spread-mode, an octave-mode and a chord-mode.
  • Unison: Added "Super" mode to emulate the frequency-spread of Roland's JP8000 SuperSaw.
  • Unison: Added "Monitor" option to show current Unison spread-design in wave-display GUI.
  • Stereo Modulation: Modulation modules that now have stereo option to allow stereo modulation: LFO, ADSR, HFO, Decay, Shaper, Clock, EnvFollow and S&H.
  • Stereo Modulation: Parameter knob's that are stereo-capable now have a "Stereo" option added to right-click-menu for individual channel control.
  • Stereo Modulation: Modules that have stereo knobs: All filters, Delay, Distortion, Phaser, Folder, Boost, Maximizer and Amplifier.
  • Added "Punch" to Amplifier module, to exaggerate or diminish positive amplification of Bipolar envelope modulation.
  • Added "Power Gain" option to Amp knob in Amplifier module, resulting in a non-linear gain curve, where a setting of 0.5 yields -3dB as opposed to -6dB.
  • Added "Clock" modulator module that outputs a steady and (optionally) free-running, digital, saw or pulse signal based on DAWs PPQ time.
  • Added "Boost" effect module that emulates the "Analog Boost" effect found in the Access Virus synth.
  • Modulation-phase-offsets are now treated separate from audio-phase-offsets. Added "Enable Phase Offset" knob-option to LFO Phase etc.
  • Selecting a Pattern/Step module's preset, now doesn't change the number of Steps of the currently active pattern.
  • Added Expression option to all "Mod" knobs, so modulation/envelope amount can be velocity/timbre controlled.
  • Added Pattern parameter to Step module with 8 available pattern slots + added "Copy" and "Paste" buttons to GUI.
  • Scope module now has sync to "Clock" option, which syncs scope to DAWs incoming PPQ time.
  • Added a "12 Octaves" range option to Freq knob for all Generators.
  • Added "Unity Gain" option to Shaper module, so lookup is passed-through instead of being halved and later multiplied by 2.
  • Added "Mod Link" option to Cutoff knob in all filters, that links Mod value to Cutoff with a 0% (default) to 100% setting.
  • Added Allpass filter to Parametric-filter module.
  • Default parameter modulation mode is now "Linear" instead of "Range-Scaled".
  • Added amplification Range option to Out parameter in ADSR module: 1 or 2. Default range is 2 (unchanged).
  • CPU: Expression now has a fast-code-path optimization, when no MIDI expression is processed.
  • GUI: Pattern/Step module's preset-menu now shows a checkmark next to the currently selected preset.
  • GUI: Shaper module's display can now be expanded to ease editing.
  • GUI: Added "Save Sample..." option to Sampler/Granular module's right-click menu, that saves selected sample as .wav file.
  • GUI: Moved Sampler/Granular module's "Crossfade Sustain" option into right-click-menu for sample editing. Now simply named "Crossfade".
  • GUI: Reworked Shift double-click in Sampler/Granular, so clicking inside sustain markers marks sustain area and otherwise entire sample is marked.
  • GUI: Added random history: Holding Shift while clicking Random or Shuffle in Pattern/Step modules will now undo last random/shuffle.
  • GUI: Added Pattern Semitone +1/-1 items to right-click-menu in Pattern module.
  • GUI: Reworked Envelope module's default-preset to have a standard ADSR style envelope and have Sustain enabled by default.
  • GUI: Pattern module's note-pattern can now be exported to MIDI (.mid), by right clicking and choosing "Export MIDI...".
  • GUI: Drop-Shadows in GUI are now animated when moving modules.
  • GUI: To reset EQ bars to default in EQ31, now simply use right mouse button.
  • Mac/OSX: Added Apple Silicon support on Mac/OSX 64 bit: arm64 M1/M2/M3.
  • Mac/OSX: Upgraded to latest Audio Unit SDK 1.2.0 on Mac/OSX 64 bit.
  • Mac/OSX: Removed libz dependency on Mac/OSX 64 bit.
  • Win32/64: Added support for reading core install path from Registry, so plugin still loads if the VST2/VST3 .dll is moved to a different folder.
  • Win32/64: Reworked Windows installer to allow for installation of KarmaFX Synth Core, VST2 and VST3 into 3 different folders.
  • Win32/64: PC/Windows Installer now remembers previous installation paths.
  • Bugfix: Feedback knob in FM module would not work in polyphonic mode, except for voice 0. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!)
  • Bugfix: Potential crash issue when receiving MIDI events while closing GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Modulating "Width" in Chorus module could cause overflow, due to read out-of-bounds. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: MIDI was not correctly processed in FM module, if any knobs in the advanced section were modulated. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Loading .wav files with datasize larger than a multiple of their blocksize (faulty blockalign) could trash bytes in memory. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Modulating resonance in SKF filter could result in high resonance near 0 due to missing clamp to 0. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Very low rate interpolation could cause certain parameters to not update, e.g. in Formant filter. Issue introduced in v2.01. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: (fine)Tune knob in NotePitch module was incorrectly divided by 12 semitones. Issue introduced in v2.01. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Changing Folder module's "Stages" parameter to max via Control Panel could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Changing Parametric module's "Type" parameter to max via Control Panel knob could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Parameter "Modulation Mode" was not retained when switching between Resonant Multimode Filters. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Control-panel-parameter's Min/Max settings were not retained when switching filters. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Twisting "Order" knob clockwise in Parametric EQ could cause audible clicks. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: FM module would not output modulation-signals (when used as modulator) without having an input module. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!).
  • Bugfix: Antialiasing code in FM module could cause weird ramped modulation at high frequencies. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!).
  • Bugfix: Synth would crash while changing a control-panel-controlled parameter, when control-panel was hidden. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: MPE channel data could read/write out of bounds. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Synth could crash when switching patches without an open GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Rewrote thread interlocked code for loading/saving patches to make it more robust.
  • Bugfix: SubPatch module's constructor was erroneously run twice. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: VST2 Loading a patch on PC saved on Mac and vice versa would fail due to header size difference in 64 bit. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Some patches would make a short click on init since ADSR was initialized to 0 with ramp enabled. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Amplifier module's amp-level was uninitialized for polyphonic voices. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Mutex lock when editing patch wasn't blocking audio-thread. Potential fix for deadlock seen on Mac/OSX. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Mod.Scale on Tune knob in NotePitch module was not working. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: MIDI pitchbend would be applied twice when Notepitch module (with "Enable Pitchbend") was receiving control-signal from another Controller.Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Pattern module arpeggiator could get stuck on fixed octave when switching "Arp Mode" ON to OFF. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Pattern module was not allowing MIDI control to pass through, such as Pitchbend and ModWheel. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Phase in HFO module was erroneously multiplied by two for any other waveform than Sine (Tri, Sqaure, Saw, Ramp). Fixed.
  • Bugfix,CPU: Amplifier module was getting input from silent voice-sources in polyphonic mode. Performance fix. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix,GUI: AutoTranspose in Pattern module was not considered correctly when showing note-names in pattern-display GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Turning notes on/off in Pattern module could inadvertently also change note-values. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Wires were not updated correctly when switching Kybd tracking mode in Comb and Allpass filters, and "Freq" knob was modulated. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Position display always showed "0ms" when editing markers in Envelope module GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Trailmarker in Scope module display would still animate in Freeze mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Wave display in Scope module would update offset on MIDI note-on in Freeze mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Phase module HQ and NEG LEDs were not aligned properly in GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Custom module mode settings like "expanded mode" were sticky, but are now reset when switching to a different module.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Adding a new modulator using the "New" menu after a module Swap operation, made the module show up below the old module's position. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: When automating a parameter while changing another parameter in the same module inside the synth, module's display text would flicker. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: GUI was dirtyfying too many GUI-elements, redrawing already cached GUI content. Performance fix.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Ctrl-clicking inside Stick displays (Additive, Step, EQ, etc.) could cause mouse to be captured indefinitely. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: When pressing left mouse close to the border of a note bar in the Pattern module would not always allow for dragging that bar. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Holding right mouse button while dragging to reset bars in Additive/Pad modules was not working. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix,GUI: Attempt at fixing reported rare sticky mouse issue with double clicked module headers. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix,GUI: Mouse Capture could in rare cases be issued twice on PC/Windows without Release. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Errors when loading patchbank .zip files now shows an error message-box instead of silently failing.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Bumped spinwait count on Mutex-lock to avoid Sleep.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Decay modules "Loop" parameter was not showing a synced readout in display when Sync was on. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix,GUI: Shaper module "Slope" would not reflect correctly in curve-display when reloading patch or preset. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Compressor's Gain parameter was showing up to 40dB makeup-gain when in fact is was only 20dB. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Audio Unit Bypass-Effect property did not result in Suspend/Resume calls on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Bundle name of KarmaFX Synth Core framework on Mac/OSX was incorrect. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Added mutex to Audio Unit 64-bit to survive property save/load stress-test in Mac/OSX auvaltool.
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Stack overflow issue when saving / loading patches on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Properties dialog's Multi-line input field would make newlines using Ctrl-Enter and Enter would select all text. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Single-line input fields in all dialogs allowed newlines. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,Win32/64: File filters in File Dialogs could point to uninitialized memory through a non-null-terminated string. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,Win32/64: Reading patchbank .zip files could fail due to missing drive letter in path. Fixed. (Thanks Bill!).
  • Bugfix,Win32/64: Internet downloads could fail for HTTP response headers without "content-length". Fixed.
  • Bugfix,DEMO: Demo could instantly time-out if Update was called by host during modal demo-dialog. Fixed.
  • DOC: Updated PDF manual (Rev.0.46).
  • Updated default patches + updated Stash bank with a few extra patches.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Build 443 Changelog. [Update 12 Aug 2024]
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Synth would fail to load on older versions of OS X, since minOS was set to 11.0 for x86. Fixed. Now set to 10.9. (Thanks Clifton!)
  • Bugfix,Mac/OSX: Auto-update would try to download the 32-bit version instead of 64-bit on Apple Silicon only. Fixed. (Thanks Michael!)
  • Bugfix,Win32/64: Registry now uses HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE instead of HKEY_CURRENT_USER to fix install issue on multi-user systems. (Thanks Koshdukai!)
  • Bugfix: Step module's "Steptime" and "Slope" would not get set correctly when reloading patch or preset. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Unison module now correctly defaults to "Linear" detune (as stated in the manual).
  • Bugfix: Unison Phase and LFO spread's were stereo-spreading incorrectly in "symmetric", "mirror" and "super" modes. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Unison Phase spread was missing a range option to optionally reach full positive and negative phase cycle. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Reworked Unison's Antiphase LFO option.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Saving a patch or preset could fail without giving an error message. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Replace->Bypass would not retain wire-volumes correctly. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Replace->Bypass would not retain wire connection for parameter-modulating modules. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Replace->Bypass on module with recursive connection could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Swap Forward/Backward now removes any invalid recursive connections.
  • Bumped sub-version to 2.022.
  • Updated patches.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 Build 450 Changelog. [Update 10 Sep 2024]
  • Bugfix: MIDI Channel Pressure (0xD0) was mapped to Polyphonic Key Pressure (0xA0) in VST3 only. Fixed. (Thanks Koshdukai and Mark!)
  • Bugfix: Polyphonic Aftertouch (0xA0) Polyphonic Key Pressure (PolyAT) was broken in Core since version 2.01. Fixed. (Thanks Koshdukai!)
  • Bugfix: NotePitch: Aftertouch (0xA0) for non-held keys and voice-stolen keys are now recorded but made inactive to avoid same-voice-events. (Thanks Koshdukai!)
  • Bugfix: NotePitch: Aftertouch (0xA0) is now restored on Note-Off when voice-stealing reverts to a held key assigned to the same voice.
  • Bugfix: NotePitch: MPE Channel Pressure (0xD0) was not processed correctly. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: NotePitch: MPE Channel Pressure (0xD0) for non-held keys and voice-stolen keys are now recorded but made inactive to avoid same-voice-events.
  • Bugfix: NotePitch: MPE Channel Pressure (0xD0) is now restored on Note-Off when voice-stealing reverts to a held key assigned to the same voice.
  • Bugfix: Aftertouch (0xA0) is now reset to zero on Note-On for parameter Expression and in MidiData module.
  • Bugfix: Amplifier Performance fix from Build 427 broke MIDI processing for "silent" voices making it miss important Note-On triggers. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Modules with separate knob for right channel (Phaser, Chorus, Stereo) now correctly use right channel Mod. when stereo-modulated.
  • Bugfix: "Random Poly Phase" was enabled by default in LFO and HFO modules. Fixed. Now disabled.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Modulation view in Osc1 and Osc2 modules was not working. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Modulation view would show non-clipped modulation as clipped. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Clicking "Paste" in Step module without first clicking "Copy" would write trash to step buffer and cause instant Overflow. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Switching patch or clicking on any button in SubPatch module could still corrupt the module's interface. Re-Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Patch menu in SubPatch module was unnecessarily updated every frame. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Step highlight fade-out in Step and Pattern modules would not update when GUI was hidden, so would highlight all steps when re-shown. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Step module's Min and Max parameters were not displaying a MIDI-key readout. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: "Tap" and "Record" in Pattern module would not highlight notes when added. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Automation changes to Pattern module's "Steps" parameter would not update display when "Range" mode was selected. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: In Step module, left clicking on a step-bar's bottom-most row of pixels would switch to an invalid slope. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI: Debug View would show duplicate or corrupt events in "Midi Info" tab. Fixed.
  • Bugfix,GUI/Win32: Step and Pattern modules could show wrong pattern when changed via control panel, due to rounding difference in 32-bit version only. Fixed.
  • Bumped sub-version to 2.023.
  • Updated patches.
]]> Apple Silicon Support in KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02! https://karmafx.net Mon, 29 Apr 2024 KarmaFX is excited to announce that the upcoming KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 will be taking yet another bite of the Apple, and embrace Apple Silicon support! With this update, the software will feature 64-bit arm64 VST2, VST3 and Audio Unit plug-ins, compiled as fat binary, and included in the same Mac/OSX installer as the Intel version. This ensures compatibility and optimized performance for Apple M1 and M2 devices. Hence, Apple Silicon users can finally forget about Rosetta, and enjoy lightning-fast, native performance on their Mac devices.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 is currently in BETA, and soon to be released. If you're a Registered User feeling adventurous and eager to explore the latest updates, please get in touch via email to try out the BETA. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 On Sale at Pluginomat! https://karmafx.net Sun, 12 Apr 2024 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is now on sale over at Pluginomat.com. Once more, these guys are offering our flagship synth at a discount, so please head on over and check out their site . Sale starts today and is active for TWO WEEKS ONLY!

Pluginomat writes:
“ KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is an advanced and highly flexible Simulated Analog Modular Synthesizer and Effect Unit. A fully modular sound package that has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as VST/AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. ”

Grab it here: https://pluginomat.com/product/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/. EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> VST3 and KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 BETA Announcement! https://karmafx.net Sun, 3 Mar 2024 Happy 3.03 day! And what a day to announce that the highly anticipated KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 is now available in open BETA! This release brings forth numerous new features and enhancements, including the much-awaited VST3 support. KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.02 BETA is available for both PC/Windows and Mac/OSX in 64-bit architecture right now!

VST3 offers improved audio quality, enhanced MIDI capabilities, and more efficient CPU usage compared to VST2, resulting in better performance and compatibility with modern digital audio workstations. And of course, VST2 is still supported too.

If you're a Registered User feeling adventurous and eager to explore the latest updates, please get in touch via email. Upon contact, you will receive your BETA download link along with the comprehensive changelog. KarmaFX is particularly keen on engaging users who are enthusiastic about rigorously testing the VST3 support and MIDI/MPE functionality. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Sale at AudioPlugin.Deals! https://karmafx.net Mon, 22 Jan 2024 To kick off 2024, KarmaFX has teamed up with Audioplugin.Deals and is happy to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 once again is on sale on their platform, 2 weeks only, starting today.

This is an exclusive deal, only made possible by the guys at audioplugin.deals. A great synth at a great price! As Audio Plugin Deals writes:

“ DON'T MISS THIS AMAZING DEAL! ”

Grab it here: https://audioplugin.deals/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/ EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> X-Mas Sale 2023! https://karmafx.net Sat, 16 Dec 2023 We're a little late to the party. But X-mas is here, and with that the annual and better-late-than-never KarmaFX X-Mas Sale! KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is on sale for the rest of December!

As always, the holiday is the perfect time to kick back in the studio and let your creative juices flow. Grab your license right here: https://karmafx.net/buy

KarmaFX wishes everyone a Merry X-mas, a Happy Holiday and an absolutely fantastic Modular New Year 2024!


]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Pluginomat Black Friday Sale! https://karmafx.net Mon, 20 Nov 2023 The guys over at Pluginomat.com are hosting a 14-days BLACK FRIDAY SALE of KarmaFX Synth Modular 2, starting today! So what are you waiting for?! Grab it while it's hot!

Get it here: https://pluginomat.com/product/synth-modular-2-by-karma-fx/ EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Halloween Sale! https://karmafx.net Thu, 19 Oct 2023 We're kicking off this years autumn season with an exciting Halloween Sale! W. A. Production is offering a limited-time, two-week-only sale of KarmaFX Synth Modular 2, starting today!

Check out their awesome video review: Award-winning Synthesizer and Effect Unit (Must Try!), and user-comments on their site:

“ Wow, you can have fun for days with this baby. Love it! ”

Grab it here: https://www.waproduction.com/plugins/view/modular-2 EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Now On Sale at Pluginomat! https://karmafx.net Sun, 10 Sep 2023 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is now on sale over at Pluginomat.com. For the very first time, they are offering our flagship synth at a huge discount, so please head on over and check out their site. Sale goes live today and is active for TWO WEEKS ONLY!

Pluginomat writes:
“ ...Our goal is to help you create high-quality music with ease and efficiency. That's why we work tirelessly to find the best deals on plugins, presets, loops, and all kinds of audio tools that can make your music production faster, easier, and of the highest quality. ... We believe that every music producer deserves access to the best tools available, which is why we offer a range of products at unbeatable prices. Our deals only last for two weeks, so be sure to take advantage of them while you can!... ”

Grab it here: https://pluginomat.com/product/synth-modular-2-by-karma-fx/. EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 awarded at DAFx23 https://karmafx.net Thu, 7 Sep 2023 KarmaFX was delighted to participate as both attendee and sponsor, providing prizes for this year's Digital Audio Effects Conference (DAFx23), which took place at Aalborg University in Copenhagen, Denmark, 4th - 7th September. During the awards ceremony, KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 was awarded to the recipients of the Best Paper Award and the Best Karaoke Award. Congratulations to the award winners!

It was truly an exciting conference, showcasing numerous high-quality papers on digital audio effects, thanks to the contributing innovative and enthusiastic researchers from all around the globe. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the organizers and all attendees for their efforts in making DAFx23 a reality. ]]> Summer Sale 2023! https://karmafx.net Thu, 3 Aug 2023 This month KarmaFX will be hosting the annual SUMMER SALE! KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is now on sale until end of August! This discount is also offered to registered users that wish to upgrade, on top of their already discounted upgrade-price.

Pretty awesome synth! To quote a user:

“ Best modular synth plugin I have ever used. Sounds great, and easy to use... ”

Summer is the perfect time to unplug, kick back in the studio, and immerse yourself in the captivating world of modular sound exploration. Sounds like a fantastic deal?! Then go ahead and grab your copy right here: https://karmafx.net/buy

Have a blast! KarmaFX wishes everyone an awesome summer and a super productive holiday! EDIT: Sale has ended. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Now On Sale at W. A. Production! https://karmafx.net Thu, 22 Jun 2023 Starting today, W. A. Production is kicking this summer off to a great start with a TWO WEEKS ONLY sale of KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 !

Check out their awesome video review: Award-winning Synthesizer and Effect Unit (Must Try!), and the user-comments on their site:

“ Best modular synth plugin I have ever used. Sounds great, and easy to use... ”

“ ...The synth is incredibly versatile and can produce some amazing sounds. It is well worth the cost even if you only use the presets. It is also an excellent effects rack that can be set up and reused for any sound source. ”

Go grab it here: https://www.waproduction.com/plugins/view/modular-2 EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Now on VSTBuzz! https://karmafx.net Wed, 10 May 2023 This month KarmaFX has teamed up with VSTBuzz and is proud to say that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 now is on sale on their platform TWO WEEKS ONLY, starting today! This is an exciting offer, exclusively made possible by VSTBuzz. Check out their extensive presentation and grab the offer off their site. VSTBuzz writes:

“ Like a true modular, KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 consists of modules that can process audio and control signals and be patched into other modules. Needless to say, this offers far more versatility than a fixed path synthesizer that only allows you to adjust predefined knobs... delivers superb sound quality and offers powerful modular flexibility while still being very easy to use. It is perfect for but not limited to the following music genres: EDM, Dubstep,Trance, House and Underscore. ”

About VSTBuzz:

“ At VSTBuzz, we pride ourselves on being able to find the best music software out there, and providing it to you at exceptional prices. We're composers and producers ourselves and know exactly how difficult it can be to find new software, as well as afford all of the software you want each year. ...Founded in 2013, we've run a whole host of deals on incredible software... All of our subscribers get access to exclusive perks and freebies, as well as incredible competitions and much, much more! ”

Get it here: https://vstbuzz.com/deals/78-off-synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/ EDIT: Deal expired.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 on AudioPlugin.Deals! https://karmafx.net Mon, 13 Mar 2023 KarmaFX has once again teamed up with Audioplugin.Deals and is happy to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 now is on sale on their platform, 2 weeks only, starting today.
This is an exclusive deal, only made possible by the guys at audioplugin.deals.

Audio Plugin Deals write:

“ ...for a limited time only, don't miss out!...get Synth Modular 2, an advanced and highly flexible simulated analog modular synthesizer and effect unit by KarmaFX! ”

Grab it here: https://audioplugin.deals/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/ EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> X-Mas Sale 2022! https://karmafx.net Thu, 1 Dec 2022 Boom Shakalaka! X-mas is here, and with that the annual KarmaFX X-Mas Sale! So warm up Rudolph and hold on to your fluffy Christmas-hats, because KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is on sale all of December! Pretty awesome synth! To quote a user:

“ Best eva go to synth...just buy it! ”

The holiday is the perfect time to kick back in the studio and let your creativity run amok. If you think that sounds like a good deal, then go ahead and grab your license right here: https://karmafx.net/buy

KarmaFX wishes everyone a Merry X-mas, a Happy Holiday and an absolutely fantastic Modular New Year 2023! Peace and may the music flow your way! ]]> Black Friday Sale 2022! https://karmafx.net Mon, 21 Nov 2022 KarmaFX is having another BLACK FRIDAY SALE on KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 ALL WEEK, starting November 21st.

KarmaFX Synth offers a fresh take on Modular Synthesis. Its true Through-Zero-Frequency, Bandlimited Oscillators with Pulsewidth, Phase and Frequency Modulation, and exclusive Synced Exponential FM offers a unique sound. It also features Multi-Sample-, Wavetable-, Pad- and Granular-Synthesis, not to mention a great collection of Virtual Analog Multi-Mode Filters, Parametric Filters, Graphical Equalizers, and a wide range of effects: Distortion, Delay, Chorus/Flange, Reverb, Folder, Phaser, Limiter, Maximizer plus Single- and Multi-Band Compression.

With True Audio-Rate-Modulation any knob can be modulated by any modulation source, giving you full control using LFOs, ADSRs, HFOs, Step sequencers, Envelopes or even audio modules or external inputs. All signals in KarmaFX Synth are shown visually for every module, making it not just easier and more intuitive to work with, but also an excellent learning tool. It features full MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) support, including Pitchbend (with adjustable PB range), Velocity, Timbre and Aftertouch. A comprehensive 120+ page User's Manual and tons of bundled patches make it easy to get started producing your own unique sounds. Intuitive and fully skinnable GUI with bundled skins supporting HiDPI/Retina GUI scaling up to 200%. It is available as VST & AU for PC & Mac, can work both as Synth and Effect, and supports SubPatches, meaning that the number of simultaneously running modules supported per patch is practically unlimited.

Grab it here: https://karmafx.net/buy ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Now On Sale at W. A. Production! https://karmafx.net Fri, 23 Sep 2022 This fall KarmaFX has proudly teamed up with W. A. Production and is happy to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 now is on sale on their platform TWO WEEKS ONLY, starting today!

This is an exciting offer, exclusively made possible by the guys at W. A. Production. Check out their cool video review: Award-winning Synthesizer and Effect Unit (Must Try!), read more and grab the demo on their site: https://waproduction.com/

About W. A. Production:

“ W. A. Production was founded in 2014 to provide electronic music producers of all kinds with the tools they need to make their best music possible without breaking the bank. Beginning by offering professional-quality audio samples, W. A. Production has since grown into a globally-recognized developer of Audio Plugins, DAW Templates, Music Production Courses, and more. W. A. Production also prides itself on top-quality human-to-human customer support. Ensuring a positive customer experience is W. A.'s number one priority, and the team works hard to prevent and rectify any issues that customers may experience. ”

Get it here: https://www.waproduction.com/plugins/view/modular-2

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Summer Sale at AudioPlugin.Deals! https://karmafx.net Mon, 8 Aug 2022 Due to popular demand, KarmaFX has once again teamed up with Audioplugin.Deals and is happy to say that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 now is on sale on their platform TWO WEEKS ONLY, starting today.

This is a major deal, only made possible by the guys at audioplugin.deals. Grab it while it's hot!

Audio Plugin Deals writes:

“ ADVANCED AND HIGHLY FLEXIBLE!... DON'T MISS THIS AMAZING DEAL!... NO-BRAINER ALERT! AN INSANE VALUE FOR SUCH A COMPLETE SOLUTION ”

Get it here: https://audioplugin.deals/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/ EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> Summer Sale 2022 https://karmafx.net Fri, 1 Jul 2022 Finally, Summer! Time to turn into your local beach-bum, chillax and catch some sun, drink cold drinks, go swimming, surfing or just hang out on the beach or sit in the shade. Perhaps now is the perfect time to spend those cozy summer evenings getting back into music and twist and turn those knobs in the studio. KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is on SALE all of July. KarmaFX wishes everyone an amazing summer and a fantastic, productive holiday!

KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is a fully modular sound package that has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as VST/AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. Check out the announcement video here, read more about it here and get it here.


]]> UZ Remix Contest ! https://karmafx.net Thu, 26 May 2022 Once again, KarmaFX has teamed up with KREASOUND and is proudly sponsoring the UZ REMIX CONTEST, offering some cool prizes, including KarmaFX Synth Modular 2!

KREASOUND writes:
“ In partnership with Quality Goods records and Artists & Relations we are giving the chance to producers from all over the world to remix an awesome collaboration between UZ, ELK and Chris Dogzout "Pressure feat. SoloSam" - Winners will walk away with 5000$ worth of prizes + an official release on Quality Goods Records! ”

Check out the track and all the cool prizes here.


]]> SEBJIN Remix Contest ! https://karmafx.net Wed, 16 Mar 2022 KarmaFX has teamed up with KREASOUND and is proudly sponsoring SEBJIN REMIX CONTEST, offering some really cool prizes, including KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 as 1st place prize.

KREASOUND writes:
“ In partnership with Quality Goods records and Artists & Relations we are giving the chance to producers from all over the world to remix Sebjin next single "Ring feat. Mars 88" and win more than $4,500 US worth of prizes from our partners! ”

Competition ends on April 14th, 2022. Have a listen to Ring feat. Mars 88, download stems and check out all the cool prizes here.



]]> Pegboard Nerds Collab Contest ! https://karmafx.net Sun, 13 Mar 2022 KarmaFX is proudly sponsoring PEGBOARD NERDS COLLABORATION CONTEST, offering some really wicked prizes, including KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.

Pegboard Nerds has teamed up with Monstercat and Artists & Relations giving the chance to producers from all over the world to collaborate with them on a track and win the opportunity to be released on Monstercat while winning awesome prizes.

Competition ends on April 2nd, 2022. Please spread the word, have a listen to the track here, download stems and check out the prizes here.


]]> KVR MPE Month Sale! https://karmafx.net Tue, 1 Mar 2022 This month is MPE Month over on KVR Audio and KarmaFX has teamed up with KVR to host a special KVR-MPE-Month-Sale of KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 all through-out March.

MIDI Polyphonic Expression, or MPE for short, is the biggest change in electronic sound since the invention of the synthesizer. It enables adjustment of Pitch, and other types of Expressive control, continuously for each individual note. This gives much greater MIDI control, both for editing, and for playing MPE instruments like the ROLI Seaboard.

Support for MPE was added to KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 last year, and it has since been added to the official ROLI Compatible synths, DAWs and instruments page under Software synthesizers compatible with MPE. You can read more about how to setup and use it here.

KVR writes:
“ March is MPE month at KVR, and to celebrate, we've partnered with top brands ...to provide a handful of lucky winners with some of the best MPE enabled tools available ...Don't miss out. ”

For more MPE awareness, KarmaFX wants to help KVR Audio celebrate the innovation and creativity behind it with this years MPE Month.
Grab it here or here: https://karmafx.net/buy

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 on AudioPlugin.Deals! https://karmafx.net Tue, 15 Feb 2022 This month KarmaFX has teamed up with Audioplugin.Deals and is happy to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 now is on sale on their platform, 2 weeks only, starting today.

This is a major, one-time-only deal, only made possible by the guys at audioplugin.deals.

Audio Plugin Deals write:

“ DON'T MISS THIS AMAZING DEAL!...get Synth Modular 2, an advanced and highly flexible simulated analog modular synthesizer and effect unit by KarmaFX! Its amazing visual and highly intuitive user interface lets you modulate just about any knob or slider by any control signal - making the soundscape possibilities almost endless. The internal high-frequency digital simulation of analog voltage levels produces a sound quality that rivals even expensive hardware synthesizers. ”

Grab it here: https://audioplugin.deals/synth-modular-2-by-karmafx/ EDIT: Sale has ended.

]]> New KarmaFX Patches and demo-tune Banger by Lektrique! https://karmafx.net Tue, 1 Feb 2022 KarmaFX is proud to announce that Lektrique has shared 10 of his carefully hand-crafted KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 patches. These patches are now available for download inside the synth in a freshly added Lektrique patch-bank, free for all registered users!

Lektrique is an electronic music producer from Belgium that has gained reputation as an excellent producer, a tastemaker with an ear for groundbreaking original sounds and a high energy & technical DJ. He started DJing local parties at age 15 and quickly fell in love with the European electro scene. In 2011, he relocated to Montreal, Canada where he linked up with Kannibalen Records.

Lektrique writes:

“ KarmaFX's Modular Synth 2 is an incredible sonic adventure. I had such a great time exploring all the different modules and ways to connect them to make something interesting and new. It's intuitive and quick, which is very rare for instruments of this nature. Can't wait to see future updates and expansions. ”

The crafted patches range from acid lead-, pluck- and bass/wobble-sounds to organic sweeps, and include detailed descriptions of use-cases and ways to operate. Check them out and this banger of a Lektrique KarmaFX Patches Demo and have a listen to his music on Soundcloud.

Lektrique KarmaFX Patches Demo:
]]> X-Mas Sale 2021! https://karmafx.net Thu, 2 Dec 2021 Yep. It's that time of year again. So saddle the reindeer and fire up the sled, because KarmaFX is having its annual X-Mas Sale! Our flagship KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is 40% Off all of December! We'll save you the whole sales speech, but just say that it's a pretty awesome synth. Or to quote a user:

“ ...KarmaFX synth is just awesome modular awesomeness. some gorgeous sounds! ”

Perhaps this coming holiday is the perfect time to kick back in the studio, with a warm cup of modular awesomesauce, and let your creative juices flow. If you think that sounds like a pretty good deal, then please go ahead and grab your freshly squeezed copy right here: https://karmafx.net/buy
KarmaFX wishes everyone a Merry X-mas, a Happy Holiday and an absolutely fantastic Modular New Year 2022! Peace! ]]> Black Friday Sale 2021! https://karmafx.net Sun, 21 Nov 2021 Wow, 2021 sure seems to fly by fast. Thanksgiving and the holiday season is already knocking and with that Black Friday! KarmaFX is having a BLACK FRIDAY SALE on KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 ALL WEEK, starting Sunday 21st to Sunday 28th!

KarmaFX Synth offers a fresh take on Modular Synthesis. Its true Through-Zero-Frequency, Bandlimited Oscillators with Pulsewidth, Phase and Frequency Modulation, and exclusive Synced Exponential FM offers a unique sound. It also features Multi-Sample-, Wavetable-, Pad- and Granular-Synthesis, not to mention a great collection of Virtual Analog Multi-Mode Filters, Parametric Filters, Graphical Equalizers, and a wide range of effects: Distortion, Delay, Chorus/Flange, Reverb, Folder, Phaser, Limiter, Maximizer plus Single- and Multi-Band Compression.

Through True Audio-Rate-Modulation, any knob can be modulated by any modulation source, giving you full control using LFOs, ADSRs, HFOs, Step sequencers, Envelopes or even audio modules or external inputs. All signals in KarmaFX Synth are shown visually for every module, making it not just easier and more intuitive to work with, but also an excellent learning tool. It is available as VST & AU for PC & Mac, can work both as Synth and Effect, and supports SubPatches, meaning that the number of simultaneously running modules supported per patch is practically unlimited.

Oh yeah, and it just got MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) support, including Pitchbend (with adjustable PB range), Velocity, Timbre and Aftertouch. So what are you waiting for? Wire up, pluck in, power on and go modular! Grab it here: https://karmafx.net/buy ]]> MUZZ Remix Contest! https://karmafx.net Fri, 19 Nov 2021 KarmaFX is proudly sponsoring MUZZ REMIX CONTEST, offering some really awesome prizes, including KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 as 1st place prize.

MUZZ, a drum and bass producer and DJ based in England, has teamed up with MonsterCat and Artists & Relations, to put together this colossal remix contest, offering you a great opportunity to remix Born For This, an industrial inspired house heater that made its debut on MUZZ's The Promised Land album. Muzz writes:

“ I have teamed up with Monstercat & Artists & Relations to bring you this epic remix contest. Win over $12,000 worth of prizes, alongside an official Monstercat release. ”

Competition ends on December 10th, 2021. Please spread the word, have a listen to Born For This, download stems and check out all the cool prizes here: https://bit.ly/muzzremixcontest


]]> ROLI adds KarmaFX Synth to Software synthesizers compatible with MPE https://karmafx.net Sun, 14 Nov 2021 KarmaFX is proud to announce that KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 has been added to the official ROLI Support Compatible synths, DAWs and instruments page under Software synthesizers compatible with MPE.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 features full MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) support, including Pitchbend (with adjustable PB range), Velocity, Timbre and Aftertouch. It is enabled using MPE Configuration Message (MCM), directly from within your MPE-compatible DAW.

ROLI writes:

“ MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) is the biggest change in electronic sound since the invention of the synthesizer. Dozens of hardware and software companies have now joined this movement to make music creation tools more expressive. ”

MPE enables musicians to control MIDI parameters for each held note individually, and offers new types of expression via the Strike, Glide, Slide, Press and Lift parameters introduced in the ROLI Seaboard. ROLI is a British music technology company and MIDI controller manufacturer, specializing in unique, expressive MIDI devices that have pioneered the MPE technology. KarmaFX is extremely thrilled to be part of this evolution in music history. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.01 Released https://karmafx.net Thu, 21 Oct 2021 KarmaFX Synth Modular has been updated to version 2.01. This release boasts several new features, including GUI improvements, MIDI Polyphonic Expression support (MPE), better HiDPI/Retina utilization on Mac/OSX, sound improvements and feature additions to the Chorus and SoftClip modules. It also contains some important bugfixes and performance tweaks.

Full changelog below. Update will download automatically for all registered users. Please note that OS X 10.9+ is now required on Mac.

Huge thanks and shout-out to the beta-testers and contributors!
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.01 Build 356 Changelog.
  • MPE: Added MIDI Polyphonic Expression support (MPE). MPE PB Range is configurable in NotePitch module and through MIDI RPN 0. (default is ±48 semitones).
  • MPE: Supports Low-Zone (Master Channel 1) and Off-mode, setup through MIDI MPE Configuration Message (MCM) or forced on in GUI.
  • MPE: Added Timbre option to Expression menu and to MidiData module, in order to support MPE MIDI Control 74 (CC74).
  • Chorus: Added Width, Crossfeed and Feedback Delay parameters + tweaked Phase-panorama and Spread settings.
  • Chorus: Added option to apply filter to Chorus mix instead of feedback.
  • SoftClip: Added Digital Distortion to SoftClip module with Amount, Bits, Bias and Noise parameters. Renamed Trim to Drive and expanded range.
  • Distortion: Added Stereo option to Bits and Resampling Frequency knobs in Distortion module. Off by default.
  • Folder: Added Stereo option to Symmetry knob in Folder module. Off by default.
  • Sampler: Changed Sample selection knob in non-Multi mode to only switch sample on (re)trigger.
  • ADSR: Added Expression option to Sustain parameter in ADSR module.
  • NotePitch: Added MIDI note filtering through a Note Min/Max Basenote-parameter option in NotePitch module. Default is full MIDI range. (Thanks Daniel!)
  • MidiData: Added Delta option, where controller events only pass inside note-on/note-off pairs and outputs delta, relative to value on note-on. (Thanks Dan!)
  • MidiData: Added Bias and Smooth knobs to MidiData module to optionally bias and lowpass filter incoming MIDI data.
  • SubPatch: Toggling a SubPatch module on/off now resets its internal buffers and state.
  • GUI: Added HiDPI/Retina option to Options->Window Scale menu for enabling/disabling High Resolution utilization on Mac/OSX. (Thanks Jan!)
  • GUI: Mousewheel now works on knobs and sliders when hovering + Faster overall response, and holding Shift allows for fine-tuning.
  • GUI: Holding Shift key and clicking Options->Maximize/Minimize-All will now maximize and minimize only wave-displays.
  • GUI: The Options Window Size->Custom dialog initial values are now set equal to the currently chosen (non-scaled) resolution.
  • GUI: Enabled (Ctrl-Shift) debug menu on Mac/OSX (undocumented). Was previously PC only.
  • GUI: Exposed Patch Script loading option in debug menu. Can be used to author patches programmatically (undocumented).
  • GUI: Exposed option to show internal Debug Panel in debug menu (undocumented).
  • GUI: Exposed option to instantly toggle MPE in debug menu and to setup Global MPE ini settings (undocumented).
  • GUI: Holding left mouse on module caption for 1 second, now makes target module/knob LEDs blink (undocumented).
  • GUI: Throttled GUI FPS on PC/Windows to max 30 Hz (Same as Mac/OSX).
  • CPU: Improved performance in Osc1, Osc2 and LFO + Unrolled and inlined all parameter modulation processing.
  • CPU: Unrolled and inlined Chorus and MidiData modules.
  • CPU: Expression parameters now only produce modulation-signals when Expression sensitivity is non-zero.
  • CPU: Granular inner loop is now SIMD optimized + Sample memblocks are now 16 byte aligned (in Sampler/Granular etc.).
  • CPU: Granular grains are now heap allocated and padded to be 16 byte aligned.
  • DOC: Updated manual to revision 0.36. Updated sections on MPE, Note filtering, Chorus, SoftClip (Distortion), ADSR Sustain, MidiData and HiDPI/Retina.
  • Bugfix: Choosing Module Presets->Default did not reset parameter range-settings, tuning, etc. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Cutting a parameter wire, by right clicking on wire arrow, would incorrectly shuffle volumes for other connections to the same parameter. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Editing a Patch Description in Props dialog on PC/Win would only save the first 80 characters. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: SubPatch module would not store/restore subpatch-names correctly. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Patch Browser toggle from SubPatch module was wonky and could crash the synth on GUI close. Fixed/rewrote toggle code.
  • Bugfix: Loading patch with SubPatch module in Adv-mode and touching bottom row of knobs would crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: When using the "Insert" menu to create new module input, that connection could get lost on save/reload of patch. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Saving a SubPatch could alter values for control panel parameters in parent patch. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Switching Modulation view to see parameter modulation in wave-displays was not working. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Resizing Scope module in "Phase" mode could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: The first sample in modulation blocks from Expression-enabled-parameters could be stale. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Immediately after patch initialization, the first sample-block from a SubPatch Input module would have incorrect volume. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Scope module Input1- and Input2-modes did not take into account the connection-wire-volume. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Scope module would not work inside SubPatches unless connected to Output. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Window size of GUI would not set up correctly for custom window-sizes in AU/VST version on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Moved patch-loading-inside-GUI code into host Update callback and added Paint mutex to remove potential deadlock/crash.
  • Bugfix: Options->Maximize/Minimize-All would not update the GUI icon in the module headers. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Maximizer module would not recover from overflow mode, even when reset. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Maximizer module would muffle volume of processed audio immediately after init or reset. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Unhooking volume-slider from modulation sources would not update its GUI-state. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Removed excessive internal ramping of ModIndex in FM module.
  • Bugfix: Sampler could cause read-access-violation in multi-sample-mode with memory-guards enabled. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Finetune display text in NotePitch module GUI was incorrectly showing semitones instead of cents. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Internal filters in Delay, Phaser and Reverb modules were not reset on on/off toggle. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: GUI would be missing when instancing an Audio Unit on Mac/OSX, after instancing a VST. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Waveform GUI mouse-drawing in Additive and Pad modules was broken on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Cancelling a menu-triggered patch-load operation inside a SubPatch, would leave the synth in a state unable to load patches. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: PC/Windows 32 bit version did not work on Windows XP due to unmerited Microsoft.VC90.CRT dependency in manifest. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: GUI Magnitude and Phase bars in Additive module did not align with mouse-y-position. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Internal sorting of MIDI-events could read out-of-bounds on ring-buffer wrap(1024), causing corrupt, phantom MIDI-events. Fixed. (Thanks Dan & Shane!)
  • Bugfix: Filter keyboard tracking did not smoothly track input frequency. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: GUI Resize on Mac/OSX did not update mouse tracking region, causing MouseMove-events to not get passed after resize. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Unison's stereo Pan knob was incorrectly working in Mono-mode. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Frequency Snap to Semitones and Octaves did not work for extreme values, due to ramp interpolation of parameters for very small deltas. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Cloning a module in GUI did not clone parameter-flag-settings such as Osc1 "Random Poly Phase", "Phase Init Only" etc. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Having two chained NotePitch modules, where one is Polyphonic and the other is Monophonic did not work polyphonically. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Granular module could read 1 sample out-of-bounds on sample wrap. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Mouse GUI position was offset by 2 pixels in y-direction on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Mouse GUI cursor did not always update correctly on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Generators could produce delayed "ghost"-slides when changing Freq knob in polyphonic mode. Fixed. (Thanks Richard!)
  • Bugfix: Portamento for chords worked inconsistently in polyphonic mode. Updated Poly-Glide to find closest match and respect MPE pitchbend. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Amplifier voices would not always reset when quickly switching NotePitch poly-mode. Could cause hanging notes. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Noticable lag when flipping through patches containing active Pad modules, due to wait for Generate-thread to complete. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: LFO with Random-waveform (RND/RND16) did not always wrap correctly in non-trigger mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Latency compensation timing was off by 256 samples. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Granular Shape curve was biased too much towards rectangular grain-shape. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Granular output was not double-buffered in GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Granular would not initialize with correct sample Pos in "Manual" mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed minor discrepancy in equal power panning. Rescale is now sqrt(0.5) as opposed to truncated 0.707.
  • Bugfix: Step and Pattern modules would not highlight active-step in GUI on retrigger or if pattern size=1. Fixed and increased fade-out speed.
  • Bugfix: Middle-mouse-drag to scroll in all GUI stick-controls (Pattern/Additive/Pad etc.) was broken. Fixed.
  • Win32/64: Updated ReadMe file in Demo version.
  • Win32/64: Tested and verified to install and run under Microsoft Windows 11 (Pro, Version 21H2, Build 22000.258).
  • Mac/OSX: Migrated Mac/OSX build to OSX 10.9 as required by Apple for notarization. Hence v2.01 requires OSX 10.9+.
  • Mac/OSX: Upgraded Mac/OSX Audio Unit SDK to AUv2 1.1.
  • Updated bundled patches.
]]> Summer Sale 2021 https://karmafx.net Sun, 18 Jul 2021 Finally Summer! Time to relax and get some sun, chill-out and drink cold drinks, go swimming and hang around on the beach, or just catch up on all the things that you don't otherwise have time for. Perhaps now is the perfect time to spend those cozy summer evenings getting back into music and twist and turn those knobs in the studio.

A year has passed since the version 2 release of our flagship synthesizer: KarmaFX Synth Modular 2. So for this years Summer Sale, KarmaFX will be cutting its regular price, more than 25% off. On top of that, starting today, KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is offered at a 30% discount for at least one month. KarmaFX wishes everyone an amazing summer and a fantastic, productive holiday!

KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is a fully modular sound package that has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as VST/AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions.
Version 2.01 is in the works and coming soon, featuring MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) and more!
Check out the announcement video here, read more about it here and get it here.
EDIT: Sale extended till end of August.


]]> Retro Chiptunes https://karmafx.net Wed, 14 Jul 2021 Retromaniac, accompanied by some very slick, retro visuals by Cactus! For more, please like, share and subscribe on Youtube and/or Soundcloud. Fakebit is a variant of chiptunes / electronic music that uses modern software synthesizers to simulate the sound of early 8-bit computers. In this case made 100% using custom presets in KarmaFX Synth Modular!


]]> Summer Sale, June 2021 https://karmafx.net Wed, 2 Jun 2021 Summer-Sale this year! Starting today, KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is on sale for at least one month. This discount is also offered to version 1.x users on top of their already discounted upgrade price. Upgrade offers will lapse on July 1st, so this is a great opportunity for 1.x users to get that upgrade. Also, version 2.01 is in the works and coming soon, featuring MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) and more! So get cooking in the studio and start hooking up those wires.

Check out the KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 announcement video here, read more about it here and get it here.


]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.3 Update https://karmafx.net Tue, 20 Apr 2021 KarmaFX Plugin Pack has been updated to version 2.3. Changes include minor fixes. See full changelog below. Special thanks to the bug-reporters!
KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.3 Changelog.
  • Bugfix: Knobs and sliders did not respond to mousewheel events. Fixed. (Thanks Paul!)
  • Bugfix: Plugins would fail to load under Windows XP due to msvcrt90.dll dependency. Fixed. (Thanks Steve!)
  • KarmaFX Reverb's main presets are now in stereo mode by default.
  • VST 2 getPlugCategory now reports plug-Category:"Effect".
  • VST 2 getVendorVersion now reports version.
  • All plugin .dll's are now codesigned by KarmaFX.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Update https://karmafx.net Wed, 10 Mar 2021 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 has been updated to build 283. Changes include a critical bugfix for Mac/OSX 11 Big Sur, as well as some minor fixes. See full changelog below. Version has been bumped, so update will download automatically. Special thanks to the bug-reporters!
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Build 283 Changelog.
  • Bugfix: Mac/OSX synth would show empty UI on OSX 11.2.2 Big Sur in certain DAWs due to colorspace creation fail. Fixed. (Thanks Ingo!)
  • Bugfix: Mac/OSX synth could load old patches with an invalid zero-length bankname. Fixed. (Thanks Shane!)
  • Bugfix: Synth could crash when trying to recreate a missing patchbank index file. Fixed. (Thanks Shane!)
  • Bugfix: Sampler in loop-mode with trigger disabled would not play on transport change. Fixed to retrigger when in loop mode. (Thanks Ufo!)
  • Bugfix: Pingpong looping in Sampler would start out in backwards direction. Fixed to forward direction on (re)trigger.
]]> Season Sale, Spring 2021 https://karmafx.net Mon, 15 Feb 2021 Spring Season Sale! KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 is on sale for at least one month. This discount is also offered to version 1.x users on top of their already discounted upgrade price.

Check out the KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 announcement video here: https://youtu.be/9cdw8GLG6qg, read more about it here and get it here.
Take care, stay-safe and keep self-oscillating.


]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Update https://karmafx.net Fri, 5 Feb 2021 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 has been updated to build 280. Changes include two critical bugfixes as well as some minor fixes. See full changelog below. Version has been bumped, so update will download automatically. Special thanks to the bug-reporters!
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Build 280 Changelog.
  • Bugfix: 64 bit Synth would crash on AMD Phenom II processor due to SSSE3 PSHUFB instruction. Fixed by rewriting to SSE2 assembly. (Thanks Claudius!)
  • Bugfix: Synth could hang in Tracktion pluginval validation for all samplerates above 44.1kHz. Fixed. (Thanks Dan!)
  • Bugfix: Distortion module could overflow in "Hardfuzz" mode. Fixed. (Thanks Rick!)
  • Bugfix: Sampler looping in Backwards mode would play outside loop area. Fixed. (Thanks Ufo!)
  • Bugfix: Sampler would not show Start and End loop points when in Loop-mode. Fixed. (Thanks Johnny!)
]]> Naeleck Remix Contest! https://karmafx.net Tue, 29 Dec 2020 KarmaFX is proudly sponsoring NAELECK REMIX CONTEST. Lots of cool prizes, including KarmaFX Synth Modular 2, and a chance to release on Dancing Dead Records!

Metapop, Artists & Relations, Dancing Dead Records and Naeleck bring you a NEW awesome remix contest:

“ Welcome to the official remix competition for Naeleck and Hige Driver's "Virtual Gaming". With over a million monthly listeners on Spotify and billions of views on his GIF stickers Naeleck is blending the border between music, fiction and gaming. His latest track with Tokyo's Hige Driver combines their sounds to create a bass-heavy upfront track with complextro elements and chiptune style sounds over some massive drops and breaks. Check the video here if you dare. ”

Competition ends on January 28, 2021. All genres are welcome. Click to learn more, see all the cool prizes and help spread the word: http://bit.ly/naeleckremixcontest ]]> X-Mas Sale 2020 https://karmafx.net Sat, 5 Dec 2020
KarmaFX Synth Modular, our award winning Modular Synth, has for many years been used by producers all around the world, and featured in music magazines so many times that we lost count. This year, with the launch of version 2, it got even better, with a long list of new features and tweaks, new modules, new patches, and improved sound! The UI was reworked with a set of brand new skins, in part beautifully designed and produced by Voger Design. The synth offers oscilloscopes for every module, and thus unique visual feedback to keep you in control at all times, and with the new UI redesign, these are now easier to see and operate. It supports high quality scaling and hence is crisp and clear, even on Hi-DPI and Retina monitors. Finally, modulation of every knob is now shown graphically, and usability has been improved, so connecting modules is now easier than ever.

So light up the fireplace, serve yourself some hot cocoa, crank up the speakers, and let the sweet and magical, modular waves of sound flow through your ears and veins. Check out the announcement video here: https://youtu.be/9cdw8GLG6qg, and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy. KarmaFX wishes everyone a Merry X-mas, a Happy Holiday and an Absolute Blasting Modular New Year 2021! Peace!

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Black Friday Sale! https://karmafx.net Fri, 20 Nov 2020 This year is coming to an end, Thanksgiving and the holiday season is nearing and with that: Black Friday! And thanks for that. In these tough times we need something to cheer us up. At KarmaFX we want to help by kicking off a Black Friday Sale that lasts all week, starting today, Friday 20th to Sunday 29th.

KarmaFX Synth offers a fresh take on Subtractive synthesis with true Through-Zero-Frequency, Bandlimited Oscillators with Pulse-Width, Phase and Frequency Modulation, and an exclusive Synced Exponential FM mode with a unique sound. It also features Multi-Sample-, Additive-Wavetable-, and Granular- Synthesis, not to mention its great collection of Virtual Analog Multi-Mode Filters, Parametric Filters, Graphical Equalizers, and a wide range of effects: Distortion, Delay, Chorus/Flange, Reverb, Folder, Phaser, Limiter, Maximizer, Single and Multi-Band compression.

Through true audio-rate modulation, any knob can be modulated by any modulation source, giving you full modulation control using LFOs, ADSRs, HFOs, Step sequencers, Envelopes or even audio modules or external inputs. All signals in KarmaFX Synth are shown visually for every module in its slick UI, making it not just easier and more intuitive to work with, but also an excellent learning tool. It is available as VST and AU for PC and Mac, can operate both as a Synth and as an Effect, and supports Sub-Patches, meaning that the number of simultaneously running modules supported per patch is practically unlimited. So what are you waiting for? Wire up, pluck in, power on and go modular!

Check out the announcement video: https://youtu.be/9cdw8GLG6qg, and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy ]]> Season Sale 2020 https://karmafx.net Wed, 1 Oct 2020 KarmaFX Synth Modular 2. We are very happy with that, yet we also realize that times are tough and people are struggling, all around the world. Therefore, from October 1st, KarmaFX will kick off a Season Sale. This discount is also offered to version 1.x users on top of their already discounted upgrade price. In addition, the version 2 upgrade period is extended until Summer, July 1st, 2021. Hopefully these initiatives will spread a bit of comfort during these tough times. Please don't forget to self-oscillate, take care and stay safe!
Check out the KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 announcement video here: https://youtu.be/9cdw8GLG6qg, read more about it here and get it here.
EDIT: Sale ended 11-08-2020.


]]> KarmaFX Frequency Modulation paper published at DAFx2020! https://karmafx.net Tue, 7 Sep 2020 A recent paper by KarmaFX on "Practical Linear And Exponential Frequency Modulation For Digital Music Synthesis" was accepted for publication at DAFx2020. It takes a deep dive into Frequency Modulation, covering both Linear and Exponential variants as well as Phase Modulation, discussing their pros and cons. It also explains the importance of Through-Zero FM, and present analytic expressions for correct tuning of Exponential FM. An FM technique featured in the new KarmaFX Synth Modular 2! It will be presented on 10/9-2020 in the Synthesis Session live-stream at eDAFx2020 chaired by Peter Balazs.

Abstract:
“ This paper explores Frequency Modulation (FM) for use in music synthesis. We take an in-depth look at Linear FM, Linear-Through-Zero FM, Phase Modulation (PM) and Exponential FM, and discuss their pros and cons for sound synthesis in a digital system. In the process we derive some useful formulas and discuss their implementation details. In particular we derive analytic expressions for DC correcting Exponential FM, and make it match the modulation depth of Linear FM. Finally, we review practical antialiasing solutions. ”

Winner of the Best Independent Paper Award eDAFx 2020!
Download here.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 released! https://karmafx.net Tue, 30 Jun 2020 Major product announcement: KarmaFX is releasing KarmaFX Synth Modular 2!
Out now for both PC and Mac.

After years of development, KarmaFX Synth Modular has been given a major upgrade: Lots of new modules and enhancements, improved sound, a redesigned user-interface, brand new skins, and a truckload of new patches!

For registered users of KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.x, this is a paid upgrade. However, there is an exclusive upgrade-offer sent out via e-mail. This discount lasts for a limited-time only, so don't miss out on this opportunity. Get it now! Go here to buy.

We hope that you will welcome this new product to the KarmaFX plugin family, and can't wait to hear all the new and cool sounds you squeeze out of it! Check out what's new in version 2 and dig into the full changelog below.

Please be sure to uninstall version 1 before before installing version 2. More info in the FAQ.
What's new in KarmaFX Synth Modular 2.
  • New skins have been added that support HiDPI and Retina scaling + 20% larger GUI overall, knob-modulation-meters, drop-shadows, glowing displays, gradient curves, semi-transparent menus and motion-blurred trail markers.
  • A new Patch Browser has been added, which allows for quick browsing of banks as well as patches, and also offers keyboard browsing and search filtering.
  • Modules can now be connected using a simple one-click mouse-action + connections now highlight while hovering in connect mode.
  • New Subpatch modules that allow for nested generator- and effect-patches to exist and work within other patches.
  • A new Granular module has been added for sample-based granular synthesis, with variable grain size and rate.
  • New Effect modules: A Folder module for classic wavefolding through 0Hz Frequency Modulation, a SoftClip module for variable softclipping, a Repeater module for beat-synced repeated delay, a Limiter module for soft-knee peak limiting, and MultiComp: A 3 band multiband soft-knee compressor.
  • New Controller modules and enhancements: A Scope module: a synced oscilloscope, frequency and phase analyzer of up to two separate input/control signals, Phase module for direct control over the phase control signal, and a Keyboard module for easy viewing and triggering of MIDI input. Unison now offers Phase Detune and more modes, and Pattern module has been updated with Steptime, Velocity and Min/Max Note range-settings. Notepitch & Pattern modules can now be detuned from Concert Pitch (A=440Hz).
  • New Amplifier modules: An Inverter for audio and modulation inversion + a Mid/Side module for mono/stereo separation.
  • Filters and been reworked in part to be virtual analog. Three new filters have been added: The SVF2, the SKF (Sallen-Key Filter) and the Moog2, plus all Resonant Multimode filters now have Saturation and Drive controls, and all parameter settings are now retained when switching between filters.
  • An Exponential Tuning of Filter-Cutoffs has been added, giving better control over both high and low- filter frequencies. A Resonance tuning option has been added, featuring a flat Digital response and a simulated Analog response that attenuates resonance at low frequencies. The Filters Keyboard Tracking Base Key is now also adjustable.
  • New Modulator modules: A Shaper module for custom waveshaping and a Control module that exposes the internal control signals. LFO now supports optional Random Poly Phase Reset and Keyboard Tracking.
  • All Generators now support Through-Zero frequency, meaning that they accept negative frequencies that generate output in reverse phase. An extra Phase Control Signal has been added to complement the existing Frequency, Trigger, and Note Control Signals. The FM module has been reworked to support Linear FM and Exponential FM, both with Through-Zero support, as well as Phase Modulation. The module now also features an Exponential Sync option, so Exponential FM is kept in-tune.
  • Control Signals can now be 16x oversampled in a new High Quality (HQ) mode, forcing generators to run oversampled internally. Essential for high quality FM/PM.
  • An Expression option has been added to knobs that typically need performance tuning. Optionally responds to Mod.Wheel, Aftertouch and Velocity inputs.
  • The right click menu now offers an Auto Arrange option that neatly re-orders modules, and a Remove Unused option that deletes disabled or disconnected modules from the patch. A Swap menu option now also quickly swaps modules backwards and forwards in the signal chain. Finally, Insert offers a quick menu-based way to wire a specific module in front of another module.
  • Many parameters now have extra Range Menu Options added to their right click menu, allowing more fine-grained control over, e.g., Attack, Decay, and Release time-ranges in all envelopes, all Portamento time ranges, Modulation Index ranges, Delay Finetune ranges, LFO rates, Chorus Depth ranges, etc.
  • Control Panel automation controls Min- and Max-values can now be macro programmed, to limit parameter values to user-defined ranges.
  • A new set of patch banks have been added. New patch banks can now also be downloaded and installed instantly from within the synth using the Bank Install menu. Patch banks can now be loaded in read-only mode, while compressed on disk.
  • All panning operations are now constant powered, -3dB.
  • VST 2.4+ support on PC/Windows + Audio Unit and VST 2.4+ (64 bit only) support on Mac/OSX!
  • Version 2 is backwards compatible with version 1.x, meaning that all existing patches and patch-banks will load in version 2.
  • These additions are just the most prominent features. Please refer to the 120+ page manual or the full version 2 changelog below for more technical details.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 2 Full Changelog.
  • Added Granular Module with Size, Rate, Shape and Speed + modulatable Position, Frequency, Pan and Stereo parameters with Diffusion option.
  • Added Inverter Module with amp, polarity, mod and (DC) offset parameters, for Amplitude Modulation and inverting/offsetting control signals.
  • Reworked all filters to support Exponential frequency tuning. Parabolic Cutoff is still available for getting "Classic" response and reaching ~0Hz.
  • Added optional Cutoff Resonance Curve to mimic analog resonance behaviour compared to default Constant Q.
  • Added new State Variable filter (SVF2) based on ZDF virtual analog design.
  • Added Keyboard controller module for easy view and triggering of MIDI input, with pitchbend and modwheel parameters.
  • Added new resonant multimode Sallen-Key filter (SKF).
  • Added SubPatch modules that allow for 2 levels of nested patches to exist and work within other patches.
  • Added new resonant Moog2 virtual analog filter that is 2/4 pole, compared to the "classic" Moog 4/8 pole design.
  • Reworked and renamed 303Like filter to "Acid". Double-sampled. Corrected tuning of cutoff/resonance.
  • Rewrote Zolzer filter. Improved input ramping and double-sampled.
  • Rewrote classic Moog filter. Improved input ramping and dynamic range. Improved tuning of cutoff/resonance.
  • Added optional Saturation and Drive to all Resonant filters.
  • Switching between Resonant Multimode Filters (SVF, Zolzer, Moog, etc.) now retain parameter settings, modulators and control mappings.
  • Added Folder Module that supports wavefolding (0Hz FM) with Soft/Hard and HQ antialiasing option.
  • Added Repeater module that repeats input at a time-interval with delta, amount control and optional beat-sync.
  • All Generators now support Linear-Through-Zero, and hence a 180 degree phase flip at negative frequencies.
  • All Generators now support Frequency and Phase Modulation (FM/PM) with optional oversampling.
  • Frequency control signal is now kept non-clipped until oscillator stage, to support negative frequencies.
  • Added internal phase signal, to support native PM in all modules.
  • Added internal oversampling of frequency control signal to support high frequency FM and PM.
  • Added AntiPhase option to Delay module, which causes antiphase stereo effect based on finetune setting.
  • Delay Module's finetune range is now based on ±1/8th of a beat. Added range scale option of 1/8, 2/8, 4/8 and 8/8.
  • Added Phase Modulation (PM), exponential FM (FMExp) and Linear-Through-Zero FM (FMLTZ) option to FM Module. Default is Linear (FMLin with LTZ).
  • Added MultiComp module: 3x Multi Band Compressor and Equalizer with separate Compress, Bypass, Mute and Solo options.
  • Added Limiter module: A simple peak limiter with zero lookahead + optional stereo link and soft knee option.
  • Added Mid/Side Amplifier Module for separation of stereo Mid signal and Side signal.
  • Reworked HardSynced Sine in Osc2 module.
  • Added Mod.Polarity option to FM module to support smooth transition between Bipolar and Unipolar FM.
  • Extended FM Ratio, and modulation index range to support a wider variety of sounds. Default Mod.Index range is now 4.
  • Added Phase Init option to FM module, to reinit phase on note-on signal.
  • Added Expression option to selected knobs, for easy control of Mod.Wheel, Aftertouch and Velocity sensitivity.
  • Added Control Modulator module, which can output the internal frequency, phase, trigger and note control signals, optionally scaled, biased and inverted.
  • Added Shaper Modulator module which shapes the input according to a custom waveshaping function. (Thanks Ortseam!)
  • Added SoftClip effect-module which soft-saturates the input signal, with Trim, Threshold, Soft, Gain parameters.
  • Added Min/Max Key Range option to Pattern module.
  • When hooking up a module and input is stereo, module will now also switch to stereo.
  • Added HQ antialiasing (oversampling) option to Frequency module and Negate option for negative frequencies.
  • Added new Phase Module to complement the Frequency module.
  • Added anisotropic two-level period-wave filtering to Additive module.
  • Reworked Lanzcos-style Sigma smoothing in Additive module (for improved Gibbs reduction).
  • For extra crispness, Additive and Pad module now generates twice the harmonics for waveforms with max (1024) harmonics.
  • Changing Sustain in ADSR would not update until next note trigger. Fixed.
  • Added Scope module, a long range frequency / tempo synced oscilloscope / vectorscope, that can show up to two overlayed waveforms in mono and stereo.
  • Added fixed 256 samples latency, so synth for consistency always works on blocks of 256 samples. Added latency compensation to VST/AU plugins.
  • To avoid clicks, main volume is now ramped when switching patches.
  • Completely rewrote MIDI event processing to support new latency compensation.
  • Reworked oscillator Pulsewidth ranges for improved PWM.
  • Trigger is now ignored in chained NotePitch controllers.
  • Loading of samples (in Sampler etc.) with more channels than 2 is now handled gracefully.
  • Internal Pan function is now constant powered, -3dB, rescaled by 1.0/0.707.
  • Reworked Chorus. Added internal LFO with rate and amount knobs. Added depth range-menu and set default to 50ms.
  • Default Pitchbend (fine)tune range is now set to 4 semitones in NotePitch module.
  • Notepitch Porta mode is now set to Auto mode by default.
  • Noise module now supports FM/PM + Added oversampling and filter ramping.
  • Changed default ADSR Attack mode to be non-"Analog", since this is better for polyphonic patches.
  • Added range scaling option to Attack, Decay and Release parameters in ADSR envelope from 10 ms to 10000ms.
  • Added range scaling option to Attack and Release is Compressor, MultiComp, Limiter and EnvFollow.
  • Pattern and Step modules now feature 40+ pattern presets, accesible through the pattern/step display's right click menu.
  • Added "Sustain" option to pattern module, that will slide long notes instead of (re)triggering.
  • Added Pattern "Record" option that records MIDI note, velocity and timing inputs.
  • "Auto Porta" now correctly slides on long notes in NotePattern module.
  • Added a Porta speed-scale option of 1x (default), 2x, 4x and 8x to all porta knobs.
  • Added volume and pan controls to Input module and the ability to manually switch between stereo and mono.
  • Added Headroom setting to volume knob in Output module of 85% (-16.5dB, default), 50% (-12dB), 25% (-6dB) and 0% (-0dB).
  • The PanSpread Low and Freq knobs have swapped place + added Mode parameter to switch between Mix (default), Low and Hi output.
  • Rewrote Beat/Tempo-sync in LFO and S&H to support non-power-of-two based sync.
  • Added Invert option to MidiData module. (Thanks Ortseam!)
  • Added "Tempo Sync" option to Duration knob in (flexible) Envelope module, which will sync envelope duration to the current tempo from 1/16x to 16x.
  • All internal modules are now cache-line aligned in memory
  • All randomness in Pad module and free running oscillators is now pseudo random for deterministic output.
  • NotePattern module now reverts to last held note when releasing more than one held note in off-arp modes.
  • Added min/max range parameter knobs to NotePattern module that clamps Arp notes to given midi note range.
  • Added "Random Poly Phase" option to Phase knob in LFO, HFO, Osc1 and Osc2 modules. Enables random phase init in polyphonic voices.
  • Added adjustable Kybd Trk parameter to LFO module.
  • Added Ratio Scale option to HFO module.
  • Added Kybd Trk "Base Key" setting (Key and Octave) for all Kybd knobs in LFO, Parametric and all Resonant filters.
  • Reworked Kybd Tracking in Parametric filter.
  • Changed Ramp-down time in Pad module to have a longer ramp-down in non-polyphonic mode. Ramp-up is unaltered.
  • Reworked Trigger-ramp in Osc1 and Osc2.
  • Reworked ADSR. Would restart inconsistently in Linear/Hermite mode with Analog Attack.
  • Added "Declick Ramp" parameter setting to ADSR Attack.
  • Unrolled and inlined ADSR envelope.
  • Removed Preset dropdown menu from EQ10 and added them as Module Presets instead.
  • Reworked loading of patches from saved storage, so loaded patch will not reset if a patch-bank is non-existing.
  • Reworked version check to also check Sub-version, allowing for automatic check and download of smaller updates.
  • Reworked Unison. Added "Constant Power" option to Voices parameter (ON by default) + Added rangescale settings to Detune and Vol. (Thanks Nervus)
  • Added new Unison modes: "Mirror", Octave modes: "Oct1x", "Oct2x", "Oct3x", and Perfect Fifth: "P5", "P5.Oct1x", "P5.Oct2x".
  • Added "Phase Detune" parameter to Unison Module and LEDs to switch between "Detune Frequency" (old) and "Phase Detune" (new).
  • Unrolled internals in Unison.
  • Added Tuning option to Note parameter in NotePitch and Pattern modules, to retune to other frequencies than Concert Pitch A=440Hz.
  • Added "Declick Ramp" parameter setting to Amplifier Amp knob.
  • Pattern now overrides control signal when chained + Added polyphonic support, so a pattern->notepitch chain works as expected in poly mode.
  • Pattern module now responds to MIDI input velocity.
  • Added Steptime and Velocity knobs to Pattern module's Range settings + Pattern module "Steps" parameter is now modulatable.
  • Added Constant Power option to Amount knob in Chorus module. (OFF by default).
  • Reworked pattern presets and Reset option in Step/Pattern modules, so it always generates steps in basekey C.
  • Changed Basenote range to be two full octaves: -12 to +12 semitones in NotePitch and Pattern modules.
  • Increased Pattern "Arp" octave range from 4 to 8.
  • Reworked handling of midi note-off for non-pressed keys in Amplifier module. Now silently ignored.
  • GUI: Changed GUI button-up behaviour on switchcontrols to only trigger when mouse captured via button-down.
  • GUI: Overall GUI improvements to support larger modules: Support for CellSize, SetKnobSpacing, SetSwitchSpacing, SetComboSpacing and SetTextProps added to resource script.
  • GUI: GUI eye-candy: Waveform additive blend and transparent menus. Added SetWaveDisplayPost and PopupMenu parameters to resource script.
  • GUI: Notes in pattern and step modules now light up in UI when triggered.
  • GUI: Default resolution changed to 1500 x 1000 on PC and 1500 x 750 on Mac.
  • GUI: Added skin support for module drop shadows with adjustable radius and opacity. Added DropShadow parameter to resource script.
  • GUI: Added support for gradient drawing to envelopes and frequency displays. Added GradientLines parameter to resource script.
  • GUI: Sample and envelope position markers can now be drawn with motion blur. Added TrailMarker parameter to resource script.
  • GUI: Optimizations. SSE optimized and loop-unrolled all non-transparent, transparent, and add/saturate blend pixel operations.
  • GUI: Midi pitchbend in NotePitch module is now shown visually in UI.
  • GUI: Larger module sizes increased to align with other modules in UI.
  • GUI: Flexible Envelope can now be expanded to full size view, and/or collapsed to hide wave display to take up less space using panel buttons.
  • GUI: Flexible Envelope curve editing now considers timing on mouse movement, for better detail precision.
  • GUI: Added "Remove Unused" instant-clean-up option that automatically deletes bypassed and unused modules.
  • GUI: Added "Auto Arrange" option to automatically arrange and order modules on workspace.
  • GUI: Added Default option to Presets menu, which resets all parameters and their ranges to default values.
  • GUI: Clicking on a knob LED to cut a modulator or control wire has been moved to right-click instead of left-click.
  • GUI: Added "Swap" context menu-option to swap modules backwards and forwards in chain.
  • GUI: Added "Insert" context menu-option to insert modules between two existing and connected modules.
  • GUI: Added Patch browser to replace/complement the default popup patch loading menu.
  • GUI: Added Patch browser filtering option, for quickly finding a patch with a certain name (requires VST/AU keyboard input support).
  • GUI: For finetuning, holding Shift when moving knobs and sliders now slows down parameter-changes considerably. (Thanks Nervus)
  • GUI: Holding Ctrl while left-dragging inside Envelope- and Step-controls now scrolls view (Just like middlemouse on systems that support that).
  • GUI: For better precision, mousewheel now zooms considerably slower in Envelope/Pattern/Sampler etc.
  • GUI: Reworked note snapping in Pattern module, to address floating point rounding issue.
  • GUI: Reworked how knobs with snapping work to address visual imprecision in parameters that pass the value 0 (e.g. "Note").
  • GUI: Pressed keys in Keyboard module now indicate velocity level.
  • GUI: Repositioned AutoTranspose, KybdTrk and AddNoise switches in Pattern and Pad modules.
  • GUI: Reduced fadeout speed of hit notes in Pattern module.
  • GUI: Reworked wire drawing, so wires, from active but hidden parameters, aren't hidden in the UI.
  • GUI: Reworked wire arrow drawing in Linear mode, to not occlude arrows by source and target modules.
  • GUI: Added SetTextProps resource script parameter for icon-offset x and y, to support new skins.
  • GUI: Added SetComboBorder resource script parameter to support asymmetric combo menu borders.
  • GUI: Added SetWireRamp resource script parameter to custom define wire's shading: Gamma setting and optional outline.
  • GUI: Added SetScaleSet resource script parameter to support custom scaled version(s) of the same skin.
  • GUI: Added SetSliderSpacing resource script parameter adjust slider position.
  • GUI: Added SetFileFormat resource script parameter and added support for PNG loading.
  • GUI: Added SetConnectionHighlight resource script parameter for setting up connection highlighting.
  • GUI: Reworked spacing / setup of entire GUI to support custom scaling.
  • GUI: Reworked how default skin is loaded, so default skin doesn't have to be named "Default".
  • GUI: Classic skins are now placed in separate section in skin selection menu.
  • GUI: Added "Ivory", "Dark" and "Neo" skins. Default Skin "Ivory" was designed by vogerdesign.com.
  • GUI: Added scalesets for Scales of 100%, 125%, 150%, 175% and 200% for all new skins.
  • GUI: Buffering for wavedisplays is now staged, to avoid threadded gui-read on audio-write issues.
  • GUI: Changing Windows Size is now done dynamically. Hence, restarting the synth is not required anymore.
  • GUI: Added "connect" icon to new skins to allow for wiring of modules, knobs and sliders without holding Ctrl key.
  • GUI: Added connection highlighting, so source and target modules light up when wiring modules, knobs and sliders.
  • VST 2 getVendorVersion now reports version 2 + plugins on both PC and Mac now return "Synth" and "Effect" Plug-Category.
  • Win32/64 VST Fixed missing resize on init of UI for hosts not supporting "sizeWindow", Steinberg Cubase / Elements. (Thanks Bjorn)
  • Win32/64 VST now honors "sizeWindow" setting and disables simplex mode if not supported.
  • Win32/64 VST Reworked mousewheel hook to not use subclassing + Mousewheel now also works in 64 bit.
  • Win32/64: Uninstaller is now codesigned.
  • Win32/64: Upgraded VST plugin interface from 2.3 to 2.4 on PC.
  • Win32/64: Removed creation of Start-Menu-Shortcut for Uninstaller in Windows installer.
  • Win32/64: Renamed "KarmaFX Synth Core.dll" to avoid VST loading confusion in some hosts.
  • Mac/OSX: Added support for VST plugin 2.4 on Mac/OSX (64 bit only)! Tested in Steinberg Cubase, Ableton Live and Bitwig Studio.
  • Mac/OSX: Updated Info.plist for AU/VST and updated export symbols.
  • Mac/OSX: All Mac/OSX executables are now codesigned.
  • Mac/OSX: PKG installers are now Apple notarized and stapled.
  • Mac/OSX: Updated Info.plist in Audio Units. Added NSHighResolutionCapable:true.
  • Bugfix: Having a module connected to one polyphonic- and another non-polyphonic-module could cause servere slowdown due to constant cloning. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Input module was not working in stereo mode under Jeskola Buzz / Polac VST. Fixed. (Thanks Emil!)
  • Bugfix: Synth could crash when using mousewheel inside synth after closing down another instance of the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Keyboard down/up events were not hooked up on Mac/OSX. Fixed. (Thanks Jan!)
  • Bugfix: Kicks in Drum bank would change sounds when fast-triggered. Fixed in patches. (Thanks Jan!)
  • Bugfix: Mouse capture could get stuck in edit displays in envelope/sampler/additive/multicomp/etc.. Fixed. (Thanks Jan!).
  • Bugfix: Saving a patch named "-" would incorrectly offset the patch indices. Fixed. Now inserts a separator in patch bank.
  • Bugfix: Reworked Osc2 Hard-Sync for all waveforms.
  • Bugfix: Reworked Osc1/Osc2 Phase Modulation antialiasing for Triangle and Square waves.
  • Mac/OSX bugfix: Mousewheel was reversed on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Mac/OSX bugfix: All dialogs (about box, properties, etc.) are now centered on Mac/OSX.
  • Removed legacy banks from installer.
  • Removed the KarmaFX SoundFX bank.
  • Added patch-bank by Scot Solida. (Thanks Scot!)
  • Updated Patches.
  • Updated Manual.
  • Postfix: Win32/64 demo would time-out on fresh install if system had previously had v1.x demo installed. Fixed in build 279. (Thanks Tom!).

Check out the announcement video here:

]]> X-Mas Sale 2019 https://karmafx.net Thu, 12 Dec 2019
KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package that has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy

KarmaFX wishes everyone a Merry X-Mas and a Modular New Year 2020! Sale is valid until January 12th.


]]> Sonic Sirius Soundset For KarmaFX Synth Modular https://karmafx.net Sun, 8 Dec 2019 Helge Ohlenbostel from Sonic Sirius has generously released a really cool, free soundset for KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.20. Inside you will find 128 Quality Presets in the genres Bass, Dance, New Wave, Electro, Sci-Fi, Modern Synth Music. Check out the demo preview below and download the bank directly from Sonic Sirius or from the KarmaFX Patches section. Sonic Sirius writes:

“ Hi KarmaFX Synth Modular Users, Music Makers, Robots and Aliens. Here are 128 High-Quality-Presets a Thank-You Present for the excellent KarmaFX Synth Modular Virtual Synthesizer. Thanks to the KarmaFX Synth Modular Team, for this innovative, highly recommended Synthesizer. KarmaFX Synth Modular is one of the Best Modular Soft Synth ever made. ”

Sonic Sirius Soundset preview:
]]> Psychogenius by Psychogen album out now! https://karmafx.net Sat, 30 Nov 2019 It is no secret that KarmaFX Synth was born out of love for electronic, techno, dance, and trance music, and was inspired by the great vibe in these genres back in the 90'ies. I (Kasper) personally was into Goa trance, and making music with my friend Emil. It is therefore with a great sense of nostalgia and pride that we today present the finished album Psychogenius by Psychogen:

Eleven previously unreleased Goa trance tracks straight from the 1998-1999 era, with inspiration from renowned artists at that time. The tracks have been digitally remastered, while kept true to their original sound, and released by DAT Records on their Unreleased Goa Records label. These tracks are old as in oldschool, as they have been sitting on a harddisk for more than 20 years, and havn't seen daylight, until now.

But the nostalgia also stems from the fact that these tracks were the very first to feature KarmaFX Synth Modular. This was before it was made public or was even a VST. KarmaFX Synth was made as a tool, to make the music that we wanted to make. It makes me happy that this tool for many years has been in the hands and ears of the rest of the world, and now also the music. Enjoy!

Album is available digital-only on: Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Traxsource, Junodownload, + more...

Psychogenius by Psychogen preview:
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular Black Friday Sale! https://karmafx.net Fri, 29 Nov 2019 Just like last year, Black Friday won't go down unnoticed. KarmaFX Synth Modular in on Sale all weekend. 35% Off!

Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular tune by Burnt Wurlitzer https://karmafx.net Wed, 27 Nov 2019 Burnt Wurlitzer has generously shared a really cool demotune called "The Great Wheel", made exclusively with 9 instances of KarmaFX Synth Modular. You can find more music by Burnt on his bandcamp page: https://burntwurlitzer.bandcamp.com/. Burnt writes:

“ It is old fashioned! Very mid-'70s...but I still love Tangerine Dream during their 70s jamming period & Klaus Schulze (Who has always been an improvisor.) That's what got me into synthesizers. All patches written for KarmaFX today and the only non-KarmaFX plugins used were limiters and master EQ. ”

"The Great Wheel" by Burnt Wurlitzer:
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.20 released! https://karmafx.net Mon, 04 Nov 2019 KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.20 is out now for both PC and Mac. Full install is required. This update contains some brand new features, including usability improvements, performance improvements and optional GUI scaling. It also contains some important bugfixes. See full changelog below.

Get it now using your regular download link or by right-clicking and choosing "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.20 build 6468 changelog.
  • Added support for scaling the window and UI by 200%, to cater for skins on HiDPI/4K displays.
  • Added up to two octaves rangescale and snap option to FM modules frequency tune.
  • Reverb Module is now in stereo by default.
  • Doubled the internal timing-resolution of exponential attack/decay in Compresser/EnvFollow.
  • Removed legacy denormal checks in 64bit version. Now relies on DAZ exclusively.
  • Frequency display is now shown log-scale and in dB.
  • Osc1 and Osc2 Pulsewidth modulation-mode is now linear by default.
  • Added Osc1, Osc2, Additive and Pad inline/loop-unrolling optimizations.
  • Reduced memory footprint of loaded patches by not allocating output buffers for unused machines.
  • GUI: Added LFO (and S&H) beat-sync readout to display when Sync is on. Shown as 0.5x, 1.0x, 2.0x, etc. cycles per beat. (Thanks Derick!)
  • GUI: Changing note length/velocity in pattern module can now be done with left mouse button and holding shift (as opposed to using right mouse button).
  • GUI: Reduced UI background drawing overhead when modules are static (to increase performance and reduce power drain).
  • GUI: Added internal paint performance timer.
  • Installer: Mac/OSX PKG file was not using XAR/Toc SHA1 hashing, causing installation to fail on OSX 10.14+. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: WAV file reader would fail on certain .WAVs with broken chunk padding. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: SF2 Loader would always fail with a SoundFont open error on Mac OSX, 64 bit only. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: HFO rate could not go below 44Hz in FM Mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Internal Osc in FM and HFO modules could cause clicks when triggered. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Internal Osc upped to 64 bit precision, due to precision artifacts at low frequencies (affects internal modulation and HFO/FM)
  • Bugfix: Reverb SSE path was disabled in v1.19 32 bit version. Fixed and rewrote SSE path.
  • Bugfix: SSE mixing path was disabled in 64 bit and on Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Noticeable retrigger bug in NotePitch module. Would revert back to previous note on a note-off event in mono mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Portamento frequency would snap to target note on note-off event in mono/legato mode. Fixed. (Thanks Ortseam!)
  • Bugfix: S&H would not trigger correctly at low rates as it was using the previous target value as the new interpolation value. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Cutoff frequency was acting wrong in Zolzer Highpass. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed zipper noise in Distortion Amount parameter.
  • Bugfix: Hitting Record in Sampler many times could cause the synth to crash. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: For correct attack, compressor now only stops internal processing of silence when reaching unity gain.
  • Bugfix: GUI would sometimes redraw incorrectly for modules placed partly outside screen borders. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Tweaking Sampler Start Offset could cause overflow. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Output rangescale options of 12dB and 24dB were off by 1dB in output module. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Output modules DC filter is now reset on module toggle on/off.
  • Bugfix: Pad Module soft-ramping could click due to phase reset in ramp period. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Step module would free-run on initialization regardless of trigger setting. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Pattern module note-triggers could drift out of sync when looped. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Pattern module Frequency was not sample-accurately synced to pattern note-triggers. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Step module could drift out of sync. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Portamento in NotePitch-, Frequency- and Pattern-modules would always slide from C2 on first note trigger. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: FM and HFO modules M/C Ratio could show a different ratio than actual ratio due to internal rounding differences. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Checking for update could potentially crash the synth on Windows, due to missing NULL termination in HttpOpenRequest. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Version info in About dialog would not show up correctly on later versions of Mac/OSX. Fixed.
  • Demo installer is now codesigned with security certificate.
  • Postfix: Clicking Freq button next to wavedisplay could crash the synth in 64bit. Fixed in Build 6465. (Thanks dllmusic)
  • Postfix: Security certificate update on Mac/OSX. Build 6466.
  • Postfix: Zolzer filter could blow-up for samplerates above 44.1kHz. Fixed in Build 6467. (Thanks Koshdukai)
  • Postfix May/2020: Mac/OSX could crash randomly in NSPaint, due to incorrect buffer size in CGProvider. Fixed in Build 6468. (Thanks dllmusic)
]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.2 released! Wed, 18 Oct 2019 KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.2 has been released. This upgrades all plugins to support both 32 and 64 bit. The update also contains minor bugfixes. Please see full changelog below and get it here. If you enjoy this update, please don't forget to donate to support future updates.
KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.2 changelog.
  • All plugins upgraded to support both 32 bit and 64 bit hosts. Plugins placed in two separate installers.
  • All plugins upgraded from VST SDK 2.3 to 2.4, while still using the 2.3 interface.
  • Changed display names in KarmaFX Filter from "Lowpass", "Highpass", etc. to "LP", "HP", etc.
  • Updated weblinks in plugins to point to https://karmafx.net.
  • Bugfix: GUI knobs would sometimes jitter when rotated. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Rewrote BeginEdit, EndEdit calls for sliders in KarmaFX Equalizer.
  • User's Manual has been updated to revision 1.04.
  • Installers are now signed with a security certificate.

]]> Summer Sale 2019 https://karmafx.net Wed, 31 Jul 2019
KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package that has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy

KarmaFX wishes everyone and a refreshingly warm and magical summer! Sale is valid till end of August.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular in Computer Music's Synth Classics https://karmafx.net Tue, 14 May 2019 KarmaFX Synth Modular is featured in this months Computer Music "Under-The-Radar Synth Classics", page 59. A clever step-by-step guide takes you through the patching of an additive synthesis instrument, using several Additive modules controlled by ADSR envelopes, to get a controlled, dynamic timbre without using any filters.

CM writes:

“ Now let's build a proper, if simplified, additive signal path with no filters and multiple envelope generators. for this we'll use KarmaFX Synth. ”

]]> X-Mas Sale 2018! https://karmafx.net Fri, 14 Dec 2018
Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy
KarmaFX wishes you a merry X-mas, and a modular new year 2019!!

]]> Summer Sale 2018 https://karmafx.net Wed, 4 Jul 2018
KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package that has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy

KarmaFX wishes you a happy holiday, and a warm and magical summer.

]]> KarmaFX Synth in Computer Music's Roundup on Modular Environments https://karmafx.net Mon, 26 Mar 2018 KarmaFX Synth Modular is featured in this months Computer Music Roundup on Modular Environments: "Patch your own virtual sonic adventures with these systems.", page 18.

CM writes:

“ KarmaFX Synth: A simple setup with all the building blocks you need to create complex routings. ”

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular demotune by Niels Bye Nielsen https://karmafx.net Sat, 13 Jan 2018 Niels Bye Nielsen has generously shared a really cool demotune made exclusively with KarmaFX Synth Modular.

Niels is a talented musician and composer known for his awesome work in many commercials, video games, films and TV shows. You can listen to the demotune below, or on soundcloud, where you'll also find the full patch list. Check out more music by Niels here: http://byelye.com.

"Karmakaze" by Niels Bye Nielsen:
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular featured in Computer Music Magazine https://karmafx.net/ Mon, 8 Jan 2018 KarmaFX Synth Modular is featured in this months Vintage Synthesis cover feature in Computer Music Magazine.

CM writes:

“ ...let's dive into the deep end by building a vintage-style waveform from the ground up. To do this, we're going to call upon KarmaFX Synth, a mighty modular with an additive oscillator. ”

Interestingly, the synths additive module is used to recreate a classic analogue synth square wave with characteristics similar to the Korg MS-20 and Prophet 5.

]]> X-Mas Sale 2017! https://karmafx.net Mon, 4 Dec 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc and get it here: https://karmafx.net/buy

The very best wishes for the coming holiday, a merry X-mas and a happy, modular new year to all of you!

]]> Summer Sale 2017 https://karmafx.net Mon, 10 Jul 2017
It has never been easier to create your own modular synth leads and soundscapes. KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored. It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

Check out the introductory video: https://karmafx.net/videos and order the synth right here: https://karmafx.net/buy.
KarmaFX wishes everyone a fantastic summer and a creative and inspirational holiday! Sale lasts until end of August.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular wins the Technofile Awards 2016 Silver price https://karmafx.net Mon, 24 Apr 2017 We are happy and proud to report that KarmaFX Synth Modular has won The Technofile Awards 2016 Silver price in the category "Best Modular Soft Synth"! The Technofile writes:

“ ...Despite the many modules on offer, KarmaFX Synth Modular is incredibly easy to patch, thanks in part to the minimal skeuomorphism. Modules appears as easily understandable building blocks reminiscent of Max or Quartz Composer and there are over 1300 presets to get you started. If you want a self contained modular soft synth that's easy to use, has extensive sonic possibilities and sounds fantastic, KarmaFX Synth Modular is an excellent choice. ”

Read the full review here: http://thetechnofile.com/

The Technofile, published by MC Rebbe, brings you independent reviews and previews of all the latest hardware, software, books, courses and tutorials, for musicians, producers, filmmakers, photographers, animators, designers, DJs and VJs. ]]> X-Mas Sale 2016! https://karmafx.net Thu, 15 Dec 2016
At KarmaFX we would like to contribute, by kicking off the holiday sale earlier this year, with a nice 35% discount on KarmaFX Synth Modular. In case the fireplace can't, hopefully that will keep you warm and entertained all through the holidays. It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc

Merry X-mas and a happy, modular new year to all of you! Sale lasts until mid January.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.19 released! https://karmafx.net Mon, 05 Dec 2016
This update contains some crazy new features, including a brand new arpeggiator note masking option (see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GCOr33S23M), support for double the amount of modules instances and double the amount of internal voices! Also added a bunch of new single cycle waveforms, improved additive phase editing and transient control, and a high quality distortion option, plus much more! See the full changelog below. And yes, it's absolutely free for registered users. So go ahead and get it now using your regular download link or by right-clicking and choosing "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.19 build 6075 changelog.
  • Increased module instance limit from 8 to 16. This means that number of simultaneous running modules can now reach 97 as apposed to only 49.
  • Increased voice limit from 64 to 128, so you can have, say a 16 voice unison module in an 8 voice polyphonic patch without running out of voices.
  • Added Phase Offset knob to additive module for improved transient control. Appears only when phase editor is shown.
  • Added 8x oversampling HQ option to distortion module to reduce high frequency aliasing.
  • Added Major/Minor chord modes to Unison module.
  • Added a bunch of extra single cycle waveforms to additive/pad module, including Korg Saw/Square, SquareSaw, TB Saw/Square and PhasedSaw waveforms.
  • Added shift left and shift right right click options to additive modules harmonic/phase editors.
  • Added Amplitude/Phase normalize option to right click menu in additive module.
  • Added custom note masking to pattern modules arpeggiator, to mask off certain notes in each pattern. Comes with 31 scale presets.
  • Added up/down and down/up arpeggiator modes to pattern module.
  • GUI: Added phase offset by -45 and +45 degrees options to right click menu in additive modules phase editor.
  • GUI: Added up/down button to pattern module for easy switching of patterns.
  • GUI: Parametric EQ now shows the corresponding musical note to the chosen frequency as note / cents.
  • GUI: The Scale knob in the additive module is now reset to 1.0 when a new waveform is selected.
  • GUI: Additive waveform dropdown now shows up to 50 waveforms (was previously 20).
  • GUI: Improved accuracy of pattern module note display and editing.
  • Bugfix: Controller modules are now reset on song start/stop. Fixes bug with arpeggiator sometimes sounding different on successive runs.
  • Bugfix: Mouse capture in pattern module would sometimes get stuck. Fixed.
  • Minor: Added internal instance profiling.
]]> Summer Sale 2016! https://karmafx.net Mon, 25 Jul 2016
It has never been easier to create your own modular synth leads and soundscapes. KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored. It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX Synth is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc KarmaFX wishes everyone a fantastic sunny summer and a productive and inspirational holiday! ]]> KarmaFX Synth Demotune by Atom Sessions! https://karmafx.net Mon, 15 Feb 2016 Fernando Hood aka Atom Sessions has shared a seriously cool demo track made almost exclusively using KarmaFX Synth Modular. Atom Sessions is an audio experiment with deep influences from IDM, Psychill, Dub, Glitch. The man behind the name is Fernando Hood, graphics designer and music producer, born in Portugal.

Fernando writes:

“ KarmaFx Modular is an Impressive modular system thats very easy to approach, sounds seriously gorgeous and its accompanied by a very reasonable price, it will never leave my DAW and it will be apart of your workflow since the first minutes you start to play with it! ... "All Karma" was built in a few days just using KARMAFX modular and DAW. All melodies, lush pads and deep alienlike basses, synth fxs and drum effects are my own patches all written inside the wonderful KarmaFX Modular. ”

Atom Sessions has released a promotional EP called "Alpha Drifter" and have a upcomming album called "Rest for the Wicked" that should be released in the next comming months. Have a listen to the demotune below and check out more great music from Atom Sessions here: http://atomsessions.bandcamp.com/releases

Atom Sessions - All Karma
]]> Merry X-mas! X-Mas Sale! https://karmafx.net Fri, 25 Dec 2015
You might have spent the last few days with family and friends, enjoyed some good, delicious food, and perhaps even received some great presents. But regardless of how you celebrate, when all the festive dust has settled and you find yourself with some spare time, why not make some steaming hot coffee, fire up your speakers and get creative in the studio?!

KarmaFX Synth Modular is an advanced, fully modular sound package for PC & Mac. It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

This years bargin is even better, since the synth has just been updated with some brand new modules, and some brand new patches. New filters and effects, just waiting for you to twist and turn those knobs and create some refreshingly awesome, squelchy, modular sound riffs.

KarmaFX Synth Modular is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions. Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc

KarmaFX wishes everyone a merry X-mas, a happy holiday and a modular new year! Sale ends in 30 days. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.18 released! http://karmafx.net/ Wed, 09 Dec 2015
This update contains important bugfixes and some brand new modules: Two new filters (MS20 and EQ3) and two new effects (PanSpread and Maximizer), as well as some new patch banks. Get it using your regular download link or by right-clicking and choosing "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.
See full changelog below.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.18 build 6063 changelog
  • Added MS20 multimode Filter (Korg MS20 emulation), LP and HP, with 2 and 4 pole modes, saturation and drive.
  • Added EQ3, 3 band equalizer with adjustable crossover frequencies, and 2 and 4 pole modes.
  • Added PanSpread stereo expander with individual low and high spread + crossover frequency adjustment.
  • Added Maximizer module. Sonic Maximizer emulation with Low Contour, Process and Peak Detector.
  • Added Warmer waveshaper to distortion types.
  • Added new "Stash" bank by KarmaFX, with lead, bass and pad sounds + some fx and kicks.
  • Added "XenosSoundWorks" bank to installer (except for one patch using a very large sample).
  • Bugfix: Start / Stop play in host would not reset generators / modulators on Mac. Fixed. (Thanks Niels)
  • Bugfix: Turning knobs on control panel would not record automation in some hosts. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Sampler GUI sometimes made the synth crash. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Note bars in pattern module could show different heights for the same note. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Right click and drag in step and pattern module would sometimes choose the wrong bar. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Ctrl connecting wire to a knob did not work if it had previously been covered by a dropdown. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Dragging mouse on Windows/PC could make GUI stop updating due to excessive paint calls. Fixed. Throttled GUI framerate to max 60Hz.
  • Bugfix: Frequency snap info was missing in Pad module GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: CPU detection was disabled in v1.17. Fixed.
  • Pending: To get this update out fast, the manual has not been updated in this version.
  • Extended timeout in demo version.

]]> SUMMER SALE 2015! http://karmafx.net Mon, 20 Jul 2015
Just like the past years, KarmaFX Synth Modular will be offered with a refreshing 35% summer discount! So right now, this is your chance to get KarmaFX Synth at a reduced price, and for a limited time only.

It has never been easier to create your own modular soundscapes. KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored. It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX Synth is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions.
Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc
KarmaFX wishes everyone a great summer and a fantastic, productive holiday!

]]> New KarmaFX Synth demotune by Omnivox! http://karmafx.net Thu, 23 May 2015 Tomislav alias Omnivox, a psy/goa trance producer from Zagreb/Croatia, has generously produced a really cool demotune entirely using KarmaFX Synth Modular. Omnivox explains that the track was created using just tweaked factory presets available in the synth! Have a listen to the demotune below and check out more great music from Omnivox here: https://soundcloud.com/musicbyomnivox

From Omnivox:

“ I adore your KarmaFX synth, and I've been using it a lot in my music, especially kick and bass banks (like that's a surprise). Yesterday I came up with the idea to make a track with only KarmaFX synth, to show the community what a great tool it is. Anyway, I am sending you a track I wrote in last 2 hours, ... I only used outside EQ to mildly eq sound groups (percussions and lead/fx groups), apart from that all effects are within synths themselves. There are 21 instances of the synth, and they generate all the sounds, including percussions. ”


]]> Merry X-mas! X-Mas Sale! Mon, 01 Dec 2014
It might not be snowing or even be cold outside. Regardless, with the holidays coming up, perhaps now is a good time to light up the fireplace, make some delicious hot cocoa, lock the door to the studio, turn up the speakers and plunge into modular awesomeness.

It has never been easier to create your own modular soundscapes. KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored. It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX Synth Modular is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions.
Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc

KarmaFX wishes everyone a merry X-mas, a happy holiday and a modular new year! Sale ends in 40 days.

]]> Computer Music Magazine dives into Modular Synthesis https://karmafx.net/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 The December issue of Computer Music is now available and worth checking out as it packs a huge modular synthesis cover feature! KarmaFX Synth Modular is mentioned and featured in the issue, where the synth is used for some nice modular sample mangling. Video tutorial material is also available.

CM writes:

“ KarmaFX Synth easy to use, reasonably priced and provides some decidedly digital modules that are not associated with typical virtual analogue synthesis.” ... “...Turn the Comb's Feedback knob up halfway and have a listen. Get stuck into KarmaFX and build your own insane modular constructions! ”

Elsewhere in the magazine, CM compares KarmaFX Synth to the classic Moog Modular:

“ Not an emulation of the Moog system, nor a graphical language-style modular, this one lies somewhere in between, with a comprehensive collection of modules including a terrific filter with a Moog-style lowpass mode. Virtual patch cables are used but don't obscure the modules' controls. An excellent tool for education and creativity. ”

]]> KarmaFX Synth reviewed in SoundBytes Magazine https://karmafx.net/ Wed, 17 Sep 2014 In the September issue of SoundBytes magazine, Rob Mitchell reviews KarmaFX Synth Modular. And what a review!! It's very positive and a nice read, even if you are already familiar with or own the synth. The 5 cool pages are available both online and in downloadable PDF format. Rob goes into great detail, covering generators, filters and effects, the control panel, plus some of the extra bonus features that he found useful.

Rob writes:

“ I really like KarmaFX’s Synth Modular. It is very powerful, has a great sound, and includes an abundance of presets. Its large number of module types can create nearly any preset you can think up. To top it off, I think it’s much easier to use than many of the other modular synthesizer plugins out there. ”

So go ahead, head over to SoundBytesmag.net and enjoy! http://soundbytesmag.net/synthmodularbykarmfx/

]]> Indian SUMMER SALE 2014! https://karmafx.net/ Wed, 10 Sep 2014
Instead - feel good about all the time that you did get to sit in the sun, have a cup of refreshing coffee and use the extra "inside" time now for digging further into sound creation using a fully modular, and digitally sample accurate, synthesizer!! As last year, KarmaFX Synth Modular will be offered with a nice 35% summer discount! So this is your chance to get KarmaFX Synth at a reduced price, and for a limited time only, starting right now!

It has never been easier to get into creating your own modular soundscapes. KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored. It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

It is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions.
Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc



]]> Modular Synthesis Primer - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine https://karmafx.net/ Sun, 06 Apr 2014 The March issue of Computer Music (page 55) takes a deep dive into Modular Synthesis, using KarmaFX Synth Modular for building a fully modular synthesizer patch in an easy to follow step-by-step tutorial. The primer is a good read, especially if you are new to modular synthesis.

CM writes:

“ Right, let's stray into the deep end with a fully modular synth! We're going to build a modular patch from the ground up. KarmaFX Synth is an ideal modular for those learning the ropes, and a 30-day demo is available from karmafx.net. ”

KarmaFX Synth also gets an honourable mention as one of the top picks in "Three of the best Modular Synths" (page 73).

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.17 released! https://karmafx.net/ Sat, 11 Jan 2014
Synth now comes in a 32 bit and 64 bit version. Full install is required.
Registered users will receive their download links by email ASAP. Until then, the previous RC1 download link will work just as well.
On Mac, currently only one version (32 or 64 bit Audio Unit) can be installed at a time.
The demo version, downloadable from the product page, is now also available in both 32 and 64 bit.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.17 build 6045 changelog.
  • Added 64 bit support to PC/Windows.
  • Added 64 bit support to Mac/OSX.
  • Added some missing extra user patch banks to the registered Mac installer. (Thanks Geoff)
  • KarmaFX Synth Modular demo updated. Extended timeout.
]]> Coming soon: KarmaFX Synth Modular in 64 bit! Sat, 03 Aug 2013 KarmaFX Synth Modular will soon be out in a 64 bit version!

All registered users have received an email with the release candidate download link for v1.17 RC1 build 6043.
32 bit and 64 bit installers are available for both PC and Mac.

If you feel brave and want to take it for a spin in your favorite 64 bit or 32 bit host, please download and try it out.
However, please note that this is not the final version. A stable, final version will (hopefully) be released very soon. Stay tuned! Update 08/06-2013: KarmaFX Synth 1.17 RC1 updated to build 6044 on Win32/64.
  • Bugfix: Release DLL was missing manifest causing load to fail in several hosts.
]]> SUMMER SALE 2013! Tue, 16 Jul 2013
But when you're done hanging out at the beach, all tanned and heading back to the studio, ready to make some great tunes, why not brush off the sand and enjoy a KarmaFX Synth Modular snack with a crunchy 35% summer discount? This is your chance to get KarmaFX Synth at a reduced price, and for a limited time only, starting right now!

KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored. It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

Check out the introductory video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvc

KarmaFX wishes everyone a great summer and a fantastic, productive holiday!
Peace! and don't forget to spread the word!
]]> CR-78 kick drums - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Tue, 16 Jul 2013 In the July issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida delves further into the wonders of the Roland CR-78 beatbox, recreating its bass drum, all using the modules in KarmaFX Synth Modular.

Scot writes:

“ ...I've synthesised a number of different kick drum sounds in Sound Essentials over the years, but I've never tried to create a replica of a specific sound; it's harder than you might think! Not as huge as a detuned TR-808 kick, the CR-78's bass drum is nevertheless a classic. Let's fire up KarmaFX Synth and load up the CMBasic patch... ” ]]> Metal Beat - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Sun, 23 Jun 2013 In the June issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida recreates the signature sounds of the classic Roland CR-78 drum machine, all using the modules in KarmaFX Synth Modular.

Scot writes:

“ Let's whip up a couple of CR-78-inspired percussion sounds. I said I'd use a modular package, and for that I'll turn to KarmaFX Synth once again. ” ]]> ARP Pro Soloist - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Sun, 28 Apr 2013 Scot Solida gets nostalgic for an abandoned monosynth, and emulates the ARP Pro Soloist using legato and aftertouch in KarmaFX Synth Modular. In the April issue of Computer Music, Scot writes:

“ ...we're going to create the sound of an exceedingly simple synthesiser with one of the most flexible instruments out there: our dear old friend KarmaFX Synth. ” ]]> Shimmer and boil - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Sat, 12 Jan 2013 In the january issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida celebrates the witching season with and age-old modulation technique: Creating bubbling and shimmering sounds using Sample & Hold. All using KarmaFX Synth Modular. Scot writes:

“ You just knew it had to be KarmaFX Synth again, didn't you? The fact that its sample and hold function works much like that of a hardware modular makes it an obvious choice for recreating a patch I made on The Big Fella (my huge modular system). ” ]]> Merry X-mas! X-Mas Sale! Wed, 12 Dec 2012
So, if you have been wanting to break out of the fixed-path-synthesizer cage, and plunge into modular awesomeness, now is your chance! For a limited time only. Sale ends in 30 days.

For a quick introduction to the synth and its many features, check out this video. KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX wishes everyone a merry X-mas, a happy holiday and a magical new year!
EDIT: 01/12/2013: Sale has ended.

]]> KarmaFX Synth 1.16 updated Tue, 27 Nov 2012
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.16 build 6033 changelog.
  • Bugfix: Audio Unit Instrument had no sound in Presonus Studio One 2. Fixed. (Thanks Caspar)
  • KarmaFX Synth Modular demo updated. Extended timeout.
]]> Aggressive behaviour - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Wed, 17 Oct 2012 In the autumn issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida goes through some clever synth programming for creating a distorted guitar type sound using Pulse width modulation. All using KarmaFX Synth Modular. Scot writes:

“ For my solo recordings, I use my massive analogue modular system. Fortunately, our dear old KarmaFX Synth offers everything we need to do much the same job. ” ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular featured on SYNTHDemo Sat, 01 Sep 2012 SYNTHDemo have posted a video featuring KarmaFX Synth Modular, so cool that it deserves mention here. They write:

“ All sounds including drums and vocal are from KarmaFX. No external FX used except light limiting on the master. ” “ ...This is an amazing sounding synth and very flexible with a huge range of modules. If you're quick you can still catch it at the summer sale price of 48 euro or $72 US. ”

Nice sounds and arrangement guys. Thanks so much for posting it!

]]> Ringing in your ears - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Thu, 30 Aug 2012 In the latest issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular for wringing percussion patches from little more than a ring modulator. In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, September 2012 issue, Scot writes:

“ We need a modular synth, so I'm calling upon KarmaFX Synth Modular - its high-level modules make it a perfect learning tool. If you don't own this beauty, you can get the demo at www.karmafx.net. ”

]]> New KarmaFX Synth Modular Introductory Video Sun, 05 Aug 2012 Youtube. The video gives a brief introduction to the synth and some of its many modules. Please follow and Like us on Facebook, and find more KarmaFX videos on our Youtube channel.

The awesome KarmaFX Synth-made music in the video was done by BluffMunkey.

]]> SUMMER SALE 2012! Mon, 16 Jul 2012
For that reason, KarmaFX wants to celebrate the holiday by cutting 35% off the price of the awesome, award winning KarmaFX Synth Modular! KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

For a limited time only, so get it while it's hot! Sale ends September 1st.
EDIT: 09/01/2012: Summer Sale has ended.

]]> Off the beaten path - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Sun, 06 May 2012 Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to create a full percussion track powered by just one oscillator. In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, May 2012 issue, Scot writes:

“ To make this sound like a drum machine, we need KarmaFX Synth's Step module. ”

]]> Custom Waveforms - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Sun, 25 Mar 2012 Scot Solida explores the concept of resynthesising on the wave cycle level using the Additive module in KarmaFX Synth Modular. In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, April 2012 issue, Scot writes:

“ You're not playing a sample - you're playing an additive recreation of it! ”

]]> BluffMunkey Track featuring KarmaFX Synth Sun, 04 Mar 2012 BluffMunkey, a talented Sound designer, Producer and Remixer from UK, has generously shared his track "Mysteria". Done almost exclusively with KarmaFX Synth Modular! Check it out below and listen to more stuff from BluffMunkey on SoundCloud.



]]> In the Crossfade - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Fri, 02 Mar 2012 Scot Solida bigs up one of the most overlooked techniques in the sound designer's toolbox: The crossfade. In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, March 2012 issue, Scot writes:

“ The sound in question began as an idea I had for shifting timbres by sequencing or modulating between two sounds using a fade module on my modular. Unfortunatly, the modular was in use at the time, so I cobbled together something using KarmaFX Synth instead. It worked beautifully and was easily translated into a patch on the big fella later. ” ]]> New Track from Wavetraxx featuring KarmaFX Synth Thu, 01 Mar 2012 Wavetraxx alias Chris Menzi, latest track "Alternativ" features KarmaFX Synth!

According to Chris, KarmaFX Synth is used for the ARP Element in the break, and some rhythmic sounds in the intro/endingpart. Check it out below!

]]> Brass Timbres - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine Sat, 14 Jan 2012 Computer Music's resident sound designer, and Modular Synth abuser Scot Solida, gets the horn for powerful, punchy and entirely synthetic brass sounds. All in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, January 2012 issue.

Scot writes:

“ While you can certainly create a good horn patch on a fixed-path synth, you'll be able to add much-needed complexity with a modular instrument. With that in mind, we're going to be using KarmaFX Synth Modular. ” ]]> Merry X-mas! X-Mas Sale! Mon, 05 Dec 2011
If you have been wanting to break out of the fixed-path-synthesizer cage, and plunge into modular awesomeness to take full control over your soundscapes, now is your chance! For a limited time only. KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

Sale starts today, december 5th! KarmaFX wishes everyone a merry X-mas, a happy holiday and a magical new year 2012!
EDIT: Sale extended 5 more days! Now ends 10th of january!!
]]> KarmaFX Synth 1.16 released! Sun, 13 Nov 2011 Update contains bugfixes.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.16 changelog.
  • Bugfix: Stereo samples in sampler could get truncated on load. Fixed. (Thanks Robert)
  • Bugfix: Samplerate in Audio Unit would not work with anything but 44.1kHz. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Audio Unit upgraded to latest SDK. Now requires minimum OS X 10.6.
  • Bugfix: Synth and FX Audio Units had exposed gui interfaces with the same class name. Fixed.
  • KarmaFX Synth Modular demo updated. Extended timeout.


]]> Sonic cycling - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, October issue Sun, 09 Oct 2011 Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, goes crazy with the step module in KarmaFX Synth Modular to do wavesequencing. All in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, October 2011 issue.

Scot writes:

“ There are easier ways to do what we're going to do, but we'll get the most out of using a modular instrument such as KarmaFX Synth Modular. ” ]]> Spectral resynthesis - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, August issue Sun, 09 Oct 2011 Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to play with spectral resynthesis in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, August 2011 issue.

Scot writes:

“ We need a software modular synth to replicate the spectral shenanigans that I like to patch on my big modular or within the Kyma System. I'm turning to KarmaFX Synth Modular (karmafx.net), since it's easy to use no matter what your level of experience. ” ]]> KarmaFX Synth reviewed in Wusik Magazine, June issue Thu, 01 Sep 2011 KarmaFX Synth Modular is reviewed by Ben Paturzo in the June 2011 issue of Wusik Magazine (page 54). The review is very well written and positive, and also contains some historical facts about modular synthesis in general. The synth is even featured in a very nice article on Additive synthesis in the same issue (page 13). You can read the whole issue online here. Ben writes:

“ The modules in KarmaFX and the way they can be arranged and routed come closest, in my opinion, to the original spirit and operation, especially in terms of layout and patching, of the modular synthesizers that Robert Moog (and others) made. ....
KarmaFX is a solid performer and a delight to use. Bob Moog would be proud. ” ]]> SUMMER SALE 2011 ! Thu, 16 Jun 2011
That's right! So if you're serious about synthesis, and want to take the plunge into modular sound creation or just spice up your music with some killer modular patches, now is your chance to do so at a reduced price, and for a limited time only, starting now!!

KarmaFX wishes everyone a great summer and a happy holiday! 8-)
Simply click here to buy and have fun during those long, warm summer evenings!

EDIT: 09/05/2011: Summer Sale has ended.
]]> Taking FM analogue - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, June issue Wed, 01 Jun 2011 Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, turns frequency modulation on its head by pursuing this typically digital technique using a modular "analogue" synth. All in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, June 2011 issue.

Scot writes:

“ I'm using KarmaFX Synth (karmafx.net), since it has solid, prefab modules that don't require any messing about under the hood. ” ]]> New Track from Wavetraxx featuring KarmaFX Synth Tue, 08 Mar 2011 Two new exclusive tracks from Wavetraxx: One of the leading hardtrance producers!

First track is called: Meriton Celiku - Love7 (Wavetraxx Remix) and has not been released or published yet. Done by Christoph Menzi/Wavetraxx (left) and Meriton Celiku (right). Leadsound was created with Sylenth1, KarmaFX Synth and Virus Powercore!

Second track fresh from the studio is Wavetraxx Nightingale. KarmaFX Synth was used for some background soundelements and for the lead on this awesome sounding track.
Thanks so much Wavetraxx! Keep it up!


Meriton Celiku - Love7 (Wavetraxx Remix)


Wavetraxx Nightingale Demo
]]> Shepard's Pie - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, January issue Sun, 16 Jan 2011 Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, demonstrates how to create the shepard tone, a sound that creates an illusion of continuosly ascending or descending pitch, All in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, January 2011 issue, this time using the Mac / OS X version of the synth.

Scot writes:

“ It's easy to forget that mixers can be routed just about anywhere in a modular system - and that includes using them for control-level-signals. That's what we're doing here. ” ]]> Merry X-mas! Holiday Sale! Fri, 24 Dec 2010
So if you've been wanting to get into modular synthesis, now is your chance to do so at a reduced-price! For a limited time only!

KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation. Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

Sale starts today, december 24! Last day is friday, 14th of january. Click here to buy.
KarmaFX wishes everyone a great holiday and a happy new year!

]]> Pitch Modulation - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, December issue Thu, 16 Dec 2010 Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, experiments with pitch envelope modulation to produce terrifying timbres in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, December 2010 issue.

Scot writes:

“ Once our samples are trimmed and looped, we can turn to our synthesiser. We're combining sampling and synthesis. You could use Reason's Combinator, say, or a sophisticated sampler like Kontakt. Since I make my own sounds on my modular, I use KarmaFX Synth (karmafx.net). ” ]]> Synth emulation - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, Autumn issue Sun, 24 Oct 2010 Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, demonstrates how to recreate the Polymoog's unique sound using KarmaFX Synth Modular in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, Autumn 2010 issue.

Scot writes:

“ We're going to need a modular synthesiser for this exercise - and if you're a long-time reader of Sound Essentials, I probably don't need to tell you which one we're going to use. Yup, that's right - it's KarmaFX Synth (karmafx.net), ... ” ]]> KarmaFX Synth 1.15 updated! Tue, 19 Oct 2010 Users having this issue should download installer again, and reinstall.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.15 build 6024 changelog.
  • Bugfix: Synth would not appear as midi device in Cubase SX 3.1.x under Windows. Fixed. (Thanks Klaus!)
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.15 released for PC and Mac!! Tue, 12 Oct 2010 KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.15 has been released. See full changelog below.

Now, for the first time, KarmaFX Synth is also available for the Mac / OS X (Intel) / Audio Unit platform!!

Full install is required. Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

Registered users of the PC version that wish to register the Mac version too, can do so now and get a 50% discount. That's 56 USD / 38 EUR+VAT for a limited time only (and for registered users only):
Mac Upgrade:$56 USD
Mac Upgrade, EU:€38 EUR+VAT

A PC & Mac Bundle is available with the same discount, for non-registered users that want both versions.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.15 changelog.
  • Synth reverted to use the VST 2.3 interface with the 2.4 SDK under Windows.
  • Bugfix: Loading .WAV with loop-points was broken. Fixed. (Thanks Scot!)
  • Bugfix: Synth would fail to load in older hosts under Windows XP (e.g. Cubase SX 3.x.x) due to DLL dependency. Fixed. (Thanks Frank!)
  • Bugfix: Host parameter names would not update on Mac when renaming parameters or changing patches. Fixed. (Thanks Jürgen!)
  • Bugfix: Synth now handles bogus host tempos gracefully.
  • Bugfix: Mouse right button double click was not mapped on Mac. Fixed.
  • Added simple Alt-left click mouse option to simulate right click on Mac (undocumented). (Thanks Byron!)

    Mac version released!!
    Demo version expires February, 2011.
]]> Mac OS X Release Candidate Demo now available! Mon, 27 Sep 2010 The KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.14 Mac OS X (Intel) release candidate Demo (Build 6016) is now available for download on the Products page. Thanks to all the beta testers and special thanks to Jan for help with the Mac porting process!

If all goes well the release version will be ready for purchase within a week or two. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.14 released ! Mon, 27 Sep 2010 not required.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.14 changelog.
  • Bugfix: Synth would crash in Reaper when using polyphony. Fixed. (Thanks rocket34bg!)
  • Bugfix: Support was broken for samplerates other than 44.1kHz. Fixed. (Thanks Itai!)
  • Bugfix: Added missing support for the "key" keyword in .sfz loader.
  • Bugfix: Better .sfz loader error checking.
  • Bugfix: 31 band equalizer 12/24dB toggle did not show up in GUI correctly. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Shift/control keys could get stuck when openening a dialog on Mac. Fixed. (Thanks Itai!)

    Demo version expires February, 2011.
]]> Euphemiser Live on KarmaFX Synth Tue, 21 Sep 2010 Australian alternative electro producer Euphemiser (alias Adrian James) had his first live performance this September at the Brisbane Hotel, Hobart. Euphemiser uses KarmaFX for 99% of his synth needs.

Adrian writes:

"I use three to six different custom-made patches for each track, and sometimes run the live vocals through KarmaFX too...KarmaFX is as versatile as it is powerful, and so easy to use. You're pretty much just limited by CPU and your imagination."

Euphemiser uses Ableton Live 8 as DAW/host, and KarmaFX Synth both to produce backing tracks and to play live on midi keyboards.

Euphemiser's next gig is at Alley Cat on the 5th of November. Check out his music on myspace and last.fm! ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.13 released ! Sun, 19 Sep 2010 not required.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.13 changelog.
  • Bugfix: Additive module did not work due to internal FPU stack overflow. Fixed. (Thanks John!)
  • Bugfix: Changed the way the NotePitch module handles all-notes-off midi events.
  • Feedback connections are now always made with an initial volume of 0.
  • Added a "license days remaining" popup window to the demo version.

    Demo version expires February, 2011.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.12 released ! Wed, 15 Sep 2010 Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using their download link.
Apologies to everyone who updated to v1.11!
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.12 changelog.
  • Bugfix: Memory debugging was enabled by mistake in v1.11. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo!)
  • Bugfix: Small memory leak in ini file reader. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Online update would crash in v1.11. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixes for uninitialized memory.
  • Bugfix: Simplex mode toggle did not always work. Fixed.

    Demo version expires February, 2011.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.11 released ! Sun, 12 Sep 2010 Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.11 changelog.
  • Upgraded PC/Windows version to VST SDK 2.4.
  • Configuration options are now stored in an ini file in the synth folder. (Thanks Sean+audiojunkie).
  • GUI: Rewrote all GUI code, window dialogs and file access stuff to be cross platform.
  • GUI: Skins are now stored in zip files instead of dll's. (Hence, older skins will not work in this release).
  • GUI: All fonts are now bitmap based.
  • GUI: Added support for 32 bit alpha bitmaps. BMP loader automatically detects and uses alpha blending.
  • GUI: Color dodge functionality added to skin resource script to colorize bitmaps using hue, saturation and/or RGB values.
  • GUI: Scrollbars have been removed when running in low resolution. Instead modules are restricted to be within the chosen resolution.
  • GUI: 800x600 resolution option removed from Window Size menu.
  • GUI: Removed About-box bitmap from skin file.
  • GUI: Classic skin removed from installer.
  • GUI: Option to view PDF manual added to right click menu.
  • Bugfix: Fix for funky waveform background on startup in some hosts. (Thanks Corvid!)
  • Bugfix: Fixed minor memory leak due to unreleased window handles.
  • Bugfix: Fixed flickering sample region selection in sampler when resizing selection.
  • Bugfix: Loading module presets could crash the synth if parameters were modulated. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Begin/end parameter edit is now passed correctly to the host.
  • Made Mac OS X / Audio unit / Intel port (Mac version coming soon!)
  • Manual has been updated to revision 1.16.

    Demo version expires February, 2011.
]]> Coming Soon: KarmaFX Synth Modular on Mac OS X Sun, 06 Jun 2010 Mac is an important audio platform, and KarmaFX will finally be taking a bite of the apple. An Intel Mac OS X version of KarmaFX Synth is in the works! It is expected to be released around summer 2010, and is based on an Audiounit/Cocoa framework, which means that it will run natively within any recent host application on Mac OS X such as Live or Logic. ]]> KarmaFX webpage updated with new design Sat, 05 Jun 2010 The KarmaFX webpage has been redesigned and reorganized to make it easier to read. A "home" section has been added to make room for dynamic content. This should also make it easier to navigate and find what you're looking for.

Not to worry, while our looks may have changed, we are still the same underneath. ]]> Re-vox inhumana - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, May issue Sat, 17 Apr 2010 Computer Music's resident sound design guru, Scot Solida, tackles the holy grail of synthesis: convincingly emulating the human voice. He uses KarmaFX Synth Modular for creating choir patches with additive synthesis.

Scot writes:

“ It's just a few notes of the additive choir... I want to create something similar to this using a native soft synth. KarmaFX Synth (get the demo from karmafx.net) has an additive oscillator, so let's try that. ” ]]> Elemental explorations - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, April issue Sat, 20 Mar 2010 Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to create an atmospheric synth patch using a found sound in this months Computer Music.

Scot writes:

“ ...Play a low note and crank the Frequency knob all the way down. Those sounds are superbly atmospheric. ” ]]> Twang bang - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, February issue Fri, 05 Feb 2010 Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular for creating and manipulating plucked string sounds in the february issue of Computer Music Magazine's Synth Essentials column. ]]> New KarmaFX Synth produced track by Wavetraxx! Sun, 31 Jan 2010 Wavetraxx, alias Chris Menzi, one of the leading hardtrance producers has used KarmaFX Synth Modular on his latest track!!

Click on the sample below for a great, exclusive and still un-released(!), hardtrance mix showing off KarmaFX Synth Modular!

Thanks Wavetraxx!

Wavetraxx - Hardtrance Mix
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.10 released ! Fri, 08 Jan 2010
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.10 changelog.
  • Added recording functionality to the sampler module.
  • Added copy & paste buttons to the pattern module for easier pattern duplication.
  • Added "New" item to input menus that adds a new default module and automatically patches it to the respective module or knob.
  • The "New Bank" menuitem has been removed from main pop-up and added to the bank selection menu instead.
  • Re-enabled the non-resetting, analog-style envelope attack (was disabled in v1.07).
    An "Analog" option has been added to the ADSR envelope attack knob. This option is on by default. (Thanks Argitoth!)
  • Added "Crossfade Sustain Loop" option to right click menu in Sampler.
    If sustain is enabled this will alter the sample to create a seamless sustain loop by crossfading the attack/sustain/release areas.
  • The keyrange/velocity view in sampler has been extended to also show the ranges of any pressed keys.
  • A sample selection region can now be resized by shift-left dragging mouse close to the borders of the region.
  • Shift now has to be held down when pressing up and down arrows in sampler to autoload samples from disk.
  • A modules input menu now grays out the item that makes it patch to itself.
  • Shift-double clicking on sample area in sampler now selects sustain region/all of sample.
  • Default ADSR curve is now set to Exp.
  • Location of the output module has been changed in the Empty patch template.
  • Bugfix: Amplifier did not respond correctly to all-notes-off midi events. Fixed. (Thanks Al!)
  • Bugfix: Playing multisamples was broken. Sustain was wrongfully enabled when loading some SFZ files. Fixed. (Thanks cytone!)
  • Bugfix: 303Like Kybd tracking was not working in 4 pole mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed possible threading issue when connecting modulators.
  • Bugfix: Interpolation across sustain loops in sampler was broken. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed denormal issue in output module.
  • Bugfix: Reduced GDI usage. (Thanks MadGonzo).
  • Manual has been updated to revision 1.15 (requires fresh install).

    Demo version expires April, 2010.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.09 released ! Sat, 31 Oct 2009
Some of the best user banks from stuff are now bundled with the registered version, including: Alexeus Knober BASS, Consonance, Gonzo, PsyKick, PsyBass, Teh Flos Bank and The Fall. Enjoy! That's more than 1300+ patches total!!

Synth Modular price has been adjusted to take into account the recent drop in the US dollar.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.09 changelog.
  • Bugfix: Sample index was reset in sampler when loading a new sample. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Knob state was not reset after the global Show Modulation was enabled and then disabled. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Crash when routing an infinite: delay->eq10->(back to delay). Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Step sequencer not reset on transport change when trigger was disabled. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Wobbly Bobbly patch (and possibly others) were broken due to a modulation initialization bug. Fixed. (Thanks pedx1ng)
  • Bugfix: Ambience reverb was using the wrong profile compared to KarmaFX Reverb. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo)
  • Some of the best user banks from stuff are now bundled with the registered version.

    Demo version expires April, 2010.
]]> New KarmaFX Synth Video Tutorials ! Sat, 01 Aug 2009 They show selected features in the synth and are targeted at both beginners and advanced users.

To see them simply click here.

]]> Becoming a Synthesizer Wizard - New book featuring KarmaFX Synth Modular ! Tue, 16 Jun 2009 Becoming a Synthesizer Wizard KarmaFX Synth Modular is featured in a new book on Becoming a Synthesizer Wizard: From Presets to Power User by Simon Cann.

The book is an exploration into the world of synthesizers which will guide you through an introduction to synthesis, synthesizers, and sound creation in the digital realm, the building blocks of synthesis, synthesizer construction and sound design and synthesizer architecture.
Simon Cann is a writer based in London. He is the author of a number of music-related books, including: How to Make a Noise, Cakewalk Synthesizers: From Presets to Power User, Building a Successful 21st Century Music Career, Rocking Your Music Business, and Becoming a Synthesizer Wizard: From Presets to Power User.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.08 released ! Thu, 11 Jun 2009
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.08 changelog.
  • Added Fixed/Auto portamento mode option to right click menu of all porta knobs. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Added stereo option to reverb module. (Thanks MadGonzo)
  • Bugfix: Having two or more GUI instances of the synth open could cause hanging wires and result in crash. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Triangle/Square/Sine wasn't triggered correctly, sometimes causing a signal with twice the amplitude. Unison could intensify this problem causing clicks. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo)
  • Bugfix: Stereo, Minimized and On/Off settings weren't copied when cloning a module. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Osc1 trigger would not init phase in legato mode if module had been off or reset between midi events. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Chorus delay line could go out of range in stereo mode. Fixed.
  • Updated manual to revision 1.14 (Requires fresh install).

    Demo version expires November, 2009.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.07 released ! Sun, 17 May 2009
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.07 changelog.
  • Added modulation range option (of factors 1,2,4 or 8) to the right click menu of all Mod knobs.
  • ADSR module attack now always resets level on trigger, regardless of Clk option.
  • Added support for loading of .wav files with more than 2 channels, truncated to stereo.
  • The Show modulation option has now been made sticky. (Thanks to many users who suggested this!)
  • Loop_start and Loop_end info is now read on sfz import.
  • The default exponential curve in the envelope module has been inverted.
  • Slightly speeded up overall load time.
  • Improved video recording. More framerate and audio options are now available.
  • Bugfix: Multi-connecting modules while pressing Ctrl was broken in v1.06. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Since v1.05, pitchbend would only work when pitchbend wheel was repeatedly moved. Fixed. (Thanks Nick!)
  • Bugfix: Since v1.05, and annoying click could be heard on transport change (when clicking play/stop in the host). Fixed.
  • Bugfix: When importing an sfz file, an out of range lokey/hikey could make the synth crash. Fixed. (Thanks Stephen!)
  • Bugfix: Synth could crash when deleting modules in a patch with poly/unison modules. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo!)
  • Bugfix: Exported additive .wav files were saved with an incorrect header and failing to load in external wave editors. Fixed. (Thanks Stephen!)
  • Bugfix: Pad module could crash on init, due to unitialized start phase value. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Attack in ADSR module would not reset correctly in Exp mode. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo!)
  • Bugfix: Since v1.02, poly-logic would rather cut a voice than reuse a voice that was released on the exact same sample. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo!)

    Demo version expires September, 2009.
]]> Cosmosis endorses KarmaFX Deelay Wed, 06 May 2009 Legendary Goa- and Psy-Trance producer and pioneer, Bill Halsey (Cosmosis) has updated his Cosmosis Bassline Secrets, a psytrance bass tutorial, with three fresh preset banks for KarmaFX Deelay.

Bill Writes:

"...Find attached a small Cosmosis bank of psychedelic trippy delay patches for the excellent vst delay plugin by KarmaFX. If you're making Psy-trance, then delay is probably the most important effect to create a psychedelic or trippy vibe. The KarmaFX plugin is one of my favourite delay plugs in my vst folder as it contains a filter in the feedback loop, enabling dub effects as well as lots of control over panning the repeats - straight pan delay, stereo delay or L,C,R delays are possible." ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.06 released ! Mon, 02 Mar 2009 Registered users can either update online by selecting "Check for Update Now..." in the menu
or use their most recent download link again for getting the full installer.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.06 changelog.
  • Bugfix: A "Window initialization error!" message would appear in hosts where subclassing failed. Removed. (Thanks Jon!)
  • Bugfix: Synth could crash when connecting module to unison module in polyphonic mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Connecting a module to another module which modulates the first module could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Releasing Ctrl just before making a connection could leave a hanging non-connected wire. Fixed.

    Demo version expires September, 2009.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.05 released ! Tue, 24 Feb 2009 A few nifty features have been added and a fresh install is required. See full changelog below.
Registered users should have received their download link by e-mail.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.05 changelog.
  • Speed of oscillators and unison modules has been improved significantly.
  • Noise generator now also works in stereo.
  • Added silent output detection to filters to reduce CPU load in polyphonic patches.
  • Chorus sound has been improved: Depth and delays range have been increased from 80ms to 200ms. Max number of stages has been increased from 3 to 8. A delay modulator is allocated per stage to let LFOs run out of phase. New "phase offset" parameter added for controlling LFO phase. (Thanks MadGonzo!)
  • "Straight" unison is now the default mode in Unison module.
  • Online update will now also download and run full installer updates. [requires fresh install]
  • Bugfix: Sampler would not trigger on very first note when GUI was minimized. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Switching a module connected to the notepitch module between stereo and mono could cause notepitch module to loose a polyphonic voice. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Notepitch module could in some situations play the same key in two or more polyphonic voices, causing the amplifier to leave hanging notes. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: To prevent hanging notes, the Amplifier and Notepitch modules are now reset when the midi stream is interrupted.
  • Bugfix: Silent modulators would not free the CPU as much as disconnected modulators. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Midi events are now deltaframes sorted to prevent midi trigger inconsistencies in different hosts. (Thanks Klaus!)
  • Bugfix: Pseudo random generator in LFO is now reset on trigger and transport change for true deterministic randomness.
  • Bugfix: SFZ parser would fail and crash the synth on files without newline breaks after sample filenames. Fixed. (Thanks Jeremy!)
  • Bugfix: Damping was computed wrong in reverb module causing unwanted ringing. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo!)
  • Bugfix: Amplifier would not always pass sound when trigger was off. Fixed. (Thanks Matthew!)
  • Bugfix: Infinite loop test could crash the synth when making a new connection in a patch with a working infinite connection. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: EQ31 settings were not cloned correctly in polyphonic mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Synth did not respond to "all notes off" midi event causing hanging notes in some hosts. Fixed. (Thanks ksn!)
  • Bugfix: All LFO instances did not reset on transport change. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed memory leak when loading new patch. [requires fresh install]
  • Bugfix: Synth would crash when saving Sampler module patches with sample filenames longer than 127 chars. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Backward loop mode in sampler could cause overflow error. Fixed.
  • GUI: Bugfix: The background color of EQ31's display was wrong. Fixed.
  • User's Manual has been updated to revision 1.12.

    Demo version expires August, 2009.
]]> All together now - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, February issue Thu, 05 Feb 2009 Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to fatten up waveforms while uncovering the unique undulations of the unison effect (without even touching the unison module). All in this months Synth Essentials column.

Scot writes:

“ We'll can take control over each and every parameter, giving our unison tone a distinct edge over the prefab variety. All we need is a modular synth and a computer with enough grunt to run the thing! ” ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular Reviewed in Computer Music Magazine, January issue Thu, 15 Jan 2009
KarmaFX Synth Modular is reviewed in the January issue of Computer Music Magazine. It receives a whopping 9/10 rating and their Computer Music Value Award!

CM writes:

“ If you're looking for a modular synth that works well in a sequencer environment, then we have no hesitation in recommending this one, especially as it's so reasonably priced. ”

CM Verdict: 9/10

“ KarmaFX Synth Modular is a great buy, especially for synth fiends in danger of outgrowing their current instruments ”

The full review can be read online here.
]]> Dead Ringers - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, January issue Thu, 15 Jan 2009 Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth for emulating old-skool drum machines and using self-oscillation for adding zing, in this months Synth Essentials column.

Scot writes:

“ We need a lot of flexibility to create the ringing filter signal path, so a modular synthesiser is an obvious choice. As usual, I'll be calling upon KarmaFX Synth Modular... ” ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.04 and Plugin Pack 2.1 released ! Mon, 17 Nov 2008 The updates mainly contain bugfixes. See changelogs below.
A couple of new features have been added to the Synth and a fresh install is required.
Registered users should have received their new download link by e-mail.
Synth Modular price has been adjusted to take into account the recent rise in the US dollar.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.04 changelog.
  • Added Kybd tracking support to parametric filter (in lowpass, highpass, bandpass and notch mode).
  • Replaced random waveform in lfo with one that has 1 step-change per period unlike old random that does 16.
    Old random has been renamed to 'Random16'.
  • Added right click volume-range option (+6dB (default), +12dB or +24dB) to output module. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Added Clk option to Envelope and Step modules.
  • Added Linear, Cubic and Hermite curve modes to Envelope module.
  • Sampler now also imports loop info from .wav files if available.
  • Added limited support for .sfz soundfont import in Sampler. (Thanks Jeremy)
  • Updated and added a few new patches. Changed almost all patches to be tuned in C. [requires fresh install]
  • GUI: Display in Sampler, Envelope, Additive, Pad, Step and Pattern can now be scrolled and zoomed using mouse wheel.
  • GUI: Envelope and Step displays can now be zoomed/scrolled vertically by holding shift and using mouse wheel.
  • GUI: Envelope control points now auto-snap to zero amplitude.
  • GUI: Sustain markers now change color when selected/dragged + Added extra bottom handle for easier editing.
  • GUI: Added waveform save option to Pad module. (Thanks Stephen)
  • GUI: Added simple gradient support to displays for future skins. (Thanks Rick)
  • GUI: Created new default skin. Old skin is still there but now known as 'Classic'. Blue skin is now included with the demo, whereas Synchro skin has been removed from the demo to save bandwith.
  • GUI: Envelope curves can now be flipped by double right-clicking.
  • GUI: Added Invert option to right click menu in Additive/Pad modules.
  • Bugfix: Patching modulator to ADSR could make the synth crash due to a compiler error. Fixed. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Frequency snap rounding error: Turning the control knob to -63 would set the semitone to -11 when it should be -12. Same for octave and cents. Fixed. (Thanks sweet_trip)
  • Bugfix: When creating new banks a "recreating index.txt" message would appear since v1.02. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Tempo sync could occasionally be off by one sample causing sync to slowly drift. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: VST Host tempo is now validated before use [requires fresh install].
  • Bugfix: Step, Envelope and Parametric filter modules didn't utilize their entire display area. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Zooming and scrolling a sample in the sampler could be jerky. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Suddenly loosing mouse capture could result in hanging menus. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Display text for slider movement was shown wrong. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Zolzer Keyb tracking was not working in 4 pole mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Gain and Mod depth did not switch correctly when switching filters in parametric module. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: ADSR smoothing filter was enabled in Clk mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Resource frame count was handled inaccurately for sliders and knobs causing redraw artifacts in new skins. Skins have been updated (Thanks Rick). [requires fresh install]
  • Bugfix: Wire drawing could look funky when creating a new connection in bounce mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Custom resolution would malfunction when using simplex mode after closing/reopening the synth. Fixed. (Thanks ksn)
  • Bugfix: Detaching Unison module using Input menu could make the synth crash. Fixed. (Thanks dj.tuBIG)
  • Bugfix: Additive/Pad would in rare cases minimize and maximize randomly when receiving mouse up events. Fixed.
  • Minor performance improvements.
  • User's Manual has been updated to revision 1.11.

    Demo version expires May, 2009.
KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.1 changelog.
  • Equalizer and Reverb upgraded from VST SDK 2.2 to 2.3.
  • Reverb performance tweaks.
  • Bugfix: VST Host tempo is now validated before use in all plugins.
  • Bugfix: Equalizer had memory leaks. Fixed. (Thanks Music_Man)
  • Bugfix: Equalizer wrongfully created a memleaks log file on exit. Fixed. (Thanks Music_Man)
  • User's Manual has been updated to revision 1.03.

]]> Riveting reeds - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, October issue Thu, 02 Oct 2008 Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth to recreate convincing reed sounds in the October issue of Computer Music Magazine.

Scot writes:

“ ...While we could do a pretty good job of this with a virtual analogue, I think better results can be obtained from something a little more cutting-edge...We need a synth with an additive oscillator. KarmaFX does the job, as ever... ”

In another article in the very same issue, KarmaFX Synth is also used to recreate well known Sci-Fi sounds! ]]> Stuff section updated! Fri, 19 Sep 2008
Legendary Goa- and Psy-Trance producer and pioneer, Bill Halsey (the man behind Cosmosis and Mumbo Jumbo) has generously posted a collection of patches for KarmaFX Deelay that he uses. Also, some KarmaFX Synth banks posted on the forum earlier on have now found their way to the Stuff section.

KarmaFX humbly thanks the contributors! ]]> Leave some feedback - KarmaFX Synth featured in CM Synth Essentials, Summer issue Mon, 01 Sep 2008 Scot Solida plays with feedback in this Summer's issue of Computer Music Magazine

Scot writes:

“ Modular synthesizers offer lots of interesting feedback options. I created a track on my last album using a constantly cycling feedback loop I patched on my big Synthesizers.com modular system. KarmaFX Synth can do it too... ” ]]> More Downloadable Stuff and Tutorials for KarmaFX Synth Modular! Sat, 19 Jul 2008
Simply look for "stuff" in the menu above or click here. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.03 and Plugin Pack 2.0b released ! Sun, 06 Jul 2008 The updates mainly contain bugfixes. Registered users have been notified by e-mail.
A fresh install is required.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.03 changelog.
  • Safer memory allocation and sharing between dll's. [requires fresh install]
  • Added extra waveforms to additive and pad module. (Thanks MadGonzo)
  • Bugfix: Reading an external patch (track or fxp) that resides in a non-existing bank would crash the synth since v1.02. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Rounding error in Parametric filter could cause crash. Fixed. (Thanks Dennis)
  • Bugfix: Rounding error in Distortion module could cause output from random distortion types. Fixed. (Thanks Dennis)
  • Bugfix: Custom window size dialog would block other dialogs afterwards. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Frequency snap was not working properly in polyphonic mode. Fixed. (Thanks Dennis)
  • Bugfix: Decay in ADSR was not working when set to zero in Log mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Step and NotePattern module would not sync correctly with a pattern length of 1. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Additive modules are now initialized to random phases to avoid phase-sync when trigger is off. (Thanks MadGonzo)
  • Bugfix: Possible mem trash found and fixed in delay code.
  • Bugfix: NotePattern arpeggiator could loose sync and occasionally skip octaves. Fixed. (Thanks MadGonzo)
  • Bugfix: NotePattern's timing was off with short pattern lengths. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Porta was working strangely on note off in polyphonic mode. Fixed. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Pattern module would not pass midi control events. Fixed. (Thanks Dennis)
  • Bugfix: Deleting a modulation module connected to a polyphonic module could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Pad wavetable lookup was broken when modulating the input frequency. Fixed. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Switching to a pad module with Trigger set to off could crash the synth. Fixed.

    Demo version expires October, 2008.
KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.0b changelog.
  • Uninitialized data bug found and fixed in Equalizer.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.02 released ! Fri, 06 Jun 2008 Registered users have been notified by e-mail.
A fresh install is required.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.02 changelog.
  • When a bank's index file is missing the synth will now recreate a new index file from the files residing in the folder. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • GUI: Added support for custom window sizes, from 400x400 to 4096x2048. [Requires fresh install]
  • GUI: Control panel now snaps to its default position in the bottom of the main window.
  • GUI: Added simple (undocumented) support for runtime screenshot and video recording (incl. audio) for tutorial purposes.
  • Bugfix: Noise modules are now initialized with random seeds to avoid phasing effects in non-trigger mode. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Synth would freeze inside Cakewalk Sonar 7.x. Turns out Sonar doesn't allow more than one stereo input, so a workaround for Sonar has been made. [Requires fresh install].
  • Bugfix: Crash after importing a wav into the additive module and then minimizing it. Fixed. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Improved polypony intelligence since notecuts could happen randomly. The new scheme finds the channel with the oldest released note. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: SSE DAZ-mode detection could trash memory. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Range and snap options were not copied when cloning modules. Fixed. (Thanks Scot)
  • Manual updated (Revision 1.10).

    Demo version 1.02 expires October, 2008.
]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.0 released ! Mon, 05 May 2008 A new version of the KarmaFX Plugin Pack, version 2.0, has been released. During the hectic months up to the release of the KarmaFX Synth Modular, development of the KarmaFX Plugin Pack was heavily down prioritized. Therefore it is now time for an update of this useful pack of VST effects. Bugs have been fixed and features have been added or improved. The main change however, is the inclusion of a brand new 15 page User's Manual.
KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.0 changelog.
  • Added performance improvements.
  • Added SSE3 code path and memory optimizations to Reverb plugin.
  • Plugin dll's are now compressed for faster load times.
  • Individual version numbers for the plugins have been removed.
  • The plugin pack now includes an (optional) 15 page User's Manual in PDF format.
  • Equalizer has been extended with optional Low and High shelving and an extreme 36/48/96dB boost switch. (Thanks Outside Context Problem)
  • Bugfix: Automating many parameters simultaneously could malfunction in all plugins. Fixed. (Thanks Buckley!)
  • Bugfix: Equalizer mode was not computed consistently which made it possible to select 24dB but get 12dB. Fixed. (Thanks Outside Context Problem)
  • Bugfix: Equalizer GUI Alt-moving sliders has been improved and an Alt-Shift tilt option has been added. (Thanks Outside Context Problem)
  • Bugfix: Equalizer filters modified and extended to 64 bit to reduce quantization noise. (Thanks Outside Context Problem)
  • Bugfix: Equalizer filters weren't reset when going from inactive to active state. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Equalizer's gain and mix parameters are now interpolated more to avoid zipper noise.
  • Bugfix: Equalizer on/off LED switch could cause unneccesary clicking. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Filter's cutoff frequencies shown in the GUI were inaccurate. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed tiny memory leak in GUI code in all plugins.
  • Bugfix: Fixed overflow bug in Reverb when using high damping values.

]]> The bell tolls - KarmaFX Synth featured in CM Synth Essentials, April issue Wed, 09 Apr 2008 CM's resident "king of the oscillators", Scot Solida, uses KarmaFX Synth for recreating DX7 style bell sounds in the April issue of Computer Music.

In his own words:

“ We're using KarmaFX Synth as an additive synth. ”

In the same issue, KarmaFX Equalizer is used in their feature article "The Ultimate Guide to EQ". CM writes:

“ This 31-band graphic EQ has a secret: select the frequency range you want and the bands adjust accordingly, for a total of 93 bands ! ” ]]> The KarmaFX Synth Limited-Time Introductory Offer has expired. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 ]]> Manipulating waveforms - KarmaFX featured in CM Synth Essentials, March issue Sun, 09 Mar 2008 Synth wizard Scot Solida goes back to the source with a guide to spicing up those common-or-garden saws, squares and sines in the latest issue of Computer Music. As usual he uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to show off his nifty tricks.

Scot writes:

“ The cool thing about KarmaFX Synth is that each module has a waveform display, so you can see what's happening to your signal as you shape it. ” ]]> KarmaFX Official Sponsor for Drum & Bass Event in March Fri, 07 Mar 2008 KarmaFX is happy to announce that we again are sponsoring 'Socialism' in London, 11th March.

The line up is:
DIGITAL, SAPPO, BARON, RATED X, KOMBINATE, MASSACRE, RAMSHACKLERS, ALTITUDE, FATMAN D, SHABBA, RAGE, IRIE, BENNIE D, RAGGADON. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.01 released ! Thu, 31 Jan 2008
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.01 changelog.
  • Double clicking on module captions now minimizes/maximizes them. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Patch can now be changed by clicking directly on the control panel display. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Online update version-check was unfortunatly flawed. Fixed, but fresh install is required!
  • Bugfix: Control events were not properly filtered, causing e.g., modulators to sometimes wrongly retrigger in legato mode. Fixed. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Online update could not update skin dll's due to access permissions. Fixed so they can be updated in future releases.
  • Bugfix: Minimize/Maximize module could cause clicks in output since v1.00 RC4. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: In Cantabile: Changing patch with GUI closed and then reopening the GUI would reload the last patch set inside the GUI. Fixed. (Thanks dj.tuBIG)
  • Bugfix: Sampler's SF2 Soundfont import would not always read loop-points. Fixed. (Thanks Jeremy)
  • Bugfix: Crash fix for when loading a non-existing patch from a user-edited bank. (Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Fix for crash when having more than 20 user waveforms in the Additive module.(Thanks Flos)
  • Bugfix: Imported waveforms in the Additive module were not always saved. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Changing module type would not always reset internal module state. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Vowel 1 and 2 were incorrectly named Vowel A and B in the GUI's wave display. Fixed. (Thanks Scot)
  • Bugfix: When renaming a control, a dash '-' would show up as a 'z'. Skins have been updated to fix this.(Thanks Argitoth)
  • Bugfix: Uninstaller was not included in the registered version v1.00 due to a technical issue. Resolved.
  • Manual has been updated. Did some minor changes and added bookmarks (Thanks Dom).
  • Demo version now expires after the 30-day evaluation period.
  • Patch saving in the Demo version is now disabled.

    Demo version 1.01 expires August, 2008.
]]> His Master's Voice ! - KarmaFX featured in CM Synth Essentials, February issue Tue, 29 Jan 2008 Scot Solida is back with an excellent two-page Synth Essentials column featuring KarmaFX Synth. In this February issue of Computer Music Magazine, Scot uses KarmaFX Synth Modular for Vocal Synthesis!

]]> KarmaFX Official Sponsor for Drum & Bass Event in January Mon, 17 Dec 2007   KarmaFX is happy to announce that we again are sponsoring 'Socialism' in London! This time January 15th.

The line up is: PHANTASY, DJ VAPOUR, JEMONE, KOMBINATE, DYMOND, RATED X, ALTITUDE, SHABBA D, DVS, SMOOTHIE, BREEZA & DOMINATA ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular voted #1 in Computer Music Special ! Sat, 01 Dec 2007 In the recent Computer Music Special: "The Fast Guide To Synthesis", CM have round up the most favoured commercial and free synths.

For the last 3 years KarmaFX has provided the public beta version of KarmaFX Synth Modular VST synth and effect unit as donationware. Computer Music readers have shown their appreciation for the software and this fact by voting KarmaFX Synth Modular into 1st place on the top 10 chart of best "free" synths!

CM writes:

“ ...KarmaFX Synth is, simply put, a wonder. ”

“ It's a breeze to carve out your own sonic signature with this instrument. ”

KarmaFX would sincerely like to thank all those who voted! To show our appreciation and celebrate, KarmaFX has created a special CM patch bank which is on the magazines DVD.

This issue also features an article on "Modular synthesis from the ground up" featuring a two page KarmaFX Synth tutorial.

KarmaFX Synth Modular has since reached version 1.0, and its donationware days are now over. On November 1st 2007 it was converted to shareware, but a free demo version is still available for download.

]]> Breaking the Sequence ! - KarmaFX featured in CM Synth Essentials, November issue Sat, 10 Nov 2007 KarmaFX Synth Modular is once again featured in Scot Solida's excellent two-page Synth Essentials column in Computer Music Magazine.

This time Scot shows a step by step guide on how to use the sequencer module for modulation!

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 FINAL released !!! Thu, 01 Nov 2007  
After years of development, testing and tweaking, the final version 1.0 of KarmaFX Synth Modular is finally ready! The project started back in 1998, so it has been a long journey. Thanks go out to the people who supported KarmaFX with testing, feature suggestions, patches, comments and donations during these past years!

With this release, KarmaFX Synth Modular is converted from Donationware to Shareware. This means that it is now available in two versions: A Full Registered version, that comes with extra patches, skins and a User's manual and A Demo version, free for trial use. It times-out and has limited save and update capabilities.

By this change we hope to give our dedicated users better support and avoid confusion with Freeware, which many sites mistakenly report that KarmaFX Synth Modular is. The KarmaFX Plugin Pack is not affected by this change, and will continue to be Donationware.

The Registered version of KarmaFX Synth Modular can be bought online here. People who have already donated $10 or more for any KarmaFX plugins are entitled to a free Registered version of KarmaFX Synth Modular and have been notified by e-mail.

The release of version 1.0 marks a new chapter for KarmaFX Synth Modular, but does in no way mean that development will cease. So go ahead and join us on our continued journey into the realms of modular synthesis !

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 final changlog.
  • Made the Registered and the Demo version branches.
  • Finished the User's manual for the Registered version and placed it in the "KarmaFX_Synth\Manual" subfolder.
    A shortcut is placed in the Windows Start menu on installation.
  • GUI: Added a new slick looking "Blue" skin to the Registered version.
  • Added an extra patch bank to the Registered version (Bonus Bank 1).
  • Temporarily disabled uninstaller in the Registered version due to a technical issue.
  • Reordered and created a bunch of new patches.

    The Demo version expires February, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 6, 7, 8 and 9] released ! Sat, 27 Oct 2007
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 9] changes (10/27/2007)
  • Bugfix: Minimizing Notepitch controller when chained to unison module caused stack overflow. Fixed.(Thanks flos!!)
  • Bugfix: Modulating Unison parameters in polyphonic mode crashed the synth. Fixed. (Thanks flos!)
  • Bugfix: Possible memtrash bug fixed in Notepitch/Pattern module.
  • Reordered and added a few new patches.

    Release Candidate expires November, 2007.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 8] changes (10/27/2007)
  • Bugfix: Hooking up a modulator through another module could crash the synth in poly mode. Fixed. (Thanks flos!!)
  • Bugfix: Replacing a modulator module in poly mode could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Reordered and added a few new patches.

    Release Candidate expires November, 2007.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 7] changes (10/21/2007).
  • Bugfix: Right clicking on Additive waveform selection menu could crash the Synth. Fixed (Thanks Ryan!).
  • Bugfix: HFO module could startup in overflow state. Fixed (Thanks flos!).
  • Bugfix: Sampler module's Freq knob had no effect without a controller signal. Fixed.
  • Reordered and added a few new patches.

    Release Candidate expires November, 2007.
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 6] changes (10/14/2007)
  • Bugfix: Clearing Control Panel MIDI CC assignments now actually works. (Thanks dj.tuBIG)
  • Bugfix: Changing precalc quality in Pad module could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: MIDI CC mapping only worked after openening the GUI. Fixed. (Thanks dj.tuBIG)
  • Bugfix: "Harmonics" text in the Additive and Pad displays was not shown properly. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Text in Samplers Velocity Editor was colored wrong due to sign error. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Stereo separation time display always showed 0ms in Delay module. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Step module's internal offset could go out of range. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Forward looping in Sampler could overflow with a loop size of 0. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Oscillators are now initialized to random phases to avoid phase-sync when trigger is off. (Thanks dj.tuBIG)
  • Bugfix: Crop/Cut functionality in Sampler was broken for 24 and 32 bit samples. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Right click menu in Pad's magnitude editor did not work. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed a stupid slowdown bug in RC5 (Registry was accessed in process function by mistake). [RC6]
  • Removed all patches containing large samples to save space. These will be included in a separate bank later.
  • Created a few extra patches.

    Release Candidate expires November, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 Shareware Announcement ! Thu, 11 Oct 2007 Donationware to Shareware. This means that the Synth will be available in two versions: A DEMO version that is free for trial use, and a FULL Registered version that costs money (price to be announced later).

It is therefore no longer possible to donate money in order to sign up for the full registered version.

Donations are still welcome. The KarmaFX Plugin Pack is not affected by this change, and will continue to be Donationware. People who have already donated $10 or more for any KarmaFX plugins are entitled to a free registered version of Synth Modular and will be notified by e-mail.

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 4] released ! Sun, 07 Oct 2007
KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 4] changes.
  • Enabled "Tempo Sync" option to Sampler's Delta parameter. Useful for syncing drum loops. [RC3]
  • GUI: Added a warning message to the Unison display when the max number of voices has been reached. (Thanks dj.tuBIG) [RC3]
  • Bugfix: Unison could produce strange output in polyphonic mode. Fixed. (Thanks dj.tuBIG) [RC3]
  • Bugfix: Polyphonic mode will now revert held keys when too many keys are pressed and then released.
    This only worked in monophonic mode before. (Thanks dj.tuBIG) [RC4]
  • Bugfix: More than one output from Pattern module could cause it to change tempo. Fixed. [RC4]
  • Bugfix: Holding down more than 16 notes could mem-trash Pattern module when in Arp mode. Fixed. [RC4]
  • Bugfix: Sampler's output was sometimes mistakenly detected as silent after loading a sample. Fixed. [RC4]
  • Bugfix: Minimizing Unison module could potentially crash the synth. Fixed. [RC4]
  • Bugfix: Too much memory was allocated and saved when loading samples into Sampler (since v0.99). Fixed. [RC4]
  • Re-edited all patches to make sure they generally detrigger on note-off events. [RC4]
  • Created a few new patches.

    Release Candidate expires November, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 2] released ! Sun, 30 Sep 2007 Final version will be released one or two weeks from now.
Full list of changes below.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.0 [Release Candidate 2] changes.
  • Amplifier will now skip streams from input modules if amplification is 0 for more than half a second.
    This can reduce CPU load considerably, especially with polyphonic patches.
    This also means that patches will consume 0% CPU when not playing and the GUI is closed.
  • Tweaked synth engine performance and reduced vst dll sizes for faster loading.
  • GUI: Double clicking or Shift-clicking on a wire arrow now allows you to insert a module on this wire (Thanks Matthew).
  • GUI: Additive and Pad magnitude editor is now log scaled for easier editing.
  • GUI: Renamed all "Component" references to "Module" for consistency with the manual.
  • GUI: Optimized/rewrote all waveform and curve drawing routines.
  • GUI: Added antialised drawing support. The level of antialising is determined by the skin.
  • GUI: Added even better support for custom skins. Resource files placed in a subfolder inside the Skins folder will now be detected as a "raw" skin.
  • GUI: When using raw skins, hitting Ctrl-R will now reload the chosen skin.
  • GUI: Made minor edits to the default skin (colors and gfx).
  • Bugfix: Pos in Sampler was disabled by accident in v0.99. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Stereo parameter in Pad module was bogus on first output sample. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Sampler's sustain was broken when in stereo or when multiple keys were held in non-polyphonic mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Clearing samples in Sampler while playing a polyphonic patch could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Nasty interpolation bug in delay code caused some modules to overflow. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Multiple connections to a bypassed module could return garbage. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Midi control messages like Pitchbend etc. could confuse MidiTrig module. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Portamento was broken in polyphonic mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed memory leak when replacing modules.
  • Bugfix: Fixed possible crash and memory leak when out of memory while loading samples. [new in RC2]
  • Bugfix: Arp could sometimes go out of sync in Pattern module. Fixed. [new in RC2]
  • Created a few new patches.

    Release Candidate expires November, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Official Sponsor for Drum & Bass Event in November Tue, 25 Sep 2007 KarmaFX is again sponsoring 'Socialism' in London! This time November 13th.

The line up is:
SABRE, KUBIKS, DANGEROUS, ALTITIDE, KOMBINATE, DYMOND, DJ SWAY, SHABBA, M CD & BENNIE D, IRIE MC, NU-FLO ]]> Take the Sub-way ! - This month's CM Synth Essentials features KarmaFX Synth Mon, 10 Sep 2007 KarmaFX Synth Modular is once again used in Scot Solida's excellent two-page Synth Essentials column in Computer Music Magazine.

This time Scot shows how to take advantage of Sub Oscillators!

]]> KarmaFX Official Sponsor for Drum & Bass Event in August Thu, 16 Aug 2007 KarmaFX is again sponsoring 'Socialism' in London, August 21st.

The line up is:
PARADOX, INSIGHT, MARTYN, DJ TRAX, KOMBINATE, DYMOND, DJ SWAY, MC CD & BENNIE D, MASTERMIND & DOMINATA.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.99 released ! Sat, 14 Jul 2007
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.99 BETA changes.
  • Added auto-pitchbend to "Tune" knob in NotePitch module (Thanks Rick, for the idea!).
    Enable by clicking on "Enable pitchbend" in right click menu and choose the desired range.
  • Changed internal buffer size to reduce overall memory usage (Unfortunatly this change requires a full install, online update won't work).
  • Added Stereo module with left/right volume control and -0dB, -3dB, -4.5dB and -6dB pan law panning.
  • Added external waveform (.wav) import feature to the Additive module.
  • Wav files can now be dragged and dropped onto the sampler module and the Additive module to load/import external samples.
    The Sampler can also load multiple files this way.
  • Added support for module presets. Right click on caption to activate the caption popup and choose "Presets" to access the presets submenu.
    Presets are stored in KarmaFX_Synth/Presets and named according to module class and type.
  • Changed "KarmaFX SFX" bank name to "KarmaFX Effect" (for input effects) and added "KarmaFX SoundFX" bank for synth sound effects.
  • Added extra external waveforms to the Additive module.
  • Added Pad module (inspired by Paul Nasca's padsynth algorithm), which features Bandwith and Bandwith Scale controls, and where it's possible to edit waveform, harmonic magnitude, harmonic profile and the overall frequency response curve.
  • Bugfix: New Patch->Simple Effect was broken in 0.98. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Sidechain knob modulation won't clip to range anymore.
  • Bugfix: Faster and safer memory resize functions in reverb code.
  • Bugfix: Popup windows would destroy the GUI when dragged in Cakewalk Sonar.
    Fixed by subclassing a different window and changing the window's style flags. (Tested in Sonar 6 Trial).
  • Bugfix: Missing mousewheel support fixed in Sonar, Cubase SX and FL-Studio.
  • Bugfix: Trigger in Sampler module was broken since 0.97. Fixed. (Thanks Synchro!)
  • Bugfix: Sampler now outputs silence when busy loading samples.
  • Bugfix: Better error handling when reading patches with mismatching parameter specs.
  • Bugfix: Changing NotePitch's polyphonic mode now resets internal voices.
  • Bugfix: Additive module would not restore correctly when using the built-in waveforms. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Using "Replace" module in a polyphonic patch could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Clicking "Rename" in Sampler would disable all right click menus. Fixed.
  • Created a bunch of new patches and added some from the Flos bank! (Thanks Flos!)

    This beta version expires October, 2007.
]]> Feel the pulse ! - This month's CM Synth Essentials features KarmaFX Synth Sun, 10 Jun 2007 KarmaFX Synth Modular is once again used in Scot Solida's excellent two-page Synth Essentials column. This time he experiments with Pulse width modulation.

Scot writes:

“... This month, I'm returning to that modular masterpiece KarmaFX Synth in order to unlock the arcane secrets of the pulse wave...”

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.98 released ! Tue, 08 May 2007
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.98 BETA changes.
  • Added Additive generator module with waveform and harmonic magnitude/phase editor.
    Up to 1024 harmonics with support for user defined waveform presets.
  • Added Early reflection level slider and modulation toggle-switch to Reverb module. Recoded the first four verb algorithms for better quality.
  • Added BitShuffle effect module: A (1 to 16 bit) bit-cruncher where you can pick and shuffle bits. (Special thanks to Synchro for this idea).
  • Added High Quality mode to Sampler.
  • GUI: Stick drawing is now linearly interpolated when dragging mouse.
  • GUI: Added stereo dB meters to Input module.
  • GUI: KarmaFX Synth FX (VST effect) now loads the "KarmaFX SFX" bank by default.
  • GUI: Added "Bypass" option to replace menu, making it possible to remove a module while keeping the wiring. (Thanks Stefan!)
  • GUI: Switched the "Props" and "Bank" buttons in the control panel.
  • GUI: Added rangescale menu to "Tune" knob in NotePitch module. Choose between 2, 4, 12, and 24 semitone range.
  • GUI: Added support for external raw skin (resource script and BMP images) for easier skin editing.
  • Bugfix: Right click on modules is now disabled when dialogs are shown.
  • Bugfix: Unlink of automation controls could crash the synth. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Rename of automation controls was broken in 0.97. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Clicking on "Auto Assign Midi Control" again can now be used to stop assignment.
  • Bugfix: Compressor display was not updated when collapsed. Fixed.

    This beta version expires August, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Official Sponsor for Drum & Bass Event in May Mon, 07 May 2007   Once again, KarmaFX is sponsoring 'Socialism' in London. This time its on the 31st of May and the venue is Trafik.
Visit www.trafikinfo.co.uk for more information.

The line up is:
NICKY BLACKMARKET (bm soho), T.K.O. (parameter II), MISS WENDY (breakbeat kaos), DJ BASHER (ram), SNEAR (futuredrumz), KOMBINATE (lenition), DJ SWAY (futuredrumz), MASSACRE (origin fm), MC CD (l.b.g.), YOUNGMAN MC (technique), MASTERMIND (aftershock), MC NINJA (futuredrumz).
]]> KarmaFX Synth Reviewed in Computer Music Special Issue Fri, 20 Apr 2007 One-page review and two-page tutorial in special issue of Computer Music on the top 50 free plugins of 2007: "THE CM FREEWARE TOP 50".

CM writes:

“ Your fast track to the best free music production software available today! The CM team have spent months researching and testing hundreds of freeware applications to root out the Top 50 tools for every job in your home studio. Find out what they are and how... ”

“ ...If there's a complaint to be levelled at modular synthesizers, it's that they're too complex. But KarmaFX Synth, built around a GUI that allows the user to instantiate and patch together various modules such as oscillators, filters and effects, won't leave you scratching your head. After a few minutes of playing with a factory preset, you'll be able to get the gist of what this big, beatiful beastie can do... ”

The KarmaFX Synth as well as the KarmaFX Plugin Pack is included on the accompanying CD.



]]> Cosmosis endorses KarmaFX Synth Thu, 22 Mar 2007 Bill Halsey/Cosmosis writes about KarmaFX Synth in his "ask Dr.Bill" section on the Cosmosis website, under Modular Synthesis vs Fixed Architecture.

In case you don't know: Cosmosis are one of the few artists on the Psy-Trance scene with an distinctive sound, Cosmosis were also one of the original artists that, along with Total Eclipse, Hallucinogen, Man With No Name and Astral Projection, pioneered the Goa and Psy-trance sound in the early nineties.

Bill Writes:

"If you decide that you really want to get into modular synthesis and that is your thing, then save yourself some money and download the excellent KarmaFX Modular synth. It's free/donationware and is an excellent piece of software. There, I have just saved you 700 euros :)"

]]> KarmaFX Official Sponsor for Drum & Bass Event in March Sat, 10 Mar 2007 KarmaFX is sponsoring 'Socialism' @ Inigo Bar with free plugins. A Jungle and Drum&Bass Event night Tuesday 27th March, 8pm til 2.30am,in London, SW8.

The line-up is pretty spectacular:
DJ PHANTASY (easy), MAGISTRATE (direct), DJ FU (hit & run), SIGMA UK (charge), DYMOND (advanced), KOMBINATE (lenition), DJ SWAY (futuredrumz) UK APACHI (SOUR), MC FREESTYLE (extreme), YOUNGMAN MC (technique), MC RIZLABLU (dnbww)

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.97 released ! Sat, 17 Feb 2007
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.97 BETA changes.
  • Added oversampling to Oscillator2's ring modulation.
  • Added basic online auto update functionality; making it easier to get the latest version, without re-installing the Synth. Update is applied instantly, without any need to restart the plugin or host application.
  • Moved KarmaFX Synth core functionality into "KarmaFX Synth Core.dll". This saves disk space, reduces installer-size and makes automatic updates easier.
  • Bugfix: Right clicking on module type in captions would crash the synth. Fixed. (Thanks lalo!)
  • Bugfix: Modulating delay,fine or stereo in Delay Module had unpredictable results. Fixed. (Thanks Oliver!)
  • Bugfix: Check/Uncheck of options in GUI menu was broken. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Rangescale didn't work correctly in polyphonic mode. Fixed. (Thanks Alexeus!)
  • Bugfix: GUI was updated when window was hidden, causing overhead and artifacts in some hosts. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Pattern modules notehistory wasn't cleared on startup (potential crash bug). Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fixed arpeggiator indexing-bug in Pattern module.

    This beta version expires June, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Tutorial in this Month's Computer Music Sun, 04 Feb 2007 KarmaFX Synth Modular is again used in Scot Solida's excellent two-page Synth Essentials column. This time he experiments with Sequencer modulation using the step module in KarmaFX Synth.



]]> KarmaFX site moved to www.karmafx.net ! Tue, 30 Jan 2007
The contract with the previous webhotel was terminated since karmafx.dk was "using too many system resources".
We were basically thrown out.

After some technical difficulties, the site, forum, etc. has been restored and an auto redirection from karmafx.dk will be setup shortly.
Please note that forum posts (if any) for the last two days may have been lost.
Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause!

]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.96 released ! Sat, 23 Dec 2006
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.96 BETA changes.
  • Added 303-like 2/4 pole filter. Two Lowpass and one highpass variant.
  • Added 1-32 step, 1-4 octave Pattern controller with hold, loop, and legato support and 8 user programmable pattern presets. Can work in Step and Arpeggiator (1-4 octave, asplayed/up/down) mode.
  • Added S&H Modulator: Sample and Hold with rate control (and optional tempo sync) + transition curve (for built in slew limiting).
  • Added stream and stereo/mono/mixed mode selection to Input module. Two input streams from host are supported.
  • Added smooth knob to envelope follower for lowpass-filtering the envelope.
  • Control-automation of dropdown parameters is now supported.
  • GUI: Ctrl-left click on knobs and sliders now centers a parameter (like standard VST's).
  • GUI: GUI Dialogs are now "always on top".
  • GUI: Reduced clickable area of upper left logo in the control panel (Thanks Sean).
  • Bugfix: Parameter "Reset" did not reset its linked controller. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Sample selection was also shown in key/velocity editor. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Tweaked beat-sync precision to be 100% sample-accurate (Thanks Kim!).
  • Bugfix: Fixed uninitialized data bug in Compressor module.
  • Bugfix: Zolzer filters cutoff/reso values were interpolated incorrectly. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Amplitude modulating the OUT slider didn't work in stereo in SSE code-path. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Rewrote multithreading code to get rid of all possible deadlocks.
  • Bugfix: Aftertouch in MidiData module now works, supporting both Polyphonic and Channel Pressure (Thanks DJ_Bach).
  • Bugfix: Uninitialized data bug when using Panorama in Amplifier. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Step shuffle function was broken. Fixed.
  • Performance tweaks.
  • Added a few extra patches. Reduced size of some large sampler patches.


    • This beta version expires April, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Tutorial in this Month's Computer Music Tue, 05 Dec 2006 Once again, KarmaFX Synth Modular is used in Scot Solida's two-page Synth Essentials column. This time he looks at Exploiting Noise as a modulation source.

The magazine also has a quick tutorial on how to do sidechained compression in KarmaFX Synth !

]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack Reviewed In Beat Magazine Wed, 15 Nov 2006 KarmaFX Synth Reviewed in this months issue of the german magazine BEAT.
It received a top rating of 6 out of 6 !



]]> KarmaFX Synth is Download of the Month in Electronic Musician ! Sun, 05 Nov 2006 KarmaFX Synth is Download of the Month in this months Electronic Musician.

EM writes:

“...The presets sound great and make excellent starting points for your own experiments, which is always the best way to get a handle on do-it-yourself soft synths. So download KarmaFX Synth, call up some presets, and start swapping modules. ”

Read Len Sasso's Full article here. ]]> KarmaFX Synth Tutorial in this Month's Computer Music Sun, 05 Nov 2006 Again, KarmaFX Synth Modular is used in Scot Solida's two-page Synth Essentials column. This time its Pitch Envelopes that he's working on.

Scot writes:

“If you've been following this column regularly, you'll know that I absolutely adore KarmaFX Synth. This modular powerhouse offers the sort of flexibility we need to create just about any patch conceivable...” ]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.95c released ! Mon, 16 Oct 2006
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.95c BETA changes.
  • Added Unison Controller: Up to 16 simultaneous detuned voices with volume and panspread control. Each module is internally limited to a max of 64 voices. This means that it's possible to have, e.g., 8 polyphonic voices with 8 times unison, or 4 polyphonic voices with 16 times unison. But beware, many voices are heavy on the CPU.
  • GUI: Added "zoom" option to samplers right click menu.
  • GUI: Added simple effect template to "New Patch" menu.
  • GUI: If only one sample is loaded in Sampler, up/down arrows now defaults to disk browsing for samples.
  • Bugfix: Fix for rare but annoying deadlock hang in V0.95b.
  • Bugfix: Major polyphonic bug: Slave voices were always Mono ! Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Fix for rare division by zero bug when clearing sample in Sampler.
  • Bugfix: Detune (+1/-1 semitone) in osc1+osc2+notepitch was out of tune! Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Second attempt ME memory leak fix for EQ31 module (fix now confirmed).
  • Bugfix: Improved handling of patches that are either invalid, corrupt or wrong version.
  • Bugfix: Fixed memory leak in multi-sampler when in polyphonic mode.
  • Added a few extra patches.


    • This beta version expires February, 2007.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.95b and KarmaFX Plugin Pack 1.9 released ! Sat, 30 Sep 2006
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.95b BETA changes.
  • Added multi-sample support to sampler with simple Soundfont/SF2 import.
    Replaced scale knob in Sampler with sample index knob for selecting (multi)-samples + Added sustain support with draggable start and end position-markers. + Added key/velocity range editor for changing sample ranges and root-key. + Added "sample trigger" led that auto-triggers sample when sample index changes.
  • To avoid overflow and/or machine crash or speaker damage, modules now detect very high volume-levels and self-disable with an "overflow!" warning.
  • Rewrote the Chorus, added feedback filter, and reworked its interface, so it's possible to crank out thick chorus as well as flanger style effects.
  • Added two-channel stereo Mixer to the Amplifier section.
  • Added "Panorama" option to Amplifier, that samples the current pan- position on key trigger.
  • Added keyboard tracking to Comb and Allpass filters, and increased their frequency range, so they can be used for physical modeling.
  • Increased max number of automation controls from 32 to 128. However, still only the first 32 are accessible from the control panel.
  • Added simple (delay-based) pitchshift module to Effects.
  • Improved Sampler's ramping between samples when changing position/sample.
  • Changing loop mode in sampler now instantly changes play direction.
  • GUI: Increased size of Step and Envelope modules.
  • GUI: To avoid ghost trails modules are forced to update on window redraw.
  • GUI: Added "Clone" and "Replace" options to right click on module menu.
  • GUI: Added "Bank Select" submenu to right click on background menu.
  • GUI: Added option to create a "New Bank" to right click menu.
  • GUI: Added "Antiphase" and "Negative feedback" options to Phaser.
  • GUI: Reordered right-click menu on definable knobs in controls panel.
  • GUI: Added "Shuffle" and "Flip" buttons to step sequencer.
  • GUI: Better zooming in Sampler by dragging mouse up/down in sample-display.
  • GUI: Added "ramp" option to Sampler that toggles sample ramping/crossfade.
  • GUI: Sample browse up/down buttons now browse multi samples. To do disk sample browsing press and hold shift, then click on the arrows.
  • GUI: Reorder New Patch/Store Patch in right-click menu for consistency.
  • GUI: Added Show/Hide Modulation options to right click option menu.
  • GUI: Added Rename option to right-click menu in sampler's sample-display.
  • GUI: Added simple sample selection (shift+drag) and Cut, Crop, Silence, Fade In/Out and Reverse functionality to sampler's sample-displays right-click menu.
  • Bugfix: Freq snap didn't work correctly in 4 and 8 octave mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Infinite loop check caused crash when changing input from menu.Fixed.
  • Bugfix: A sometimes hanging position marker in GUI was fixed.
  • Bugfix: Delay's Pingpong knob was inverted. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Zolzer lowpass would sometimes not work after disabling module. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Possibly removed Windows ME memleak in Step and EQ31 modules(?).
  • Bugfix: ADSR Decay and Release was too long in Exp mode. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Allpass filter zipper-noise bugfix.
  • Bugfix: Fixed patch corruption when using more than 256 char description.
  • Bugfix: Recoded Zolzer's bandpass and notch filters.
  • Bugfix: Cutting a connection wire could make the synth crash! Fixed.
  • Bugfix: A minor midi trigger/detrigger polyphonic bug fixed.
  • Bugfix: Effect/Controller were incorrectly ordered in New Sampler-Template.
  • Bugfix: Synth could crash when receiving too many simultaneous notes in mono mode.
  • Added extra skin. (Thanks Synchro!)
  • Reordered patches in categorized banks. There is now a Bass bank, a Drum bank a Lead bank, a Pad bank, and a SFX bank.
  • Made a few new patches, and added a bunch kindly contributed by friendly users.
  • Synth has been put in its own installer, to make room for patches, skins etc.


KarmaFX Plugin Pack 1.9 changes. KarmaFX Filter V1.1e 09/30/2006
  • Added more preset slots.
KarmaFX Deelay V1.1e 09/30/2006
  • Added more preset slots.
KarmaFX Reverb V1.1 09/30/2006:
  • Added more presets (Thanks Rick and Sink!) + Added more user preset slots.
  • Display wasn't updated with reverb type on preset load. Fixed.
  • Fixed memory leak.
KarmaFX Equalizer V1.1b 09/30/2006
  • Added more preset slots.
]]> KarmaFX Synth Tutorial in this Month's Computer Music Sun, 10 Sep 2006 Once again, KarmaFX Synth Modular is used in Scot Solida's two-page Synth Essentials column. This time Scot experiments with Wavetable Synthesis.

Scot writes:

“Could it be that we've gone a whole issue without using my favorite donationware plug-in, KarmaFX Synth? If you don't have it go to www.karmafx.dk and grab it. It won't cost you a dime, but please donate to the developer, if you can. Load it up and and find the preset patch Bingobongo. This makes a very good starting point for our explorations...” ]]> KarmaFX Synth Reviewed in this Month's Computer Music Mon, 10 Jul 2006 The KarmaFX Synth Modular is reviewed in this month Computer Music and compared to Reaktor, a 300£ commercial synth. It scores 8.6, where Reaktor scores 8.8. KarmaFX Synth is given 9 out of 10 in Ease of use, Sound quality and GUI; and 8 out of 10 in Flexibility and Features. Not bad for a beta.



CM writes:

“...We decided to focus instead on what has become one of our favourite modulars regardless of price: KarmaFX Synth. KarmaFX is donationware, meaning that you can download it for free, but the developer asks that you make a donation if you like it. He doesn't ask for much, and there are no nag screens to badger you into donating. We will tell you right now that you might as well send the guy a tenner, because you're gonna love it. ... ”

]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.94 released Thu, 15 Jun 2006
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.94b BETA changes.
  • Wiring two modules that produce an infinite loop, will now result in a warning giving the user a chance to cancel the operation.
  • Added range and snap options to right click menu on freq. controls in Osc1, Osc2 and Sampler.
    Choose between 2,4 and 8 octave range, and optionally snap to cents, semitones and octaves. Default is 2 octaves, no snap.
  • Tweaked keyb follow on filters.
    Setting keyb to 32 now means tracking 100% to incoming pitch, 64=200%, 0=no tracking, -64=-200% etc. (Thanks Jeroen).
  • Tweaked SSE prefetch optimizations.
  • Bugfix: Fixed possible division by zero bug in Reverb.
  • Improved performance of modulated LFO's.
  • Bugfix: Synth could modify state of incorrect module on entry point causing problems in MFC based hosts,
    e.g. SAVIHost. Fixed (Thanks Hermann).
  • Bugfix: Stupid bug had sneaked into v0.93 causing Formant filter to overflow and even crash on some systems. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Host GUI window was allowed to erase background leading to white squares in a few hosts.
    "Fixed" by subclassing the parent window.
  • Bugfix: Wire modulation volumes weren't saved with the patch. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Numerical precision could lead to signal not reaching zero with amp modulation. Fixed (Thanks Matthew).
  • Bugfix: The "Modules producing silence"-optimization resulted in sound-glitches in variable buffer size hosts. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Polyphony was broken in v0.93, especially for chords. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Legato trigger in adsr, envelope and step modules fixed.
]]> Another KarmaFX Synth Tutorial in this Month's Computer Music Mon, 12 Jun 2006 The KarmaFX Synth Modular is again used in Scot Solida's two-page Synth Essentials column. This time Scot experiments with Cross Modulation inspired by the Prophet 5.

Scot writes:

“ Simply put, the Poly Mod section of the Prophets enabled users to route the outputs of Oscillator 2 or the filter envelope back to Oscillator 1 or the filter itself. We can, of course, do the same with modern modular software. And so we shall, calling once again upon the KarmaFX Synth...” ]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack 1.7 released Sat, 03 Jun 2006 Full list of changes below.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.93b BETA changes.
  • Core sound engine optimizations + SSE optimizations enabled.
  • Modules producing silence are now disabled internally to save CPU.
  • Tweaked Moog filter - 8 pole version now works.
  • Added multi-range 31 band graphic equalizer with adjustable gain and bandwith.
  • Added aftertouch support to MidiData module (not tested).
  • Added support for loading 24 bit int and 32 bit float .wav files.
  • In non-trigger mode, modules now auto-trigger once to kickstart freerun.
  • GUI: Replaced line wires with thick, shaded, antialiased wires, that can be drawn in 3 modes: linear (default), curved, and bouncy.
  • GUI: Left pressing mouse on wire arrows will now bring up a volume/multiplier changer for patched signals.
  • GUI: When Ctrl clicking on modules to connect a wire, the wire is now shown.
  • GUI: Added skin switch support. No skins yet, but the functionality is there.
  • GUI: Increased the horizontal size of the sampler.
  • GUI: Added option to always start in "simplex" mode on startup.
  • Bugfix: Fixed uninitialized data bug in one pole filter.
  • Bugfix: Next-patch button would only go as far as patch 127, not 128. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: First half-period of hardsynced Osc2 square was improperly inverted.
  • Bugfix: Fixed potential crashbug when switching polyphony mode.
  • Bugfix: In monophonic mode, holding two keys and relasing one now reverts to last note still pressed.
  • Bugfix: Sampler normalize would sometimes peak detect incorrectly. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Rendering in non 44kHz could sometimes result in crackles. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Sampler's GUI position marker would sometimes wrap too soon. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Memtrash bug fixed in step sequencer.
  • Bugfix: "Unlink control" would not unlink controls in unused modules. Fixed.
  • Removed Bank2 and added a new Bass bank (still work in progress).
KarmaFX Filter 1.0d changes.
  • Rescaled filtermode midi range. Notch filter is now in range 95-127 instead of strict 127.
  • Bugfix: Fixed uninitialized data bug in one pole filter
KarmaFX Deelay 1.0d changes.
  • Bugfix: Fixed uninitialized data bug in one pole filter
KarmaFX Reverb 1.0c changes.
  • Added "mod" button to enable(=default) or disable delay modulation.
  • Bugfix: Fixed uninitialized data bug in one pole filter
]]> KarmaFX Synth Tutorial in this Month's Computer Music Tue, 18 Apr 2006 The KarmaFX Synth Modular is used in Scot Solida's two-page Synth Essentials column: "Modular synthesis made simple". Among other things, Scot shows how to setup a simple patch and modulate a filter's cutoff knob using an ADSR.

Scot writes:

“ This is an incredibly powerful yet easy-to-use software modular synthesis environment for the Windows platform. ...as it's donationware, the developers ask that you make a small contribution if you dig it. And believe me; you are going to dig it! ” ]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.92 released Wed, 01 Mar 2006
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.92b BETA changes.
  • Patches are now selectable as presets in the host instead of the banks!
  • Synth now supports more than 2048 samples latency.
  • Instrument indices now start at 1 instead of 0.
  • Added "freerun" mode for generators and modulators when Trigger not enabled.
    This means the some modules (sampler,step,envelope) are triggered
    when host starts and detriggered when stopped.
  • User controls can now be renamed.
  • Added frequency info to comb filter.
  • Added value knob and manual mode to MidiData module.
  • Clicking on "Synth Modular" logo now switches to simplex GUI mode and back.
  • Bugfix: Blue "collapse" button in Sampler had stopped working. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Peak filter gain in Parametric could go out of range. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Modulation wires are now updated when switching Parametric filter.
  • Bugfix: Modulating Comb/Allpass filter parameters caused zipper noise. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Changing knobs in control panel did not update host parameters. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Patch count would not always go all the way up to 128. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Synth sent host automation events when opening the GUI. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Loading an FXP with the GUI closed should now work.
  • Bugfix: Window resize worked incorrectly in some hosts.
  • Bugfix: Suspend/Resume (bypass) should now work.
]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack 1.5 featured in DTM Magazine. Sun, 08 Jan 2006 The KarmaFX Plugin Pack is featured in this months DTM Magazine,
a Japanese monthly magazine for computer-based music production and multimedia technologies. ]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.91 bugfix update Fri, 23 Dec 2005 Note that version number is left unchanged.

Build 4215/16 changes.
  • Bugfix: Crash bug in Cubase SX fixed.
Build 4254/55 (Latest) changes.
  • Bugfix: Patch save/load should now work in Traction, Podium, and others.
  • Bugfix: Save/load of presets (.fxp files) now works.
  • Bugfix: Possible fix for rare crash when changing filter type (now confirmed).

Happy Holidays! ]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.91 released Sat, 17 Dec 2005
KarmaFX Synth Modular 0.91b BETA changes.
  • Changed the name from "KarmaFX Synth" to "KarmaFX Synth Modular".
    This seems to be what people call it anyway.
  • Added click option to ADSR envelope. On trigger this forces a value reset.
  • Added declick option to Amplifier (to support quick clicky amp envelopes).
  • Changed filters kybd tracking range from [0..1] to [-2..2].
  • Patches are now saved within the song in the host. This behaviour is turned on by default
    but can be turned off by unchecking "Options->Store Patch in Song".
  • Added Parametric Filter with up to four LP/HP/BP/BR/PEAK/LS/HS filters in series with
    adjustable frequency, resonance/bandwith, gain, modulation, and order.
  • One control id can now be assigned to several knobs. The controllers name is set to the first assigned knob.
    When controlling more than one knob this is indicated by a plus sign next to the controller's name.
  • GUI: Added control panel. From the control panel it is possible to change the main volume, browse and store patches,
    change bank as well as patch properties. The 32 assignable controllers are shown in sets of 8 knobs.
    Optionally, each controller can be assigned to a unique midi control. The midi assignments are saved
    in the registry and thus only need to be setup once.
  • Added 4 new algorithms to reverb module (adapted from KarmaFX Reverb).
  • Added Midi CC support for patch changes (warning: not tested much).
  • Started SSE optimization of selected tasks. Mainly mixing for now.
  • GUI: Added extra gui gfx to step sequencer to make it easier to understand.
  • GUI: Double clicking on a handle in the step sequencer now resets its offset.
  • GUI: Dragging an env/step handle while holding SHIFT limits movement to x-axis.
  • GUI: All buttons now execute their function on mouse button release instead of press.
  • GUI: Double clicking on the background now brings up the "Add component" submenu.
  • GUI: Right clicking on wire-arrows now removes the wire.
  • GUI: Added sample browsing to the sampler module. When loading a new sample the synth remembers
    the sample's folder. Clicking the up or down arrows next to the sample display loads the previous/next sample
    (alphabetically) in the same folder.
  • Bugfix: choosing New Patch->Simple Sampler now actually creates a Sampler.
  • Bugifx: Patch names are now stripped to avoid invalid filenames and resulting crashes.
  • Bugfix: Bypassing components in hosts with variable buffer sizes now doesn't result in random noise.
  • Bugfix: Step and Envelope display was updated every frame. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: "Synth FX" was in some hosts wrongly given the "Synth"'s VST id. Fixed.
  • Bugfix: Midi handling fixes. Polyphonic notes don't seem to hang anymore.
  • Bugfix: In some hosts the reset caused by pressing stop/play in the host caused the first note to dissappear.
    To fix it output has been offset by one sample.
  • Bugfix: Output clip range adjusted.
  • Updated and adapted patches to the new control panel + Added a few new ones.

KarmaFX Reverb 1.0b released (bugfix)

  • Fixed crashbug when loading in Cubase.
]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack 1.4 released Sun, 02 Oct 2005
Besides improvements to the KarmaFX Synth the plugin pack now also includes the KarmaFX Reverb (Yes, finally!).
One of the synths main new features is its new step sequencer (as promised). Full list of changes to the synth is listed below.

KarmaFX Synth 0.90b BETA changes.
  • Added step sequencer with adjustable number of steps (1 to 32), individual steptime, offset and slope for each step.
    Support for tempo change, loop/wrap and snap (when patched into integral controls).
  • Right channel in stereo components could contain uninitialized data. Fixed.
  • Resonance control was flipped for the notch output in SVF Filter. Fixed.
  • Multipoint Envelope did work correctly in polyphonic mode. Fixed.
  • Lfo would sometimes return unitialized data. Fixed.
  • Modulation scale for large range knobs (e.g. the note and octave knobs) was wrong. Fixed.
  • Zipper noise in distortion unit. Fixed.
  • Squashed more denormal bugs.
  • GUI: Added time/position display to multipoint envelope when moving control points.
  • GUI: Modulating Multipoint Envelope controls glitched the env. display. Fixed.
  • GUI: Using menu separators could screw up the patch menu. Fixed.
  • Added some new cool patches (special thanks to Flos for sharing his patch bank !)
]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.89 BETA released Sat, 01 Oct 2005 KarmaFX Synth 0.89 BETA changes.
  • Added flexible multipoint envelope modulator with up to 60 seconds duration, support for individual
    curve control for each control point, and adjustable sustain points.
  • "Length" knob in Sampler changed to work as intended, i.e., as the real length of the loop.
    (Before "Length" controlled the loop's end position).
    Note, this might change the sound of patches using samplers.
  • Added Position knob to Sampler component (directly sets play position).
  • Minimizing a large component (e.g. the Sampler) now resizes the component on the x-axis also.
  • Recoded equalizer (EQ10) to adapt correctly to high sampling rates.
  • Number of automation controllers was increased to 32 but the host was still led to believe that only 8 were available. Fixed.
  • Filters in Noise and Delay component would update very slowly when tweaking knobs. Fixed.
  • Current patch is now kept in memory when changing banks. This has two advantages:
    (1) makes it possible to save the current patch into a different bank.
    (2) work is not accidently lost by changing banks.
  • Improved Bank handling. The synth should now gracefully handle banks that have been removed or
    added since last load.
  • Synth could crash when loading a sample while playing. Fixed.
  • GUI: Added "Minimize/Maximize All" components to options menu.
  • GUI: When adding a new component, that component is now shown in front.
  • GUI: The sample display in the sampler would sometimes behave strangely,especially with big stereo samples. Fixed.
  • GUI: Left mouse & dragging in the sampler view now scrolls the sample.
  • GUI: Sample position cursor in sampler view would sometimes screw up the sample display. Fixed.
]]> Website Updated Sun, 31 Jul 2005
  • Navigation buttons should now always appear in the top of the page.
  • Added User "Feedback" area, where you can post comments to the author and read previous user quotes.
    Later on I'll be putting user music demos and other cool stuff there too.
  • "About KarmaFX" page added. Still work in progress.
]]> KarmaFX Plugin Pack 1.3 released Sat, 30 Jul 2005
KarmaFX Synth 0.88b BETA changes.
  • Added a new Generator: "Osc2". This is a mixed dual oscillator with adjustable
    hardsync and optional ring modulation. Supports saw, square, triangle, ramp and flexible sine.
  • Added 4 extra distortion algorithms to the "Distortion" effect component.
  • Added soft-knee "Compressor" Effect with RMS/Peak gain reduction and optional sidechain.
  • Added "FM" Modulator that modulates the internal control signal using a frequency
    ratio and modulation index (standard FM). It can run in harmonic or disharmonic mode and
    has an antialias button for autoscaling the mod.index.
  • Added "Envelope Follower" Modulator with RMS/Peak detection.
  • Added "HFO" Modulator, a High Frequency Modulator that
    supports standard bandlimited waveforms and can work as a standard HFO (i.e. like
    an LFO just faster), or in FM mode. It also supports phase modulation.
  • Recoded the "Decay" Modulator.
  • Patch list was not updated in other instances of KarmaFX Synth when saving. Fixed.
  • ADSR envelopes output changed to be in [-1 to 1] range (was [-0.5 to 0.5] previously).
    Consequently, the initial Modulation Depth for the Amplifier and all Filters has been set to 0.5.
  • Increased number of automation controllers from 8 to 32.
  • Fixed a serious crash bug when loading a new patch after changing voicecount in another patch.
  • Fixed crash bug when patching a polyphonic note pitch controller into another note pitch controller.
  • Recoded the triangle-wave oscillator so it reacts correctly to pulsewith changes.
  • Removed "pulse" waveform from Oscillator1 since it was aliasing badly.
  • Fixed some minor GUI issues.
  • The synth now silently ignores patching a component to itself instead of asking the user.
    Hence, potentially dangerous infinite loop patching is not allowed anymore.
  • Improved mouse patching when holding ctrl down:
    It's now possible to patch several component together in a row by keeping ctrl pressed and
    clicking on a series of components one at a time.
  • Updated and improved the ADSR envelope.
    "exp" now behave like a true exponential envelope. Same goes for "log".
  • Added "Load Sample", "Clear", "Normalize" and "Reverse" buttons below the waveform display
    in the Sampler window.
    One can still right click, but this should make it easier to e.g. load a sample.
  • Changed name of "link" led in MidiData component to "midi learn".
  • Changed the patch list popup window to be three rows instead of four + added support for separators.
  • Fixed a bug in the LFO frequency calculation.
  • In large components, knobs would sometimes not update correctly. Fixed.
  • Portamento would sometimes behave strangely in polyphonic mode. Fixed.
  • Fixed rare denormal bug in Amplifier.
  • Improved support for high samplerates (e.g., 48kHz and 96kHz).
  • When saving in sequencer, patch index got lost when using other banks than "Bank 1". Fixed.
  • Some hosts (e.g., cubase) would output noise when changing patch. Fixed.
  • Added a bunch of new patches. Renamed and reordered the existing ones.
KarmaFX Filter 1.1c changes.
  • Better support for 48 and 96 Khz.
KarmaFX Deelay 1.1c changes.
  • Better support for 48 and 96 Khz.
  • Suspend now clears delay line.
]]> KarmaFX Synth endorsed in the June 2005 edition of Future Music. Tue, 12 Jul 2005
Snippet taken (with permission) from Future Music, June 2005 edition, page 16.
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. ]]> Forum and F.A.Q added to the webpage Wed, 01 Jun 2005 KarmaFX F.A.Q. and the KarmaFX Forum has been added to the webpage. The Forum is meant as a service where users can ask for help, suggest features, share patches, report bugs, or just talk about music making in general. Bugs will also be reported there as soon as they have been confirmed. ]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.87 BETA released Wed, 18 May 2005 KarmaFX Synth 0.87 BETA changes.
  • SVF lost sound when turned off and then on, until cutoff was used. Fixed.
  • GUI fix. Sometimes the modulation leds under knobs got lost at random when a patch was loaded.
  • Fixed crash on systems with high latency. Max-latency is still 2048 samples though.
  • A fix for the "tiny window bug" which appeared in Emagic's Logic has been added.
  • Added support for resizing the window. User can choose between small (800x600) or large (1024x768).
    This is changed instantly in hosts that support dynamic window resizing.
    Otherwise it is changed the next time the synth is loaded. Setting is saved in the registry.
  • Switching modulation module could cause other modules to freeze in polyphonic mode. Fixed.
  • Poly12, Poly16 and Legato added to notepitch controller.
  • Using multiple notepitch controllers in series or parallel should now work better.
  • Some modules would trigger when initialized. Fixed.
  • "Reverse" function added to sampler's pop-up menu.
  • Retuned filter kybd tracking to be more aggressive.
  • Added "Frequency" controller component. Sweep range is 14 octaves.
  • Enabled knob-snap on knobs with integer ranges (e.g. note and octave).
  • Opening, closing and reopnening the synth could cause a blank vst window in some hosts. Fixed.
  • Added MidiTrig modulator for velocity and note midi-signals.
  • Added MidiData modulator for standard midi controller and pitchbend signals.
  • Added some more patches.
  • Added installer exe (NSIS).
]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.86 BETA released Fri, 13 May 2005 KarmaFX Synth 0.86 BETA changes.
  • Limited max number of inputs into a component to 10.
    Before too many inputs caused a crash.
  • Major memory leak fixed.
    Before, opening and closing the synth many times would cause a crash.
  • Buggy ADSR retrigger fixed
    + increased ADSR times from 2500ms to 10000ms
    + re-adjusted envelope amplitude.
  • Added extra save info.
    "Author" and "Description" fields are now saved with each patch.
  • Strange behavior when rewiring a Polyphonic synth was fixed.
  • Improved host update of automation controls.
    Would sometimes still be active in the host even though they were disabled. Fixed.
  • Ouput component is now undeletable.
    Before an output-delete would cause a crash.
  • Fixed crash bug when selecting "New Patch".
  • Added infinite loop check when connecting a component to itself.
  • Added experimental mouse wheel support (only works in some hosts).
  • Edited some old and added some new patches.
]]> KarmaFX Synth 0.85 BETA released Sat, 23 Apr 2005 KarmaFX Synth 0.85 BETA changes.
  • (First public beta release.)
  • Rock solid accurate midi-triggering (<0.85 had glitches).
  • Added automation controls.
  • Better band-limiting of classic synth waveforms.
  • Added noise and input generators.
  • Added Comb,Allpass and Shelving filters.
  • Fixed many, many small silly bugs (too many to mention anyway).
  • Hunted and crunched a few more denormal issues.
  • Fixed minor gui errors.
  • Made skin support (skin is stored in an external dll).
  • Increased max number of patches from 32 to 128.
  • Polyphony fixes.
]]> KarmaFX Deelay 1.1b released Sun, 25 Apr 2004 KarmaFX Deelay and Filter 1.1b changes.
  • Better sounding delay line interpolation.
KarmaFX Filter 1.1b changes.
  • Filter-mode button did not kick in before a knob was moved - fixed.
]]> KarmaFX Deelay 1.1 and Filter 1.1a released Sun, 25 Apr 2004
  • Readjusted all frequency ranges.
  • Fixed minor parameter interpolation bug.
  • Filter: Replaced one-pole highpass filter with a better sounding one.
  • Deelay: Replaced filters with better sounding and steeper ones.
  • Deelay: The level parameter did not work as it should - fixed.
    ]]> KarmaFX Filter 1.0 and Deelay 1.0 released Wed, 02 Jul 2003 KarmaFX Synth v 0.65 BETA Tue, 17 Aug 1999 VST port working quite well, except for inaccurate midi triggering, missing polyphony and minor GUI glitches.
    Legacy screenshots are available here. ]]>     KarmaFX Synth v 0.55 BETA Thu, 19 Feb 1998 ]]>