This software is a hybrid synthesizer that can play both synthesized and sampled sounds using the proprietary XWM file format.
With NexSyn, you can load sample-based keymap files (XWM) and access the 4GB sample library provided by Big Fish Audio. You can also modulate the XWM file as you would with a subtractive synth, making it easy to combine different instruments to create unique patches. The modulation possibilities are limitless, and any sample based keymap file can be modulated as an oscillator or played without modulation for pristine sound representation.
The Preset Browser window in NexSyn presents a virtual keyboard to trigger presets and displays notes about the preset and the effects used. You can audition presets in the mix from the Preset View, and if you don't find what you're looking for, you can go directly to NetNotes to browse presets online.
When it comes to the modules found in the edit window, they are completely collapsible, allowing for hundreds of configurations to match your workflow. NexSyn has a true stereo signal path that emulates the physics of stereophonic imaging, achieved by two independent oscillators, stereo-only filter modes, and the ability to modulate left and right sides independently.
NexSyn also has three filter modules, each capable of holding one of sixteen filter types. The cut-off points for the left and right side can be modulated when in stereo mode with the Spread parameter. The Modulation Matrix is powerful yet easy to program, routing six sources to twelve destinations.
There are two FX sections in NexSyn, each offering eight stereo effects to add character to your sound, with each section having an independent output. The LFO modules feature five unique destinations for LFO modulation and twelve waveforms to choose from, with each featuring a built-in envelope generator. The software also has three envelope sections, and in Expert view, the slope can be adjusted individually for the Attack, Decay, and Release.
In summary, NexSyn is a must-have software synthesizer for anyone looking for a powerful synth with advanced features and high-quality output. The ability to browse presets online with NetNotes and the limitless modulation possibilities make NexSyn a great addition to any music production setup.
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