A virtual emulation of the semi-modular analog polyphonic synthesizer released by Korg in 1977.
The PS-3300 from Cherry Audio is a meticulously crafted virtual analog recreation of Korg's semi-modular analog polyphonic synthesizer originally released in 1977. With only around 50 units ever produced, the PS-3300 has become a highly sought-after holy grail for synthesists and sound designers. Cherry Audio has painstakingly recreated every element of this monstrous polysynth, from its massive stacked tone and signature resonant sweeps to its considerable patching potential through 67 input and output jacks.
Three Independent Synth Panels for Unparalleled Polyphony
At the heart of the PS-3300 are three synth panels, each essentially functioning as an independent polyphonic synthesizer. Every panel includes 12 tunable oscillator banks, filters, envelope generators and VCAs for all 48 notes of the keyboard. This allows for every key to be played simultaneously with independent articulation, resulting in a thick, complex tone that evolves dynamically over time.
Dual LFOs and Triple Resonators Shape a Characteristic Sound
In addition to its polyphonic architecture, the PS-3300 is equipped with dual LFOs and three voltage-controlled resonators for each synth panel. These modules work together to impart the PS-3300 with its recognizable sonic signature, capable of everything from subtle pulsing effects to dramatic, sweeping timbre changes.
A Fully-Featured Master Panel Provides Advanced Sound Design
A dedicated master panel offers mixing with VCAs for each synth panel, as well as sample and hold, an extra envelope generator and two control voltage processors. These modules furnish a diverse range of modulation and control possibilities for crafting complex patches and textures. Between its three synth panels and master panel, the PS-3300 delivers an astounding level of sound design flexibility.
An Iconic Polysynth, Reimagined for Today
Cherry Audio's virtual recreation of the Korg polysynth brings this legendary machine into the modern age. Musicians and sound designers can now experience the PS-3300's analog tone and explore its semi-modular architecture without prohibitive cost or scarcity. For those seeking a powerful, characterful polysynth, the PS-3300 delivers an iconic vintage instrument reborn.
Specifications
- macOS 10.13 or above. 64-bit required. Native Apple M1 or greater processor support, including Ultra.
- 3.4 GHz Quad-Core or M1 CPU with 8GB of RAM recommended.
- Windows 7 or above (including Windows 11), 64-bit required.
- 3.4 GHz Quad-Core computer with 8GB of RAM recommended.
- Hard disk space: 105 MB
Features
- Three independent "signal generator" panels
- 3X VCOs with six waveforms
- 3X resonant VCF 12 dB/oct lowpass filters with the option to select between the PS filter or the MS-style filter
- 3X three modulatable "resonators": 12 dB/oct bandpass filters to produce vowel and phasing tones
- 3X discreet ADSR-type envelope modulators with velocity control, and amplitude modulation
- 3X two syncable "mod generators" (LFOs) with output jacks
- 3X temperament section with individual tuning knobs for the 12 chromatic notes and temperament presets
- Copy/paste settings from one signal generator panel to another
- Polyphonic mode with up to 24 voices of polyphony and three monophonic modes
- Semi-modular synthesizer with virtual jack and cable system
- Master signal mixer panel with sample & hold, general envelope generator, and two control voltage processors
- Individual channel panning
- User-selectable bend range and master tune
- Studio-quality integrated effects: chorus, echo with sync, and three types of reverb (spring, plate, and Galactic)
- Over 360 professionally designed presets in a dozen categories
- Standalone virtual instrument and plug-in versions
- Complete MIDI control and DAW automation for all controls, with easy-to-use MIDI Learn and mapping
- Cherry Audio’s popular Focus zoom-in feature, as well as standard UI zoom and resize via drag
- Complete documentation available directly online from the instrument or in downloadable PDF format
- User-adjustable oversampling control