Harmonia Synthesizer

Description

Overview

Harmonia Synthesizer, from Cherry Audio, is a wildly innovative virtual instrument designed to facilitate the creation of rich, evolving polyphonic tones through its highly intuitive visual interface. At its core, Harmonia utilizes two sample-based oscillators, employing techniques reminiscent of additive synthesis. Each oscillator can simultaneously generate up to eight pitches, which can be individually tuned either to a harmonic series or standard semitones.

The instrument derives its distinctive, organic sound from a curated library of hundreds of sampled waveforms, sourced from various synthesizers, traditional instruments, voices, and colorful “lo-fi” sounds. Beyond the extensive built-in library, users have the flexibility to import their own samples, dramatically expanding the tonal palette. Producers can effortlessly craft unique, morphed, and sequencer-like sounds by manipulating waveform selections and harmonic presets.

Harmonia pushes creative boundaries by integrating four syncable LFOs, an expansive multimode filter, click-and-drag envelopes, and a massive modulation matrix. With over 350 professionally designed presets and 17 studio-quality effects, Harmonia provides a comprehensive toolkit for modern sound design.

Key Details

• Dual Sample-Based Oscillators: Capable of producing up to eight pitches per oscillator, individually tuned to harmonic series or semitones.
• Harmonic & Semitone Modes: Features Harmonic Mode with six presets for sweeping tones, and Semitone Mode with 23 presets for creating melodic or chordal sequences.
• Extensive Sound Library: Includes a curated library of 285 waveforms across 11 categories, with support for user-imported samples.
• Modulation Powerhouse: Features a massive modulation matrix with eight slots, connecting 19 sources to 80 destinations, including integrated effects.
• Advanced Modulation: Comes equipped with four tempo-syncable LFOs, each with ten waveforms and various modes (one-shot, retrigger, mono/polyphonic).
• Filter Variety: Offers a Multimode Filter with options including Lowpass (24 dB/oct, 18 dB/oct, 12 dB/oct, 6 dB/oct), Highpass, Bandpass, and Notch.
• Integrated Effects: Includes 17 studio-quality effects such as Distortion (Tube, Grunge, Fuzz, Sample Crush), Chorus, Phaser, Stereo Delay, and various Reverbs.
• Voice & Polyphony: Supports both monophonic and polyphonic voice modes, capable of handling up to 16 voices.
• Control & Workflow: Features click-and-drag Filter and Amp ADSR envelopes, flexible MIDI mapping, and support for aftertouch.

Use Cases

• Sound Design & Synthesis: Ideal for creating complex, evolving, and unique synthesized textures using the harmonic scanning capabilities.
• Melodic Composition: Perfect for generating intricate, sequencer-like melodies or undulating musical chords using the Semitone Mode.
• Soundscaping & Ambient Music: Utilize the rich, organic sampled waveforms and extensive reverb/delay effects to build immersive sonic environments.
• Lead & Pad Creation: Leverage the polyphonic voice modes and customizable envelopes to craft lush, evolving pads or cutting lead lines.

Installation

Harmonia Synthesizer is available in AU, VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats. Installation requires an internet connection for product activation. Users can access complete documentation either directly online from the instrument or via a downloadable PDF format.

Note on Usage: The instrument supports full MIDI control and DAW automation for all parameters, simplifying integration into your existing production workflow.

Compatibility

This software instrument is designed to function across major operating systems and plugin environments.

• Supported Operating Systems:
  • Windows: 64-bit
  • macOS: 10.13 or above
• RAM Requirement: 8 GB
• Disk Space Requirement: 1 GB (Estimated)
• Plugin Formats: VST-2, VST-3, AU, AAX, STAND-ALONE