Mercury-6 Synthesizer

Description

Overview

The Mercury-6 Synthesizer by Cherry Audio is a meticulous recreation of the legendary Jupiter-6 analog polyphonic synthesizer from 1983. Known for its distinctive dark and complex character, the original Jupiter-6 offered a more aggressive sound than its predecessors, making it a staple for cutting-edge techno and electro styles. Mercury-6 captures this authentic vintage essence while expanding the functionality for modern DAW production.

Beyond a simple emulation, Mercury-6 enhances the original hardware’s capabilities. It introduces velocity sensitivity, an improved split mode, and a powerful layer mode that allows users to stack two different sounds simultaneously with independent stereo panning, detuning, and sustain. With polyphony extended to 16 notes and an integrated studio-quality effects panel, this virtual instrument brings the coveted Jupiter-6 experience into the modern era.

Key Details

• Authentic Emulation: Precise recreation of the 1983 Jupiter-6 analog polyphonic synthesizer.
• Expanded Polyphony: Increased to 16 notes to ensure seamless performance without voice dropout.
• Advanced Layering: Stack two sounds simultaneously with per-layer stereo panning and detuning.
• Enhanced Arpeggiator: Includes original Up/Down modes plus a new Random mode and MIDI tempo sync.
• Flexible Modulation: Two LFOs with retrigger options for LFO-1 and an always-on option for LFO-2, both MIDI syncable.
• Chord Memory: Store and play back multiple notes using a single key.
• Integrated FX Suite: Studio-quality distortion, phaser, flanger/chorus, delay, and reverb.
• Preset Library: Over 500 expertly designed presets to jumpstart your production.
• Modern Workflow: Features velocity sensitivity and flexible MIDI mapping for seamless DAW integration.

Use Cases

Techno and Electro Production: Utilize the aggressive filter design and complex character to create the driving basslines and sharp leads characteristic of electronic dance music.

Cinematic Soundscapes: Leverage the layer mode and 16-voice polyphony to create massive, evolving pads and atmospheric textures.

Vintage Lead Work: Use the earthshaking solo and poly unison modes to produce powerful, cutting leads that emulate the grit of 80s analog hardware.

Installation

As a virtual software instrument, Mercury-6 is installed directly into your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Ensure you have the appropriate plugin format (VST, AU, or AAX) selected during the installation process to ensure the plugin is recognized by your host software.

Compatibility

• Supported Operating Systems: Windows, macOS
• RAM: 4GB RAM
• Disk Space: 500 MB Hard Drive Space
• Plugin Formats: VST, AU, AAX