P-10 Synthesizer

Description

Overview

The P-10 Synthesizer by Cherry Audio is a meticulously crafted virtual instrument that captures the essence of the legendary SCI P-10 analog polysynth from 1980. This powerful software recreation faithfully reproduces the exceptional sound of the classic while significantly enhancing its feature set for modern music production workflows. Modeled with extreme care, the P-10 utilizes components like the Curtis 3340 oscillators and 3320 filters, ensuring an authentic vintage tone that defines the era.

Beyond sonic accuracy, the P-10 boasts modern capabilities designed for the contemporary producer. It features an expanded 16-voice per layer polyphony, a four-track step sequencer, and polyphonic aftertouch support. The instrument offers incredible flexibility, allowing you to configure it as two independent five-voice synths, a single ten-voice synth, dual-patch layered, or alternating layers with every key press. With over 500 professional presets, including the original P5 and P10 factory patches, it is a definitive tool for creating rich, powerful sounds reminiscent of the 1980s.

Key Details

• Authentic Modeling: Exact reproduction of the legendary SCI P-10, featuring Curtis 3340 oscillators and 3320 filters.
• Advanced Polyphony: Massive dual-layer voicing architecture providing 16 polyphonic voices per layer.
• Flexible Configuration: Operates as two independent synths, a single synth, dual-patch layered, or alternating layers.
• Modulation Power: Includes Mono Mod, innovative Poly Mod with individual voice paths, Aux Mod, and a dedicated Pressure Mod section.
• Sequencing & Control: Features a built-in four-track step sequencer, velocity sensitivity, and polyphonic aftertouch.
• Extensive Sound Library: Equipped with over 500 professionally designed presets, including original factory patches.
• Layer Control: Supports keyboard split or stacked layer modes with separate per-layer controls for parameters, arpeggio, and effects.
• Oscillator Detail: Two virtual VCOs per voice based on the CEM3340, offering ramp, triangle, or variable-width pulse waveforms.

Use Cases

Vintage Sound Design: Perfect for recreating the iconic, sweet-yet-powerful analog sounds of the 1980s, making it an essential tool for synthwave, retro electronic, or cinematic scores.

Live Performance: Its robust feature set and reliable digital architecture make it ideal for live electronic performances where vintage character is required without the instability of aging hardware.

Studio Production: Leverage the dual-layer architecture and extensive modulation capabilities to build complex, evolving textures within any modern DAW environment.

Basslines & FX: Utilize dedicated preset categories such as Basses and Sound FX to craft deep, impactful low-end textures or unique sonic accents for your tracks.

Installation

As a virtual instrument, installation involves downloading the software package and installing it within your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) as a VST, AU, or AAX plugin. Ensure your system meets the minimum compatibility requirements listed below for optimal performance. Always refer to the official Cherry Audio documentation for detailed, step-by-step installation guides specific to your operating system and DAW.

Compatibility

• Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10/11, macOS 10.13+
• RAM: 4GB RAM
• Disk Space: 1GB Hard Drive Space
• Plugin Formats: VST, AU, AAX

Audio Demos

Product Demo