Yellowjacket Synthesizer

Description

Overview

The Yellowjacket Synthesizer by Cherry Audio is a stunning, value-packed tribute to the venerable Wasp synthesizer, originally released by the British company EDP in 1978. This software instrument meticulously reproduces the singular, buzzy tones and iconic drones of the legendary monophonic, digital/analog hybrid instrument. From its quirky oscillators to its distinctive filter, every aspect of the original 1978 hardware has been precisely modeled in exacting detail.

While staying true to its vintage roots, Yellowjacket re-envisions the instrument by adding several innovative features inspired by the pioneering spirit of its inventors. This enhanced version includes expanded polyphony, advanced arpeggiation, and multi-voice modes that allow users to chain “mini synths” together for complex, evolving textures. It represents a perfect blend of vintage character and modern production flexibility.

Key Details

• Hybrid Synthesis Engine: Features two distinct oscillators with ramp, pulse, square wave, and an enhanced modulated pulse-wave based on the EDP Gnat Oscillator sync.
• Expanded Polyphony: Supports monophonic, unison, and polyphonic modes with 4, 8, or 16 voices, including cycle voice modes with glide.
• Vintage-Correct Filter: A two-pole 12dB state-variable filter based on the original CD4069 logic chip, featuring lowpass, bandpass, highpass, and notch modes.
• Innovative Multi-Voice Modes: Add per-note variation by adding three additional “mini synth” panels, each with independent pitch, pan, filter, and envelope settings.
• Advanced Arpeggiator: A new-to-Cherry arpeggiator featuring probability and humanize controls for organic rhythmic patterns.
• Expressive Control: Supports velocity, channel aftertouch, and polyphonic aftertouch with customizable pressure control routings.
• Lo-Fi Speaker Emulation: Includes a dedicated speaker effect with Hiss and Hum controls to simulate the original instrument’s onboard speaker.
• Massive Preset Library: Over 270 professionally designed presets including sizzling leads, sublime arps, atmospheric pads, and deep basses.

Use Cases

Vintage Sound Design: Recreate the unique, aggressive, and buzzy textures of late-70s analog synthesis for electronic, synthwave, or experimental music projects.

Complex Layering: Utilize the multi-voice modes to simulate multiple chained synthesizers, creating thick, detuned, or highly varied sonic landscapes without using multiple plugin instances.

Expressive Performance: Use the capacitive-style keyboard emulation and polyphonic aftertouch support to add nuanced movement to leads and pads during live performances or detailed MIDI sequencing.

Installation

Yellowjacket is a digital software instrument. Upon purchase, you will receive a product code to redeem on the Cherry Audio website. Once redeemed, the installer can be downloaded. Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the installer to place the plugin files in your DAW’s designated VST, AU, or AAX folders.

Compatibility

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

Product Demo

Product Demo