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Classic Sound, Modern Enhancements
Atomika expertly captures the raw, distinctive sound of the Soviet-era Polivoks synthesizer, delivering an authentic emulation of its iconic filter. Known for its aggressive and gritty tones, the Polivoks has earned a cult following among synth enthusiasts. Atomika builds on this legacy by incorporating new filter controls like Starve, Filter Drive, and Amp Drive. These additions allow for a wider range of sound-shaping options, from subtle warmth to extreme distortion. With highpass, notch, and peak response filter modes, Atomika offers flexibility and creativity for any music production.
Enhanced Polyphony
One of Atomika's major upgrades from the original hardware is the leap from duophonic to 16-voice polyphony. This enhancement allows users to create thick, complex layers of sound, perfect for modern music production. Whether you're building atmospheric pads, punchy basslines, or intricate lead melodies, Atomika's polyphonic capabilities ensure that each note rings out with clarity and fullness. Additionally, the unison oscillator stacking feature provides even more depth, letting you stack oscillators for a massive, detuned effect that brings a new dimension to your sound design.
Instant Arpeggiator
Atomika comes equipped with a flexible arpeggiator that enhances performance by automating note sequences in creative and rhythmic ways. The built-in studio-quality effects—Phaser, Flange/Chorus, Echo, and Reverb—offer a powerful sound design toolkit for shaping your tone. Each effect includes its own dedicated LFO for advanced parameter modulation, giving you even more control over how your sound evolves. Whether you're looking to add movement, space, or modulation, these effects help transform basic sounds into complex, evolving textures that stand out in any mix.
Over 350 presets and extensive MIDI mapping
Atomika includes over 350 professionally designed presets, covering a wide range of sounds from classic analogue tones to modern, experimental patches. This library offers an excellent starting point for users of all levels, whether you’re looking to dive straight into production or explore the synth's capabilities. In addition, Atomika supports extensive MIDI mapping, allowing for easy integration into any setup. This feature gives you full control over parameters, making it ideal for live performances or detailed studio work. With its blend of classic Polivoks charm and modern flexibility, Atomika is a versatile instrument for any producer's toolkit.
Features
- Accurate virtual emulation of a classic Soviet-era duophonic analog synthesizer, enhanced with modern features for today's music producers
- Developed by award-winning DSP designer Mark Barton, featuring precision-modelled circuitry for authentic sound
- Dual panel views: original synthesis control panel and a new Arp/FX panel for added functionality
- Faithfully reproduces the distinctive programmable op-amp filter of the Polivoks, with added controls like Starve, Filter Drive, and Amp Drive, plus expanded filter modes (highpass, notch, peak, lowpass, bandpass)
- Supports monophonic, duophonic, and expanded polyphonic voice modes up to 16 polyphony with unison and adjustable glide options
- Two independently modulatable VCOs offering multiple waveform types, FM modulation, and noise generation
- Enhanced with velocity sensitivity, keyboard tracking, aftertouch, and modern pitch/mod-wheel controls
- Syncable LFO with multiple waveform shapes including ramp, triangle, square, noise, and sample & hold, with key reset function
- Loopable filter and amp envelopes that can function as LFOs for unique modulation capabilities
- Built-in arpeggiator with MIDI tempo sync and four modes: Up, Down, Up/Down, and Random
- Over 350 expertly crafted presets, accessible through an intuitive preset browser
- Augmented with four integrated studio-quality effects: phasor, flange/chorus, stereo delay, and five types of reverb, all with syncable modulation
- Syncable FX modulator with multiple waveforms for further sound shaping
- Comprehensive MIDI control and DAW automation support, with easy-to-use MIDI learn and mapping features
- Immersive user interface with Show/Hide keyboard option and alternative panel labels in Cyrillic text
- Cherry Audio’s Focus zoom-in feature, with standard UI zoom and resize options for easy navigation
- Fully optimized DSP for efficient performance, with user-adjustable oversampling
- Complete documentation available online or in downloadable PDF format
Specifications
- Operating system:
- Mac: macOS 10.13 or above (64-bit)
- Windows: Windows 7 or above (64-bit)
- Format:
- Mac: AU, VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats
- Windows: VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats
- Processor:
- Mac: Native Apple M1 or greater processor support, including Ultra. 3.4 GHz Quad-Core or M1 CPU
- Windows: 3.4 GHz Quad-Core
- RAM: 8GB
- Hard Disk Space: 197MB
- Activation: Internet connection required for product activation.
- Product code: 1316-1058