The Rhodes Chroma by Cherry Audio synthesizer is a virtual instrument that brings back the spirit and sounds of the iconic Rhodes Chroma polyphonic analog synthesizer from 1982 with the utmost accuracy.
Originally released by Cherry Audio in May 2024, the Rhodes Chroma plug-in by Cherry Audio has now been rebranded through a collaboration with Rhodes® Music.
This rebranding marks a new chapter in the synthesizer’s legacy, aligning the product with its historical roots under the Rhodes name.
The plug-in remains a faithful recreation of the original 1980s Rhodes Chroma, enhanced with modern features that make it accessible to today's musicians and producers, offering them the chance to experience one of the most iconic synthesizers in music history.
Features
- Exactingly faithful virtual analog emulation of the analog polyphonic synthesizer released by Rhodes in 1982, from its 16 polyphonic voices to its expressive velocity and polyphonic aftertouch capabilities
- 16 Oscillators, Filters, VCAs, and LFOs, and 32 Envelope Generators
- Intuitive menus and real-time displays simplify the programming process, making it accessible to novices and seasoned professionals alike
- Includes the Chroma Expander module, which adds an entire second Chroma synthesizer to the mix, running in layer or split modes for expanded creative possibilities
- Seven studio-quality onboard effects, including distortion, phaser, flange/chorus, delay, and reverb, as well as a global EQ and limiter
- 700 extraordinary presets in over a dozen categories: includes the original 250 Chroma factory presets and an additional 450 custom presets crafted by a stellar team of sound designers
- 16 distinct preconfigured signal paths, ranging from straightforward VCO-VCF-VCA setups to intricate configurations featuring oscillator sync, filter FM, ring modulation, and variable or serial filter paths
- All of the original Chroma’s unprecedented modulation capabilities have been precisely replicated to create a powerfully flexible modular synthesizer-like programming experience. Modulation paths are configured quickly and easily using Cherry Audio Chroma’s comprehensive modulation pop-up menus
- SysEx Import: Owners of MIDI-retrofitted Chroma or Expander hardware can directly transfer banks and individual patches to Cherry Audio Chroma via SysEx dump. Additionally, users can easily import Chroma SysEx files through drag-and-drop
- Standalone virtual instrument and plug-in versions
- Complete MIDI control and DAW automation for all controls, with easy-to-use MIDI Learn and mapping
- Cherry Audio’s popular Focus zoom-in feature, as well as standard UI zoom and resize via drag
- Complete documentation available directly online from the instrument or in downloadable PDF format
- User-adjustable oversampling control
- Chroma is available in AU, VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats.
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Systemvoraussetzungen
Mac
- Prozessor: Intel or Apple Silicon processor. 3.4 GHz Quad-Core or Apple Silicon CPU
- Arbeitsspeicher (GB): 8
- Festplattenspeicher (GB): 1
- Unterstützte OS-Version: 1.0
- Hinweise: macOS 10.13 or above
- Weitere Anforderungen: NOTE: Internet connection required for product activation
- Unterstützung: 64_bit
- Plugin-Formate: VST-2, VST-3, AU, AAX, STAND-ALONE
- Internetverbindung erforderlich: Ja
Windows
- Prozessor: 3.4 GHz Quad-Core
- Arbeitsspeicher (GB): 8
- Festplattenspeicher (GB): 1
- Unterstützte OS-Version: 1.0
- Hinweise: Windows 7 or above
- Weitere Anforderungen: NOTE: Internet connection required for product activation
- Unterstützung: 64_bit
- Plugin-Formate: VST-2, VST-3, AAX, STAND-ALONE
- Internetverbindung erforderlich: Ja
Lizenzierung
Die Aktivierung erfolgt direkt auf dem Rechner, ein Dongle ist nicht erforderlich.
