Regen Desktop Digital FM Synthesizer

Reviving the legendary Synclavier II DSP engine in a compact desktop form, this synth brings back the iconic sound design that shaped hits like the opening gong on "Beat It," now enhanced for modern workflows with hybrid synthesis options.

It packs 12 partials per timbre, each built from carrier and modulator waveshapes—default sines you can draw freely, with additive synthesis controlling 24 harmonics, new subtractive modes for supersaws, PCM squares, and noise, plus sample-based carriers for resynthesis hybrids. Up to 98 voices across 12 multitimbral tracks let you layer or split sounds, with keyframe morphing, sophisticated modulation from LFOs, envelopes, MIDI, velocity, poly aftertouch, and MPE. Twin full-color screens, a fluid touch swiper, and 12 selector pads make deep editing intuitive, while effects like reverb, chorus, vibrato, tremolo, bit crush, arpeggiator, and multimode filters add polish per track. Connectivity shines with stereo DC-coupled XLR and 1/4" outs (130dB dynamic range), headphone jack, 4 USB host ports for controllers, DAW USB, and TRS MIDI.

Users appreciate the pristine audio, vast factory library of 550+ presets and 2000+ royalty-free samples, and hands-on interface that rewards exploration, though its depth means a learning curve for quick patches.