A screenshot of a Synth1 on a computer.

Synth1

by Ichiro Toda
Best for Designing compact Nord Lead-style basses, leads, pads, and arpeggiated parts with a classic subtractive synth workflow.
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Key Features

  • Two oscillators with FM and ring modulation
  • Four filter types
  • Two host-synchronized LFOs
  • Arpeggiator and tempo delay
  • Stereo chorus/flanger
  • Legato, portamento, and 16-note polyphony

Description

Synth1 is Ichiro Toda’s software synthesizer modeled on the Clavia Nord Lead 2 Red Synth. Its documented architecture includes two oscillators, FM and ring modulation, four filter types, synchronized LFOs, an arpeggiator, tempo delay, chorus/flanger, legato, portamento, and 16-note polyphony.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What synth inspired Synth1?

Synth1 is modeled on the Clavia Nord Lead 2 Red Synth.

Does it support modulation and effects?

Yes. It includes FM and ring modulation, synchronized LFOs, distortion, tempo delay, and stereo chorus/flanger.

How many notes can it play?

It supports 16-note polyphony.

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