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Tech. sheet
- Manufacturer: XILS-lab
- Model: The Eighty
- Category: Virtual subtractive synths
- Operating system: Windows, macOS
- Plugin format: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX
- Release date:january 2025
- Other names:theeighty
- Plugin available in VST 2.4, VST3, AU and AAX formats
- Mac (Universal Binary) and Windows compatible
- Authorization via iLok
- Resizable graphical interface
- Over 500 presets included
- 3 independent synthesis lines
- VCO with 4 waveforms (Pulse, Triangle, Saw, Sine)
- High-pass and low-pass filters with resonance
- Ring modulation, global LFO and fast envelopes
- 12-point modulation matrix
- Advanced arpeggiator and modulation sequencers
- Integrated effects: delay, phaser, reverb, EQ, resonator
- Polyphonic aftertouch
- No MPE compatibility
- No standalone version
- Average CPU consumption, opening time a little long
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What's the main inspiration behind The Eighty?
The Eighty was inspired by the Yamaha CS-80, an iconic polyphonic synthesizer from the 70s, made famous by Vangelis among others.
Is The Eighty faithful to the sound of the CS-80?
Yes, the emulation is very successful, with a brassy, expressive grain that faithfully recalls the CS-80, while bringing modern features.
What does the third synthesis line bring?
It makes it easy to enrich sounds by adding depth, body, or harmonic variations.
Is The Eighty MPE compatible?
No, it offers polyphonic aftertouch but does not support MPE, which may limit some highly expressive uses.
Is there a standalone version of The Eighty?
No, the plugin can only be used in a compatible host (DAW), which may hinder those who prefer standalone.
What are the built-in effects?
Stereo delay, phaser, reverb, EQ, resonator and the original chorus/tremolo.
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