WhySynth

Provides multiple oscillator modes, filters, and envelope generators for customized sound synthesis within a plugin framework.

Made by Sean Bolton

  • music-synthesizer

  • Music Production

What is WhySynth?

WhySynth is a versatile softsynth that operates as a plugin for the DSSI Soft Synth Interface. It combines features from various other software instruments, including Xsynth-DSSI, hexter, Csound, and Mats Olsson's MSS, as well as drawing inspiration from classic hardware synthesizers like the Matrix 6, ESQ-1, and K4. The plugin boasts a comprehensive set of features, including 4 oscillators, 2 filters, 3 LFOs, and 5 envelope generators per voice, along with 10 oscillator modes such as minBLEP, wavecycle, asynchronous granular, and three FM

Highlights

  • 4 oscillators, 2 filters, 3 LFOs, and 5 envelope generators per voice
  • 10 oscillator modes, including minBLEP, wavecycle, asynchronous granular, and three FM
  • Operates as a plugin for the DSSI Soft Synth Interface, which allows software instruments with user interfaces to be hosted in-process by audio applications
  • Combines features and inspirations from various other software and hardware synthesizers

Platforms

  • Linux
  • DSSI
  • BSD

Languages

  • English