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TERA 3
The synthesis workstation
...one of the six special synth pages:
specTERA |
New in
Version 3.1
- Quality setting for sampler module (
very fast standard / slow high quality )
- Stereo sample files now possible
- Enhanced randomizer function
- Stereo phaser/flanger option
- Polyphonic unison function with random
sample variation
- Fractal random presets for spectrum
oscillator and custom oscillator
- Improved step sequencer layout
Highlights of Version 3
Multi sampling
Each of the three main oscillators can
use now samples instead of the built-in
waveforms. The samples are organized in
up to 16 key zones and 2 morph zones,
making for a total of up to 32 sample
files for each oscillator. Due to it’s
high quality re-sampling algorithm, you
can use a single sample for the whole
tonal range!
Terrain filter
This new module allows for real-time
morphing between two 16 pole filters
selectable from a set of predefined
vocal filters.
Arpeggiator
In addition to the high-level arpeggio
functions of the built in sequencer,
TERA 3 now offers a simple standard
arpeggiator for each part.
Stereo routing
The amplifier module now has two
additional stereo inputs allowing for
stereo effects inside the synthesis
patch. The spectrum oscillator has a new
stereo output for stereophonic wavetable
synthesis.
Envelopes
The four multi-segment envelopes in TERA
can now be used in a new “free” mode
where each envelope can be used
independently. These envelopes can be
saved and loaded from special envelope
presets.
The standard envelope generators have
also gotten a new Attack/Decay only
mode.
Spectrum oscillator
The Spectrum oscillator has many new
functions:
- uncorrelated stereo output
- spectrum presets
- separate spectrum parameters for two
sets of oscillators
In addition to the additive sine
synthesis used in TERA 2 as a basis for
the wavetable generation process, the
following methods can also be used:
- wavelet synthesis
- walsh function synthesis
- operator synthesis
Voltage controlled amplifier (VCA)
This new module works just like a ring
modulator, except here one input is used
to modulate the amplitude of the other
input.
New module inputs
The outputs of the envelopes and the
LFO’s can now be used as inputs for the
signal processing modules of TERA.
previously, these outputs could only be
used in the modulation matrix.
New Modulation sources
Two modulation sources have been added:
Key alternate: can be used to get a
different sound on every other note (IE:
like bow up/down in natural string
instruments )
Key random: creates a random control
signal on every note.
Modulation matrix
The modulation matrix has been given a
copy/paste function for transferring
modulations between presets. Modulated
parameters are indicated in the user
interface through a color change of the
parameter knobs.
8D control
The unique 8D morph control of TERA is
now also usable for the six special
synthesis pages introduced in TERA 2.
The controller settings can be copied
and pasted between presets and each
dimension can be labelled individually.
“Fly over” tool tip help system
You can get more information on a
particular parameter by moving the mouse
over it, revealing a small window with
detailed parameter info.
New sounds
The new TERA sound banks contain 256
presets, including some from the well-known
sound designer Howard Scarr.
For the new sample module a set of about
35MB of multi-samples is included.
In addition to the traditional bank
structure all presets are now available
in a hierarchical folder structure for
easy sound categorization and searching.
General
- MIDI controller editor for easier
assignment of MIDI controllers to
parameters.
- Selection fields (eg. Wave selection)
can now be assigned to MIDI controllers
- Receive MIDI input from multiple
devices simultaneously.
- Scroll wheel can be used for parameter
adjustments on Windows XP.
- Smaller user interface makes plugin
usage more convenient.
- Parameter fine adjustment control with
Shift+Drag function.
- Glissando function (chromatic glide)
- Each Sequencer part can now control an
external synthesizer (Windows XP)
- RTAS plugin for WinXP and OS X.
- VST2 plugin
for WinXP and OS X.
- AudioUnit
plugin for OS X. |
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"These days, it takes an
instrument of immense power,
flexibility and sound quality to
prick up our jaded ears.
VirSyn TERA 3 is such an
instrument..."
"Its analogue synthesis is
among the best on the market,
and its modern synthesis methods
can produce breathtaking
timbres" |
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Computer Music April 2006 Rating
10/10 |
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profiTERA - the modular synth
Use all synthesis modules, wire
them to your needs. All of you
who like to built your own
synths from scratch will perhaps
never leave this page...
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Combi program |
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Filter sweep |
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microTERA - the waveshaping
synth
With a complex waveshaping
module at your disposal explore
an entire new world of digital
sounds...
microTERA Blockdiagram |
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specTERA - the spectrum synth
You love scanning through
wavetables ? With this one you
have the perfect intuitive
access...
specTERA Blockdiagram
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GlassyChoir [SUMMA] |
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EnvArp [DocT] |
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fmTERA - the fm synth
Yet another FM synth ? Complete
control over the operators
spectral composition and
carrier/modulator filters makes
this one a new game ...
fmTERA Blockdiagram |
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WoodenBell [SUMMA] |
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VoiceFM [hg] |
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anaTERA - the analog synth
Not just analog, but the best
way to get closest to the great
ancestors ...
anaTERA Blockdiagram |
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DanceRookie [DocT] |
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Overestimated [DocT] |
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formanTERA - the formant synth
You like vocals ? Then you
shouldn´t miss this page.
Imagine what you can do with
formants controlled by
multisegment envelopes ...
formanTERA Blockdiagram |
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EmotiKon Pad
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[SUMMA]
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Overestimated [DocT] |
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waveTERA - the physical
modeling synth
There´s much more than flutes
and guitars in the world of
complex natural sounds ...
waveTERA Blockdiagram |
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SciFi
AtmoPad1
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[SUMMA]
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CelticHarp [SUMMA] |
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System requirements
For PC
& MAC
- PC
Windows XP / Pentium 2 400MHz / 512 MB
or better
- Mac OS X 10.3 / G3 300 MHz / 512 Mb or
better |
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