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Synapse Audio’s Dune 3 VST plugin is a flagship virtual synthesizer crafted for sound designers, beatmakers and composers who demand extreme versatility. Building on the award‑winning Dune 2, this powerful instrument adds frequently requested features and innovative ideas, doubling the factory library to more than 1 000 presets. At its core, Dune 3 combines virtual‑analog (VA), wavetable and FM synthesis with multi‑layering and up to 8320 oscillator voices at full polyphony, giving you thick, evolving textures. The new Swarm mode adds subtle modulation to each oscillator for lush supersaw stacks. A revised dual filter offers serial/parallel routing with zero‑delay feedback filters and creative insert effects like formant and phaser. Producers can program two independent arpeggiators with MIDI import, random mode and programmable Arp Hold, while the comprehensive Wavetable Editor lets you draw or import waveforms and export them in WAV format. Whether you create EDM bangers, cinematic soundscapes or experimental textures, Dune 3’s high‑quality effects and intuitive interface make it a workhorse synth.

Key Features & Benefits

Hybrid synthesis engine – Dune 3 integrates VA, wavetable and FM synthesis. Two oscillator stacks with 32 oscillators each plus a third oscillator and noise generator offer wide sonic variety. Benefit: effortlessly design everything from analog‑style basses to shimmering pads.
Extreme unison power – With 8× unison and up to 520 oscillators per note, plus Swarm mode for random detuning, you can create massive supersaws and evolving textures. At full polyphony the synth can run up to 8 320 voices, giving your leads and pads huge depth.
Dual filter & modulation – The revised dual multimode filter allows serial or parallel routing and blending via a Balance knob; zero‑delay feedback filters and insert effects (formant/vowel filter, phaser) provide surgical or creative shaping. Four MSEG envelopes, three LFOs and a modulation matrix offer deep modulation control.
Advanced arpeggiation & sequencing – Two independent arpeggiator units can run different sequences, import MIDI files and include random and Arp Hold modes. Benefit: build intricate rhythmic patterns for trap beats, film scores or experimental EDM.
Comprehensive Wavetable Editor – Draw waveforms free‑hand, use line/segment tools or enter formulas. Import and export WAV files and morph between waves, enabling custom wavetables tailored to your tracks.
Huge preset library & compatibility – Over 1 000 factory patches crafted by expert sound designers. Fully compatible with Dune 2 presets. Benefit: inspiration is instant across EDM, hip‑hop, pop, orchestral and experimental genres.
Studio‑grade effects – Two master FX busses with nine high‑quality effects each. New algorithms include GQ‑7‑derived EQ, Shimmer Hall reverb for ambient pads, enhanced delay and modulation effects.
Efficient & flexible – Multi‑threaded processing and low CPU usage, plus a clean HD interface with several sizes. Available in VST2, VST3, AU and AAX formats; NKS‑ready for Maschine and Komplete Kontrol. Works on Windows 7 SP1 or later and macOS 10.14+.

Technical Specifications

Synthesis & Voices: VA/wavetable/FM synthesis; two oscillator stacks with up to 32 oscillators each and a third oscillator; unison up to 8× (520 oscillators per note); maximum 16‑voice polyphony (8 320 total oscillators).
Filters: Dual multimode filter with serial/parallel routing; analog‑modelled zero‑delay feedback filters; formant/vowel and phaser insert effects.
Modulation & Sequencing: Four MSEG envelopes, three LFOs, modulation matrix; dual arpeggiator with random and Arp Hold modes; MIDI file import.
Wavetable Tools: Full Wavetable Editor with free‑hand drawing, segment editing, formula input and WAV import/export; Swarm supersaw mode; WAV file editor to loop imported samples.
Presets & Library: Over 1 000 factory patches plus compatibility with Dune 2 presets.
Effects: Two master FX busses with nine effects each, including EQ, delay, reverb, distortion, chorus, phaser and compression; GQ‑7‑derived EQ; Shimmer Hall reverb.
Compatibility & Requirements: Formats: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX; NKS‑ready. 64‑bit host required. Windows 7 SP1+ (2.5 GHz quad‑core CPU) or macOS 10.14+.

FAQs

Q1. What synthesis types does Dune 3 offer?
A1. Dune 3 combines virtual‑analog, wavetable and FM synthesis. The hybrid engine lets you mix subtractive warmth with evolving wavetables and metallic FM for a huge palette of sounds.

Q2. How many presets are included?
A2. The factory library contains more than 1 000 patches. Because Dune 3 is fully patch‑compatible with Dune 2, you also gain access to all of its presets.

Q3. Which plugin formats and DAWs does Dune 3 support?
A3. It runs as a VST2, VST3, AU and AAX plugin and is NKS‑ready for Native Instruments controllers. Any 64‑bit DAW on Windows 7 SP1+ or macOS 10.14+ is supported.

Q4. What is the Swarm mode?
A4. Swarm is an evolution of the classic supersaw. Each oscillator receives subtle modulation so stacked voices drift independently, producing rich, animated textures ideal for pads and modern EDM leads.

Q5. Can I import my own samples or MIDI sequences?
A5. Yes. The Wavetable Editor imports and exports WAV files, and version 3.4 introduced a WAV file editor for looping audio. The dual arpeggiator also imports MIDI files and supports programmable Arp Hold.

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