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Use Audio Plugiator (No Longer Available)

Item ID: Plugiator

Table Top Synthesizer Sound Module with DSP Plug-ins

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From Our Research Team:

Killer Synth Sound Module Based on Modeling, Not Sampling!

The Use Audio Plugiator may be small enough to fit in your backpack, but don't let its modest size fool you. This potent table top synthesizer gives you just what you've been wanting: a fully tweakable and expandable sound module...that performs just like the synth its emulating. Rather than just playing back sample sounds, the innovative DSP-based Plugiator uses Virtual Circuit Modeling to emulate entirely different synth architectures for impressive, spot-on results. Capable of storing eight plug-ins, each with 100 presets, it's time to cross new sonic terrain with the Use Audio Plugiator!

Use Audio Plugiator at a Glance
  • Innovative Virtual Circuit Modeling - not sampling
  • Capable of storing eight plug-ins and tons of presets
  • Easy to switch between presets and plug-ins
  • Includes four free factory plug-ins
  • Handy plug-in manager software
  • Online sound database
  • Highly portable

Innovative Virtual Circuit Modeling - not sampling
Due to the Plugiator's Virtual Circuit Modeling, its plug-ins sound and behave like real hardware - not just recordings of it - for a livelier, more intense sound.

Capable of storing eight plug-ins and tons of presets
The Plugiator can store up to eight different DSP plug-ins and can load any one at a time at a push of a button. Each plug-in comes with 100 presets, allowing you to store up to a whopping 800 different sounds.

Easy to switch between presets and plug-ins
Besides its incredible sound, the Plugiator's wealth of easy-to-use control knobs may well be its next biggest asset. Not only do you get the full-on sound of classic synths, the Plugiator has eight knobs to really get inside and sculpt the tone. The last three knobs control delay time, the level of the delay effect, and chorus - and these knobs stay constant throughout all plug-ins. Though, the other five knobs morph to different sound design parameters, depending upon which plug-in you're using. Plus, because it's so easy to switch between plug-ins and presets, you have access to a stunning array of tones at just the push of a button or turn of a knob!

Includes four free factory plug-ins:
Thanks to its modular design, the Plugiator can load different synthesis plug-ins with different synthesis architectures, enabling a wide field of sound possibilities. Each Plugiator comes with four great plug-ins.

MiniMax
MiniMax is the highly acclaimed replica of the famous synth legend. This plug-in gives you incredibly fat and responsive sound, as well as intuitive control. Tweaking its knobs is pure fun!

LightWave
While the oscillators of the LightWave are based on wavetables, the aftermath is virtual analog, giving you wide control of the sound. From complex pads to powerful leads, LightWave offers a vast range of sonic possibilities.

B4000
The B4000 turns your CME into the Queen of Organs. The genuine sound of a real living electromechanical 400 pound monster. It's lively, authentic, and expressive.

Vocodizer
The Vocodizer is one of the most flexible vocoders ever developed. Plug in your microphone and enjoy spectacular, voice modulated sounds. This plug-in is available as a free download on the Use Audio website once you've registered.


Handy plug-in manager software
When connected to your computer via USB, the plug-in manager software lets you tweak each plug-in via its GUI and manage the presets you want stored inside your plugiator!

Online sound database
Use Audio also integrated an online sound database into the friendly plug-in manager software that allows you to listen to new user-uploaded presets by just clicking your mouse. Rather than downloading and installing sound banks to see whether or not they're right for you, you can conveniently listen to new sounds from the internet instantly with your Plugiator.

Highly portable
The Plugiator is incredibly small, yet offers you an arsenal of synth power wherever you need it. You have no need for a computer with the Plugiator, just toss it into your backpack with a 25-key MIDI controller, and you're ready to perform. This small box has eight encoder knobs, ten "quick pads" for finding your favorite presets, MIDI I/O and Thru, USB, a microphone input, stereo line outs, and a headphone output. Take your music anywhere!

Use Audio Plugiator Features:
  • Virtual Circuit Modeling, not sampling
  • Can hold eight different plug-ins, 100 presets each
  • Includes MiniMax, Lightwave, B4000, and Vocodizer plug-ins
  • Plug-in manager software
  • Online sound database
  • USB
  • MIDI I/O and Thru
  • 1/4" Dynamic Mic Input
  • Dual 1/4" TS Audio Outputs
  • 1/4" Headphone Output

The Use Audio Plugiator lets you take spot-on classic synth sounds anywhere!

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Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number PTTP

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Reviews

Just what the doctor ordered!!!!

by Glenn Shelburne from Ft Wayne, IN USA
November 10, 2008
Music Background: 30 years of making sounds some call music.
Ok so you got some fantastic sounds on that computer. Now drag it to the stage and cross your fingers.(Did I set the screen saver to off?)

I got this box with a lotta cool knobs home and thoug... read more [+]ht does it come with sounds pre-loaded? didn't even take time to go stereo. Just the keyboard, power line and l out to the mixer. Sounds were there and the lights were flashing.

Wow some one really is thinking with this module. All the control of built in sounds you need. I just downloaded the free vocoder plugin so I'm not sure about my singing getting better but then I am thinking that for a person who plays Banjo with a Wah pedal I might just use it for more effects with the banjo or ax.

Get it if you want Synth without breaking the bank. I put in a word to have the wavelight (bundle) be able to import short wave clips Then we can do what we do on the computer. Mix in a box. close [-]

I finally have a mini!

by Andrew Beckman from Framingham, MA
August 25, 2008
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Keyboard Player
I've had other Minimoog VI instruments, but this one is by far the best. And the best part is it's not tied to my computer. Right away, when I dialed in mini patch #2, I was sold. The build quality... read more [+] is excellent - solid chassis and beefy knobs. The B3 emulation is great too (leslie sim is not entirely great on the presets, but so many parameters are editable, that you can get much closer.) The Vocodizer is very slick and extremely fun. I look forward to adding the remaining 4 plugins and hope Use-Audio will continue to develop additional plugins. close [-]

inSync Review

by: Jeff Payton
I had been in the market for a tabletop synth for some time, but was hesitant about acquiring yet another hardware piece for my collection. As an avid virtual synthesis user, I was intrigued by all th... read more
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