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The Joy of FM, Without the Headaches
FM synthesis is notoriously difficult to program — complex, technical, and often unintuitive. Halogen FM changes that. We built it to remove the barriers that have kept so many from exploring the raw, expressive power of FM.
Instead of diving into confusing algorithms or endless parameters, Halogen invites you to discover sound through play. It’s a generative instrument that responds to instinct, not instruction — giving you evolving textures, organic tones, and sonic surprises without requiring deep synth knowledge.
Halogen FM lets everyone tap into the beauty and unpredictability of FM synthesis — whether you’re a seasoned producer or just curious. Your ears lead the way, and happy accidents are part of the design.
The Halogen Spark Core
At the heart of Halogen FM is the Halogen Spark core — a powerful engine that generates unique, musical sounds full of character and spontaneity. Just hit the global Spark button and a brand-new patch comes to life instantly. Refining your discovery is easy, simply tweak the Timbre, Envelope Generators for OPR 1 and 2, Modulation, and FX macro knobs to explore subtle shifts and surprising variations.
Halogen is designed to be intuitive — no programming required. But we also know that sometimes, you want to go deeper. That’s why each operator’s parameters are fully accessible, giving you detailed control when you need it — without ever standing in your way when you don’t.
Instant Inspiration, Infinite Depth
With Halogen FM, crafting unique sounds is lightning-fast, yet the depth of character might surprise you. Start by hitting the global Spark button to explore new patches instantly. Then, shape the sound further: turn the Timbre knob left for a softer tone or right for a bolder, more aggressive feel. Likewise, the Modulation knob dials in dynamic unpredictability to the right or a more refined tone to the left. For a smooth pad, turn the EG controls to the right; for a more percussive, plucking sound, turn them to the left.
This intuitive approach makes Halogen FM an instrument of both discovery and control, allowing you to sculpt sounds effortlessly and creatively.
Features
- Infinite patches, zero programming
- Halogen Spark core with global and individual parameter randomisation
- Over 320 expertly designed presets
- Two sonically distinct operators with identical features
- Inspired by a hidden gem in Japanese FM synthesis
- Macro control over Timbre, EG1, EG2, Modulation, and FX
- Full operator access for advanced editing
- Mono and Polyphonic modes
- Fully scalable UI and advanced preset browser
- Custom reverb and full CC MIDI mapping
- Supports poly-aftertouch and poly-pitchbend
System Requirements
Compatibility
- Mac: Standalone Application, AudioUnit, AAX, VST2 and VST3
- PC: Standalone Application, AAX, VST2 and VST3
Mac
- Intel or Apple Silicon Mac
- macOS 10.15.x or above
Windows
- 2GHz CPU with 2GB RAM
- Windows 7 and above
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Note: Minimonsta 2 is used as an example.
Please register your plugin with GForce Software to get access to:
- Download links
- Reg code (different from the one provided by Plugin Boutique and needed when you first open the product.)
Registration
1. Head to www.gforcesoftware.com/account/#my_instruments, or click 'Download' from within your Plugin Boutique User Account.
2. Log in, or register for a new account.
3. Once logged in to your account, click 'View My Instruments'.
4. On the right-hand side of the page, select your purchased plugin from the dropdown list, then enter your Activation Code, which is listed under 'Serial Number' within your Plugin Boutique User Account.
5. Underneath the heading 'My Instruments', click 'View Instrument'.
6. Click 'Download' on the correct version for your OS.
Installation
Mac
1. Double-click the downloaded .pkg file, then double click on the icon marked 'Double Click to Install.pkg'.
2. Click 'Continue'.
3. Click 'Continue'.
4. Click 'Agree'.
5. Select the items you would like the install, then click 'Continue'.
6. Click 'Install'.
7. Once installation has completed, click 'Close'.
8. Locate your License Code, found on the right-hand side of the page within your GForce Account > 'View Instrument'
9. Launch your DAW, and open a copy of Minimonsta 2. Enter your License Code, as blurred out above, into the box. Click 'Register'.
10. Installation is completed. Enjoy your plugin!
Windows
1. Launch the downloaded .exe file. Click 'Next'.
2. Click 'I accept the agreement', then click 'Next'.
3. Click 'Next'.
4. Select the plugin versions you would like to install, then click 'Next'.
5. Click 'Next'.
6. Click 'Next'.
7. Click 'Install'.
8. Once installation has completed, click 'Finish'.
9. Locate your License Code, found on the right-hand side of the page within your GForce Account > 'View Instrument'
10. Launch your DAW, and open a copy of Minimonsta 2. Enter your License Code, as blurred out above, into the box. Click 'Register'.
11. Installation is completed. Enjoy your plugin!
