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Many artists still use the CZ today for its unique sounds, including great pads and synth strings, screaming leads, big basses, weird FX, metallic percussion and above all rave organs! Like many timeless synths, it has a unique sonic quality and will be a beneficial addition to anyone's synth collection.
If you are new to the CZ you'll find that VirtualCZ delivers the same sound quality as its hardware predecessor, along with new features that bring its sound up to date.
- As with its hardware inspiration, VirtualCZ uses Phase Distortion, which is similar to FM Synthesis but easier to program.
- Big stereo UNISON sounds (new feature!) - great for modern synth stabs.
- Familiar ADSR envelopes (or switch to 8 Stage MSEG for the purists!)
- 200 quality presets featuring both retro and modern sounds.
For the Experienced User: Amazing New Features with a Modern Workflow
If you are familiar with the CZ synths, we think you will find VirtualCZ faithfully emulates the sound of the hardware in both sound and feel, also offering some great new features.
- VirtualCZ mirrors the synthesis architecture of the original.
- All key synthesis functions are on the front panel, with graphic envelope displays - no more menus!
- It can load and transmit CZ patches (it functions as a sysex editor for the hardware).
Features
- Recreates the unique synthesis engine of the CZ synths
- Works as a SYSEX editor/librarian for all CZ hardware as well as an emulation.(it models the flagship CZ-1, but is also compatible with the CZ-101, CZ-1000, CZ-3000 and CZ-5000)
- 2 CZ-style Phase Distortion oscillators per voice (each has 8 wave shapes, which can be different for alternate cycles)
- 6 loop-able envelope generators per voice (switchable between easy-to-use ADSR and powerful CZ-style 8-Stage MSEG modes)
- Tempo sync-able LFO for vibrato, with 7 shapes
- Ring Modulation and Noise Modulation
- 32 voice polyphonic/mono/legato modes
- Unison and detuning effects
- Stereo panning effects
- Microtonal tuning support
- Vintage stereo chorus/ensemble effect (2 different algorithms)
- Randomization of parameters
- Easy to use interface (all key synthesis functions accessible on the front panel)
- Includes over 200 high quality presets plus ability to load thousands of CZ patches online
- Presets come in multiple formats: fxp/aupreset/vstpreset/tfx
- Import/export presets for all plugin formats
- Optional cross-format preset browser
- Available for Mac and PC in VST2, VST3, AU and AAX plug-in formats plus standalone app.
Learn more about VirtualCZ.
VirtualCZ Expansion Pack: Casiology
Injecting life back into the classic sound of the original CZ series, Casiology explores and utilises the potential of VirtualCZ's new features to offer a classically inspired expansion.
Featuring 64 presets of which you can expect an authentic 80's Synthwave sound this collection is suited for those looking to add a glow of neon to their productions. The presets have been designed to complement each other and are suited for multiple genre's including House, Electro, Pop, Electronica and more. Many of the sounds make use of aftertouch for a realistic playing experience.
Features
- 18 Basses
- 8 Keyboards
- 5 Leads
- 16 Pads
- 6 Plucks
- 6 Synths
- 3 FX
- 2 Drums
Learn more about VirtualCZ Expansion Pack: Casiology.
VirtualCZ Expansion Pack: Deep Space
The 'Deep Space' expansion brings you 64 cinematic presets best suited for Sci-Fi sound production as well as genres such as Ambient, Electronica, Drum & Bass, Dub Techno and even EDM intros and breakdowns. Perfect for bringing a touch of futuristic sound to your productions utilising VirtualCZ's distinct, unique timbre.
Carefully crafted sounds of the 'Deep Space' soundbank include atmospheres, textures, pads, various FX, sweeps and sequences, that will provide instant inspiration to all music and motion picture audio producers, both in retro and contemporary settings.
Features
- 64 Presets
- 15 x Atmospheres and Textures
- 14 x FX
- 9 x Sequences
- 7 x Pads
- 9 x Keys
- 4 x Sweeps
- 4 x Leads
- 2 x Bass
Learn more about VirtualCZ Expansion Pack: Deep Space.
System Requirements
Mac
- macOS 10.9 (Mavericks) or higher is required, along with a 64-bit host application
- Intel i5 or better CPU and 4GB ram recommended
Formats:
- AAX (ProTools 11.02 +)
- Audio Units (AU)
- VST2.4 and VST3
Windows
- Windows 7 or newer (32 and 64-bit)
- Intel i5 or better CPU and 4GB ram recommended
Formats:
- AAX (ProTools 10.36 + or ProTools 11.02 +)
- VST2.4 and VST3
Awards
Think of a poly synth that’s purely beautifully digital and shows with pride its condition… Think again… Now you’ve got it! The guys from Plugin Boutique have recreated this digital wonder from mid 80s, the Casio’s CZ series of synths with their VirtualCZ, and right now, I’m feeling ...
Read MoreIt’s modest in the world of soft synths - in keeping with the online store’s theme of simple-but-effective own-brand synths, it appears to be have been built with emerging producers in mind, and it’s here that it utterly excels. With styling and layout based on the original CZ hardware syn...
Read MoreAll classic synths deserve a software emulation. ARP, Moog, Prophet and now...er...Casio. Andy Jones sees (or Cz) why... I've interviewed many hundreds of musicians over the last two or three decades and each one of them has a favourite classic synth or three. The most common names are...
Read MoreCZ NEVER DIES... Once again a software developer provides us with a clone of cult acquaintances from the 80s - The Casio CZ... Casio CZ-1 in good company The CZ-series was once Casio's answer to the successful series of Yamaha DX. While Yamaha put on the FM synthesis which lat...
Read MoreMusicTech Magazine have awarded their prestigious Platinum Award to Plugin Boutique's VirtualCZ for Best Software Synthesizer 2014! VirtualCZ is a real gem of a synth in a world that has become obsessed with analogue. A must-buy to increase your sonic palette! (MusicTech Magazine) ...
Read MoreThe Casio CZ line of synthesizers had a great sound in the 1980s. Our reviewer checks out VirtualCZ, and it puts a new spin on the classic sounds from yesterday. by Rob Mitchell, Jan. 2015 Back in the late 1980’s, I remember getting my first synthesizer to use with my At...
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