The "HV-Formant" is the worlds first Heptaverton Surround™ VSTi softsynth. It is available as a standalone version and VSTi plugin version for Microsoft based computers.
Feature list
Stereo and HV-Surround play mode.
100% modular design (no predefined or internal connections between modules) upto effect section.
Flexible Monophonic, Polyphonic and Unison voice selection.
Unique 6 oscilator concept with dynamic wave mixing and splitting.
Open filter architecture with multiple standard and exotic filter algorithms.
Multi curve envelopes with advanced velocity or modulation responce.
Easy internal or external colour coded controller assignment, saved with each patch.
key hold memory with key add and remove function.
Stereo or HV-surround pan, chorus and delay effects.
The Formant Classic project is a tribute to the legendary Elektor Formant DIY (Do It Your self) synthesizer of 1977/78.
It is available as a standalone version and VSTi plugin version for Microsoft based computers.
Project goals
To recreate the original Elektor Formant
To serve as an Synthmaker Example synth that you can change to your own needs whith original or new modules.
To present a Modular Subtraktive synth for educational purpose.