The spirit of analogue
The spirit of analogue
Diva captures the spirit of five decades of analogue synthesizers. Oscillators, filters, and envelopes from some of the greatest monophonic and polyphonic synths of yesteryear were meticulously modelled for unmatched analogue sound. More than a single synthesizer: Recreate an old favourite or mix-and-match modules to design your unique hybrid.
- Authentic, award-winning analogue sound
- Mix-and-match panels for custom layouts
- Per-voice oscillator detune and user-definable modulation source
- Zero delay feedback (ZDF) filter design for authentic resonance behaviour
- 3 ADS(S)R envelope models based on classic synth hardware with keyboard follow and velocity scaling
- 5 oscillators models based on classic synth hardware
- 5 filter models based on classic synth hardware
- 2 host-syncable LFOs with multiple waveforms, restart options and phase controls
- 2 stereo effects slots, each with chorus (3 modes), phaser (2 modes), plate reverb, delay, rotary speaker
- Host-syncable arpeggiator with continuous rate offset, swing, various progression options
- MIDI learn page and editable list
- Resizable UI from 70% to 200%
- Over 1200 factory presets
- NEW in v1.4.5: Support for Oddsound MTS-ESP
- NEW in v1.4.8: MPE Support
Bundle options
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Everything Bundle
All our plug-ins in one bundle
999 €
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All Synths Bundle
All u-he synths
599 €
Sights and Sounds
Demo Tracks
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Mike Leghorn – Venus • Holst’s Venus arranged by Mike Leghorn. All Diva except for a bit of Zebra, plus Uhbik-A for reverb.
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Benjamin Wild – A Tribute To Jack • A dance piece by Benjamin Wild. All synth sounds are Diva. Additional drums and processing.
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NedFX – Divavavoom • A short Diva demo track by NedFX. Additional drums and processing.
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Diva Arksun Soundbank – Diva Ice Cool • A demo track by ARKSUN Sound, made entirely with Arksun’s Diva Arksun Soundbank.
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BigTone – BigTone patch sampler • A walk through selected Diva factory patches by BigTone. All patches played in draft quality.
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Bronto Scorpio – Bronto Scorpio’s Demo • Diva’s heavier side. By Bronto Scorpio.
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Chris Micali – Bronto Scorpio’s Demo • An ambient track by Chris Micali. All Diva except vocal samples, drums and gated breath pad.
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Ugly Frank & Kriece – Angular Momentum (Kriece’s Diva Dub) • Chunky, thick tech-house track from Ugly Frank & Kriece starring Diva. All sounds from Diva except drums and percussion.
Tutorial Videos
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Diva tutorial 1 - Distortion
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Diva tutorial 2 - Glide2
About Glide2.
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Diva tutorial 3 - Brass Bounce
Making a synthbrass.
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Diva tutorial 4 - PWM
About Pulse Width Modulation.
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Diva tutorial 5 - LFO recursion
About LFO recursion.
Oscillators
Like the filters, Diva’s oscillators are also modelled on classic hardware. The five models offer a wide range of different characteristics that fundamentally affect the overall sound, giving you a broad palette to start with for your next riff, bass and pad.
All five share common controls: waveform selection, octave range, mix or independent output volume controls, a noise source and plentiful modulation options. Plus a few touches unique to each model.
Triple VCO
With three oscillators, Triple VCO is the largest of the oscillator panels. Waveform shape selection is continuous rather than discrete: choose ramp, triangle, sawtooth, square or any position inbetween for hybrid shapes. Try out frequency modulation (FM), oscillator sync, waveform modulation for striking tones. Use feedback to route post-filter sound back into the oscillator mixer for effects ranging from mild bass boost to subharmonics / low-frequency howling.
Dual VCO
A bit simpler than the Triple VCO, but still extremely capable. Multiple waveforms can be activated per oscillator for rich and diverse sounds. Pulse width modulation (PWM), sync and cross modulation (FM) are available. Select one of three hardware revisions for different characteristics.
DCO
This is the only single oscillator model in Diva, but a few special tricks make it a worthy addition. The oscillator is multi-wave, summing four sources: pulse, sawtooth, suboscillator and noise, so the final sound can still be quite complex. Try the DCO whenever you need a crisper sound than the other analogue oscillators provide.
Dual VCO Eco
A simpler panel for a more CPU-friendly model—a pair of oscillators with independent tuning and multiple waveforms. While neither PWM nor FM are included, this model does offer ring modulation.
Digital
A simpler panel for a more CPU-friendly model—a pair of oscillators with independent tuning Digital? In Diva? Yes, it is true. This addition models all the grit and “flaws” of the original and broadens Diva’s palette of sounds admirably. Digital includes very different waveforms, most notably Multisaw, which is great for rich pads. More common waveforms such triangle and sawtooth can be warped and modulated for intriguing results.
Filters
Like the filters, Diva’s oscillators are also modelled on classic hardware. The five models offer a wide range of different characteristics that fundamentally affect the overall sound, giving you a broad palette to start with for your next riff, bass and pad.
All five share common controls: waveform selection, octave range, mix or independent output volume controls, a noise source and plentiful modulation options. Plus a few touches unique to each model.
Ladder
A 24dB per octave (4-pole) ladder filter switchable to 12dB (2-pole).
Cascade
Related to Ladder, but a cleaner sound. A rough/clean switch changes the tonal character and resonance.
Multimode
Similar to Cascade, but with various filter modes: highpass, bandpass, 4-pole lowpass and 2-pole lowpass.
Bite
Sallen-Key topology for a very distinctive character and intense resonance. Switch between two revision options.
Digital
A 2-pole state variable with crossfade between lowpass—via either bandreject or bandpass—to highpass.
Effects and envelopes
Oscillators and filters get your sound humming, but a little polish and refinement make it sing.
Switching oscillators and filters on or off like an organ would be very limiting. Envelopes provide more nuanced and engaging results. Diva has two slots—one dedicated to the amplifier, the other to the filter—both with three models to choose from. Craft gently rising sounds, notes that fade slowly into the distance, or sharp percussion.
As a final touch you can put Diva’s two stereo effects slots to use. In keeping with the vintage feel, the available effects would be right at home in the studios of bygone days. Add space with the plate reverb and delay, or movement with the phaser, chorus and rotary speaker effects.
Subtle Details
Small details can transform static, lifeless sounds into something much more lively and organic.
The Trimmers panel is where you can make your sounds feel more analogue. Control voice detuning per oscillator, adjust variance between individual voices (round robin), voice drift and more—adding life to your music. These options mirror the inherent variations in analogue hardware. As the circuit boards are not always 100% the same (due to component tolerances), oscillator tuning may differ slightly, some envelopes are a little less snappy. The individual effects may be subtle, but they add up to a more authentic analogue sound.
Dive into the Modifications panel for more modulation options and an opportunity to push Diva into more experimental and unusual territories. Modulation processors such as Invert, Add, Quantize and Lag open up fresh ideas for manipulating Diva. These capabilities take Diva beyond the original hardware that inspired it.
Awards
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December 20122012 - EDITOR'S CHOICEComputer Music -
December 20122012 - EDITOR'S CHOICEComputer Music
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December 20122012 - EDITOR'S CHOICEComputer Music -
“Diva’s slick, accessible interface and truly mind-blowing sound make it a fine addition to your synth rack.”December 20122012 - EDITOR'S CHOICEComputer Music
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December 20122012 - EDITOR'S CHOICEComputer Music