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https://github.com/MikeMorenoDSP/awesome-synthesis

A curated list of software for learning synthesis.
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A curated list of software for learning synthesis.

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# Awesome Synthesis

A curated list of free and open source resources for learning synthesis.



## Synthesizers

**Subtractive**

- [OB-XD](https://www.discodsp.com/obxd/) - Oberheim emulation.

- [Pendulate](https://www.eventideaudio.com/promo/pendulate) – Buchla inspired synthesizer

- [TAL NoiseMaker](https://tal-software.com/products/tal-noisemaker) - 2 oscilator subtractive synth

- [TyrellN6](https://u-he.com/products/tyrelln6/) - 2 oscilator subtractive synth

- [Full Bucket FB-3300](https://www.fullbucket.de/music/fb3300.html) - KORG PS-3300 emulation

- [PG-8X 2.0](https://sites.google.com/site/mlvst0/) - Roland JX-8P Emulation

- [VK-1](https://blamsoft.com/vst/vk-1-viking-synthesizer/) - Moog Voyager emulation.

- [odin2](https://www.thewavewarden.com/odin2) - 24 voice polyphonic synth.



**Frequency Modulation**

- [Dexed](https://github.com/asb2m10/dexed) - yamaha dx7 emulation

- [Exakt Lite](https://www.sonicbits.com/exakt-lite.html) - 4 operator fm synth



**Wavetable Synthesizers**

- [Vital](https://vital.audio/) - spectral warping wavetable synth

- [Helm](https://tytel.org/helm/) - 2 oscilator wavetable synthesizer

- [Surge](https://surge-synthesizer.github.io/) - Hybrid synthesizer / MPE compatible



**Modular**

- [VCV Rack](https://vcvrack.com/) - Eurorack simulator.

- [Automatonism](https://www.automatonism.com/) - Virtual modular synthesizer for Pure Data.

- [Bespoke](https://www.bespokesynth.com/) - A cross-platform modular DAW.

- [Ossia](https://ossia.io/) - cross-platform sequencer compatible with Max, Pd, OpenFrameworks, Processing...



## Audio Analysis Software

- [Sonic Visualiser](https://sonicvisualiser.org/) - Visualisation, analysis, and annotation of music audio recordings.

- [MFreeFXBundle](https://meldaproduction.com/MFreeFxBundle) - Plugins: loudness analyzer, oscilloscope, spectral analyzer, etc.

- [s(M)exoscope](http://armandomontanez.com/smexoscope/) - Oscilloscope plugin.



## Web Synths

- [Google - AR Synth](https://artsandculture.google.com/story/7AUBadCIL5Tnow) - Augmented reality synth studio.

- [Web Audio Modules](https://www.webaudiomodules.org/wamsynths/) - obxd, dexed, tal noisemaker, and many other synths as web browser instruments.

- [Subtract One](https://subtract.one/) - three oscillator subtractive synth.



## Tutorial Websites

- [Ableton - Learning Synths](https://learningsynths.ableton.com/) - interactive tutorial for learning synthesis.

- [Perfect Circuit - Learn Synthesis](https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal/learn-synthesis) - series of articles explaining syntesis with a focus on modular equipment.

- [Moog Foundation - Synthesis Fundamentals](https://moogfoundation.org/learning-synthesis/synthesis-fundamentals/) - posters explaining synthesis fundamentals.

- [Sound On Sound - Synth Secrets](https://www.soundonsound.com/series/synth-secrets) - in depth series of articles explaining synthesis and synthesizer programming sound design.

- [Learning Modular](https://learningmodular.com/category/articles/) - series of articles and videos explaining several modular synthesis.



## Tutorial Videos

- [Moog - Fundamentals of Synthesizer Programming](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL59F85FF6EE33EFD2) - Moog's video series for learning synthesis.

- [Moog Foundation's - Foundation of Synthesis](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWA7SlW2OIchLnATNl217Na7WhGmx9RK5) - Marc Doty's foundation of synthesis.

- [Catalogue of FM Materials](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq3MZ5erDgCS-oD50DMwNxRyL2B3Er6lB) - Ratios and fm algorithms used for getting metal, wood and air sounds.

- [Andrew Huang - FM Synths in under 4 minutes](https://youtu.be/vvBl3YUBUyY) - Vibrato / FM Explanation, very basic.

- [Sounds Good - Granular Synthesis](https://youtu.be/SIsIgCLz1ps) - a producer focused explanation and documentary on granular synthesis.

- [White Noises - Granular synthesis](https://youtu.be/ftDLRYnRYZQ) - eurorack explanation on granular synthesis.



## Didactic Youtube Channels

- [Loopop](https://www.youtube.com/c/loopop) -  Loopop is all about in-depth electronic music & synth ideas tips, tricks and reviews! 

- [Red Means Recording](https://www.youtube.com/c/RedMeansRecording/) - synthesizer demos, music, guides and tutorials.

- [mylarmelodies](https://www.youtube.com/c/mylarmelodies/) - Eurorack focused interviews, demos and suggestions.



## Other Free Stuff

- [Air Windows](http://www.airwindows.com/) - Freeware AUs and VSTs with no GUI, mostly audio effects.

- [Sitala](https://decomposer.de/sitala/) - Free drum sampler.

- [Valhalla DSP](https://valhalladsp.com/demos-downloads/) - Reverbs and Delays

- [sforzando - Sample Player] - Free sample player for sfz files, for orchestral libraries.

- [SFZ](https://sfz.tools/sfizz/downloads) - Sample based musical syntheizer.

- [VSCO](https://vis.versilstudios.com/vsco-community.html) - Free orchestral library.

- [MIS](http://theremin.music.uiowa.edu/MIS.html) - University of Iowa Music Instrument Samples