XILS Lab The Eighty
Synthesizer Virtual Instrument
A Groundbreaking Synthesizer Inspired by the Legendary CS-80
The Eighty is a groundbreaking virtual synthesizer inspired by the legendary CS-80.
Recognized as one of the most iconic synthesizers of all time, the CS-80 was celebrated for its rich analog warmth and unmatched expressiveness.
XILS-Lab has meticulously recreated this timeless classic, enhancing it with modern features that expand its creative potential.
With 'The Eighty,' producers and musicians can harness the authentic sound of the CS-80, integrated with innovative tools like an advanced 2D mixer, extended arpeggiator, and zero-delay filters.
This instrument is a fusion of vintage character and forward-thinking design, making it perfect for creating lush pads, expressive leads, and rhythmic sequences.
The original CS-80 was famously embraced by legendary artists like Stevie Wonder and Vangelis, defining an era of synthesizer-based music.
With The Eighty, you can channel the same inspiration while leveraging modern enhancements.
Craft sweeping cinematic soundscapes, punchy basslines, or soaring leads with ease.
The combination of authentic presets and deep modulation options ensures limitless creative possibilities for producers and sound designers alike.
Features
- Each synthesis line features one oscillator with LFO, high Pass and Low pass Filters with two envelopes
- An advanced 2D Mixer with animation
- An extended Arpeggiator which can modulate component depending on the current step
- Easy access to Vibrato, Tremolo, Poly After touch, Velocity
- Four deep and warm effects with independent routing: Delay, Phaser, Reverb, EQ
- A ring modulator associated with a simple envelope
- A chorus for Tremolo and Vibrato as well as ensemble effects
- Plenty of modulation sources and destinations
- An advanced Preset manager which allows you to find quickly the right sound for your music
System Requirements
- MacOS 10.13 High Sierra and above
- Windows 7 and above (64-bit only)
- Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon CPU
- Free iLok account and iLok License Manager
- iLok Machine and iLok USB licensing methods are supported
- Includes 2 activations per license
Plugin Formats
AAX Native, AU, VST2, and VST3
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