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More than an 8-trick pony
Lush 2's multilayer architecture gives you access to virtually limitless sound design possibilities and a wide spectrum of applications.
More than an 8-trick pony
Lush 2's multilayer architecture gives you access to virtually limitless sound design possibilities and a wide spectrum of applications.
Super-convenient mixer
Bring it all together easily with a powerful built-in mixer: parametric EQ, compression and 3 send effects per layer!
Super-convenient mixer
Bring it all together easily with a powerful built-in mixer: parametric EQ, compression and 3 send effects per layer!
The sound you're looking for
Astonishing sound quality comes with over 1600 presets to let you easily find what you need.
The sound you're looking for
Astonishing sound quality comes with over 1600 presets to let you easily find what you need.
Look and feel
Beautiful GUI with different themes and sizing to help you work in a way that suits you.
Look and feel
Beautiful GUI with different themes and sizing to help you work in a way that suits you.
Get under the hood
Powerful, yet practical. An easy-to-tweak instrument that helps you find hit sounds in seconds, unleashing its and your maximum potential
Lush 2 isn’t based on just a single machine; it’s built from modules that can be found in many modern virtual synths, combined into one compact, logical layout. Don’t let its looks fool you: though it may look benign at first, its modular, multi-layer architecture takes it beyond simplistic poly-synths to the top shelf of extremely powerful, deeply programmable and devilishly versatile instruments in your arsenal. Suspiciously accurate sound is achieved only through experience: countless hours were spent analyzing classic analogue synthesizers, and then designing and implementing DSP algorithms with close attention to every component in the signal path - not just approximating its overall output. We deliver to you a synth built on oscillators of uncompromising quality, filters with an incredibly natural warmth and character, and best-in-class effects. On top of that, with all of the layers, multi-layer options, and routing capabilities the plugin offers - there’s no end to what you can do with just a single instance of Lush 2
Synthesizer
Lush 2 lets you reach “unheard of” levels of creativity - each layer works as an independent synthesizer with its own polyphony, parameters, enhanced arp, and a choice between 8 of the finest insert effects.
Substantial factory content
Over 1600 presets (all preset types included) curated into a clear, easy-to-navigate structure. A carefully prepared, categorized
and tagged bank always lets you find exactly what you’re looking for - from
massive basses, to complex sequences, to the toughest-sounding synthetic percussion you’ve ever
heard... you’ll find it all here. Huge, inspiring arpeggiator performances covering an unusually broad
scope will draw you in from the first key press.
Plus, most of the factory presets make extensive use
of the modulation matrix to produce sounds that are much more expressive and flavorful; Lush 2
was designed to be a musical instrument first and foremost, and therefore the factory presets were
designed with playability and personality in mind.
Multilayer architecture
This guarantees Lush 2 has virtually limitless sound design possibilities and unique applications. You
can quickly create multi-layer sounds by simply assigning any (or all) of the 8 layers to the same MIDI
channel; this can result in anything from subtle chorusing to sonic anarchy!
Assigning layers to different keyboard zones lets you create sophisticated splits, and an entire split-zone
preset library exists to get you started. You can also assign different layers to different MIDI channels
for 8-part multi-layer usage, and send out up to 11 audio outputs.
Two insert effects per layer
From subtle to sabotage: choose from 8 customized effect algorithms per insert, per layer, to hone your sound.
Inspiring arpeggiator
A powerful bespoke arpeggiator section with independent presets to get your groove on!
VCO with Analog feel
Innovative oscillator algorithms developed by D16 make Lush 2 sound exactly like a sampled hardware
analog synth - but without the sampling! There is no aliasing in the oscillators, even at 22kHz from the
note’s base frequency. Vibrato and pitch bend don’t compromise the spectral quality of the oscillators,
allowing Lush 2 to sound completely authentic even with the most challenging performances.
+ Few several tweaks hidden in drop-down panels giving you yet more possibilities;
Musical filter
Resonance is constant across the entire frequency range, making the filter sound totally authentic, especially when controlled with the envelopes or an LFO. Pushing the resonance to maximum and turning all the oscillators down will produce a pure, pleasant sine wave as the filter is driven into self-oscillation, mirroring its hardware counterparts. Of course, keyboard tracking can also be applied to the filter for a smooth, adjustable cutoff gradient across the keyboard range.
Substantial factory content
Over 1600 presets (all preset types included) curated into a clear, easy-to-navigate structure. A carefully prepared, categorized
and tagged bank always lets you find exactly what you’re looking for - from
massive basses, to complex sequences, to the toughest-sounding synthetic percussion you’ve ever
heard... you’ll find it all here. Huge, inspiring arpeggiator performances covering an unusually broad
scope will draw you in from the first key press.
Plus, most of the factory presets make extensive use
of the modulation matrix to produce sounds that are much more expressive and flavorful; Lush 2
was designed to be a musical instrument first and foremost, and therefore the factory presets were
designed with playability and personality in mind.
Multilayer architecture
This guarantees Lush 2 has virtually limitless sound design possibilities and unique applications. You
can quickly create multi-layer sounds by simply assigning any (or all) of the 8 layers to the same MIDI
channel; this can result in anything from subtle chorusing to sonic anarchy!
Assigning layers to different keyboard zones lets you create sophisticated splits, and an entire split-zone
preset library exists to get you started. You can also assign different layers to different MIDI channels
for 8-part multi-layer usage, and send out up to 11 audio outputs.
Two insert effects per layer
From subtle to sabotage: choose from 8 customized effect algorithms per insert, per layer, to hone your sound.
Inspiring arpeggiator
A powerful bespoke arpeggiator section with independent presets to get your groove on!
VCO with Analog feel
Innovative oscillator algorithms developed by D16 make Lush 2 sound exactly like a sampled hardware
analog synth - but without the sampling! There is no aliasing in the oscillators, even at 22kHz from the
note’s base frequency. Vibrato and pitch bend don’t compromise the spectral quality of the oscillators,
allowing Lush 2 to sound completely authentic even with the most challenging performances.
+ Few several tweaks hidden in drop-down panels giving you yet more possibilities;
Musical filter
Resonance is constant across the entire frequency range, making the filter sound totally authentic, especially when controlled with the envelopes or an LFO. Pushing the resonance to maximum and turning all the oscillators down will produce a pure, pleasant sine wave as the filter is driven into self-oscillation, mirroring its hardware counterparts. Of course, keyboard tracking can also be applied to the filter for a smooth, adjustable cutoff gradient across the keyboard range.
Modulation matrix
An entire page dedicated to assigning your modulation to nearly any parameter - pick a source, pick a destination, set an amount: creative modulation!
Arp gate and tie
Even the arpeggiator’s MIDI output can be used as a modulation source, allowing for complex sequences and refreshingly odd progressions.
Huge amount of destinations
You can access almost all Layer's parameters to use in the Modulation Matrix.
Different velocity curves
To define proper velocity response for your MIDI keyboard.
Mixer
Lush 2 also comes complete with a powerful built-in mixer, complete with layer-independent parametric equalizers and compressors that can be rearranged. Volume, pan and superb send effects allow you to put the finishing touches on the final output.
Three send effects to set the stage - Reverb
A smooth, rich, and spacious reverb to satisfy even the most ardent purists.
Layer's channel strip
Each layer has a dedicated channel strip in the mixer to make getting the sound you desire a breeze.
Compressor
Each channel strip has its own compressor to provide better control over dynamics for every layer and each send effect.
Parametric EQ
Having this many layers requires proper mixing ... and you need parametric EQ to get it done properly!
Three send effects to set the stage - Reverb
A smooth, rich, and spacious reverb to satisfy even the most ardent purists.
Three send effects to set the stage - Delay
A comprehensive delay unit with tempo sync option.
Three send effects to set the stage - Chorus
Warm-sounding double-line chorus.
Layer's channel strip
Each layer has a dedicated channel strip in the mixer to make getting the sound you desire a breeze.
Compressor
Each channel strip has its own compressor to provide better control over dynamics for every layer and each send effect.
Parametric EQ
Having this many layers requires proper mixing ... and you need parametric EQ to get it done properly!
Multi-core support
Fully utilize today’s modern processors according to your performance needs.
Look and Feel
Choose from several color variants with alternative UI sizes and HiDPI support.
MIDI Learn
MIDI Learn for easy controller assignment
Endorsement
Downloads
Manuals
User Manual - English versionSystem requirements
Windows PC
- OS version
- Windows 7 or newer
- CPU
- Intel x86 / AMD x86
- Software
- VST2 / VST3 / AAX compatible host application (32bit or 64bit)
- Sample rate
- 44.1 - 192 kHz
Apple Mac
- OS version
- Mac OS X 10.13 to macOS 14
- CPU
- Intel x86 / Apple Silicon
- Software
- VST2 / VST3 / AU / AAX compatible host application (64bit only!)
- Sample rate
- 44.1 - 192 kHz
Document containing system requirements for entire D16 Group plug-in line-up you can download from here Compatibility Chart
Note
This product is not a standalone program so you need a host application to use it.
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