The Pro-52 virtual instrument, fashioned after the Sequential Circuits Prophet-5, combines the sonic properties of the unique originals with the practical requirements of the present day.

Using Native Instruments' NSP-Technology (Native Signal Processing) it is possible to generate a software synthesizer equal to its legendary hardware predecessors. The Native Instruments Pro-52 sets new standards without denying its origins: no fixed limit to the number of voices, many times more preset memories, velocity sensitivity, MIDI automation of all available parameters and the option to run several Pro-52's in parallel.

The Pro-52 is able to import Prophet-5 SysEx sound data, which means it can read and accurately reproduce all the existing sound libraries made for the original. The subtle deviations from perfect behaviour which are typical of analog circuits and crucial to the sound, can now be fine-tuned.

A built-in effects unit adds multi-echo and ultra-fat chorus and flanging effects. This makes the sound of the Pro-52 'complete' for both live performance and studio production. The included preset sounds make extensive use of the effects. The Pro-52 also has an audio input, for processing external audio signals through its filters.

The Native Instruments Pro-52 integrates into the computer based virtual studio using VST 2.0 and ASIO. It can be used as a sequencer plug-in or as a stand-alone synthesizer.

Features

• Fashioned after the vintage cult synths of the 80ies
• 2 oscillators per voice
• Choice of pulse, triangle and saw-tooth waveforms
• Oscillator detune and synchronization
• 24dB low-pass filter with resonance and self oscillation
• ADSR envelopes for amplitude and filter
• Low Frequency Oscillator with numerous modulation options
• Theoretically unlimited number of voices (depending on CPU power)
• 512 freely programmable preset memories
• 512 selected classic analog sounds preprogrammed
• 64 new up-to-date sounds by vintage-synth legend John Bowen
• Velocity sensitivity (optional)
• Real-time MIDI control and automation of all parameters
• Two operating modes: analog warmth or digital accuracy
• Amount of analog inaccuracies freely adjustable
• Effects unit for chorus, flanging and echo, MIDI-syncable
• Input for external audio signals
• Fully compatible to Prophet-5 MIDI-SysEx program data
• Operates as VST 2.0 Plug-In
• Stand-alone operation with ASIO, Sound Manager, MME or DirectSound

Purchase Information

• $199

Requirements

• Windows 95/98/NT 4.0
• Pentium 133 MHz (Pentium 233 MHz recommended)
• 32 MB RAM (64 MB recommended)
• 16-bit sound card
• MIDI interface and keyboard recommended
• VST 2.0 compatible host software (such as Cubase VST 3.7 or higher) to optionally use as plug-in

A Macintosh version is also available.