Way Out Ware TimewARP 2600 Virtual Instrument Mac and PCThe TimewARP 2600 from Way Out Ware is a perfect emulation of the classic ARP 2600 analog synthesizer - and the only one endorsed by the original instrument’s creator, Alan R. Pearlman.
In addition to faithful replication of every original feature, the TimewARP 2600 features up to 8-voice polyphony and extremely sophisticated velocity and aftertouch control. Mapping of MIDI controller parameters to sliders, knobs and switches is virtually unlimited, putting an unprecedented amount of control at your fingertips. And even though you can create incredibly complex sounds with the TimewARP 2600, the unit’s comprehensive preset manager ships with hundreds of patches to get you started. Standalone or RTAS, VST, and AU host operation on Mac and Windows makes this gem the ideal addition to your sound—whether as a synthesizer or a unique signal processor.
TimewARP 2600 Synth Features
- faithful emulation of all original ARP 2600 features and sound
- 3 voltage-controlled oscillators operating in both audio and low-frequency bands
- low-pass resonant filter—supports variable-depth, self-oscillation and audio band and low frequency control modulation
- sample-and-hold modulation driven internally, externally, or via MIDI Beat Clock
- ring modulator
- noise generator—adjustable from white to red noise
- ADSR and AR envelope generators
- envelope follower
- voltage-controlled amplifier with 2 audio inputs, linear/exponential control inputs and initial gain control
- 4-plug multiple module
- stereo reverb
- output pan
- electronic switch
- lag processor with low-frequency filtering from 1.6 to 1600Hz
- 2 inverter modules with input attenuation
- mono/stereo preamp input for use as an effect processor
Keyboard Features
- virtual ARP 3620 keyboard
- extensive control over velocity and aftertouch including linear, exponential, logarithmic or inverted polarity
- up to 8-voice polyphony
- variable-rate portamento
- octave switch
- pitch bend
- LFO controls including delayed sine wave, vibrato depth, and speed
- LFO outputs including square, triangle, and sine waves
- external LFO input allows keyboard voltages to be modulated by any signal TimewARP 2600 signal
- interval latch switch latches a two-note interval for single-key playing
- 2 upper voice outputs
- multiple or single trigger/gate modes
- keyboard repeat mode provides auto repeat or repeat on key-press synchronized to keyboard LFO and MIDI Beat Clock
- square wave can be synced to MIDI Beat Clock
Programming Features
- instant access to complex sounds via hundreds of great factory presets
- extensive patch manager with sort, import and export capabilities
- virtual patch cables
- incredible smooth controls in both operation and sound
- unlimited MIDI assignment of all controls to MIDI controllers
- responds to MIDI bank- and patch-select commands
It's the 70s All Over Again!!
The ARP 2600 synthesizer helped define the music of an era. Edgar Winter's Frankenstein, The Who's Who Are You, The Tubes, Jean Michel Jarre, Deep Purple, and on and on. Only 3,000 ARP 2600's were produced between 1970 and 1981, and they've been trading hands among collectors for thousands of dollars ever since.
Benchmark Filter Design
The success of any great analog synthesizer emulation relies on accurately modeling the behavior of the Voltage Controlled Filter module. Not a trivial task, WOW has created a new industry benchmark with its TimewARP 2600 digital VCF. It must be heard to be believed.
Extensive Patch Manager
There is no limit to the number of patches you can create and save with the TimewARP 2600. In addition to comprehensive import and export abilities, we also include a sophisticated Patch Manager for sorting your presets any way you want. The TimewARP 2600 also responds to MIDI bank-select and patch-select commands for total control.
Use As Part Of An Effects Chain
Utilize the signal input/output function on any ProTools I/O bridge to use the TimewARP 2600 like an elaborate signal effects processor.
Plug in a guitar, microphone or other sound source to provide an additional signal feed to be used in the TimewARP as an oscillator, LFO modulator, control voltage and more. Use the synthesizer as an effect to process the input. Create one-of-a-kind vocoder effects. For example, Pete Townsend used this ability to drive the guitar sound in The Who's Who Are You.
Trigger From MIDI Tracks
Running as a track plug-in, the TimewARP 2600 can also process prerecorded MIDI tracks. Under MIDI control, the Internal Clock may be synchronized to an incoming MIDI Beat Clock.
Evolving Textural Patches
The TimewARP 2600 comes loaded with hundreds of great patches right out of the box, and due to the TimewARP's unique sonic environment, you can create evolving textural patches.
8 Voice Polyphony
The original ARP 2600 was a monophonic instrument. But those days are over. Sure you can play the TimewARP 2600 in monophonic mode, but you'll have more fun playing all of those classic patches with multiple voices for the first time.
Virtual Patch Cables
The TimewARP 2600 features Virtual Patch Cables to help you construct all of the 2600's distinctive sounds with an intuitive interface that works just like the original. Simply grab a cable and plug it in where needed—the TimewARP 2600 will automatically mimic the proper effect in real time.