Name: EastWest Forbidden Planet Hybrid Synth Plug-In (Download)
Brand: EastWest
SKU: EA1181112
Price: 119.00 USD

Journey to the outer reaches of the sonic universe with EastWest Forbidden Planet, a hybrid-synth plug-in that offers a vast collection of cinematic and heavy-hitting synths with futuristic sounds, perfect for soundtracks, EDM, hip hop, and more. Forbidden Planet features a premier collection of sampled analog synthesizers (both modern and vintage), acoustic instruments from rock, orchestral, choir, to world-music genres, plus other sound-design elements. Freely morph between electronic- and acoustic-instrument layers, or choose from 650 curated instruments that are playable out of the box—including Bass, Drones, FX, Leads, Pads, and Poly Synths.

Featuring an impressive suite of postprocessing and mixing tools, advanced filter modulation, dual arpeggiator, and an extensive rack of effects, all powered by the critically acclaimed OPUS engine. Forbidden Planet gives you a deep level of sound-manipulation possibilities for unprecedented sonic-shaping power with presets that you can customize.

Hybrid Synth Armageddon

Crossfade between sound sources and filter settings with the central XY pad to capture morphing hybrid sounds in moments. By moving the Orbital Control, you can dynamically capture broad but smooth shifts in both timbre and frequency content. Moving left and right changes the blend amount between two contrasting sources—from analog, acoustic, synthetic, and large-scale cinematic sounds. The vertical position controls filter frequency and is perfect for creating sweeping gestures however you see fit.

Advanced Filter Modulation

The XY Pad isn't the only way to control the filter. Simply pull up the filter section of the UI and you can pop open the hood, controlling the modulation depth. The Mod Envelope allows you to add an ADSR-style envelope onto the filter cutoff, automating its movement with each note, while the Step LFO section produces a gated rhythm as the sequencer modulates the filter cutoff frequency. This leaves you free to play with the XY Pad, creating progressive textures and drones to set the tone of the atmosphere you want to build.

Dual Arpeggiator

The dual-arpeggiator structure allows for any rhythmic combinations you like across both layers. You can create polyrhythms, sync rhythms together, or even choose one layer to sustain while the other sets a rhythmic foundation. Create staccato and legato patterns with portamento and glide as you like. Not only does this make it easy to create highly dynamic and choppy ostinatos, but each of the two sound sources gets its own sequencer with the option to desynchronize their speeds. The two are adjacent to each other in the UI, giving you unprecedented automation capabilities without digging through multiple different submenus. Copy settings between both and you can produce slight variations that support more depth, creativity, and shimmer than you'll find anywhere else.

Bass Sounds

Forbidden Planet's basses are layered with FX pedal tones, contrasting crossfades, and gritty overtones, perfect for tackling the most ambitious soundtracks.

Drone Sounds

Forbidden Planet's mechanical, organic, and environmental drones can be used to create any atmosphere you choose. This is where the XY Pad shines, producing original and morphing ambiences in real time, so you can set the stage however you choose.

FX Sounds

Forbidden Planet offers a collection of effects that defy classification, obtained from voices, acoustic instruments and a variety of synthesized sources—ideal for adding tension, noise, and chilling one-shots to accent your soundscape.

Lead Sounds

Forbidden Planet gives you a tool for creating organic, adaptive leads that pop in the mix. Spend less time designing leads and arrive at the perfect lead instantly.

Pad Sounds

Use the XP pad to shape warm, ambient, or gritty pads, and effortlessly morph between cinematic textures to create a solid backing of chords or build a dramatic soundscape.

Poly Synth Sounds

This collection of presets doesn't fit neatly into any one category—it's perfect for experimentation and bridging different styles. These are your go-to presets when you want to be surprised while still having fine control over the overall sound.

Delivery Format	Download
License Type	Standard: Perpetual License
User Support	1 User
Sound Type	Synthesizer
Library Size	54 GB
Standalone Operation	No
System Compatibility/Requirements	Operating System: macOS/Windows Software Requirements: Support for AU / VST3 / VST2 / AAX (Native) Plug-in Format(s)

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