Product Description

• A Renaissance Synthesiser Cherry Audio Elka-X Synthesiser is based upon the legendary Synthex
• a rare Italian analog synthesiser designed by Mario Maggi and manufactured by ELKA in the early eighties. Elka-X replicates the extraordinary character of the original synth without compromising sound or functionality
• thoughtfully expanding its feature set and delivering the authentic Synthex experience at a price anyone can afford. The Synthex included a combination of uncommon and forward-looking features that made it stand out from other contemporary synthesizers
• including highly stable digitally-controlled analog oscillators and a flexible four-pole multimode filter. Unlike most other popular synths that utilized CEM3320 filter chips in a lowpass-only configuration
• the Synthex filter featured a 24 dB/oct lowpass mode
• 6 and 12 dB/oct bandpass modes
• and a 12 dB/oct highpass mode. Along with a powerful onboard analog chorus effect
• this gave the Synthex a distinct and powerful tonality. It was multitimbral
• with the ability to play two different patches simultaneously
• in either split or layer mode. It even included an innovative four-track monophonic step-sequencer with real-time recording and transposition. By the mid-80s
• ELKA made the last Synthex for Stevie Wonder
• who used it for the distinctive bass tone on his single "Skeletons" from the 1987 album Characters. Other notable users of the Synthex were Geoff Downes of the supergroup Asia
• Keith Emerson
• Duran Duran
• Peter Howell of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop
• and Jean-Michel Jarre
• who used it extensively on Rendezvous and for his famed "laser harp" sound. X-pertly Extended and Enhanced! Each aspect of Elka-X has been precisely modeled upon Cherry Audio's pristine vintage Synthex. Every effort was taken to emulate the prized tone of the original's DCOs
• dynamic filter
• and stunning chorus. Cherry Audio have preserved the innovative sound-sculpting and performance features such as layering and keyboard split
• and hugely improved the original's clunky step sequencer. Once again
• Cherry Audio has kept the soul of a classic alive while enhancing its feature set for modern studio environments. They've increased the polyphony
• included mono and unison modes
• and added velocity response that was absent from the original design. They've expanded the functionality of the filter and the LFOs
• greatly extending the modulation options. Cherry Audio has not only simplified the operation of the four-track step sequencer but added a complete arpeggiator with independent assignments for both layers. Unique panel controls make it painless to exchange settings between layers
• sequencer tracks
• and even different presets. In addition to the chorus effect found in the original
• Elka-X adds studio-quality echo and reverb stereo effects
• with independent settings for both layers. With additional touches such as chord memory
• over 600 pro patches
• and flexible MIDI mapping
• Cherry Audio's Elka-X brings the authentic and expanded Synthex experience roaring into the 21st century. Features Two-part multitimbral operation: two different patches simultaneously playable
• in either a keyboard split or stacked layer mode
• with user-specified split point and discrete controls for layer volume and panning 16 polyphonic voices which can be layered or split across the keyboard Panel Control for selecting layers
• with a utility function for exchanging settings between the Lower and Upper sound layers
• or even between presets Two DCO oscillators with triangle
• sawtooth
• square
• and variable pulse waveforms and independent tuning Modes for polyphonic
• single voice
• and unison monophonic with unison detune PWM Cross Modulation and Ring Modulation for both oscillators White or Pink Noise Generator CEM3320-style multimode filter with 12 or 24 dB/oct lowpass
• 6 or 12 dB/oct bandpass
• or 12 dB/oct highpass Two tempo-syncable LFOs Two independent modulation sections: a fixed LFO 1 section
• and a performance-oriented LFO 2 section
• intended for use with pitch and mod wheel controllers LFO 1 has triangle
• sawtooth
• ramp
• bipolar square
• unipolar square
• and random waveforms; LFO 2 triangle waveform only ADSR Filter and Amplifier envelope generators with Velocity control Multi Trigger for the ADSR Filter and Amplifier envelope generators (in monophonic modes) Chord Memory and Oscillator 2 sync Tempo Sync buttons for LFO 1 and 2
• Sequencer rate
• Arpeggio rate
• and Echo rate for easy sync to DAW project tempo Step Sequencer consists of four individual monophonic sequences
• each with a user-definable length of up to 128 steps
• assignable to either layer and stored with the preset Step Sequencer utility operation for copying
• swapping
• and moving sequencer data between tracks
• or from one preset to another Glide (pitch envelope) and Portamento (standard glide)
• independently enabled for each oscillator Arpeggiator with tempo sync
• independently assignable to both layers Studio-quality chorus
• echo delay
• and reverb effects
• including Cherry Audio's acclaimed "Galactic" reverb algorithm Cherry Audio's popular Focus zoom-in feature
• as well as standard UI zoom and resize with drag Over 600 presets created by a talented and diverse group of sound design veterans Complete MIDI control and DAW automation for all controls
• with easy-to-use MIDI learn Preset and Global level MIDI mapping Highly optimized coding for optimal performance with ultra-low CPU load User-adjustable oversampling control  Elka-X Synthesizer is available in AU
• VST3
• and AAX formats. System Requirements Mac 10.13 or above. macOS 13 Ventura supported. 64-bit required. Native Apple M1 processor support
• including Apple M1 Ultra. 3.4 GHz Quad-Core or M1 CPU with 8GB of RAM recommended. Available in AU
• VST3
• AAX & Standalone formats Windows Windows 7 or above (including Windows 11)
• 64-bit required. Quad-core computer with 8GB of RAM recommended. Available in VST
• VST3
• AAX & Standalone formats Mac Registration Note: Voltage Modular Core 2 + Electro Drums have been used as an example. <iframe frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Ejmfc3wEcPQ?showinfo=0&autohide=1&iv_load_policy=3&rel=0" width="560"></iframe> 1. Visit https://store.cherryaudio.com/redeem?ref=PluginBoutique > click ‘create an account’ to register your product. (If you already have a Cherry Audio account
• simply click ‘login’). 2. Enter your details and click the 'I'm not a robot’ reCAPTCHA > click 'Create an Account'. 3. Once logged in click ‘Store’ on the top toolbar and then ‘Redeem Code’. 4. Enter the serial number from your Plugin Boutique account > click 'Redeem Product'. Installation 1. Choose the correct Mac format for your systen (Intel or M1) > click 'Download'. 2. Open the downloaded .pkg installer > Click 'Continue'. 3. Read through the Software License Agreements > Click 'Continue'. 4. Click 'Agree'. 5. Select your installation destination > Click 'Continue'. 6. Choose the plugin formats you want to install > click 'Continue'. 6. Click 'Install'. 7. Click 'Close' to complete the installation process. Activation 1. Open your installed product and enter your Cherry Audio registered Email and Password > Click 'Login'. Your software is now activated and ready to use! Windows Registration Note: Voltage Modular Core 2 + Electro Drums have been used as the example. <iframe frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Ejmfc3wEcPQ?showinfo=0&autohide=1&iv_load_policy=3&rel=0" width="560"></iframe> 1. Visit https://store.cherryaudio.com/redeem?ref=PluginBoutique > click ‘create an account’ to register your product. (If you already have a Cherry Audio account
• simply click ‘login’). 2. Enter your details and click the 'I'm not a robot’ reCAPTCHA > click 'Create an Account'. 3. Once logged in click ‘Store’ on the top toolbar and then ‘Redeem Code’. 4. Enter the serial number from your Plugin Boutique account > click 'Redeem Product'. Installation 1. Choose the Windows format > click 'Download'. 2. Open the downloaded .exe installer > Click 'Next'. 3. Select 'I Agree to the Terms of this License Agreement' > Click 'Next'. 4. Choose the plugin formats you want to install > click 'Next'. 5. Click 'Next'. 6. Click 'Finish' to complete the installation process. Activation 1. Open your installed product and enter your Cherry Audio registered Email and Password > Click 'Login'. Your software is now activated and ready to use!

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About the Cherry Audio Elka-X

The Cherry Audio Elka-X represents excellent craftsmanship in the Synth category.

Why Choose the Cherry Audio Elka-X?

• •Authentic Cherry Audio craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of Cherry Audio's respected Synth lineup

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