Cherry Audio Trident Mk III Synthesizer

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Cherry Audio Trident Mk III Synthesizer

Cherry Audio

Trident Mk III Synthesizer

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Model: Trident Mk III Synthesizer
Category: Synth
Price: $72.16

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Product Description

  •   Cherry Audio's Trident Mk III synthesizer is a stunning virtual instrument that meticulously revives the sonic capabilities of the original 1981 and 1982 Trident Mk I and Mk II hardware synths. It not only replicates the multitimbral experience of the original but exponentially enhances it
  • offering an unparalleled combination of innovation and authenticity. Cherry Audio has meticulously recreated each section of the original Trident hardware — the sweeping Synth
  • the bold Brass
  • and the stirring Strings — and enhanced the entire ensemble with additional features. The voice count has been increased to 16 for each section
  • and now includes velocity sensitivity and aftertouch
  • as well as support for polyphonic aftertouch. The lower panels for Keyboard
  • Motion (a new feature)
  • and Effects have been significantly expanded to include a virtual studio of tools that enhance this "orchestra-in-a-box" experience like never before. These features include drag-and-drop zones and quick templates for splits and layers
  • a DAW-friendly 16x2 polyphonic step sequencer
  • and dual arpeggiators. Trident also features 17 studio-quality effects that can now be arranged and reused within its four effects chains. These effects include the original BBD flanger
  • a compressor
  • a lo-fi effect
  • a phaser
  • a ring modulator
  • a 7-band EQ
  • and various delays and reverbs
  • including the new Lushverb. With comprehensive MIDI mapping capabilities and over 370 professionally designed presets
  • Trident is a must- have virtual instrument that will captivate both vintage synth enthusiasts and contemporary music producers.   Features All three sections -- Synthesizer
  • Brass
  • and Strings -- superbly recreated and significantly enhanced with expanded functionality and modulation options Up to 16 voices for each section Polyphonic Synthesizer section with dedicated mixer Paraphonic Brass and String sections with dedicated mixers Support for velocity and aftertouch (including polyphonic aftertouch with compatible controllers) and pedal expression
  • independently assignable to the sections to control volume
  • filter
  • and modulation Synthesizer Section Voice Modes: Monophonic
  • two Polyphonic modes
  • or 2
  • or 8 Unison Two VCOs: one with sawtooth
  • pulse width
  • and PWM waveforms; the other with sawtooth
  • triangle
  • and pulse width VCF per voice with LP
  • Band
  • or Notch response and keyboard tracking
  • based on the original's SSM 2044 Two envelope generators (EG) Syncable dedicated Modulation Generator (LFO) with triangle
  • sawtooth
  • ramp
  • square
  • and sample & hold waveforms
  • with delay and retrig • Brass Section Dedicated filter with cutoff
  • resonance
  • EG intensity
  • auto damp o Dedicated vibrato with delay and EG Silence note and multi-trigger options String Section Dedicated filter with attack/release envelope o Equalizer Bowing control Vibrato with delay Master Mixer with stereo panning
  • transpose
  • and master tune Pitch bend and vibrato joystick controls
  • with glide for the synthesizer section Hideable switching lower panels for Keyboard
  • Motion (a new feature)
  • and Effects Independent key range assignment for all three instrument sections for layering and splitting
  • with crossfade
  • assignable through draggable zone handles or "Quick Split" templates 16x2 polyphonic step sequencer with start
  • stop
  • and auto start options
  • with accurate DAW clock and step synchronization Patterns can be programmed to record real-time notes or as steps
  • with ties
  • accents
  • and Pattern A and Pattern B variations and combinations Two assignable dynamic arpeggiators with four modes – Arp
  • Leap
  • Order
  • and Random Swing
  • Chance
  • and Feel groove controls for both the sequencer and arpeggiators to add degrees of randomness to arpeggiated patterns Four independent customizable chains of effects
  • one for each instrument section plus global
  • with a global effect modulator 17 studio-quality effects that can now be arranged
  • saved
  • and recalled within its four effects chains: BBD Flanger (new
  • based on the Trident original) Compressor Digital Delay Digital Reverb Distortion & EQ Dual Delay (new) Dual Ensemble (new) o Dual Phaser Envelope Filter Flanger & Chorus Galactic Reverb Lo-Fi (updated) Lushverb (new) Ring Modulator (new) Seven Band EQ Spring Reverb (new) Tape Echo (new) Persistent mini UI Effects controls for on/off
  • solo
  • bipolar modulator amount slider
  • and dry/wet mix for each effect. Global FX on/off
  • level
  • and stereo expand. Over 370 professionally designed presets in 14 categories
  • accessible in a convenient preset browser Standalone virtual instrument and plug-in versions included User-adjustable oversampling control Complete MIDI control and DAW automation for all controls
  • with easy-to-use MIDI learn and mapping (Preset and Global) Cherry Audio's popular Focus zoom-in feature
  • as well as standard UI zoom and resize via drag Complete documentation available directly online from the instrument or in downloadable PDF format   macOS  macOS 10.13 or above. 64-bit required. Intel or Apple Silicon processor. 3.4 GHz Quad-Core or Apple Silicon CPU with 8GB of RAM is recommended. Hard disk space: 110 MB. Windows Windows 7 or above (including Windows 11)
  • 64-bit required. 3.4 GHz Quad- Core computer with 8GB of RAM recommended. Hard disk space: 110 MB. • NOTE: Internet connection required for product activation 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 Trident Mk III Synthesizer

Discover the distinctive sound and feel of the Cherry Audio Trident Mk III Synthesizer, a standout choice among Synth.

Why Choose the Cherry Audio Trident Mk III Synthesizer?

  • 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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