Acustica Audio has announced the release of a deeply expressive virtual analog synthesizer born from Acustica’s groundbreaking MAREA series.
Expanse-5 (XP-5) faithfully captures the soul of a legendary, 5-voice polysynth of the late analog era—celebrated for its rich tone, musical flexibility, and iconic presence in countless recordings.
Faithful to the principles of classic subtractive synthesis, XP-5 captures the essence of that era while pushing the boundaries with modern enhancements. From an oversampled, high-resolution architecture to advanced modulation and spatial features, XP-5 blends vintage character with cutting-edge digital precision—offering a timeless sound redesigned for today’s creative workflows.
At its core lies MUST (Modular Unified Synthesis Technology), Acustica’s proprietary engine designed to deliver ultra-low latency, efficient CPU usage, and pristine audio quality. This cutting-edge architecture ensures that XP-5 delivers not just authenticity, but also the reliability and flexibility demanded by today’s music producers and sound designers.
Expanse-5 features
- True virtual analog: XP-5 is a faithful emulation of a legendary five-voice polysynth.
- Fully oversampled, block-free: every module runs sample-by-sample to preserve the sonic integrity of its analog inspiration while offering far greater resolution and responsiveness. This minimizes aliasing, enhances transient clarity, and enables smooth, analog-like modulation across the entire signal chain.
- MUST engine: ultra-low latency, light on CPU, pristine sound.
- Superstereo: expansive 3D depth that fills your mix.
- Dedicated sub-voice: deep, focused bass that rumbles through any system.
- Built-in effects: saturation, chorus, delay, and reverb—modeled after our best plugins.
- 450+ Pro presets: handcrafted by top sound designers—truly stunning and downright breathtaking.
Available in VST3, AU, and AAX formats, XP-5 is on sale for the intro price of €99 EUR until July 14th, 2025 (regular €169 EUR).
More information: Acustica Audio
