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TAL-PHA

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TAL-Pha is an instrument plug-in that emulates the sound of the analog 80's synthesizer Alpha Juno II (MKS-50 is the rack version).
The plug-in produces the classic analog sound, combined with modern flexibility and many additional features. The plug-in can read and convert sysex information from the hardware and can also be used as a controller.

Demo track by Russell Nash - Phantasise

  • Authentic emulation of the 80's hardware synthesizer.
  • Resonance boost for filter self-oscillation.
  • The possibility to detune, modulate, and sync the pulse part of the DCO.
  • Simple but powerful FX section with delay, reverb, and a bell-eq.
  • Arpeggiator with different modes.
  • Stereo UNISON mode with up to seven voices.
  • Aftertouch and MPE support.
  • Microtuning support (tun file import and MTS Client).
  • Original factory banks included.
  • More than 380 fresh presets by Electric Himalaya, The Unfinished, Saif Sameer, emptyvessel and TAL.
  • Individual tuning for every voice converts the synths DCO into a VCO.
  • Reads Sysex files and Sysex MIDI from the hardware device.
  • Can also control a hardware device. If enabled, it sends Sysex through the plug-in MIDI output (only possible when supported by the DAW).


    • The hardware we have used to model and calibrate the plug-in:

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    Great demo by Jim Daneker. All sounds from TAL-Pha, except the Hi-Freq Perc. Also check out his review of the hardware Juno 2, which plays the same intro with the hardware.



    The following video compares the hardware with the software using some factory presets.
    Please see youtube description for more information:



    Product demo by Saif Sameer:



    The Unfinished: Let's Make a Noise 03 - TAL-Pha Synths


    Product demo by KIKO ONE:

    Requirements:
    Windows: Windows 7 or higher (64 bit host)

    macOS: 10.9 or higher (64 bit host). Universal Binary 2 with native Intel and Apple silicon support (M1, M2, M3...).

    AAX: Pro Tools 10.3.6 or higher (64 bit).

    LINUX: 64 bit / Ubuntu 18 or similar.

    Demo restrictions:

    The plug-in produces a rising white noise sound every minute.

    Version 1.3.6 / 29.12.2025
    • 14-bit MPE zone pitch range in Bitwig fixed.
    • Single preset Sysex import fix (invalid ranges for keyfollow and some aftertouch values fixed).
    Version 1.3.6 / 05.12.2025
  • Minor fixes.

    • Version 1.3.4 / 21.11.2025
  • S&H LFO host sync problem fixed.

    • Version 1.3.3 / 23.10.2025
  • Smaller default UI size when loading the UI the first time.
  • Improved Linux CLAP mouse interactions.

    • Version 1.3.1 / 06.10.2025
  • Windows OS crash introduced with version 1.3.0 on fixed.

    • Version 1.3.0 / 02.10.2025
  • LFO delay time reset when notes are in release state.

    • Version 1.2.8 / 17.09.2025
  • More MPE options to improve compatibility for different MPE hardware devices (osmose).
  • Framework update.

    • Version 1.2.6 / 10.04.2025
  • Minor fixes.
  • UI improvements.
  • Fixes a problem that could lead to a crash.
  • Framework update (at least Windows 10 required).

    • Version 1.2.2 / 31.07.2024
  • MONO-Chord mode added (similar to hardware).
  • Changing sample-rate can lead to detuned voices fixed.

    • Version 1.2.0 / 19.04.2024
  • Arpeggiator host-sync timing problem fixed.

    • Version 1.1.9 / 27.03.2024
  • Slow attack in MPE mode fixed.
  • Centred snap for MIDI CC values with zero at center.
  • Update envelope in LCD view also when controlled with MIDI CCs.

    • Version 1.1.8 / 11.03.2024
  • Pops when switching presets fixed (problem was introduced with version 1.1.6).

    • Version 1.1.7 / 02.03.2024
  • Saw PW and Pulse PW sync fixed.

    • Version 1.1.6 / 01.03.2024
  • Massive CPU optimization (especially for x64 systems).

    • Version 1.1.3 / 27.02.2024
  • Always play filter envelope to the end even with amp gate mode.

    • Version 1.1.2 / 26.02.2024
  • SAW PW and PULSE PW not in sync with fast LFO modulations fixed.
  • Wrong delay sync delay time text fixed.

    • Version 1.1.1 / 23.02.2024
  • Color theme file import/export.
  • Fixed LFO sync not working.
  • PW LFO (improved sound, more authentic behavior).
  • Fixed wrong delay sync delay time text introduced with the previous version.
  • Minor fixes.

    • Version 1.1.0 / 20.02.2024
  • New filter "Normal" filter mode for most possible accuracy with the hardware.
  • Optional direct hardware MIDI output for simple hardware control (on the top right).
  • Simple color dialog for the gray scheme.
  • Automatable next/previous preset buttons.
  • CPU optimisations.
  • Minor fixes.

    • Version 1.0.3 / 16.02.2024
  • Delay sync time fixed.
  • Smoother preset switching.

    • Version 1.0.0 / 15.02.2024
  • Public release.