bx_subsynth Subharmonic Synthesizer
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Add bone-shaking subharmonic
bass to your sources.
Born in the days of disco, subharmonic synthesizers helped overcome the low-end limitations of vinyl, giving DJs, sound designers, and club mixers pounding kick drums and booty-shaking basslines that defined dance music.
Developed by Brainworx, the bx_subsynth Subharmonic Synth plug-in for UAD-2 hardware and Apollo interfaces takes its cues from the iconic dbx 120XP Subharmonic Synthesizer, but with a host of modern features.Now You Can:
Easily add massive low-end punch without affecting the midrange
Beef up kick drums, bass synths, or even old vinyl
Use the M/S feature to pinpoint where you add bass
Harness features like the extra frequency band, the Edge section, and the expanded metering
Take a Listen
Updating a Classic
The bx_subsynth Subharmonic Synthesizer plug-in takes the dbx 120XP’s Waveform Modeling engine one step further by adding a third synthesis band. This extends the upper end of the synthesis range from 56 Hz up to 80 Hz — where many crucial instrument fundamentals lie — allowing you to process a wider range of sources, from electronic kick drums to bass synths and more.
Saturate Sources
The bx_subsynth Subharmonic Synthesizer plug-in’s Edge section lets you compress and saturate your source — a handy feature for shaping subharmonic content or building explosive transient peaks. And with Smooth or Harsh modes, Squeeze and Drive, as well as Low/High-Cut filters, you’re afforded an unprecedented amount of control over subharmonic information.
Full Stereo Spectrum Control
The bx_subsynth’s M/S features give you the option to focus the processing only on the mid channel. Sound designers will love being able to pump the center up to blockbuster proportions without affecting the sides. The stereo field can be further tweaked with the Mono Maker and Stereo Width controls, which keep the image in phase and provide you with total control over the perceived signal width.
“Say goodbye to thin kicks, toms, and synths. The bx_subsynth generates ultra-low bottom end from sources where little-to-none exists. And its array of innovative tools let you sculpt your newfound bottom end for truly unique sounds.”
– Richard Chycki (Rush, Aerosmith, Dream Theater)dbx 120XP and Waveform Modeled Synthesis are registered trademarks of Harman International. The bx_subsynth was developed by Brainworx based on its own modeling techniques. Neither dbx, Harman, nor any of their affiliate companies have endorsed or sponsored the bx_subsynth in any manner, nor licensed any intellectual property for use in this product.Customer Reviews
C. Bergström
October 8, 2021
Been producing for 5 years
and plugins rarely surprise me anymore, but this did
Read MoreD. Cox
August 12, 2021
Energize the Bottom!
Remixing some old material. This plug-in gave new energy to some old tracks. I used to look over it… I honestly didn’t think I needed it, now I can’t do without it. Great tool for...
Read MoreJ. Brown
May 15, 2021
Simple Deep Analog Bass
I just got this for fun when producing more industrial bass type stuff and was pleasantly surprised by the ease of use and the wonderful low end with some analog feel to it. I find I will...
Read MoreJ. Harden
April 23, 2021
Amazing low end tool !!
This really adds a lot of professional low end to my 808 kick and also to bass guitar. Definitely some secret sauce here !!
Read MoreD. Troberg
December 30, 2020
Excellent
I was looking for a subharmonic synthesizer plugin and this is it! I don't need to look elsewhere, this one does its job exactly how I want it. Highly recommended....
Read MoreM. Wurzbacher
November 2, 2020
Low End ..
wenn dir das besondere Tiefe / Low End fehlt, gibt es nichts besseres als dieses Plugin.. es addiert die Tiefen Frequenzen aus deiner Spur die dir verloren gegangen sind.
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Key Features
Three-band subharmonic synthesis with individual additive parameter adjustment, metering, and solo, allowing total control over your added sub content
Dual-mode saturation section with filtering and Intensity controls
Mid or Stereo Synthesis Input control allows subharmonics to be generated on either mono or stereo information
M/S section with Mono Maker and Stereo Width allows precise control over the stereo field
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Customer Reviews
bx_subsynth Subharmonic Synth
C. Bergström
Been producing for 5 years
and plugins rarely surprise me anymore, but this did
D. Cox
Energize the Bottom!
Remixing some old material. This plug-in gave new energy to some old tracks. I used to look over it… I honestly didn’t think I needed it, now I can’t do without it. Great tool for reviving that bottom!
J. Brown
Simple Deep Analog Bass
I just got this for fun when producing more industrial bass type stuff and was pleasantly surprised by the ease of use and the wonderful low end with some analog feel to it. I find I will be using this more and more in the future.
J. Harden
Amazing low end tool !!
This really adds a lot of professional low end to my 808 kick and also to bass guitar. Definitely some secret sauce here !!
D. Troberg
Excellent
I was looking for a subharmonic synthesizer plugin and this is it! I don't need to look elsewhere, this one does its job exactly how I want it. Highly recommended.
M. Wurzbacher
Low End ..
wenn dir das besondere Tiefe / Low End fehlt, gibt es nichts besseres als dieses Plugin.. es addiert die Tiefen Frequenzen aus deiner Spur die dir verloren gegangen sind.
D. Adlington
Just what my mixes needed
I have tested "in the box" bass enhancers from other music software developers and while they did the job none of them fit in the mix as well as bx_subsynth Subharmonic Synth from Universal Audio. I use this plugin on the kick, snare bottom and bass for guitar based music and the kick and synth in dance music. I love the added power this plugin provides to my work.
M. Malinski
Mega fat sound
If you want to fatten sound, this one is the right choise
R. Marant
OIGA SUS SONIDOS GRAVES111
Adios problemas de graves, lo que hace este plugins es ganar tiempo , cuando los bajos parecen no estar. junto con el Vog, harán que tus graves suenen en la mezcla.
k. martell
Thank you !
Great plugin for a final polish of your sub frequencies, wish I tried it sooner!
S. Shaw
This saved my improperly recorded viola
My friend recorded viola for me at his home during the lockdown, but it had a lot of room issues and there's a big null in the low end esp. after soothe treatment. Out of ideas, I gave this plug a try and there's a preset that worked surprisingly well! I can tell the added 100Hz doesn't sound as natural, but in the context of a piano-viola-voice trio with a generous amount of Ocean Way Studios it did the trick.
R. Jasman Jr
Adds gravitas...
I have the Little Labs VOG plug in as well. The BX Subsynth is very defined and adds a clear sub octave. I find VOG to be more subtle yet it can also easily overpower a a mix, even when applied to single instruments. The BX reminds me of the old dbx subharmonic synth. I like it a lot and am finding it very useful when used surgically on specific sounds.
A. Kolomvatsos
This thing is incredible!
Add subsonic content wherever you need! Extra Bonus the mono maker feature
UAD User
Efficace !
This generator is very efficient and intuitive.
UAD User
Efficace !
This generator is very efficient and intuitive.
J. Salomon
TIMESAVER AND VIBE CONTAINER
Beautiful tool for busses, sub mixes, and sometimes even entire mixes (especially when remixing). Works wonders on thin low end tracks especially when followed by VOG.
A. D'Onorio
Great Low-end
Gives all the low end you need,,, I couldn't live without it anymore
p. durrell
Brilliant!!
this is absolutely brilliant! makes any form of bass much lower and fuller. you can really notice the difference this plugin makes..
N. Reygate
Bx Subsynth
So simple to use and works a treat on getting your low frequency mix tight punchy and under control
S. Sadre
Massive!
Stick it on your master, after multiband comp b4 limiter gives a massive low mid Mix.. love it!
