OB-Xd 3 Virtual Analog Synthesizer
Tyrell N6
OB-Xd 3 revives the unmistakable sound of the Oberheim OB-X and pushes it firmly into modern production territory. Faithful in tone yet expanded in scope, it delivers huge polyphonic pads, aggressive unison leads, and classic analog warmth with impressive efficiency.
Whether you are chasing vintage character or contemporary supersaw density, OB-Xd 3 balances authenticity with modern performance and workflow upgrades.
System Requirements:
- 32-bit
- 64-bit
- VST 3 / AU
- Windows
- MacOs
Classic Oberheim Tone, Rebuilt for Today
At its core, OB-Xd 3 stays true to the character that made the original OB-X legendary.
The oscillators and filters are designed to reproduce that wide, full-bodied analog sound, from warm basses to shimmering pads and biting leads. The multimode filter smoothly transitions from bright, open highs to deep low-end weight, and at high resonance levels, it can self-oscillate for intense, expressive sweeps.
What sets OB-Xd 3 apart is how far it extends this foundation. You can stack up to 16 voices per note in unison mode, creating massive textures without sacrificing clarity or running into voice-stealing issues.
Envelope shaping ranges from slow, evolving movements to tight, punchy attacks, making the synth equally comfortable in lush chord work or aggressive rhythmic roles.
Modern Engine, Flexible Workflow
Under the hood, OB-Xd 3 features a completely rewritten audio engine built around modern SIMD processing, delivering exceptional CPU efficiency on both Intel and Apple Silicon systems.
Advanced anti-aliasing makes oversampling optional rather than mandatory, preserving high audio quality even at standard sample rates. For those who want maximum fidelity, the registered version unlocks up to 4x oversampling.
Workflow improvements are equally significant. A powerful preset browser lets you search across your entire library instantly, while bi-directional MIDI support allows deep integration with hardware controllers.
Micro-tuning via MTS-ESP opens the door to alternative tuning systems, and subtle per-voice variations in Analog Mode recreate the organic inconsistencies of vintage hardware. Importantly, OB-Xd remains effect-free by design, giving you a pure synth signal ready to be shaped with your own processing chain.
Key Features:
A modern reimagining of the OB-X sound with expanded polyphony, performance, and control.
- Authentic OB-X inspired virtual analog sound engine
- Up to 16 unison voices per note for massive pads and leads
- Advanced multimode filter with self-oscillation.
- Circuit-accurate envelope modeling with adjustable attack shape
- Analog Mode with per-voice component tolerances
- Two ADSR envelopes, loopable or LFO-triggered.
- Two LFOs with eight waveforms and host sync
- Compact modulation matrix for essential routing
- Built-in chorus for classic width and movement
- Over 580 factory presets
- CLAP, VST3, VST2, AU, and AAX support (64-bit)
FAQ
Tyrell N6 shares some early design DNA with Diva but is far more streamlined. Diva focuses on detailed component modeling and deep configurability, while Tyrell prioritizes speed, simplicity, and a fixed signal path inspired by classic hardware.
Tyrell excels at classic analog roles: basses, leads, arps, and pads. It works particularly well in house, techno, synthwave, electro, and pop, but its clean fundamentals make it useful in almost any genre.
Yes. The 2025 beta adds support for MTS-ESP microtuning on macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it suitable for alternative tuning systems and experimental work
No. Compared to many modern analog-modeling synths, Tyrell N6 is lightweight and efficient, making it practical for large projects or live use.r.
The 2025 beta is an intermediate step toward future updates, including a planned graphical overhaul and potential additions like MPE and polyphonic parameter modulation in CLAP hosts.
