Browsing the website of Italian synth and organ maker #Crumar I found this #plugin (also) for #Linux: A digital re-creation of their 1979 #CrumarPerformer #synthesizer.

In the early Noughties, I had owned a rotten #Godwin #StringConcert, which was even more limited. It was so noisy, the band bought an analog noise gate rack unit only for this thing…

There were a number of these #StringSynthesizer things, most prominent the #ArpOmni2 used by Pink Floyd. Their string section usually was fully polyphonic. There was a set of 11 oscillators on the highest octave and frequency dividers would shift these down to all other octaves. Of course, it didn't sound like proper strings, but it made the sound of the notes interact in a very particular way. Some models, like the #Performer, had a monophonic brass section, too.

All the plugins you see in this video are for free. So for that price I won't complain!

Crumar plugin: https://www.crumar.it/?a=showproduct&b=41

Unlock the Depths of String Synthesis: Introducing GForce VSM IV

Experience the Evolution of Virtual String Machines with Enhanced Features and Expanded Sound Design Capabilities

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MIKE OLDFIELD & DAVID BEDFORD - First Excursion

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JAZZ-FUNK. Slow groove, beautiful auto-panned #FenderRhodes, #StringSynthesizer, 1976, sizzling mood. Album cover... well, of its time - so be warned.

Artists: #JackMcDuff #JoeFarrell
Track: Summer Dream
Album: Sophisticated Funk
Year: 1976
Cat: Chess ACH-19004
Country: US
#BPM65

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vp8fCkbSiEY

https://open.spotify.com/track/1CUco6G55qZPaS0uIg8MKg?si=11a6ec78f6144ceb

#JazzFunk #SoulJazz #TMOApproved #TMOLounge #TMOJazzFunk

Jack McDuff - Summer Dream

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