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A Perfect Blend of Vintage Warmth and Modern Convenience [Video]

Cherry Audio’s Chroma plugin mixes classic vintage sounds with a super easy, modern interface.

Cherry Audio’s Chroma plugin is everything a synth lover could ask for — a spot-on digital recreation of the iconic 1982 Rhodes Chroma, with all the complexity and rich tones but none of the clunky controls.

It’s been a long-awaited release, and they nailed it: this synth not only sounds fantastic but is actually fun and easy to use, thanks to a revamped UI and some smart design choices.

Let’s start with the interface. Chroma’s Focus Mode is a real lifesaver for tweaking sounds. Instead of sifting through endless menus, Focus Mode keeps it simple, letting you zero in on specific parameters fast.

The mod wheel sensitivity is another great touch — it’s super responsive and adds a lot of playability, especially for live performance. 

The preset selection is where Chroma really shines. It comes loaded with a whopping 700 presets, including all the original …

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