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U-he Hive 2.1 -win-mac-linux- [best]

is a rare beast in the VST world. It is approachable enough for a beginner to pick up and make a hit, yet deep enough for a power user to lose hours in the modulation matrix. If you need a reliable, CPU-friendly synth that works across every major operating system, Hive 2.1 is an essential addition to your plugin folder.

Despite its efficiency, Hive 2.1 doesn't sacrifice that signature U-He "analog" weight. It sounds expensive. The oscillators are alias-free, and the built-in effects (reverb, delay, chorus, phaser, EQ, and compression) are high enough quality to replace dedicated effect plugins in your chain. u-he Hive 2.1 -WiN-MAC-LiNUX-

Hive features two main oscillators, each capable of up to 16-voice detuned unison. With the addition of wavetable editing and the "Auto-scanning" feature, you can create massive leads and pads that sound rich and organic. 2. Flexible Filters is a rare beast in the VST world