Summary

u-he Diva is a virtual analogue synthesizer that emulates the sound and behavior of classic analogue synthesizers from the past five decades. It offers multiple oscillator, filter, and envelope models sourced from renowned vintage synth hardware, enabling authentic analogue sound reproduction and hybrid module design.

Features

• Five oscillator models based on classic analogue synths, including Triple VCO, Dual VCO, DCO, Dual VCO Eco, and Digital, each with unique characteristics and modulation options.
• Five filter models: Ladder, Cascade, Multimode, Bite, and Uhbie filters, employing zero delay feedback (ZDF) to achieve authentic resonance behavior.
• Three ADS(S)R envelope types with keyboard follow and velocity scaling, dedicated to amplitude and filter modulation.
• Two stereo effects slots offering chorus, phaser, plate reverb, delay, and rotary speaker effects for vintage-style polishing.
• Extensive modulation options, including per-voice oscillator detune, user-definable modulation sources, modulation processors (Invert, Add, Quantize, Lag), and a Modifications panel for experimental sound design.
• Host-synchronizable arpeggiator with various progression options, swing, and continuous rate offset.
• Resizable user interface from 70% to 200%, MIDI learn capabilities, and over 1200 factory presets.
• Support for Native Instruments NKS technology for integration with NI keyboards and Komplete Kontrol hardware.
• Available for macOS, Windows, and beta Linux versions.

Authenticity and Design

Diva stands out by applying real-time industrial circuit simulation methods rather than simple emulation, which results in a highly authentic analogue sound at the cost of higher CPU usage. Small details such as voice drift, tuning variance, and envelope nuances replicate the organic imperfections of actual analogue hardware components.

Awards and Recognition

• Computer Music Editor's Choice (2012)
• KVR Favorite Softsynth (2019)
• Other accolades from Audiofanzine, Releasetime, Recording.de, and MusicRadar.