Summary

TyrellN6 is a free virtual analogue synthesizer developed by u-he based on a hardware concept by Amazona. It features a compact, classic architecture with modern enhancements, designed for versatility and a fast workflow without complex menu navigation.

Features

• Two oscillators, noise source, and ring modulator
• Two LFOs with 8 waveforms, host-synchronizable
• Audio mixer with authentic overdrive and filter feedback
• Twin filters related to u-he's Diva synthesizer
• Unison with up to 8 voices
• Analogue-style ADSR envelopes, loopable or LFO-triggered
• Small modulation matrix allowing depth modulation from a second source
• Chorus effect with three modes
• MIDI learn/unlearn for hardware control
• Resizable and skinnable user interface (50% to 200% scaling)
• Over 580 factory presets included
• Supports plug-in formats: CLAP, AUv2, VST3, AAX (macOS); VST2, VST3, CLAP, AAX (Windows); VST3, CLAP (Linux, beta)
• Compatible with most DAWs on macOS, Windows, and Linux
• Supports modern features such as MTS-ESP microtuning and MPE (planned in upcoming versions)

History and Development

TyrellN6 originated from a hardware synth concept by Amazona that never materialized as hardware. u-he took over the development as a software synth, incorporating many features from its Diva synth engine. Released as freeware, it has been distributed since 2013, with the current 2025 beta featuring improved compatibility and new features.

Platform Compatibility and Requirements

Available for macOS (10.7+), Windows (7+), and Linux (glibc 2.28+), with native Apple Silicon support on macOS. Requires a 1000x600 or larger display, 1GB RAM minimum, and a modern CPU (Intel Nehalem or newer, AMD Bulldozer or newer).

Usage and Licensing

TyrellN6 is a freeware synthesizer requiring a host DAW. It does not require a serial number. Linux versions are beta and supported through user communities.