Synapse Audio DUNE 3 is a powerhouse virtual synthesizer combining VA, wavetable, and FM synthesis for deep, cinematic, and club-ready sounds. With its Differential Unison Engine, dual filters, wavetable editor, dual arpeggiators, and high-quality FX, DUNE 3 delivers massive soundscapes while staying CPU-light. 🎹
🎧 What Makes DUNE 3 Special?
- Differential Unison Engine – unleash up to 8× unison per layer, with 32‑voice stacks, creating up to 8 320 oscillators per note
- Triple Oscillators – choose VA, wavetable, or FM modes per oscillator; plus white/pink noise support
- Dual Multimode Filters – route in serial/parallel, balance knob, with zero-delay feedback and insert effects like phaser or formant
- Powerful Wavetable Editor – draw, morph, manipulate, import waveforms, and split samples into wavetables
- Dual Arpeggiators & Sequencers – independent arp units, MIDI file playback, random modes, programmable hold
- Pro FX Section – distortion, chorus, phaser, EQ, delay, reverb (including Shimmer Hall), plus high-quality filters
- Ultra-Scalable Interface – Full‑HD and Retina-ready GUI; fully preset-compatible with DUNE 2 (1 000+ presets)
| Feature | Benefit | Best For |
|---|
| VA + FM + Wavetable | Layer different synthesis types in one patch | Sound designers, cinematic music, electronic tracks |
| Dual Filters + Inserts | Complex tonal shaping with feedback routing | Groove-based tracks, rich pads, evolving textures |
| Wavetable Editor | Design unique waveforms, import and morph samples | Custom sound creators and experimental composers |
| Dual Arps & Sequencers | Create rhythmic patterns and complex sequences | Techno, trance, house, experimental genres |
| High-Quality FX | Add reverb, delay, modulation, mastering-grade EQ | Polished mixes, ambient pads, lush lead sounds |
🎨 Ideal For These Styles
🎹 Cinematic & Ambient
Evolving pads, shimmer effects, and soundscape tools to build immersive atmospheres.
🎧 Electronic & Dance Music
Powerful basses, punchy leads, trance plucks—ideal for club and EDM producers.
📋 System Requirements
| Formats | VST2/3, AU, AAX, standalone (64‑bit) |
| Windows | Win 7+ (64‑bit), quad-core CPU |
| macOS | macOS 10.11+ (Intel or Apple Silicon) |
❓ FAQ
🌍 Is DUNE 3 compatible with DUNE 2 presets?
Yes—all DUNE 2 patches load in DUNE 3, doubling your preset library instantly.
🎚️ How many oscillators can DUNE 3 run per voice?
Up to 8× unison per stack, with 32 stacks—totaling up to 8 320 oscillators per note!
🛠️ Does it include wavetable editing?
Absolutely—you can draw, morph, import, and split samples into wavetables for full control.
🎛️ Can the dual arpeggiators run separate sequences?
Yes—each arpeggiator works independently and supports MIDI file playback, random modes, and arp hold.
✨ Bonus Preset Collection
Includes 115 specially crafted presets showcasing DUNE 3’s strengths—modern basses, evolving pads, cinematic arps, punchy plucks, analog keys, and dynamic sequences. Ideal for EDM, cinematic, trance, dubstep, hip-hop, trap, and more.
🎯 Ready to Design Your Signature Sound?
Get Synapse Audio DUNE 3 and unlock pro-grade synthesis—from massive pads and bass to rhythmic arps and evolving textures. With the bonus preset set, you’ll hit the ground running with inspiring, playable sounds that show off DUNE’s depth. Own your sound engine today.
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beats_detroit14 –
it’s a great synth but took me a bit to understand all the modulation options. Once I got it though, sounds incredible
Chris P. –
amazing analog sound, perfect for trance!