The latest instrument to join UVI’s range aims to capture the sound of one of the world’s most iconic analogue synths, the ARP Odyssey. HX-ODDY has been modelled on the original white-face MkI version of the instrument, and also includes some new features that expand on its original capabilities.
The company have deeply sampled an original instrument and say that HX-ODDY offers a faithful recreation of its classic sound, but it’s also been kitted out with a pair of hardware-based wavetable layers and physically modelled filters. As a result, the instrument provides users with three sample layers to work with and offers a wider range of sounds than were possible on the hardware instrument, as well as providing more in-depth control. Alongside its modelled filters, oscillators and envelopes, the instrument comes equipped with a powerful arpeggiator and phraser section that can be used to create sequences, as well as a selection of built-in effects and macro controls.
A collection of 280 factory presets provide a huge range of basses, brass-like sounds, keys, leads, pads sequences and effects, and include a bank dedicated to sounds from the original instrument’s factory patch book. Of course, it’s possible to modify the existing patches as well as saving your own custom presets.
Compatibility
HX-ODDY runs in UVI Workstation (version 3.1.15 and above), which is supported on PCs running Windows 10 or higher, and Macs running macOS 10.14 and above. VST, VST3, AU and AAX plug-ins are available, along with a standalone application.
Pricing & Availability
HX-ODDY is available now, and is being offered at an introductory price of €49 until 22 July 2024, after which it will cost €79.
