GForce Halogen FM

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GForce Software’s Halogen FM is a newly released virtual FM synthesizer designed to make frequency modulation synthesis more accessible and intuitive. Launched on June 24, 2025, it offers a user-friendly interface that caters to both beginners and experienced sound designers.

🎛️ Key Features

  • Halogen Spark Core: A generative engine that creates unique, musical patches instantly with the press of the Spark button.
  • Macro Controls: Intuitive knobs for adjusting Timbre, Envelope Generators (EG1 & EG2), Modulation, and Effects, allowing for quick sound shaping without deep programming knowledge.
  • Two Distinct Operators: Each with identical features but unique tonal characteristics, inspired by a rare Japanese FM instrument.
  • Extensive Preset Library: Over 320 professionally designed presets to jumpstart creativity.
  • Randomization Options: Global and per-module randomization for exploring new sonic territories.
  • Advanced Modulation: Supports polyphonic aftertouch and poly-pitchbend for expressive performances.
  • User Interface: Fully scalable UI with an advanced preset browser and custom reverb effects.
  • Compatibility: Available as a standalone application and in VST2, VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats for both macOS (10.15 or above) and Windows (7 or above).

💰 Pricing

  • Introductory Price: £33 GBP / $45 USD (excluding VAT) until July 31, 2025.
  • Regular Price: £66 GBP / $89 USD thereafter.

📅 Release Date

Halogen FM was officially released on June 24, 2025.

Price: $33 USD on launch

Link: https://www.gforcesoftware.com/products/halogen-fm/