Sinevibes releases Zap, free Mac 'mini-synth' plugin

A midweek treat for Mac users: Sinevibes has released Zap, a free 'mini-synth' plugin in Audio Units format.

This is technically an effect - Zap is controlled by incoming audio - and comprises an envelope follower that tracks the peak energy of the sound and then applies it onto the frequency of a monophonic oscillator.

You can choose from three oscillator waveforms, and Zap is said to be capable of producing the likes of dynamic synth sweeps, sub-basses, blips, chirps and glitches.

The interface follows the usual Sinevibes blueprint, and offers animations and a live output waveform view.

Available in 32- and 64-bit AU formats, you can download Zap now from the Sinevibes website. The company has also announced a 10-day sale (this runs until 4 April) which allows you to buy any product or bundle at a 10% discount using the code SINE-Q7NR-HNJG.

Ben Rogerson

I’m the Deputy Editor of MusicRadar, having worked on the site since its launch in 2007. I previously spent eight years working on our sister magazine, Computer Music. I’ve been playing the piano, gigging in bands and failing to finish tracks at home for more than 30 years, 24 of which I’ve also spent writing about music and the ever-changing technology used to make it.