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Product Albino
Developer Rob Papen
Primary Type Synth (Hybrid)
Price (MSRP) €199 / $239
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Albino

Key features:

  • Sound Presets consist of 4 separate Layers for rich, complex sound synthesis.
  • 32 note polyphonic (CPU dependent).
  • Unlimited sound programs, Sound Browser.
  • +2100 Rob Papen presets and more.
  • 4 oscillators per Layer, 4 types. Oscillator modules include Analog-type, Digital-type, Noise-type and Audio Input-type. FM modulation and AM modulation. Oscillator Sync in Analog Oscillator 2 and 4.
  • Stereo Filters, 4 types. Filter modules include Silk-type, Cream-type, Scream-type and Comb-type. 3 multimode filters (Silk, Cream and Scream), each with a different basic design thus producing different sounding filters. Filters are stereo with panning and panning modulation options.
  • Saturation knob precedes each filter to add overdrive to the sound before it enters the filter. Four types of Saturation are available.
  • 8 envelopes, 2 types. ADSFR type and 5-stage envelope type with loop function. Each envelope stage has separate slope/curve settings. Each oscillator has its own volume envelope.
  • 4 LFOs with various waveforms and midi-syncable. LFO Waves have adjustable start-phase and waveform-symmetry. LFOs can also be set to mono mode.
  • Modulation Matrix which includes 16 routings with 27 sources and 36 destinations. Separate control section for Velocity to: AMP, Filter 1 and Filter 2.
  • Arpeggiator with 32 step rhythm sequencer, step length, clock settings, various modes including modulation and chord, switchable keyboard retrigger, swing, velocity mix, save/load functionality.
  • Spread function for each Oscillator for ultra fat detuned sounds.
  • Chord memory mode (saved with the preset).
  • 4 effects units per layer each containing 12 stereo effects including two Choruses, two Delays, Filter, Phaser, Reverb, Flanger, Gator, Wah Wah, Compressor and LoFi.
  • Mono/Polyphonic Portamento/Glide featuring Fingered mode, switchable constant Time/constant Rate and Auto-Bend Modes.
  • Sound programs are stored directly on hard disk so providing a virtually unlimited number of storage locations. Sounds are sorted into style-maps for easy search. Integrated Sound Browser, MIDI program change and bank change supported.
  • Adjustable Precision setting for recreating the warmth of true analog synthesizers
  • Gen (randomize) function for experimentation and preset fun.
  • Microtonal support (Scala file import) for different scales (Indian, Arabic, etc.).
  • Adjustable keyboard velocity response curve.
  • Adjustable voice limit (mono, 1...12, oo).
  • MIDI activity display (also triggers a C3 when clicked).
  • Several parameters are located on the "rear panel" so they are not changed accidentally during use.
  • Controller hardware (faderbox or synth) settings can be saved and restored.
  • Dial operation is switchable between circular and linear modes.

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Time+Space launches competition to win Rob Papen's RG (+Albino, Blue and Predator too) 4th April 2008
Time+Space announces Special Offers for April 2nd April 2008
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Meyer Musicmedia releases ESV 2 for Albino 3 (Electro to House) 6th November 2007
Rob Papen Albino 3, BLUE and Predator all now available for Receptor 27th July 2007
Meyer Musicmedia releases ESV 1 for Albino 3 30th May 2007
LinPlug updates Alpha (v3.0.1), Organ 3 (v3.02), Albino (v3.0.2) & CronoX / Sophistry (v3.0.8) 10th April 2007
Pro-Sounds releases Yemski Sound-Scapes for Albino 3 and 1984 for PPG Wave 2.v 10th April 2007
LinPlug releases SaxLab v1.1, Rob Papen Albino v3.0.2 Beta and CronoX3 / Sophistry v3.0.8 Release Candidate 28th February 2007
Pro-Sounds release Yemski Arps & Grooves for Albino 3 7th February 2007
BlackBear Audio releases free BlackBear Presetpack for Albino 2 7th February 2007
LinPlug releases Albino v3.0.1, CronoX / Sophistry v3.0.6 and Octopus v1.2 13th July 2006
Rob Papen and LinPlug release Albino 3 20th June 2006
LinPlug releases RM IV v4.1.3, Albino v2.2.3 and announces Albino 3 7th June 2006
LinPlug releases Beta Universal Binary versions of Albino and RMIV 24th May 2006
Rob Papen / LinPlug update Albino to v2.2.1 27th September 2005
Rob Papen releases Albino v2.2 16th September 2005
Meet the Developer: Peter Linsener from LinPlug 23rd June 2005
Tsunami Relief Sounds Volume 1 now available 25th January 2005
LinPlug updates daOrgan (v2.1.3) and Albino (v2.1.2) 17th December 2004
LinPlug updates Albino to v2.1.1 6th December 2004
Bigtone Ambient Signature Set for Albino 2 released 6th December 2004
ProSounds release the Albino Collection v2 7th October 2004
Rob Papen / LinPlug Albino v2.1 released 28th September 2004
ProSounds Summer Sale 23rd August 2004
Rob Papen / LinPlug Albino v2.0.2 released 9th June 2004
New banks uploaded 12th May 2004
Rob Papen / LinPlug Albino v2.0.1 released 22nd March 2004
Rob Papen / LinPlug Albino 2 released 8th March 2004
Rob Papen / LinPlug Albino 2 unveiled 6th January 2004
New banks for Albino, Battery and Neon 9th July 2003
Rob Papen / LinPlug Albino updated to v1.02 (OS 9 only) 24th June 2003
Rob Papen/LinPlug Albino now shipping as a boxed version 16th April 2003
LinPlug updates: Delta III v3.05 and Rob Papen Albino v1.01b 14th April 2003
Rob Papen/LinPlug Albino v1.01 released 31st January 2003
Rob Papen/LinPlug Albino v1.0 released 3rd December 2002

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By AetherCoyl
On 9th January 2009
Version: 3

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Been using Albino 3 since around August 2008. I simply love this thing to pieces. Here's why: variety. Percussion? Use the noise waveforms. Evolving sounds? Learn the modulation section. But what really tops it off for me is the "randomizer" preset tool. I get lost twiddling with this for hours. Reverse engineering a preset is super easy, almost everything is on one page in this synth. The layer option truly makes it a beast. The "accuracy" setting allows you to induce a sort of "analog drift" into patches, which is a plus. Some things sound so nice with this.

The only negative aspect of it is the pitch bend "max limit" control... It's not on the main page. I don't know why this infuriates me to the point it does, but other than that, there's nothing wrong with this synth.

Some of my favorite uses for Albino 3: audio input to drive FX with my guitar, or, gods forbid; voice :D Also fun to mix in some of the percussion presets (or roll my own) with things like Stylus RMX. They add a nice level of upper crispy rhythm. Easy to get weird time signatures out of the built-in step sequencer. The FX section is really sweet, with a nice reverb.

Presets: sooo many. Varied. But I have to note: you can use old presets for previous versions of Albino. Which leads me to Arksun's beautiful presets for Albino. Lovely way to dive in there and learn how these sounds are made, and thoroughly recommended.

Using Albino 3 in Reaper on an AMD X2 4400. No crashes. Busy patches use 2.5 to 5 % CPU at most.
 
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By default
On 16th July 2005
Version: 2.1.1

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I have been using the Albino for a while now and find the sound quality ,the GUI and stability of this instrument excellant.

I have several differant vsti's and my experience of programming the instrument enjoyable. the interface for me was easy , and intuition to become familar with. Visually on the screen the panel is clear and easy to see.

I can use Albiono for "warm rich sounds or really awful abusive sound. digital clearity or analog warmth. it's all here . the manual is very good and easy to understand , covering all of the instruments functions clearly. the presets are great sounding thought I might not use of them in my songs , they are very good. arppeggiator is very useful and intuitive to use ,a deep modulation matrix with a friendly design enabling complex modulation setups quickly , good filters and a large number of wave forms for the programer with a taste for the the unique. the effects and the effects routine is flexible and good sounding.I would highly recommend trying the demo. would I replace it if lost or stolen(if that were possible ) absolutely.

the soundand the GUI have made thisone of my favorites to work with.
 
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By x_bruce
On 24th March 2004
Version: 2.x

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Albino 2 is one of the best virtual analogs to be found. It's approach to making sound is direct and elegant. Although a semi-modular design Albino 2 doesn't go overboard with features, it stays focused on what makes a good virtual analog synth.

In terms of sound Albino 2 is clean and beautiful. There is a smooth and liquid sound that most synths lack. That's not to say you can't get squelchy and huge with Albino 2 but in general it's a great all around synth. A one trick pony Albino 2 is not. Furthermore, Albino 2 has it's own signature sound. Think of signature sound like you would a Prophet or Jupiter or Oberheim. In terms of quality Albino 2 sounds as good as any hardware synth on the market.

Albino's features include up to 4 oscillators, 2 filters, 4 LFOs, a great arpeggiator and modular matrix. The design is in partnership with LinPlug who've been using mod matrixes in their synths from day one. Buttons represent oscillator pairs although they can be used from 1 to all 4. Similarly there are button banks for the 4 LFOs, arpeggiator and mod matrix, a tidy way of keeping everything on one page while staying cleanly designed.

Other nice features are the analog/digital/noise options per oscillator. Digital oscillators have 60 waveforms from sine and saw to 50 spectral waves. The analog oscillator features a wave and spectral dial for many combinations per oscillator. There are 6 LFO waveforms, and 27 routings of 33 synth functions in the mod matrix. There are more complex mod maxtrixes but few built to function as gracefully.

Included are 5 stage envelopes for amplitude, each oscillator, the 2 filters and modulation. There are 8 effects from modulation to delay and an excellent effects based filter. You can do everything in Albino 2, exprssive leads, phat basses, pads, FX and extressive soundscapes not to mention the arpeggiator which is available in the mod matrix.

Being in the middle price range ($199) users will expect reasons for purchasing of Albino 2 and there are many.

First, there are over 1000 presets in 22 smartly classified catagories programmed by Rob Papen, world class sound designer. Another benefit is getting to have a look at how a in-demand synth programmer makes his sounds. You can use them 'as is' or as starting points for your own creations. Make no mistake, these patches are superb, several reminicent of Papen's work on EMU's Orbit 3. The difference between the Orbit and Albino 2 being a VSTi specifically built to accomodate Rob's vision of how a synth should work. In return you get top notch, ready to use sounds. Patch libraries of this quality often cost as much as Albino 2's price.

Everyting about Albino 2 represents quality. It sounds good without the effects which speaks highly for the LinPlug based synth engine. Due to it's intuitive design you will be up and running quickly. Whether a novice or pro, Albino 2 offers good value.

The overall quality makes Albino 2 a must have for your studio.
 
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By EagleEye
On 28th August 2003
Version: 1.02

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Albino is the best VA synth for me. The presets are amazing and inspiring. All in all it sounds very comfortable ! ( Comfortable is exactly the right word ! :-) )
I also own Delta III which is great too, but I never
used it again since I own Albino ...

I would like to see more features and of course more presets created by Rob Papen ...

Thank you very much Peter and Rob !
Keep up the collaboration !

EagleEye
 
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By Mighty_Hero
On 25th June 2003
Version: current

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Albino is a great instrument. It is mostly for dance,trip hop,idm,trance, techno tracks (based on presets) but is not limited by any means. The programming is not to hard, provided you are somewhat familiar with programming sounds.
I really enjoy the filters on this synth! I feel the interface could be ALOT smaller, but this is more a cosmetic "issue" and not with the synth itself. Customer service is good, check their forums. Value for the money, is high if you desire a different synth from the rest. I think the presets are very good, only some are very close to other patches. But you can also get 75 more two different ways, so there is plenty to get you off and jamming for now!.
Overall, Albino is a great affordable synth for making great tunes, and it sits nicely in a mix.
 
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