Thorn: Dmitry Sches' new synth!

[sqigls]

Okay, so I finally had some free time to check out Thorn. I haven't tried Spectral, so I can't speak to those comparisons (but I'll probably try it out as well). I found Thorn to be super fun and inspiring, and also fast and easy to work with and to get interesting results quickly. I like the ease of assigning modulation routing, although I would prefer being able to control the modulation amount directly on the knob being modulated (maybe this is there and I just haven't found the key combination yet). Also, like others have said, there really needs to be a GUI resolution between normal and large. Overall, I thought this was a no brainer at the introductory price.

Download the v1.0.1 update
GUI sizes a plenty

[Caine123]

I love the randomizer function in tantra. Maybe as an update here too?

[recursive one]

All Thorn except the Microtonic drums. Preset "Space Flute" for the lead.

I really like this track, not only the synth sounds, but the composition, the overall mood etc. Where could I check out your other music?

[greedy.mf]

And purchased.
Finally I can work on a track without tidal waves of noise.

Truth be told I find the demo reminders very gentle. With fade ins. It also seems to me that noise burst timing is synchronized across all instances, however I might be wrong.

[ZeePok]

Soya milk is (arguably!) a substitute for cow's milk. What relevance does the cost of a pint of each have?

No idea what you're talking about. LinPlug are (or were) a perfectly good creator of synthesizers, and Spectral is a very decent synth.

As Simon explained, he is talking about the sound of the synths. That is what 'substitute' means in this context. I can't think of any context in which the word 'substitute' has got anything to do with the price of two things?

I know Spectral is a great synth. I've owned it for years. I discussed my views on the similarities and differences between the features of Thorn and Spectral earlier in this thread.

They are sufficiently different to justify owning both (if you can afford it) IMHO.

 
You can't? Easy! For example, think of any supermarket product; i.e. generic vs brand products.

[egbert101]

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[antic604]

Why is the file size so big with Thorn, almost 500MB? Does it also take the same amount of space in RAM when running?

Usually non-sample based VSTs weigh well below 100MB, because there's just the GUI, some osc / wavetable presets and lots of maths. This is not a criticism BTW, just curious because I was surprised it took so long (compared to other plugins) to d/l it.

[recursive one]

Why is the file size so big with Thorn, almost 500MB?

All possible plugin formats packed into a single download.

[nordickvr]

Why is the file size so big with Thorn, almost 500MB? Does it also take the same amount of space in RAM when running?

Usually non-sample based VSTs weigh well below 100MB, because there's just the GUI, some osc / wavetable presets and lots of maths. This is not a criticism BTW, just curious because I was surprised it took so long (compared to other plugins) to d/l it.

Universal installer containing all formats i.e. VST2 / VST3 / AU / AAX, 32 / 64bits.

[antic604]

Universal installer containing all formats i.e. VST2 / VST3 / AU / AAX, 32 / 64bits.

Why is the file size so big with Thorn, almost 500MB?

All possible plugin formats packed into a single download.

Indeed!

[el-bo (formerly ebow)]

What means comparing Spectral and Thorn? The way for programming them is realy different and the sonic differences are not dependent from the limiter...with limiter off Thorn is unique as Spectral is...Thorn is developped and now Spectral is over as all the linplug...To my self Thorn is straight forward and easy to programm,I prefer the GUI and I can get the sound I like. Concerning spectral I newer programmed a pleasing sound on it...Powerfull beast however not my cup ot tea! "Many synths for every taste!"

I mean, your illiteracy speaks for itself. If I had the time and patience, to get to know you, then maybe your opinions have merit, but time is too short my friend. Please learn to communicate better, and I may be prepared to listen better.

Evidently, English is not his native tongue, and him not being 100% should not be a barrier to entry, nor basis for judgment on his opinions. I happened to understand everything he wrote

[el-bo (formerly ebow)]

And, on the subject of being an arsehole on the forums, I would like to extend an apology to Plexuss. Regardless of whether I was right or wrong in my assessment of a particular situation, I regret lashing out. So...Sorry!

[Multicellular]

I love the randomizer function in tantra. Maybe as an update here too?

I'd love this too. It already has a limiter which i've found I usually have to add after a synth with a random button.

[fluffy_little_something]

GUI looks fine. Dmitry definitely did a fine job here. What bothers me is the sound... those scratchy oscillators! Same as Zeta2 and Waves Element, like fingernails on a chalkboard.

Not sure what you mean. I don't know about Zeta 2, but Element didn't sound like fingernails on a chalkboard to me. If any synth sounded like that, who would buy it?

[chk071]

No idea what it's supposed to mean either. And, there's a harmonic filter in Thorn, so, if you don't like the top end, just limit it. But, i don't feel like the oscillators are exactly VERY bright. Especially in the lower registers, they're not nearly as bright as in other synths.