KVR Audio

Lind0n · Post by **Lind0n** » Mon Jan 12, 2026 2:13 pm

Hi,
(The latest release is now:Obsidian Symphony see below...)

I thought I'd mention there's an all new expansion pack available for Horizen: Retro Legends. Here's the usual marketing speak:

Timeless Sound, Modern Power. Step into the golden age of analog with Retro Legends, the ultimate expansion that redefines nostalgia. Crafted with meticulous detail, every preset is a love letter to the legendary synths that shaped music history—revived and reimagined for today's creators. Iconic meets innovative: Classic tones infused with fresh, modern twists. From lush pads to soaring leads: A full spectrum of expressive sounds designed to inspire. Powered by HoriZEN: Harness the engine's full potential for unmatched depth and character. Retro Legends isn't just a preset pack—it's a time machine. Relive the magic of vintage synthesis while pushing your sound into the future.

Ok now we are past that we can say Andy worked really really hard on this one to get that true analog synth vibe, comparing the presets with his massive collection of old analog gear.

There's a couple of videos that show it off(everything except the percussion and drums is Horizen, even the FX):

As normal there's a launch discount $21.00 instead of the list $30.00 at the same time we are running a discount on Horizen itself, so you can pick up the product and the expansion for a great price right now, should run thru until Jan 16th (so not that long really - dont miss out!)

Here's the Horizen product page (where you can also get any and all of the expansion packs) if you dont know what Horizen is:
https://www.tracktion.com/products/horizen

ATS · Post by **ATS** » Tue Jan 13, 2026 8:28 am

I been demoing this. It is better than I thought it would be but honestly not sure it is worth $80 to me. I have Omnisphere so can do all this can do. But I would say for people with not much else it is great.

Lind0n · Post by **Lind0n** » Wed Jan 14, 2026 2:00 pm

Yeah a lot of owners make the comparison with Omnisphere, which obviously is very flattering for us, especially as we are considerably cheaper - maybe that's what makes people who haven't demo-ed the product think its not going to be as good as Omnisphere?

Lind0n · Post by **Lind0n** » Sat Jan 31, 2026 4:32 pm

Hi,

I thought I'd mention there's yet another all new expansion pack available for Horizen: Blue Velvet. Here again is the usual marketing speak:

Step into the Sonic Haze. Blue Velvet is a rich, immersive expansion for Horizen, crafted for composers, sound designers, and ambient architects seeking depth, emotion, and cinematic nuance. This sound set dives into the atmospheric realm — where velvet textures meet shadowy undertones, and every preset feels like a slow exhale in a dream. 50 handcrafted presets designed for ambient scoring, soundscapes, and textural layering. Lush pads, evolving drones, emotional washes, and spectral tones. Subtle motion and harmonic bloom ideal for film, meditation, or experimental composition.

Ok now we are past that we can say its was on sale fo$20.00, now back to full price after 3 weeks... and here's the demo video (with a lot less Andy in it this time...):

Available as usual from Tracktion.com

Lind0n · Post by **Lind0n** » Sat Jan 31, 2026 4:48 pm

hmm, the forum seems to be having a turn for the worse...I will let it lie down and rest awhile...

Lind0n · Post by **Lind0n** » Thu Mar 12, 2026 11:27 am

Hi,

Well another month, another all new expansion pack available for Horizen, this time called Obsidian Symphony. Here again is the usual marketing speak:

Obsidian Symphony shapes a palette of delicate strings and simmering tension. It leans into cinematic subtlety, offering textures that feel intimate rather than overwhelming, with movement designed to support drama without stealing the frame. This collection is about poised emotion and refined detail, weaving a sense of shadowed elegance that deepens the Horizen sound. Each sound is crafted to add depth and atmosphere, enriching compositions with quiet intensity and understated beauty. Obsidian Symphony invites you to explore the art of restraint — where every note carries weight, and silence is as powerful as sound. Features 42 presets for the all-powerful Horizen.

Again, as usual, there's a 30% off intro sale. https://www.tracktion.com/products/horizen#packs

Demo video here:

Horizen - yet another new expansion pack, and discount available now....