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GForce Software releases Halogen FM Synth Plugin - "The Joy of FM, Without the Headaches"

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GForce Software

GForce Software has announced the release of Halogen FM, a fresh take on frequency modulation synthesis that strips away the complexity while retaining all the character, depth, and unpredictability that makes FM special.

For decades, FM synthesis has been beloved for its expressive power—but just as often avoided for its notoriously technical and unintuitive programming. Halogen FM changes that by making FM fun, fast, and creatively rewarding.

Halogen FM – Key Features

  • Infinite patches, zero programming.
  • Halogen Spark core with global and individual parameter randomisation.
  • Over 320 expertly designed presets.
  • Two sonically distinct operators with identical features.
  • Inspired by a hidden gem in Japanese FM synthesis.
  • Macro control over Timbre, EG1, EG2, Modulation, and FX.
  • Full operator access for advanced editing.
  • Mono and Polyphonic modes.
  • Fully scalable UI and advanced preset browser.
  • Custom reverb and full CC MIDI mapping.
  • Supports poly-aftertouch and poly-pitchbend.

Pricing & Availability

Halogen FM is available for the introductory price of £33+VAT / $39.99 until end of July (Reg. £66+VAT / $79.99). It's available for macOS and Windows in VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats.

Promo Video: YouTube/zCJmywBa2LY

Walkthrough: YouTube/CHZea6mvNVI

Discussion

Discussion

Discussion: Active
slaambo
slaambo
25 June 2025 at 10:55am

Like this, one of the simplest but most powerful implementations of FM, great sounds.

For some reason CPU hit is very high when loading patches, GForce synths are usually very efficient so this is a little bit of a surprise.

I suppose it's down to the complexity of math operations behind the scenes, guess this may improve over time.

Well done though.

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