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F.'em by Tracktion Software is a Virtual Instrument Audio Plugin for macOS, Windows and Linux. It functions as a VST Plugin, an Audio Units Plugin, a VST 3 Plugin and an AAX Plugin.
Product
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1.3.1
Windows 8 & 10 / 64-bit / VST2 / AAX
Product
Version
1.3.1
macOS 10.11 or later / Intel / 64-bit / VST2 / AU / AAX
Product
Version
1.2.9
Tested on Ubuntu 18.04 / 64-bit / VST2
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F.'em is one of the most powerful FM Synthesizers ever made, taking advantage of modern CPU resources to process its freely configurable 11 operator matrix. It's a hybrid quad-timbral synthesizer that can function as an FM, VA and Sample based instrument, with the added bonus of a dual multimode filter, a complex effect section and an incredibly flexible modulation matrix.

32 STAGE TEMPO SYNC ENVELOPES

An envelope is envelope, right? Not in F.'em. All envelopes include up to 32 stages that can be tempo synched. A real must have for musicians looking for tools to create intricate rhythmic configurations. F.'em envelopes: when complexity became beauty.

FLOW LFO

Say goodbye to classic, boring LFOs. F.'em includes two 8 step flow LFOs allowing 8 different waveforms to be selected and switch-modulated by any source. What's more, each waveform can be freely drawn, unleashing a sound designers dream.

OPERATOR MATRIX

F.'em is not just one of the most powerful FM synths ever made, it's also one of the most versatile. Packing in 8 synchronizable wave, 2 sample and a noise operator allows for the most savage bass and ripping lead sounds associated with synths like the mighty Access Virus. Thanks to a freely-configurable oscillator matrix, F.'em can produce FM sounds virtually indistinguishable from legendary instruments like the Yamaha TX81Z, the Yamaha DX7 and the lavish, 8-operator Yamaha GS1. A 200 pound synth so luxurious that only 16 units were sold.

MODULATION & MODIFIER MATRIX

F.'em's superpower lies within its outrageously deep modulation matrix. This creates endless possibilities allowing the user to create absolutely unique FM sounds. And if you want a change of pace and are looking for something besides pure FM synthesis, no matter how powerful? Look no further.

LAYERS, MACROS, AWESOME EFFECTS, POWERFUL ARP

Not interested in diving into the multitude of available parameters? Don't worry. F.'em is immediately enjoyable and easy to use. The macros let you control all fundamental parameters. The rich multi-effect section is easily accessible and tweakable. All layers can be activated and deactivated in a snap and the arpeggiator is an endless-joy-giver.

Features:

  • 4 Layers, each with 4 effect slots.
  • No fix algorithms, feed any wave operator into any other wave operator forward and backward.
  • Wave operators feature hard sync like in analog synthesizers and offer different waveforms from sine wave over analog waves to the waves found in some classic FM synthesizers.
  • Two multisample operators. One can frequency-modulate any of the other operators, the other multisample operator can be frequency-modulated by any of the other operators.
  • Noise operator that can frequency-modulate any other operator.
  • 2 filters with overdrive stage, freely routable in series, parallel or anything in-between.
  • Each operator has its own pitch and level LFO and its own pitch and level envelope.
  • 2 Flow LFOs with freely editable LFO shapes.
  • Tempo-synced, loopable envelopes with up to 32 stages.
  • Keyboard level scaling of each operator.
  • Modulation matrix with up to 200 entries.
  • Modifier matrix with up to 32 modification algorithms.
  • Quick edit panel for quick and easy adjustment of timbre and overall envelope.
  • Automation of most continuous parameters.

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Latest User Reviews

Average user rating of 4.00 from 3 reviews
F.'em

Reviewed By Mphrasor [all]
February 25th, 2024
Version reviewed: 1.14 on Mac

Very powerful FM synth with loads of modulation possibilities.

Sounds great with four layers, colourful with animated LFO's.

requires a decent CPU.

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F.'em

Reviewed By anli [all]
June 14th, 2023
Version reviewed: 1.1.6 on Linux

The possibilities are endless. Good user manual. Slightly questionable UI colors.

It's funny, but even without FM using itself, it is great subtractive (and samples) synth with all imaginable ways of modulation.

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F.'em

Reviewed By Trader One [all]
December 10th, 2021
Version reviewed: 1.0.8 on Windows

Bad:
It eats CPU for dinner. Danger.

Big downside: No DX7 imports. No way to load own Waveforms or WT into FM oscillator. Can't do keytracking over 100% (Even Polysix can do).

Like in rest of Tracktion software filters and effects are not good sounding, they about same low quality free Vital have. Serum is at next level. Replace effects with inserts.

No way to get support. Too small user base to get reply in forums and Tracktion support will ignore your ticket.

No developer made site for sharing presets with preview.

Good.

GUI is nice except mod matrix / modifiers / macro part.

Good useable internal compressor.

FM sound is good.

Lot of configuration options.

Multi part modern envelopes with repeat.

2 Sample oscillators.

one noise oscillator.

Modulation matrix is flexible.

4 layers, each with 8 FM and 16 unison detune. Complex soundscape will kill CPU.

FM oscillator can do SAW as well. Due to weak filters do not expect much subtractive synth fun.

input filter per layer.

verdict: if author fixes serious problems and get better filters/effects then yes I will recommend it. It might be top FM synth around. It's simply not there yet and it's single developer synth. Looking at other Tracktion synths I don't think it will ever get there, once released they just minor bug fixes. If you like FM and synth in its current state then buy it, but do not buy it with mindset that it will become better with updates over time.

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Kott
Kott
9 July 2021 at 2:40am

Hi, .

why no Linux tags?

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