ARP 2600 V3
The deal
$99 at KVR Marketplace (down from $149). The sale runs through August 19, 2026.
What it is
ARP 2600 V3 is Arturia's software recreation of the classic 1972 ARP 2600, a semi-modular analog synth known for its gritty, hands-on sound design. It packs three voltage-controlled oscillators, a resonant low-pass filter, dual envelopes, a ring modulator, and the original ARP sequencer, all patchable through virtual cables or usable straight out of the box. The result is a raw, characterful tone that's equally at home doing searing leads, growling basses, or classic sci-fi sound effects.
Who it's for
Producers chasing authentic vintage synth textures for electronic, dub, or pop tracks, and anyone who wants to learn modular-style patching without hardware. It also suits sound designers who need unconventional, textured tones for film and game work.
Key features
- Three VCOs with hard sync and a self-oscillating 24dB/octave filter deliver the ARP's signature growl
- The tempo-synced LFO, ring modulator, and noise generator open up FM and percussive sound design beyond the original hardware's scope
- Polyphony up to 32 voices with unison turns the mono-focused original into a full-blown pad and lead machine
- Over 400 presets, built-in chorus and stereo delay, and full MIDI mapping make it fast to dial in usable sounds
