GForce Halogen FM

The deal

$59.99 at JRR Shop (down from $119.99). Discount applied automatically. No stated end date.

What it is

Halogen FM is GForce''s take on FM synthesis - a technique that''s been notoriously difficult to program since it became popular in the 1980s. The Halogen Spark engine generates fresh patches with a single button press, while macro controls for Timbre, Envelope, Modulation, and Effects handle the broad strokes of sound design without requiring you to dig into operator ratios. For those who do want deeper control, full operator-level access is available. It ships with over 320 presets and custom reverb. Available as VST2/VST3, AAX, AudioUnit, and standalone.

Who it''s for

Producers interested in FM synthesis who have been put off by the complexity of traditional FM editors, and experienced FM users who want a fast workflow for generating starting points. Halogen FM works at both levels - it won''t frustrate beginners or bore experts.

Key features

• Halogen Spark one-click patch generator for instant unique FM starting points
• Macro controls covering Timbre, Envelope, Modulation, and Effects for quick broad-stroke shaping
• Full operator access for detailed FM programming when needed
• Over 320 presets spanning leads, pads, basses, and rhythmic textures
• Custom reverb and MIDI mapping included
• Mac and PC support including Apple Silicon