Hive 2

The deal

$99 at Plugin Boutique (down from $149). 34% off, ends August 31, 2026.

What it is

Hive 2 is a wavetable synthesizer from u-he built around a fast, hexagon-styled interface that keeps deep sound design within easy reach. It runs on three selectable synth engines with 2D wavetable scanning, an eight-step Shape Sequencer for rhythmic modulation, and a 12-slot modulation matrix for wiring parameters together. Despite the depth, it stays light on CPU even with heavy unison stacking.

Who it's for

Producers who want a workhorse synth for basslines, plucks, pads, and leads without wading through a maze of menus, especially electronic and dance producers who need fast, playable sound design.

Key features

• Three switchable synth engines with up to 16x unison for thick, wide sounds
• An eight-step Shape Sequencer with four independent lanes for rhythmic modulation
• A 12-slot modulation matrix with five modifier types per target
• Seven rearrangeable effects, including distortion, chorus, delay, phaser, EQ, reverb, and compressor