HX-20 Semi-modular Software Synthesizer
The deal
$65 at Sweetwater (down from $79), 18% off. No coupon code needed. This is an ongoing sale with no listed expiration date.
What it is
The HX-20 is a semi-modular software synthesizer from UVI built around dual hardware-inspired wavetable oscillators plus a sample-based oscillator, drawing from a library of over 13,000 hardware samples and 182 sound layers. It pairs analog-modeled filters and ADSR envelopes with classic modulation routing to recreate the look and sound of a legendary late-'70s semi-modular synth, while adding modern conveniences like a built-in arpeggiator/phraser and a studio effects bay.
Who it's for
Producers who want hands-on, from-scratch sound design without the learning curve of a full modular rig - useful for bass, brass, pads, and plucks across a range of genres. It works equally well for newcomers leaning on the 222 factory presets and experienced sound designers who want to dig into the multi-layer modulation architecture.
Key features
- Dual hardware-inspired wavetable oscillators plus a sample-based oscillator built on 13,000+ hardware samples and 182 sound layers
- Analog-modeled filters and ADSR envelopes for detailed sound sculpting
- Onboard arpeggiator/phraser for building sequences and melodic arps
- 222 ready-to-go factory presets alongside a built-in studio effects bay
- Runs on Mac and Windows, authorized through iLok (hardware dongle optional)
