The M-Audio Venom 49-key synthesizer combines the character of classic analog synths with modern digital processing to deliver an aggressive, infectious new sound. Whet your appetite with the included presets, then sink your teeth into creating original sounds—from atmospheric and subtle, to angry and downright nasty. Easily tweak parameters from the intuitive top-panel interface, or explore endless sound design and configuration possibilities with the included software editor. Perform bass lines, leads, and more with a full-size keyboard designed to satisfy serious players. You can even use Venom as an audio interface with Pro Tools M-Powered* and other music software—forming a powerful production machine to take your music in dangerous new directions.
* Requires Pro Tools M-Powered 8 or higher.

Features:

• 12-voice, 49-key virtual analog synthesizer
  
• Features 512 single patches and 256 multi-sound patches
  
• 41 oscillator waves and 53 drum sounds sampled from vintage synths
  
• Three oscillators per voice
  
• FM, sync, and dynamic wave-shaping

Instant Inspiration

Venom comes fueled with 512 Single patches and 256 Multi‑sound (layered) patches created by a world-class sound design team—so you can start playing everything from bombastic basses, blistering leads, and 8-bit drums to grainy pads, menacing textures, and glitchy effects right out of the box. You’ll also find a classic arpeggiator for added animation. Tweak the sounds using the intuitive top-panel performance controls—or dig in deep using the supplied software editor.

A killer new sound

Thanks to a completely new M-Audio synth engine, Venom merges analog flavor with digital power—providing a unique sonic signature that stands apart from the glossy sheen of other virtual analog synths. You get 41 oscillator waves and 53 drum sounds sampled from the most awesome vintage keyboards of the past four decades—complete with DSP-induced oscillator drift for a retro vibe. Each of the 12 simultaneous virtual analog voices features three oscillators, giving you tons of flexibility for octaves, intervals, and fat, detuned offsets. Venom even offers FM, sync, and dynamic wave-shaping on all waveforms for unique hybrid sounds.

For even more sound-shaping possibilities, the Venom resonant multimode filter features 12dB/octave (2-pole) and 24dB/octave (4-pole) operation, with tube saturation limiting on the input for that classic overdriven sound. Each voice also sports three LFOs with selectable sample-and-hold to create evolving, rhythmic sounds— plus three AHDSR envelopes for total control of your unique sound.

Compatibility
• MME, ASIO, Core Audio/Core MIDI
• Pro Tools M-Powered 8 and higher

Minimum System Requirements

PC
• Windows® XP (SP3)* or Windows Vista 32/64
• 1.8 GHz multi-core processor (Intel or AMD)**
• 5400 RPM hard drive
• DVD-ROM drive

Mac
• Mac OS X 10.5.5
• 1.8 GHz multi-core processor**
• 5400 RPM hard drive
• DVD-ROM drive
* Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition
is not supported.
** CPU may be higher for laptops. Avid suggests you also check the minimum
system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above.

Vyzex Venom Editor/Librarian (PC)
• Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7
• P4 equivalent processor
• 32-bit color graphics
• 1024 x 800 or larger display

Vyzex Venom Editor/Librarian (Mac)
• Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5, or 10.6
• PowerPC G5 or Intel processor
• 1024 x 800 or larger display

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Customer feedback

Product rating Product rating Voting Select your rating... Excellent! Very good Good Fair Poor Rate It! Reviews Author: Analog I have two vintage analog synths and a Waldorf Blofeld in my studio. I love my Blofeld don't get me wrong but this new Venom just made me feel creative again. The placement of everything on the synth itself could not be better. The LCD screen could be angled slightly more for better viewing but that is the only small gripe I can find on this thing so far. After I updated the firmware and installed the software editor that comes with it (which is one of the best editors I have ever used), I instantly was able to make a nice little sample track. Everything is right at your finger tips for editing on the fly...I was twisting knobs all day long when it first arrived lol. It has some really harsh sounds and it has some of the best VA sounds I have ever heard as well. There are so many patches I still haven't had time to go through them all and the arp on this thing is awesome as you can "tap" the tempo or just manually set it whichever you prefer. Anyways if you want the best bang for your buck do not hesitate to buy this synth. Looks snazzy in the studio as well. Add your review here Your name: * Your message: * Maximum review length is 2000 characters Type the characters you see in the picture. (If you do not see any picture here, please enable images in your web browser options and refresh this page): Get a different code Add review Ratings and/or reviews are submitted by customers to our site based on their own personal experiences. The Midi Store LLC regularly checks these reviews for inappropriate language and may chose to delete or edit your review as required. However The Midi Store LLC does not screen reviews for accuracy and we do not endorse their content. Any abuse of the review system may result in The Midi Store LLC not allowing you to post. We believe this service is important to help you hear from others who have experience using the products that are of interest to you. When you submit a review you acknowledge that you, not The Midi Store LLC are responsible for it's content.