Chromaphone 3 by Applied Acoustics Systems is a cutting‑edge physical‑modeling synthesizer plugin that blends acoustic realism with digital flexibility. Designed for musicians, composers, and sound designers, it allows users to craft richly expressive instruments - from plucked strings to metallic resonators - all in real‑time. Chromaphone 3 stands out with its bi‑timbral architecture, deep presets, and intuitive control -ideal for production, scoring, and experimental sound design.

Key Features of Chromaphone 3:

• Dual‑Voice Multitimbral Engine – Stack or split two independent timbres, each built from two physically modeled resonators for complex and textured sounds. 
• Eight Acoustic Resonators – Combine strings, plates, drums, tubes, membranes and more, with proprietary resonator coupling for organic acoustic behaviors.
• Performance Macros – Four MIDI‑responsive macros per layer control modulation, timbre, envelope and effects for dynamic morphing in real time. 
• Brand‑New Browser – Efficient Packs, Sounds, Categories, and Creators views help you find the perfect patch quickly.
• Factory Library & Remastered Sounds – Includes 421 new signature presets and over 670 remastered presets from Chromaphone 2, crafted by top sound designers.
• Robust Multi‑Effects – Three independent effect racks with reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, distortion, EQ, compressor, tremolo, amplifier models and more.
• Microtonal & Flexible Tuning – Supports Scala scale files and custom reference tuning for alternate tuning systems.
• High-Resolution Audio & Workflow – Real‑time physical modeling (no samples), up to 32‑bit floating point internal processing, sample rates up to 192 kHz, unlimited undo/redo.
• Wide Platform Support – Runs standalone or as VST2/VST3/AU/AAX Native/NKS on Mac & Windows in 64‑bit DAWs.

Example Use Cases of Chromaphone 3:

• Sound designers crafting unique percussive textures, organic FX or hybrid instruments - ideal for games, film or ambient music.
• Music producers seeking rich pads, plucks or layered acoustic‑synth tones for electronic, indie or experimental tracks.
• Composers working on scoring or media who want authentic-sounding mallet, string or ambient acoustic textures.
• Live performers using MIDI control macros to morph timbre, modulation or effects in real time during performance.
• Producers exploring microtonal or alternative tunings via Scala file support for world music or avant‑garde projects.

Why Choose Chromaphone 3?

Chromaphone 3 delivers unmatched expressive depth through its bi‑timbral architecture and real‑time control - making it a must‑have instrument for anyone looking to elevate their sound design and music production.