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DRC is a powerful virtual analogue synthesizer designed to emulate the warmth and character of classic analogue circuits. By faithfully reproducing subtle imperfections—like voice detuning and nuanced filter resonance—DRC captures the essence of vintage sound while embracing modern flexibility.Inspired by the idiosyncrasies of analog gear, DRC features controlled saturation stages throughout the signal path, enriching its tone with musical nonlinearities.The user interface was built for clarity and speed, with focused panels and intuitive parameter access that encourage creative flow.Whether you're shaping an envelope or tweaking a filter, every interaction feels musically rewarding—drawing from the design philosophy behind iconic instruments like the Juno and Jupiter series. Parameter ranges have been fine-tuned to highlight sonic sweet spots, ensuring that each adjustment contributes meaningfully to the sound.Three onboard effect engines further expand DRC’s sonic palette, adding space, depth, and character to your patches.
Features
- Two oscillators with hard sync and ring modulation
- Sub-oscillator for added low-end depth
- Noise generator
- Nonlinear multi-mode filter
- Nonlinear 4-pole ladder filter
- Pre-gain control for shaping saturation
- Two analog-modeled envelope generators
- Two multi-mode LFOs
- Easy modulation for oscillators, filters, and VCA
- Arpeggiator, Strummer, and Chorder performance tools
- Mono, Poly, and Unison voice modes
Portable & Powerful
DRC uses the same powerful synth engine across all platforms—Windows, macOS, iOS, Android—and a variety of plugin formats, ensuring consistent, high-quality sound everywhere. This unified design allows smooth transitions and reliable performance, whether in the studio, on stage, or on the go.
Vintage sound, modern design
DRC’s clean, minimal interface emphasizes ease of use, allowing users to focus on creativity and precise sound control without distractions. Its streamlined layout supports an efficient, clear workflow for both beginners and professionals, keeping attention on shaping sound with confidence.
Lush effects processing
DRC features three high quality built in effects allowing to enrich and expand the spectrum and tonal expression of the sound
- Tape Delay - Analog emulated tape delay with loads of character and wild feedback capabilities.
- Reverb - Add a profound space dimension to any lifeless sound.
- Chorus - Take your mono sounds to immersive wide stereo
Flexible Performance Tools
DRC features a built-in, resizable Keyboard, making it easy to play and experiment with melodies directly within the interface. Scale support helps you stay in key effortlessly, perfect for both beginners and experienced producers. In addition, DRC includes a customizable Chorder that lets you trigger chords with a single press, while the integrated strummer allows playing the synth like a stringed instrument.
Perfect for Education
The simple, hands-on approach of the user interface, combined with a classic subtractive synthesis engine inspired by iconic analog synthesizers, makes this tool particularly well-suited for educational purposes. Its intuitive layout allows students and beginners to quickly grasp the fundamentals of sound design, while the familiar signal flow provides a clear and practical introduction to synthesis concepts commonly used in both vintage and modern music production.
MPE Support
DRC supports MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression), allowing for enhanced control and expression when using compatible controllers. With MPE, you can modulate pitch, timbre, and volume, enabling more dynamic, nuanced, and expressive performances that go far beyond traditional MIDI capabilities.
Over 200 video tutorials
Learn synth sound design with clear, in-depth video tutorials by our in-house sound designer, Lucas Palmeira. Join him on a creative journey as he breaks down how to recreate iconic sounds—ranging from classic 80s synths to today’s biggest hits—step by step and in detail. All tutorials are available on our YouTube channel, making it easy to follow along and level up your skills at your own pace.
Trusted by thousands
DRC is trusted by thousands of musicians worldwide, reflected in its consistently high user ratings across platforms. With an impressive 4.7 rating on the App Store from over 2,200 reviews and a solid 4.3 on Google Play from more than 3,100 users, DRC stands out as a top-rated synthesizer app. These ratings highlight its reliability, sound quality, and user-friendly design, making it a favorite among both beginners and seasoned producers.
Imaginando DRC
DRC is a virtual analogue synthesizer that takes its analogue modelling seriously. Its envelopes behave as if they have capacitors that are charged through resistors; in fact the name DRC means Digital Resistor Capacitor, so you should never forget this particular detail.
Imaginando Releases DRC Synthesizer For Desktop & Mobile!
It’s been a long time since I’ve been so excited about an up and coming virtual instrument. Sure, it’s just a virtual analog synthesizer, but the fact that it sounds so nice and that it works across all devices is just so damn cool. I can’t wait to see where this project goes in the future. Major props to Imaginando for this release.
Imaginando releases DRC polyphonic synthesizer for iOS, Android & VST
DRC is a virtual analog polyphonic synthesizer that recreates the characteristic sound of an analog synthesizer targeting all music makers, from novices to professionals, proving a minimal but powerful set of parameters, for limited but incredible sonic capabilities.
DRC is a (sort of) free multi-platform software synth - what's not to like?
The app, developed by Imaginando, is a feature-rich virtual synth which delivers up to eight voices with two oscillators, one sub-oscillator and one noise source.
Review: DRC Synth from Imaginando
DRC is a unique synthesiser plugin from Imaginando that not only sounds great but has an extra special feature that makes it incredibly useful for the producer on the go.
Imaginando DRC: synth analogico multipiattaforma (vst, ios e android)
La novità del DRC consiste, però, nel suono, ben al di sopra dello standard software a cui siamo abituati e porta lo standard sonoro di determinate macchine (penso all’ambiente ipad e android) su un nuovo livello qualitativo. Indubbiamente più che la tecnica di sintesi impiegata e l’architettura sonora prescelta a colpire è il suono del synth, che lo avvicina allo standard sonoro di synth di punta come U-He Diva e Native Instruments Monark.
Imaginando Presents DRC – 8 Voice iOS Analog Modeling Synth
There is a new iOS synth on the block. It’s called DRC created by Imaginando.
New Virtual Analog For Android, iOS, Mac & Windows, DRC
Imaginando has released a multi-platform virtual analog synthesizer for Android, iOS, Mac & Windows, DRC.
Hearing is believing
Discover DRC's rich, warm sound for yourself, with our audio examples.
Expansion Packs
The perfect extension for DRC’s factory content. An assortment of all types of patches from deep basses to lush, far-reaching pads. This expansion makes sure you have a full-flavored collection of sounds for your synth productions.
A wide variety of DRC patches inspired by the mystery of the depths of space. Alien organisms, deep space travel, colossal ships, barren foreign landscapes and more. Here you will find patches ranging from the alien sounding to the deep cutting useful sounds.
Volume 1 of sounds from our YouTube DRC Tutorial series recreating iconic songs and their classic synth sounds.
Volume 2 of sounds from our YouTube DRC Tutorial series recreating iconic songs and their classic synth sounds.
Volume 3 of sounds from our YouTube DRC Tutorial series recreating iconic songs and their classic synth sounds.
This bank is segmented into sound types inspired by star constellations. Patches of the same type are named after stars within their constellation. Here you will find a variety of arps, Basses, Brasses, Leads, Keys and Pads.
Volume 4 of sounds from our YouTube DRC Tutorial series recreating iconic songs and their classic synth sounds.
Sound like a blade runner on a flying car with this cyberpunk themed sound bank. From endless, Vangelis-inspired pads and leads to Jean-Michelle Jarre soothing electronic sounds, this collection has everything you need to shape the future.
Pop Essentials by SMP Productions
Full of vibrant leads, rich pads, punchy basses and catchy plucks. All that's missing is your infectious hooks to make your next pop production shine with this collection.
Unlock the magic of synthesis with handcrafted DRC presets, blending analog warmth and futuristic textures. From shimmering pads to gritty basses and hypnotic leads, this collection is designed to inspire and elevate your sonic creations.
Timeless and Untamed by SMP Productions
This pack merges sophistication with rebellion. Dive into elegant, timeless sounds for any production, then explore daring, unique tones that challenge the limits of DRC. A duality crafted to inspire bold creations and unleash boundless potential.
Sound design made simple
If you’re new to synthesizers, DRC is the perfect place to start. Our YouTube channel provides regular and easy to follow tutorials, featuring some of the most iconic sounds ever created.
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★★★★★
Fantastic app. New to the synth world but this app with a launchpad is incredible.
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Requirements
macOS
macOS 12.00 or higher, compatible 64 bit host DAW which supports VST, VST3 or AU plugin format, plus a minimum of 256 Mb of free disk space to install. Product licence activation requires internet connection.
Windows
Windows 10 or higher, compatible 64 bit host DAW which supports VST or VST3 plugin format, plus a minimum of 256 Mb of free disk space to install. Product licence activation requires internet connection.
iOS
Requires iOS 16.1 or higher. At least 40 Mb of free space.
Android
Requires Android 9.0 or higher. Low-latency audio is device dependent.