Opcode Strengthens Plug-In Line with Release of Fusion:FILTER and VINYL

January 29, 1998 -- Opcode Systems, the Palo Alto, California-based manufacturer of industry leading music software and hardware, announces two new exciting additions to their fusion: series of cross-platform plug-in effects at the Winter '98 NAMM show. Fusion:FILTER and fusion:VINYL are two new plug-ins which offer users creative sound processing capabilities never before available in computer music production. In addition,Opcode will be offering TDM versions of fusion:FILTER and VOCODE while also offering VST compatible versions of the entire fusion:EFFECTS line.

fusion:FILTER

Opcode's newest plug-in fusion:Filter provides a fat-sounding multi-mode, analog-style filter with resonance control for producing a wide range of exciting new sounds not currently available with any other plug-in. Fusion:FILTER features an intuitive user interface which allows for quick and easy access to today's hottest sounds, from analog-style lowpass sweeps to envelope-followed filter boosts-all completely under user control. Up to 6 programmable modulation sources can be active at once. Included are LFOs with multiple waveforms, envelope followers and a multi-step modulation sequencer. These additions give fusion:FILTER expressive capabilities far beyond any other hardware or software filter device available today. For those who are looking for new sources of inspiration while taking advantage of the tools they already own, FILTER will add new life to synthesizers and samplers which lack strong filter capabilities. Any audio file can act as a source for fusion:FILTER. This plug-in adds spice to everything from basslines and vocals to drum tracks and sound effects. The only limit to fusion:Filter's sonic possibilities is that of your imagination.

fusion:VINYL

Fusion:VINYL applies the classic sound of worn-out vinyl records to any digital audio file in seconds. This plug-in ends the search for classic loops forever; with fusion:Vinyl you create your own. Any digital audio file can now become that vintage recording custom-tailored to your specifications. Fusion:VINYL's edit window is where it all begins. Parameters including dirt, hiss, scratches and static are all easily accessible. Thanks to automatic previews, any change in settings becomes instantly audible. These instant updates allow users to focus on the job at hand instead of playing hit and miss. Full control is also provided over pops, warp, RPM (33 1/3, 45 & 78) and more.

fusion:VOCODE

Opcode has succeeded in bringing sought-after classic vocoder effects to the desktop studio. Fusion:VOCODE produces a wide range of unique-sounding effects including classic talk boxes, robot vocals, singing strings and more. User controls include:choice of modulator, custom carrier with emphasis and depth control, five-band graphic EQ and more. Also present is a special Lo-Fi mode for adding grit and punch to achieve that "organic" sound. Extreme ease of use combined with professional power has always been a hallmark of all Opcode products and VOCODE is no different. Intuitive design and an easy-to-use interface make it a perfect fit for industry professionals and home producers alike. Anyone looking for sounds that stand out and demand recognition will find Opcode's fusion:VOCODE a welcome addition to their studio tool kit. The TDM version of fusion:VOCODE is now shipping.

fusion:EFFECTS

Ideal for musicians, DJs, producers, engineers and sound designers, fusion:EFFECTS plug-ins are an inexpensive way to tailor an individual sound and add texture to mixes. Whereas most plug-ins are simply software versions of traditional hardware boxes (i.e. EQ, reverb, chorus, delay, etc.), Opcode's fusion: EFFECTSª offer processing that is not a basic "fix it" solution-odd, wacky and niche-type sounds not commonly found in hardware audio processors. The fusion: EFFECTS platform currently supports a wide range of plug-in formats including Digidesign TDM, Adobe Premiere, Audiosuite, VST and Direct X Media, allowing all fusion plug-ins to be compatible with the most popular music recording and sequencing software. Fusion:FILTER is available for an MSRP of $199.99 with a TDM version available for $495.00. Fusion:VINYL is available for $99.95 and fusion:VOCODE is priced at $149.95 with a TDM version available for $495.95.

For more information on Opcode's Studio Vision Pro, write Opcode Systems, 3950 Fabian Way, Suite 100, Palo Alto, CA 94303; call (650) 856-3333; fax (650) 856-0777; or visit them on the web at http://www.opcode.com.