Microwave 1 Version 2

The Waldorf Microwave 1 returns as a meticulously modelled plugin, capturing the original hybrid synth’s wavetable oscillators and analogue Curtis filters. This is the sound that defined early electronic dance music: massive bass lines, enigmatic wavetable modulations, brutal attacks and silky pads. Version 2 expands polyphony from 8 to 32 voices with additional voice cards, and adds multi modes like Round Robin and Random Robin. A polyphonic arpeggiator per instrument part, a global arpeggiator, and a creative delay with diffusion and pitch shifting open new sonic territory. The redesigned preset browser with favourites and direct part loading keeps workflow smooth, while multi-level undo/redo supports fearless editing. Painstakingly recreated from the original hardware over years, it delivers the distinctive character of the Waldorf ASIC and 68k CPU controller. Ideal for producers seeking authentic 80s and 90s wavetable textures in modern DAWs.