CZ V

Arturia CZ V brings the distinctive phase distortion sound of the Casio CZ-101 and CZ-1000 into a software synthesizer with expanded sound-design options. Its digital character ranges from warm, spacious pads and natural-sounding percussion to buzzy leads, sci-fi textures and analog-style tones. That makes it a useful choice for ’80s-inspired pop, electronic tracks and productions that need something different from familiar subtractive synth sounds. A graphical interface makes the synthesis engine easier to explore, while additional envelopes, filters, LFOs and effects extend the original instruments’ possibilities. A flexible modulation matrix and host-synced parameters let you build movement into your patches. With increased polyphony and a library of designer presets, CZ V suits both producers looking for ready-to-play vintage digital sounds and curious programmers who want to shape their own.