Mercury-8

Mercury-8 by Cherry Audio is a virtual analog synthesizer that meticulously recreates the legendary Jupiter-8 hardware while adding modern enhancements. Unlike sample-based emulations, it uses advanced circuit and behavior modeling to deliver authentic sound and dynamic control. With a dual-layer architecture offering 16 voices per layer, you can create rich splits and stacks. Analog drift and condition controls let you dial in vintage character, while the multi-voice mode adds subtle variations for lively tones. A comprehensive modulation matrix, built-in arpeggiator, and 16×4 polyphonic step sequencer open up endless creative possibilities. Three independent effect chains with 20 studio-quality effects let you shape your sound further. Over 600 presets, including faithful recreations of the original factory patches and enhanced versions, provide instant inspiration. Ideal for producers and composers seeking classic analog warmth with modern flexibility, Mercury-8 suits genres from synthwave to pop and beyond.