Changelog for «Spire»


Spire Synthesizer 1.5.16 - build 5294 (2023.07.13)
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VST3:
* Fixes for stability in Cubase
* Fixes for FootPedal and Sustain functionality
* Fixes for microtuning with Scala decoding
* Fixes for Breath and Expression functionality 
* Fixes for Aftertouch functionality
* Stability improvements & memory leaks fixes


Spire Synthesizer 1.5.15 - build 5278 (2023.05.09)
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* Fixes for preset manager interface glitches
* Fixes for ReSpire format files export 
* VST3 improvements for RAM consumption
* Stability improvements


Spire Synthesizer AAX - build 5271 (2023.17.04)
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+ Added native support for Apple Silicon


Spire Synthesizer VST3  - build 5270 (2023.16.03)
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* Fixes for BPM clock
* Fixes for first note render


Spire Synthesizer VST3  - build 5267 (2023.13.03)
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+ Hotfix
* Stability improvements


Spire Synthesizer VST3  - build 5265 (2023.03.03)
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+ Released


Spire Synthesizer 1.5.11 - build 5227 (2022.04.13)
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* Minor improvements


Spire Synthesizer 1.5.11 - build 5226 (2022.03.15)
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+ 5 New reverb types
+ 140 New sounds from premium sound designers
+ FL Studio & Pro Tools GUI scaling
* Fixes for silence in some presets on Apple M1 processors
* Fixes for scala files issues
* Minor improvements


Spire Synthesizer has been updated to v1.5.10 - build 5183 (2021.10.04)
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* Added Macro controllers links via MIDI CC 14-17
* Fixes for glide notes in Poly 2 - Legato mode
* Fixes for DC offset overdrive in Shaper - Tube 1 mode
* Fixes for automation reset in Ableton
* Fixes for Windows 7 32-bit compatibility 


Spire Synthesizer has been updated to v1.5.9 - build 5177 (2021.09.03)
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* Fixes for first note missing issue in Logic Pro
* Fixes for sustain sticky notes
* Minor improvements 


Spire Synthesizer has been updated to v1.5.8 - build 5170 (2021.04.03)
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* GUI fixes
* Revert old Intel CPU support
* Minor improvements 


Spire Synthesizer has been updated to v1.5.7 - build 5153 (2021.03.01)
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* Fixes for interface glitches in Big Sur
* Optimization for Apple Silicon M1
* Fixes for Arpeggiator 
* Minor improvements 


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.5.6 - build 5143 (2021.01.06)
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* Fixes for audio glitches in Logic Pro and FL Studio
* Added Apple M1 Chip support for AU and VST versions
* GUI minor improvements


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.5.5 - build 5130 (2020.12.23)
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* Global preset search added (beta)
* Preset search performance improvements
* Fixes for Big Sur and Logic 10.6 graphics issues



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.5.4 - build 5114 (2020.10.27)
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* Minor bug fixes for AAX version
* Added "Open folder" by right mouse click
* Added option "Convert legacy bank/preset on import"
* Added option "Don't create "init" preset on disk"
* ModWheel parameters are saved in the presets
* Minor improvements for GUI


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.5.3 - build 5091 (2020.09.14)
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* Fixes for preset history updating issue


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.5.2 - build 5090 (2020.09.08)
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* Several critical fixes for the Preset Manager


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.5.1 - build 5079 (2020.08.09)
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* Fixed CPU performance issue for Win VST version

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.5.0 - build 5076 (2020.08.07)
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+ Added Preset Manager
* Fixes for FL Studio (DirectWave rendering)
* Some minor fixes

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.17 - build 4178 (2020.05.23 16:20)
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+ Added drag and drop modulation signals assignment:
Quickly configure your routing without surfing the interface menu
* Fixes for FL Studio (rendering crash)
* Fixes for LFO (phase resets)
* Fixes for AAX Pro Tools (LFO, Unison parameters)
* Fixes for ARP hanging notes
* Fixes for Cubase 10.5 (GUI)
* Stability improvements

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.16 (2019.12.27 10:32)
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+ OS X 10.15 Catalina (Notarized)
* Fixes for Ableton Live automation
* Fixes for Cubase 10.5 (GUI)
* Stability improvements

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.15 (2019.03.28 12:12)
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+ All Osc Pitch modulation target
+ All LFO Rate modulation target
+ Factory soundbank 8 is updated
* Fixes for Pro Tools (AAX) automation 
* Stability improvements

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.14 (2018.05.08 1:43)
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+ LFO/Stepper rate modulation in SYNC mode
+ Osc wave selection modulation
+ Glide parameter modulation
+ New modulation source: Random unipolar, Constant 10% and 50%
+ Factory 8 sound bank
* Fixed sustain pedal problem
* Fixed LFO desync problem
* Stability improvements

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.13 (2017.12.25 23:00)
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+ J8 Chorus Mode
+ Vowel Oscillator 
+ New "Shaper" filter type with 2 modes: Saturate and Foldback
+ Click Removal option is added
+ Factory 6 sound bank now includes new presets by Reveal Sound Team
+ Factory 7 sound bank now includes new presets by Driftmoon (DM)
+ Factory 7 sound bank now includes new presets by Serhiy Klimenkov (SK)
+ Stability improvements in FL Studio (no need to set fixed size buffers)

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.12 (2017.04.11 02:00)
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+ Fixes for Win unicode issues
+ Fixes for ModWheel behavior issue on preset change 

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.11 (2017.04.02 23:00)
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+ Fixes for registration issue under Win

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.10 (2017.03.29 16:00)
+ Improve stability
+ Fixed glitches in Logic X

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.9 (2016.08.09 10:00)
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+ Improve stability
+ Reduce skins size
+ Add Unison modes
+ Fix Abletone CC123
+ Fix ARP issue
+ Update factory bank 6

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.8 (2016.08.08 18:00)
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+ Added Hard FM mode oscillator
+ Added 2 new skins
+ Added new presets to factory 6 sound bank
+ Added factory 7 sound bank
* Fix microtuning Scala decoding
* Some minor fixes and improvements

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.7 (2016.05.26 16:00)
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* Fix Pro Tools Win skins switching issue
* Fix lags on wave redraw
* Fix ModWheel issue on project loading

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.6 (2016.05.23 14:00)
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* Fix DSP issues causing incorrect sound for some presets  

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.5 (2016.05.19 17:00)
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* Fix AAX 1.1 compatibility with 1.0. Please remove completely both versions and install again
* Fix missing image for alternative skins in some DAWs
* Fix reset knob values on reopening window

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.4 (2016.05.16 17:00)
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* AAX version of Spire (compatible with ProTools 10/11/12)
* Improve stability
* Added legacy skin
* Manuals on English, Deutsche and Russian are available now
* Fix multiple notes play in mono mode
* Fix FX section modulation in poly mode
* New presets are added to Factory sound bank 6

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.3 (2016.02.23 12:51)
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* Fixed crashes in 32bit version
* Fixed modwheel behavior on opening GUI
* Added import multiple sound banks and scl files

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.2 (2016.02.12 16:01)
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* Added microtuning support. Now Spire can be tuned using different temperaments using Scala tuning files. Also Spire can be tuned an A=432 Hz, known as Verdi’s ‘A’ / Pythagorean Tuning. Available frequencies from 432 Hz to 446 Hz.
* Fixed sound for some old presets;
* Improve stability;
* Added Dark skin.

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.1 (2015.12.25 12:51)
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- A lot of bugs fixed.
- Improve stability.
- Some presets, built in previous versions, will now sound correct.

Spire Synthesizer update to v1.1.0 (2015.11.27 04:51)
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+ New optimized DSP engine
+ Scalable GUI with Mac Retina support
+ Performance Panel
+ Added factory 6 sound bank


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.20 (2015.03.02 16:15)
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+ By default add extension when saving preset for all Win builds
- Fix menu selected item issues on OSC and Matrix sections
- Fix midi input for AAX (now sound until pressed Play button)
- Fix installer's window titles for Mac AU/VST


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.19 (2015.02.27 18:22)
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+ Add: Release AAX version for Avid Pro Tools 11 Win
- Fixed: AAX crash issues
- Fixed: Improve stability
- Fixed: Improve GUI performance and fix issues


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.18 (2014.10.05 00:10)
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- Release AAX version for Avid Pro Tools 11 Mac
- Improve stability 
- Improve compatibility with FL Studio 
* Updated: Factory 5 Bank


Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.17 (2014.07.10 17:06)
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- Fixed: Logic X crashes 
- Fixed: Program change when Spire window is closed
- Fixed: Compatibility with old hosts (Cubase SX3, Sonar 8)
- Fixed: Some small improvements



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.16 (2014.06.16 18:10)
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- Improve stability 
- Fixed: Factory banks install under MacOS
- Fixed: Reset controls on opening window
+ Add: MacOS uninstall script
+ Add: Allow multiple preset select on load 



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.15 (2014.05.20 18:10)
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- Fixed: Improved combo
+ Add: MacOS packages are digitally signed



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.14 (2014.05.19 19:10)
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- Improve stability in Logic X
- Fixed: Issue with Sustain (Hold) pedal
- Fixed: Some Artefacts in Combo filter
- Fixed: Some Artefacts in AMSync oscillator



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.13 (2014.04.13 16:30)
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+ Add: Oscillator Type "SawPWM"
- Fixed: Some DSP & GUI issues
* Update: Factory Bank 5



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.12 (2014.04.02 18:30)
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+ Add: Filter Type "Combo" with 4 different modes
+ Add: Sound Bank Selector
- Fixed: Stepper HOLD button state issue



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.11 (2014.03.16 20:15)
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+ Add: VU Meter
o Removed: Serial Number GUI
- Fixed: Stepper Crash when LOOP OFF
- Fixed: Filter Mode Issue
- Fixed: Voice Release overlay clicks&pops
- Fixed: Oscillator FM modulation clicks&pops
- Fixed: FX Chorus modulation clicks&pops
- Fixed: FX Rever modulation clicks&pops
- Fixed: Shaper Decimator LOW QUALITY sound problem
- Fixed: OSC 2-4 Automation issue
- Fixed: Stereo channel issue in Sony Acid 
- Improve stability in Logic X



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.10 (2014.02.07 12:18)
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+ Add: New Filter Type "Scorpio" with 6 different modes
+ Add: WaveTable Forms in LFO's with morphing
+ Add: High Quality Mode in SHAPER FX module
+ Add: Overall character modes WARM and SOFT
+ Add: Overall level BOOST mode
+ Add: Modulation for ARP (Gate and Swing)
- Fixed: Issue with Sustain (Hold) pedal
* Update: Improve DAW integration 
* Update: Some GUI elements
* Update: Default values for Controls
* Update: Manual



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.9 (2013.12.26 21:00)
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+ Add: New Menu function "Reset MIDI Learn Table"
- Fixed: Issue with MIDI controllers
- Fixed: improve plugin stability
- Fixed: Increased the maximum number of instances for 32 bit
- Fixed: Issue with Program Change



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.8 (2013.10.22 12:40)
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+ Add: Check for updates (added to MENU)
- Fixed: Freezing GUI
- Fixed: Improved Stability
- Fixed: Artefacts in Delay FX and Reverberator FX with modulation
- Fixed: Artefacts with Main Amplitude Envelope



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.7 (2013.10.12 23:41)
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- Fixed: Memory leak
- Fixed: List Control Midi Learn
* Update: Factory Bank 4



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.6 (2013.09.27 01:30)
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- Fixed: Save Midi Map Issue on Mac



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.5 (2013.09.26 21:00)
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+ Add: Midi Unlearn
- Fixed: Arp Stepper Retrig Issue
- Fixed: Save Midi Map Issue on Mac
* Update: Manual

MIDI learn|unlearn how-to:

Midi learn - turn MIDI button on, click on GUI control which is going to be linked, tap control on
external MIDI controller;
Midi unlearn - turn MIDI button on, tap control on external MIDI controller to be unlinked.



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.4 (2013.09.16 21:00)
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- Fixed: Issue with license validation



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.3 (2013.09.15 21:00)
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+ Added: Factory Bank 4
- Fixed: Some issues in Arpeggiator 
- Fixed: Issue with negative modulation amount
- Fixed: Issue with keytrack in link mode on second filter
- Fixed: Modwheel smoothing



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.2 (2013.09.09 12:07)
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+ Added: Some CPU optimization
- Fixed: Issues with CC64 (Sustain/Hold Pedal)



Spire Synthesizer update to v1.0.1 (2013.09.02 16:07)
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- Fixed: Issues with FX MUTE



Spire Synthesizer v1.0.0 (2013.09.01 23:05)
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+ Added: Some CPU optimization
+ Added: Presets
- Fixed: Issues with Rate Knobs Midi Learn in SYNC mode
- Fixed: Note issues in Arpeggiator
- Fixed: Default values issues in Arpeggiator



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.17 (2013.08.16 20:18)
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- Fixed: Some issues in Arpeggiator GUI
- Fixed: Some issues in Preset Manager
- Fixed: Some Presets in Banks



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.16 (2013.08.12 23:52)
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- Fixed: Wide in FX Delay
+ Added: Undo function in Menu
+ Added: Factory Bank 2 & 3
+ Added: Mouse Wheel
+ Added: Mouse Double Click set control to default value
* Update: Manual



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.15 (2013.08.04 17:29)
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+ Added: Arpeggiator step indicator
+ Added: Mute Buttons for FX
- Fixed: CC64 Sustain
- Fixed: Some issues in Stepper
* Update: Some GUI elements



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.14 (2013.08.01 22:00)
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- Fixed: Some issues in Arpeggiator



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.13 (2013.07.30 3:47)
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+ Added: Arpeggiator
+ Added: Microbank "Arp Demo.sbf"
- Fixed: Touch Mode Automation in Logic



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.11 (2013.07.11 15:17)
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+ Added: Stepper 1 & Stepper 2
+ Added: Microbank "Stepper Demo.sbf"



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.10 (2013.06.15 19:05)
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- Fixed: Filter Keytrack issues



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.9 (2013.06.14 19:15)
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- Fixed: GUI issues



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.8 (2013.06.12 23:30)
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- Fixed: Filter Perfecto internal clipping
- Fixed: Some issues in automation



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.7 (2013.06.05 18:10)
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- Fixed: OSX Midi Learn Click Start
- Fixed: Old bank read some errors
* Update: Chorus delay linear modulation



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.6 (2013.06.03 01:49)
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- Fixed: OSX 64 bit incorrect list menu (sub menu)



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.5 (2013.06.01 22:14)
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+ Added: OSX 64 bit version



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.4 (2013.05.17 01:44)
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- Fixed: Problems with the buffer in Logic and FL Studio (noise and clicks)
- Fixed: Automation in Logic
- Fixed: Wavetable Phase Modulation (CtrlB) when CtrlA at zero
- Fixed: AMSync Phase Retrig
- Fixed: Site hosting
+ Added: CC64 - Sustain
+ Added: Oscillator mixer Off buttons
+ Added: Insert & Remove-Backup for preset managment
+ Added: Programm Change
* Update: Presets



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.2 (2013.05.12 02:33)
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- Fixed: License activation issue
- Fixed: Installer on x86



Spire Synthesizer v0.9.1 (2013.05.08 19:51)
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* First Release