If you like the metaphysical properties of the saxophone, the scientific method and even numbers, Linplug SaxLab 2 hits the trifecta of satisfaction; the "satisfecta" if you will. It's a saxophone synth for PC that really doesn't mess around with anything except quality sax tone, and anyone who has messed with sax patches in jack-of-all-trades synths where sax is a sadly neglected afterthought can dig that.

Using a carefully balanced mixture of various techniques, SaxLab 2 stakes its claim as king of the mountain, able to obtain the most realistic virtual sax out there. Its careful attention to sonic authenticity is complemented by an easily operable interface, a wide load of soundsets for all ranges of saxophones and several chorus, reverb and modulation options if you're Bruce Lamont-esque in your saxophonic applications.

Fast Features:

• Many different sound sets for the various saxophone instruments
• Monophonic with “real sax” behavior
• Adjustable mix of the “Air” layer, the “Keys” layer and the main tonal layer
• User-definable, velocity-sensitive amplitude envelope
• Tonal characteristics of the instrument’s overall sound can be defined by the user
• Real-time control of the instrument’s amplitude, brightness, the amount of room and the “roaring” of the sound.
• Three modes of mono performance: Legato, Retrigger and Alternate
• Separate control of Up/Down PitchBend and Scoop
• Adjustable pitch, air and body frequency deviation per note
• Envelope, LFO and MIDI-controlled vibrato and tremolo
• Specialized stereo chorus and stereo reverb effects
• Full Micro Tuning capability (loads TUN files)
• MIDI Learn available for every control
• Sample accurate timing, full automation and settings are saved with the song