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Aggressive analogue character for modern mixes
Filter MS-20 captures the abrasive tone that made the original MS-20 synthesiser so distinctive, recreating its gritty filter response and unstable-style distortion with Arturia’s TAE modelling technology. Low Pass and High Pass modes let you sculpt anything from subtle warmth to sharp resonant peaks, while the ESP-inspired distortion circuit adds extra edge and weight to drums, basslines, synths, and vocals. The plugin’s stereo processing also gives sounds greater width and depth, helping parts cut through dense arrangements without relying on additional processing chains. If your mix needs more attitude, Filter MS-20 gets there quickly.
Movement tools that keep sounds evolving
Filter MS-20 goes beyond static filtering with a strong collection of modulation tools designed for animated processing. The envelope follower reacts dynamically to incoming audio, making filters and distortion respond naturally to performance changes. Meanwhile, the function generator and 16-step sequencer introduce rhythmic motion, evolving modulation, and pulsing textures that work particularly well on synths, percussion, and transitions. The Movement macro makes large modulation changes fast and manageable, so you can push effects harder without losing control of your mix. It’s a straightforward way to add life and unpredictability to otherwise static productions.
Powered by technology
Using proprietary modelling algorithms, MS-20 is able to recreate the iconic instruments down to the component parts to create unrivalled realism and immersion. Unmatched in analog emulation, MS-20 Filter is powered by TAE technologies. TAE offers component-level modelling to accurately present the characteristics and behaviour of the instrument. The result is truly a next-level sound that is indistinguishable from the original to add to your productions.
Reviews
"The sequencer is awesome. If I had to choose one filter to knob-twiddle it would be this one´s low pass filter. Classic. Arturias MS-20 V is the perfect example to showcase how good it gets when technology actually works for us." - Andreas Kleerup (Producer)
"The ms20 has great creative filtering automation and distortion. So much control over parameters, especially with the built in sequencer. It’s excellent for enhancing textures and timbres." - INVT (Producer)
"A very fun, very powerful/flexible filter." - Gearspace
"Having this to pop into software signal chains is brilliant." - Create Digital Music
Features
- Emulated stereo analog filter and distortion effect
- Circuit-accurate modelling with exclusive TAE technology
- Resonant Low Pass, High Pass modes
- Master Cutoff for Band Pass-style functionality
- Stereo offset for widening filtered sounds
- ESP distortion circuit with input filtering
- Switchable routing (Distortion > Filter, Filter > Distortion)
- Output Mix and Level controls
- Envelope Follower
- Function Generator
- 16-Step Sequencer
- Movement macro for attenuating / boosting modulation
- A/B comparison
General
- Compatible across all major DAWs on both Windows and Mac
- Download, manage and organize your plug-in and updates in Arturia Software Center
- Fully scalable GUI fits any screen size for optimized workflow
- MIDI compatible offers real-time control with your favourite keyboard or controller
- Step-by-step in-app tutorials, showing you crucial parameters and tips inside each plug-in
- Powerful preset browser lets you filter, organise and save your favourite presets to recall in any future sessions
Specifications
- Operating system:
- Mac: Mac OS 10.13+
- Windows: Win 10+ (64bit)
- CPU
- Mac: 2.5 GHz CPU or Apple Silicon M1+
- Windows: 2.5 GHz CPU
- Format:
- Mac: Standalone, AU, AAX, NKS, or VST
- Windows: Standalone, NKS, AAX or VST
- Ram: 4GB
- Disk space: 1GB
- Product code: 1200-134