ShockWave is a monophonic synthesizer crafted for dynamic sound design and deep sonic exploration. It features dual Phase Distortion oscillators capable of producing a wide range of tones, from pure sine waves to rich sawtooth and square waves, along with resonance and sync sweeps, filtered noise, and more. The synth's semi-modular architecture allows for extensive modulation possibilities, making it ideal for creating complex and evolving sounds.

Beyond the core synthesizer voice, ShockWave includes a robust control section with two 8-step sequencers that can operate independently or merge into a 16-step sequence with adjustable rates and lengths. Additional modules such as sample & hold, trigger dividers, logic comparisons, and probability gates introduce controlled randomness and intricate rhythmic variations. Modulation sources include dual tempo-synced LFOs with multiple waveforms and two ASR envelopes that can be triggered from various internal modules or linked together for advanced patching.

ShockWave also offers built-in delay and reverb effects with send controls that can be modulated, enhancing the spatial dimension of your sounds. Its comprehensive MIDI implementation supports single-channel MPE, aftertouch, custom CC mappings, and outputs note and control change messages for controlling external gear or chaining multiple instances. With a user-friendly modulation setup and an intuitive X-Ray mode that displays active modulations, ShockWave provides a powerful environment for modular-style synthesis within a standalone or plugin format.