Synthi V captures the essence of the iconic EMS Synthi AKS, a groundbreaking analog synthesizer from 1970s London that played a pivotal role in shaping electronic music. Known for its portable modular design, the original Synthi AKS offered a unique matrix patchbay that enabled complex signal routing and creative sound experimentation. This instrument became a hallmark of psychedelic and sci-fi soundscapes, famously used in classic tracks such as Pink Floyd's "On the Run." Synthi V faithfully recreates this legendary synth while introducing enhancements suited for modern music production.

Built on a detailed component-level model, Synthi V features three oscillators with waveform mixing, an 18 dB/oct resonant filter, and a noise generator, all complemented by an output section with spring reverb emulation. Its modular architecture allows for intricate signal routing and modulation possibilities, including ring modulation, a loopable envelope shaper, and a 2-axis joystick for dynamic control. Additional modules like the sample and hold, and a keyboard sequencer synchronized to the DAW tempo, empower users to create complex, evolving sounds that extend well beyond traditional synthesizer functions.

Synthi V offers two matrix behavior modes to emulate both vintage and modern cross-talk characteristics and supports up to four voices of polyphony. It includes five assignable voltage functions for crafting multi-point envelopes and LFOs synced to your DAW. The advanced joystick automation module enhances modulation in a two-dimensional space, while a comprehensive effects suite featuring reverb, phaser, flanger, chorus, overdrive, and delay further expands creative possibilities. With over 250 factory presets, Synthi V provides a rich palette of sounds ready to inspire producers and musicians alike.