Rayblaster 3

A radically different sound generation

RayBlaster 3.5 unveils a dimension of sounds previously unattainable with other synthesizers. The Impulse Modeling Synthesis represents a fundamentally different approach to sound design.

Instead of traditional oscillator and filter structures, RayBlaster uses a convolution-based method called Impulse Modeling Synthesis (IMS). Short impulse fragments are layered and processed into complex, highly musical sounds with exceptional clarity and movement.

The result is a sonic universe defined by precision, depth and expressive character, distinct from conventional synthesis approaches.

Features

• Impulse Modeling Synthesis (IMS) with a distinctive, instantly recognizable sound character

• Over 1,100 professionally designed factory sounds, fully revised and improved

• 50 new sounds added in version 3.5

• Reduced aliasing across all sample rates

• Higher sound quality at 88.2 / 176 kHz with up to 20 dB less aliasing

• Increased FFT precision for more accurate waveform resampling

• More precise impulse interpolation for cleaner sound generation

• True stereo synthesis engine with wide spatial depth

• Extended sonic range from tight digital tones to evolving textures

• Modular effects section with 44 stereo effects and drag & drop modulation routing

• Factory library with refined consistency and structure

• Soundsets and tutorials color-coded in the patch browser (blue / grey)

• Patch browser with scrollbar support for categories

• High-DPI interface with 22 scalable sizes and support for up to 8K UHD (Retina / WQHD / 4K / 5K / 8K)

• Faster GUI animations and higher layout precision

• Workflow oriented toward direct and intuitive operation

What is Impulse Modeling Synthesis?

Impulse Modeling Synthesis (IMS) is a convolution-based approach that constructs sound from short impulse responses instead of traditional waveforms.

These impulses are layered, analyzed and dynamically processed to form complex sonic structures with high stability and musical depth. The method avoids typical detuning artifacts and enables detailed and expressive sound design.

Sounds

RayBlaster 3.5 includes a factory library of over 1,100 presets covering arpeggios, rhythmic textures, vocals and cinematic soundscapes. The content is organized into clearly defined categories for efficient navigation and workflow. An additional 50 presets are integrated into the existing library structure.

Modulation

RayBlaster 3.5 provides a flexible modulation system with drag & drop routing and a deep modulation matrix. Almost all parameters can be modulated at audio rate using LFOs, envelopes, step sequencers and MIDI sources. MIDI Learn is available via right-click assignment for fast controller mapping.

Effects

RayBlaster 3.5 features 44 stereo effects with defined processing characteristics and extensive routing options. Reverb types include Ultra, Big, Infinite, Trance, Band and Glass, designed for spatial depth and tonal density. Delay-based effects such as Delay, PingPong, MultiTap, Band and Diffuse operate with reduced detuning behavior. EQ processing uses 64-bit coefficient calculation for higher precision, while selected modes follow a smoother upper-midrange response. Per-voice distortion is integrated into the synthesis engine, and the overall effects chain maintains consistent stereo depth and clarity across all modules.

Waveforms, Samples & Resynthesis

RayBlaster 3.5 supports the import of external waveforms and filter characteristics, real-time waveform morphing and resynthesis of short audio material such as vocals, loops and drums. Tempo-synced control allows flexible manipulation of pitch, timing and timbre.

Mac: 

• macOS 10.12 or higher
• 64-bit
• Native support for Apple Silicon

Windows:

• Windows 7 or higher
• 64-bit