miniBit
8bit Synthesizer
Chiptune Synth
miniBit is an 8-bit/chiptune style synthesizer plugin that emulates the sound of 80s game consoles and retro computers.
It features a main oscillator with 18 waveforms paired with a sub oscillator (a square wave pitched one octave below).
The waveforms are not bandlimited and will produce aliasing. Furthermore, using the built-in bitcrusher, you can create even more noisy and retro sounds.
miniBit also features a synced 8 Steps Stepper/Sequencer with multiple destinations.
From noisy, snare-like steps to ambient subs, miniBit has many uses beyond what one expects from a chiptune synth.
Step Sequencer
miniBit features an 8 steps sequencer that can be used to automate several parameters: pitch, volume, cutoff, resonance, waveform, and downsampling.
Sequencing the waveforms will generate sounds reminiscent of early trackers and wavetable synthesizers.
Each track can also be randomized using the dice buttons on the right.
Custom Waveforms
The Custom Waveform Editor features 32 steps and 8 waveform slots per preset.
You can draw your waveforms by clicking and dragging on the editor. You can also use the built-in examples as a starting point.
Each preset has its own set of custom waveforms, if you want to use a custom wave with another preset you can use the Copy/Paste buttons, or you can disable the Update Custom Waves in the global settings.
To open the Custom Waveform Editor select one of the Custom Waveforms from the Waveform monitor and click on the Editor button.
Classic Consoles
miniBit was inspired by the sound of classic game consoles and retro computers of the 80s and 90s.
For even more 8-bit/chiptune effects, check out our effect plugin miniVerb.
miniBit Demo
Try miniBit for free with some limitations: silence for 3 seconds every 45 seconds, saving disabled.
If you like it, you can purchase a license and then authorize the demo version.
macOS
Requires macOS 10.9 or higher
AU, VST2, VST3, AAX (64bit only)
Windows
Requires Windows 7 or higher
VST2, VST3, AAX (64bit only)
Manual
English
PDF
Specifications
- 18 Waveforms + Custom Waves + Sub Oscillator
- Poly and Mono mode with Glide
- 2-poles LowPass/HighPass Filter
- Pitch and Volume Envelopes
- Delay and BitCrusher effects
- LFO with multiple destinations
- Volume and Pitch Envelopes
- 8 Steps Stepper with multiple destinations
- 128 Presets + Preset randomizer
System Requirements
Windows 7, 8, 10
2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM
VST2, VST3, or AAX (64-bit)
OS X 10.9 – macOS 12
2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM
VST2, VST3, AU, or AAX (64-bit)
Universal 2 Binary
Copy Protection
To activate your plugin you can choose between Online and Offline authorization.
Create an account, log in through the plugin to activate, or download your license file for offline activation.
Activation
1 license up to 3 computers
No iLok
We don’t like dongles
No Internet
No connection required to activate
Changelog
2022/02/09: v1.6.4
- Added: macOS 12 Monterey support (Universal 2 Binary)
- Fixed: Values disappearing randomly in the Step Sequencer
2020/07/30: v1.6.3
- Fixed: Crash when a project time signature is set to 1/8
- Fixed: Issue with the Registration Window resetting itself
2020/07/13: v1.6.2
- Added: New bank “The Chiptune Orchestra” by Fabri with 20 New Presets
- Added: Internal support for left-hand mouse users
- Added: Option to extend the LFO range
- Fixed: Minor graphics glitches
- Fixed: Parameter locks not recalling properly when loading saved projects
2019/12/31: v1.6.1
- Added: macOS 10.15 Catalina support
- Added: Parameter Lock
- Added: Edit Value option for Knobs
- Added: Notification System
- Fixed: LFO Ramp Up/Down Swapped
- Fixed: Step Sequencer Rate not updating correctly on some Hosts
- Fixed: VST3 UI issue on Windows with scaling over 100%
- Improved: Waveform Monitor mouse sensitivity
- Improved: CPU and memory usage
2018/12/14: v1.6
- Added: Custom Wave Editor with 32 steps and 8 waves
- Added: Glide row to Step Sequencer
- Fixed: Sub-Osc Glide Issue
- Fixed: Step Sequencer not retaining values on some Hosts
- Fixed: Random clicks when scrolling through Waveforms
- Improved: Waveform Monitor
2018/09/13: v1.5.1
- Added: Global Volume Boost
- Added: Pitch Bend Range (Up/Down)
- Added: Sequencer Steps Amount
- Added: Online Authorisation Form
- Fixed: Random stuck notes in Pro Tools
- Fixed: Sequencer Waveform track bug
- Fixed: Digital Performer Plugin Validation Error
- Improved: Partial support for Retina/HiDPI displays
2018/04/06: v1.5.0
- Added: Pitch Envelope
- Added: 3 New Waveforms
- Added: LFO wave “Ramp Up”
- Added: Sub Osc Tune
- Added: 75+ New Presets
- Added: VST3 plugin format
- Added: Global option – Resizable Window
- Fixed: Bypass noise in Pro Tools
- Improved: Redesigned GUI
- Improved: Stability and CPU usage
- Improved: LFO sync
- Improved: Delay parameter smoothness
- Improved: Preset Browser with sub-categories
- Improved: MIDI Learn
2016/05/25: v1.2.0
- Fixed a bug causing some saved projects to crash on loading
- Improved CPU optimization
2015/04/09: v1.1.5
- Added HighPass filter
- Fixed stepper sync problems when changing project sample rate
2015/01/26: v1.1.0
- Added Stepper with multiple destinations
- Added 3 new Waveforms
- Added 20 new Presets
- Fixed silence in Mono instance