Hear the creative potential of SEM-Filter, and be inspired

We’ve created a few audio demos to let you hear the power of this awesome, versatile filter; examples that will hopefully fire your creativity and spark your imagination. 

Although we’ve kept the fun, instant, and accessible design of the original synth alive in SEM-Filter, we’ve also included dozens of presets for you to be inspired by. Created by our award-winning sound design team, each one has been crafted to show off the best elements of SEM-Filter, and are instantly usable in your tracks. You’ll also find they’re a great starting point for creating your own unique filter sounds and effects.

Vintage tone combined with powerful contemporary features

Bringing that inimitable SEM filter tone back to life is a miracle in itself, but we wanted to push the envelope. Pun intended.

Able to bring another dimension to whatever audio source you choose, the story of our reworked SEM architecture started in 2012, when we released SEM V; our analog modelled, virtual emulation of the classic. Through component analysis and the advanced techniques of our TAE technology, we were able to reproduce not only the filter, but every aspect of the original instrument in software. A hit as part of our V Collection, we couldn’t help but wonder what SEM’s filter would be capable of as a standalone plugin.

Once we isolated its VCF, we added some contemporary functionality that launch this iconic filter straight into the 21st century. Every aspect of SEM-Filter, including all of the modern additions, are all controllable via MIDI CC, so should your DAW allow it, you’ll be able to control and perform using SEM-Filter in your live sets, too! Speaking of the additions, let’s take a look at what we added to this cult synth icon:

Noise Oscillator

The effect of any filter becomes more dramatic when you add noise, so we included a noise oscillator to let you add as little or as much as you like to your signal.

Soft clipping

The original SEM circuitry could be driven into saturation with the right settings, and we’ve made the process even easier. Turn soft clipping on, and push the input gain, and you’ll get some sweet analog saturation.

Gate sequencer & mod sources 

The new, easy to program gate sequencer lets you trigger or retrigger the envelope and LFO mod sources. This can be used to create vibrant, animated filter sequences, or subtle, undulating effects.

Simple Mod Matrix 

To add a little bit of creative versatility to SEM-Filter, we included a concise modulation matrix, letting you get creative and explore sound design potential never possible with the original.