Abyss 2

What Abyss 2 is

ABYSS 2 is a synthesizer plugin for musicians and creative sound design. It builds evolving sounds from tone colours arranged on a gradient. Drop samples onto the gradient to extract spectral tone colours, or use audio files and folders to make custom palettes. Its library includes 400+ presets, with 200+ entirely new and 200+ upgraded. A modular effects engine provides four slots and 20 modules, and a poly-rhythmic sequencer adds rhythmic control. The plugin supports MPE and comes in AU, VST3, and AAX formats for macOS and Windows. It runs as a plugin rather than a standalone app, with a workflow centered on DAW parameter automation instead of MIDI Learn.

A free trial can be started without an email address or registration. After three days, trial mode adds occasional mild vinyl-like crackle. Trial activation uses a serial number inside the plugin, without separate software. Direct purchases are handled by FastSpring, which emails a serial number; the maker also offers purchases through Tracktion. A purchased plugin can be activated on up to three computers. The maker identifies Peter as the person behind Dawesome’s instruments and is based in Hamburg, Germany.

Who it suits

ABYSS 2 suits musicians and sound designers who want to build evolving sounds from tone colours, samples, or custom palettes. It is a fit for macOS or Windows users working in a compatible AU, VST3, or AAX host, especially those who use MPE or DAW parameter automation.

Limits

There is no free plan. The free trial adds occasional mild vinyl-like crackle after three days; a purchased plugin can be activated on up to three computers.

Getting started

1. Visit the ABYSS 2 product page.
2. Choose the free trial to begin without email or registration.
3. Use the serial number inside the plugin to activate trial mode.
4. Install or open it in a compatible AU, VST3, or AAX host on macOS or Windows.
5. For a purchase, use FastSpring or Tracktion; FastSpring emails a serial number.

Verdict

Choose ABYSS 2 if its gradient sound design, sample-derived palettes, and included effects and sequencing suit your music workflow. The trial lets you explore it without registration, though its post-three-day crackle and plugin-only format may not suit every setup. Check your host and preferred automation method before buying.