DUNE 3

Windows · Mac

Freedom report

One barScore 4.9

Free tierNo free tier on record
Open codeNo open-source code on record
Runs widely2 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

DUNE 3 is ranked #24 of 34 in software synthesizers on Freedom251. It runs on macOS, Windows. There is no free plan. A free trial is offered.

DUNE 3 plans and pricing

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DUNE 3 Not published The product page says “199,00 €”; the shop link redirected to an empty cart, so the live checkout price could not be confirmed · One single-user license · Electronic delivery synapse-audio.com · 7 Oct 2026

Compared on software synthesizers

Free plan: No
Synthesis engine: analog_modeling
Plugin formats: VST2, VST3, Audio Unit, AAX
Standalone app: No
Supported platforms: windows_macos
Included presets: 1,000 presets
MPE support: Yes

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The record

Product: DUNE 3 is a software synthesizer that builds on the DUNE 2 synthesizer.
Synthesis: It supports virtual analog, wavetable, and FM synthesis.
Sound library: The full version includes more than 1,000 patches and is patch-compatible with DUNE 2.
Filters: It has a dual multimode filter with serial or parallel routing, a Balance control, and zero-delay feedback filter types.
Arpeggiators: Its two independently programmable arpeggiators support classic patterns, sequences, MIDI file playback, Random mode, and Arp Hold.
Wavetable editing: The wavetable editor supports drawing, partial editing, formulas, and WAV import and export.
Audio file support: Since version 3.4, oscillator 3 can load mono or stereo WAV files at 16, 24, or 32-bit depth and 44.1–192 kHz sample rates.
Effects: DUNE 3 includes two master effects buses with nine effects each, plus effect algorithms such as distortion, chorus, phaser, EQ, delay, and reverb.
Formats: The product is available as VST2, VST3, Audio Unit, and AAX plug-ins.
Host requirements: The page specifies a 64-bit compatible host and a 2.5 GHz quad-core CPU or better; Pro Tools 11 or higher is required for AAX.
Operating systems: The product page lists Windows 7 SP1 or later and macOS 10.14 or later; the FAQ says Synapse Audio plugins do not support Linux or other platforms.
Integration: DUNE 3 supports Native Instruments NKS and is compatible with Maschine and Komplete Kontrol S-Series keyboards.
Trial: Synapse Audio offers downloadable PC and Mac trial versions; its FAQ says trials usually expire after 30 days and may prevent saving settings.
Privacy and payments: Synapse Audio says its website uses SSL, and that Cleverbridge processes purchases while payment data is not stored on its servers.

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Software Synthesizers in 2026#24 of 34

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Sources

synapse-audio.com/dune3.html· checked 7 Oct 2026
synapse-audio.com/faqs.html· checked 7 Oct 2026
synapse-audio.com/privacy.html· checked 7 Oct 2026
synapse-audio.com/contactus.html· checked 7 Oct 2026