Quanta 2 is a granular synthesizer plugin that loads audio samples and can produce up to 100 simultaneous grains per voice. It accepts AIFF, WAV, Broadcast WAV, FLAC, MP3, and Ogg audio across sample rates, bit depths, and channel configurations. Its sound sources combine the grain engine with two virtual analog oscillators and noise, alongside dual filters that can run in series or parallel. Modulation options include four envelope generators with up to 99 steps each, two LFOs, sample and hold, and four assignable macros; built-in effects include chorus, stereo dual delay, and reverb. It supports MPE controllers, MTS-ESP microtuning, and TUN-format tuning tables. Desktop versions are available as VST3, AU, AAX, and CLAP; the iPhone and iPad version is AUv3 and is sold separately. The desktop license is 99.00 USD per once, with no subscription or DRM. A free trial is available: the demo is fully functional, but sessions are limited to 20 minutes and saving is disabled. A 2026 update added real-time recording and additional filter modes.
Who it is for
Quanta 2 suits musicians looking for a sample-based granular instrument with modulation, filters, and built-in effects. It may also suit users working with MPE controllers or the listed tuning systems.
What is good
- Generates up to 100 grains per voice.
- Accepts six listed sample formats.
- Includes two oscillators, noise, and dual filters.
- Supports MPE and multiple tuning options.
- Free demo is fully functional.
What to know first
- Demo sessions have a 20-minute timer.
- Saving is disabled in the demo.
- iOS version is a separate purchase.
- Desktop license costs 99.00 USD per once.
Verdict
Quanta 2 pairs granular sample playback with additional sound sources, modulation, filters, and effects. The demo lets users explore its functions but limits session length and disables saving; the iOS edition is purchased separately.
Quanta 2 plans and pricing
All plansCompared on sound design software
- Free plan
- No
- Standalone app
- Yes
