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ANA 2 vs RAPID
Both stand on software synthesizers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Choose ANA 2.5 if you want a DAW synthesizer with wavetable tools, multisamplers, effects and a large preset collection. Look elsewhere if you need a standalone app or do not want to pay the one-time 84.00 GBP price.
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RAPID offers layered synthesis, a sizable listed sound library, and an additional effects plugin in the full version. The demo has time and use restrictions, while the paid license costs €179.99, paid once.
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| ANA 2 | RAPID | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | ANA 2.5: £84, paid once | RAPID Synthesizer: €179.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | sonicacademy.com | parawave-audio.com |
| On software synthesizers | #14 of 38 | #18 of 38 |
ANA 2: what it does well
- Combines six voices, three wavetable oscillators and three multisamplers.
- Includes a 64-step polyphonic arpeggiator and Chord Memory Device.
- Provides 26 FX units and 500 presets with assignable macros.
- Supports custom wavetable imports from synthesizers or NODE.
- Available for macOS and Windows in multiple plugin formats.
What to know first
- Requires a DAW because it is not a standalone app.
- The one-time price is 84.00 GBP.
- Demo downloads require registration or sign-in.
RAPID: what it does well
- Eight layers combine wavetables, multisamples, and granular synthesis.
- Lists more than 660 presets.
- Supports VST 2, VST 3, and Audio Unit.
- Full version includes the RAPID FX plugin.
- Future updates are included.
What to know first
- No standalone app.
- Demo cannot save presets and restarts after 20 minutes.
- Demo is limited to personal and review purposes.
- Activation requires a serial number and online activation.