Ableton releases Operator

, a new software synthesizer instrument optimized for use inside Live 4, Ableton's realtime music production platform. Operator brings an eclectic spectrum of sonic possibilities and musical inspiration with the "fusion of depth and usability, allowing even the most complex sounds to be created quickly. Whether you long for evolving synthetic textures, rich expressive leads, gritty percussion, rhythmic atmospheres or anything in between, Operator has the cure." It features a set of highly varied and musical presets, sorted by category as well as two intuitive macro controls ('Time' and 'Tone') that can be used to modify the overall characteristics of the sound, handling complex operations through a single action. It runs on Live 4.1 and costs $150.

by MacNN Staff