Download AdsynDX
Save or run this 4.82MB, digitally-signed self-extracting file to
install the program.
AdsynDX
is a sound synthesis application for Windows XP. It creates audio waveforms using the methods of Additive Synthesis,
constructing complex sounds by adding together simpler waveforms (usually sine waves) of various frequencies and amplitudes.
There are many
online
resources about Additive Synthesis, and
AdsynDX has comprehensive
documentation
with tutorials, a full technical description and an introduction to basic sound theory.
The following examples of sounds created with
AdsynDX demonstrate some of its capabilities.
Examples
These are recordings of some of AdsynDX's built-in preset sounds;
the presets can be used as starting points when constructing your own sounds.
Features:
AdsynDX allows an unlimited number of partials (subject to memory constraints),
and (with a suitable soundcard) can create mono or stereo waves at sample-rates up to 96 KHz.
New sounds can be based on comprehensive presets and templates.
Partials can be based on sine, fractional (1/f distribution) or random wave-table data, and on white and pink noise.
Partials can be harmonic (i.e. integer multiples of the fundamental frequency), or inharmonic (producing non-musical or bell-like tones).
Each partial’s amplitude is controlled by a fully-editable envelope, and a mixer section allows easy control of the partial mix.
In 2-channel (stereo) waves, the partials on each channel can be detuned, and the phase of each channel adjusted, to create dynamic stereo effects.
Create partial sets based on an FFT analysis of an existing audio (.wav) file,
or from a recording source connected to the soundcard.
Audio output can be saved as standard RIFF audio (.wav) data.
System requirements:
Windows XP SP2
Microsoft DirectX 8.0 or later
Soundcard with appropriate DirectX drivers
Installation:
Use the link at the top of this page to download the file AdsynDX_install_v101.exe, a 4.82MB, digitally-signed, self-extracting and installing compressed file.
Run the downloaded file to install AdsynDX on your computer. (Note that you must have
Administrator's rights in Windows XP). The software can be uninstalled using "Add/Remove Programs" from Windows Control Panel.
Registration and licensing:
AdsynDX is released as a fully functional trial version
that you are allowed to use for an evaluation period of up to fifteen days.
If you then decide to continue using the program, you should register your copy of the software
and purchase a licence. The licence entitles you to technical support, and to free upgrades to
the program as and when these become available. There are two ways to obtain a licence:
With the program running, select
Registration from the
Help menu.
Clicking on
Register now will take you to the secure server at
RegSoft.com.
An individual licence, costing $US25.00, can be purchased there.
Alternatively, you can purchase an individual licence, costing GBP13.00, using your PayPal account
or credit card, by clicking the PayPal button below.
In either case, after your payment is approved, you will be sent an email containing
your registration code. This code should be entered into the Registration dialog,
accessed from the program's Help/Registration menu. This will unlock the program,
enabling all its functionality and removing all reminder warnings.
Notes:
AdsynDX was designed for Windows XP. A Vista-compatible version is currently under development.
The downloadable installation file is digitally signed by Andrew Bridle Computer Services. Unsigned copies of the software should not be installed.