SynthMaster 3

At a glance

• Editor score
  6.2 / 10
• Pricing
  Paid
• Best for
  Broad synthesis at a moderate one-time price
• Free plan
  No
• Paid from
  $99 one-time
• Primary workflow
  Modular
• Founded
  2004
• Facts checked
  20 Sep 2026

• Where it wins

  • Supports wavetable, granular, additive, FM and sample playback synthesis
  • Provides up to 16 layers with per-layer modulation, sequencing and arpeggiation
  • Includes VST2, VST3, AudioUnits and AAX plugin formats

• Where it doesn't

  • The product is paid, with a listed price of $99 one time
  • The downloadable demo stops working after 30 minutes
  • The documented standalone version is for Windows

Our verdict on SynthMaster 3

SynthMaster 3 is a modular software synthesizer for producers, composers and sound designers who want several synthesis methods inside one instrument. Its architecture supports up to 16 layers per instance, combining wavetable, granular, additive, FM and sample playback with generators, filters, waveshapers, effects and modulation sources. The product runs on Windows and macOS as plug-in software, with a standalone version documented for Windows.

According to the vendor's pricing page, SynthMaster 3 costs $99 one time. The published plan includes modular architecture, VST2, VST3, AudioUnits and AAX formats, 3150 factory presets, a multisample editor, and waveform and wavetable editors. The product also includes a preset browser with filtering and NKS preview support, plus WAV and AIFF import for multisample creation. That combination gives the single paid plan a wide scope for both preset-based work and custom sound design.

Its main strength is depth across different synthesis workflows rather than a narrow focus. Layer-based envelopes, LFOs and scaler sources can shape each layer, while per-layer arpeggiators and sequencers add pattern-focused control. The editors and sample import tools extend the instrument beyond preset playback. SynthMaster 3 suits users who want one synthesizer for layered patches, electronic sound design and sample-based textures. Users seeking a free instrument, a short-term evaluation beyond the 30-minute demo limit, or a standalone workflow documented for macOS should look elsewhere.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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