An open-source synthesizer plugin that creates music by drawing 3D objects, text, and images on an oscilloscope using audio.
Osci-render is an open-source audio plugin and synthesizer that generates music by rendering visual objects—like 3D models, SVG images, and text—on an oscilloscope using audio signals. It solves the problem of creating oscilloscope music by providing a programmable environment where visuals directly produce sound, enabling unique audiovisual compositions. The plugin works within Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) or as a standalone app, offering real-time scripting and effects.
Musicians, audio producers, and visual artists interested in experimental sound design, oscilloscope music, and audiovisual performances. It's particularly suited for those using DAWs who want to integrate visual-driven synthesis into their workflows.
Developers choose Osci-render for its unique approach to audiovisual synthesis, combining scriptable visuals with professional audio plugin standards. Its open-source nature, Lua scripting capability, and seamless DAW integration offer flexibility and creativity unmatched by typical synthesizers.
〰📺🔊 Synthesiser audio plugin for making music by drawing objects on an oscilloscope using audio.
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Supports .obj files, SVG images, text, and Blender scenes, enabling varied visual inputs for audio synthesis, as demonstrated in the GIFs showing animated Blender scenes and vector graphics.
Embedded Lua scripting allows custom visuals and audio effects with real-time editing in the code editor, enabling unique audiovisual creations without predefined limits.
Full VST/AU plugin compatibility with parameter automation and MIDI control, seamlessly fitting into Digital Audio Workstations for studio production, as shown in the Reaper project demo.
Includes effects like Bit Crush and Distortion with adjustable parameters and real-time modulation, enhancing creative control over sound and visuals, illustrated in the effects GIF.
The README has TODOs for Windows and macOS build instructions, making self-compilation challenging for developers wanting to modify or contribute to the source code.
Blender integration requires installing an add-on and baking line art, adding multiple steps and potential compatibility issues, which can be daunting for users new to 3D software.
Primarily designed for oscilloscope music, limiting its appeal for general audio synthesis tasks where visual output is not a priority, reducing its versatility compared to mainstream synths.