Voltage Modular
Voltage Modular is a virtual modular synthesis platform for building and playing synthesizer patches.
What Voltage Modular is
Voltage Modular is a virtual modular synthesis platform for building and playing synthesizer patches. Its patching tools include unlimited cables per jack, cable buses, unlimited patch variations, and optional automatic module alignment. Audio processing uses 64-bit double-precision math, with module processes running at zero latency on individual samples. The I/O Panel records its main left and right outputs as 32-bit floating-point audio files, and the in-app browser can install purchased modules and sound presets. It runs as a standalone app on macOS and Windows and as a plug-in: macOS supports AU, VST2, VST3, and Pro Tools AAX; Windows supports VST2, VST3, and Pro Tools AAX. The free 30-day trial is otherwise unlimited but periodically plays white noise. Activation requires a Cherry Audio account and internet connection, though the software can be used offline after installation. Voltage Modular Software and Nucleus are free; Ignite costs $15, paid once, and Core + Electro Drums costs $29, paid once.
Good
- Unlimited cables per jack and patch variations
- Records output as 32-bit floating-point audio
- Standalone MIDI controller support
- Free Software and Nucleus plans
Watch out
- Trial periodically plays white noise
- Activation requires an account and internet connection
- Windows does not list AU support
Who it suits
It suits people interested in synthesizers, music production, and exploring sound, especially those who want to build patches. Standalone MIDI controller support and multiple plug-in formats may suit different studio setups.
Verdict
Voltage Modular combines flexible patch building with standalone and plug-in use on macOS and Windows. The free plans offer a way to start, while expanded modules and presets are available through one-time purchases.
Plans and prices
From Voltage Modular's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage Modular Nucleus | Free | 20+ modules · 176 presets |
| Voltage Modular Software | Free | Windows and macOS; standalone and plug-in versions |
| Voltage Modular Ignite | $15, paid once | 40+ modules · 296 presets |
| Voltage Modular Core + Electro Drums | $29, paid once | Voltage Modular Core (90+ modules) · Electro Drums (15 modules) · 551 Core presets · 94 Electro Drums presets |
The facts
Each one read from Voltage Modular's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Activation
- A Cherry Audio account and an internet connection are required to activate the software; the user guide says an internet connection is needed during initial installation of the app, modules, and presets.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Expansion
- Users can purchase and automatically install modules and sound presets through the in-app module browser.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- Cherry Audio describes its instruments as intended for people passionate about synthesizers, music production, and sonic exploration.checked 8 Oct 2026
- MIDI and audio I/O
- The standalone app supports MIDI controllers and lets users select audio inputs and outputs in Settings.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Patch workflow
- The software supports unlimited cables per jack, cable buses, unlimited patch variations, and optional automatic module alignment.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Plugin formats
- On macOS it supports AU, VST2, VST3, and Pro Tools AAX; on Windows it supports VST2, VST3, and Pro Tools AAX, as well as standalone use on both systems.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy and security
- Cherry Audio's privacy policy, last updated October 3, 2018, describes server encryption, firewall protection, and SSL transmission for sensitive information; it also says its hosting providers maintain SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Product
- Voltage Modular is a virtual modular synthesis platform for building and playing modular synthesizer patches.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Recording
- The I/O Panel includes recording that generates 32-bit floating-point audio files from its main left and right outputs.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Sound processing
- Its audio processing uses 64-bit double-precision math, and module processes are zero-latency and operate on individual samples.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The user guide directs users to Cherry Audio's forums and technical support team for help.checked 8 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Offline use and device limit
- The user guide says the software can be used offline after installation and is licensed for up to four computers, which users can manage through their accounts.checked 8 Oct 2026
Money
- Trial
- The free 30-day trial is otherwise unlimited but periodically plays white noise.checked 8 Oct 2026
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