Element 2.0 Virtual Analog Synth

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Element 2.0 is an analog-style polyphonic instrument designed to deliver the fat, warm sounds of classic analog synths, with all the precision, flexibility and control of a cutting-edge software instrument.

The first synthesizer to take advantage of the next generation of Waves’ Virtual Voltage technology, Element 2.0 includes a vast array of convenient features and functions, including five integrated effects, a 16-step sequencer, MIDI learn for all controls, and a massive, fully tweakable preset library.

All Element 2.0 parameters are laid out right there in front of you—so when inspiration strikes, there’s no need to scroll through page after page in order to customize your sounds. Searing leads, gritty basses, lush pads, electro-percussion, sequential motions, mind-blowing FX and lots more—Element 2.0 has it all. Perfect for the studio and for live performances.

High-resolution oscillators and analog envelope behavior
Filters with zero-delay feedback
Effects include delay, reverb, distortion, chorus and two distinct crushers
Keep the legacy: choose between Element 1 and Element 2 modes at the click of a button
16-step sequencer with Hold and Retrigger modes that can be used as a modulation source
Use as a plugin or as a standalone application
NKS-ready for NI Komplete Kontrol and Maschine

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Oct 13, 2013

Element Nominated for a 2013 TEC Award

The Element Synthesizer has been nominated for the 2013 Technical Excellence & Creativity (TEC) Award for Outstanding Technical Achievement in the category of Musical Instrument Technology/Software.

Jan 03, 2013

Yoad Nevo on the Element Synthesizer

In addition to his successful career as a producer/engineer for such artists as Air, Goldfrapp and Pet Shop Boys, Yoad is also is a longtime Waves developer and was instrumental in the creation of Element.

Morgan Page DJ, Producer, Remixer

Madonna, Katy Perry, Tegan & Sara

“Waves Element is a great synth that delivers both versatility and simplicity. No sub-menus – just a clear workflow and lots of knobs!”

Junior Sanchez DJ, Producer, Remixer

Daft Punk, Madonna, Katy Perry

“Waves Element is a powerful and creative two-oscillator synth with super-analog sound. Whether you program it yourself or use a preset, this synth is sure to inspire your creativity and be a huge part of your process!”

Jason Nevins DJ, Producer, Composer, Programmer, Mixer, Re-mixer

Katy Perry, Flo Rida, Cee Lo Green, Madonna

“Element is an amazing ‘out-of-the-box’ synth. It’s a tweaker’s dream, but it also has incredible preset sounds that you don’t have to do a thing to. It’s perfect for any style. The quality and texture make it a go-to synth when you need a sound to stand out a bit more or cut through the mix.”

Jordan Rudess Keyboardist, Composer

Dream Theater

“This is gonna be awesome on the new Dream Theater album. Within no more than two minutes of playing Element, I knew that it was really great! The quality of the oscillators and filters, along with the depth of the modulation parameters, make it really top-class.”

Drumsound & Bassline Smith DJs, Producers, Mixers, Re-mixers

Utah Saints, Jeff Wayne, DJ Fresh

“Element is fantastic at recreating the beautiful warmth and depth you only get from classic analog gear. There are lots of inspiring presets, too, which have really helped us explore Element to its full potential.”

Jo A Musician, Songwriter, Producer, Engineer

Wiz Khalifa, Akon, Maître Gims, Black M

“Waves Element is a very pleasant and polyvalent synth! It emulates perfectly the warmth of an analog synth, which is a rare and very precious feature. As a fan of 80s sounds and synthesizers, I think Element is amazing. It’s a very tweakable tool that lets me bring into my productions the power and feeling of retro 80s synths.”

Autodafeh Electronic Artists

Hunt For Glory, re:lectro, Identity Unknown

“Waves Element is a great synth for synth-pop. You can get anything from a great-sounding programmable ARP to a very funky special-sounding synth line. It’s also very easy to use – you can sketch up a song in minutes!”

Kris Menace Producer, Remixer

Depeche Mode, Robbie Williams, Moby, LCD Soundsystem

“The Element synth is brilliantly simple and ridiculously powerful. Easy interface with fantastic sound. I personally love the ARP functions. One of my favorite software synths ever!”

Brian Trifon Composer, Sound Designer, Producer, Remixer

Halo Wars 2, Massive Chalice, Finishing Move Inc., Trifonic

“I really like the simplicity of Element’s one-page interface and the depth of the mod matrix. It's very easy to use and to understand at a glance. The sine mod, FM and phase mod on the oscillators let me easily dial in a wide range of timbres.”

BJ Composer, Session Musician, Producer

Cirque Du Soleil, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Balu

“The Element synth gives me a world of sounds that range from the most tender pad to the most fantastically annoying distorted lead. Even for high profile projects, I almost always find myself going back to this one.”

Dave Darlington Composer, Recording, Mixing & Mastering Engineer

Avicii, David Guetta, Sting, Oz

“When I need warm analog sounds to fatten up a track, I reach for Waves Element. The layout is elegant and makes me feel like I'm tweaking an actual analog hardware synth. The sound is so rich you'll imagine you're feeling heat from the virtual circuitry!”

Thom Russo Producer / Engineer

Michael Jackson, Maná, Tom Morello

“Waves Element has become my go-to workhorse for nearly all keyboard applications, be it thick pads, uber-interesting arepeggiators, or ripping synth bass tones. I use it not only for production, but also to generate new ideas for songs... Love it!”

James Sanger Producer, Studio Musician, Programmer, Mixer, Songwriter

U2, Keane, Phil Collins, Dido

“Really cool instrument, like the old-style modular sequencers. I really like the way Element is set out. You can get deeply into it, but at the same time keep a good overall view of the patch you’re working on.”