The is a professional-grade software reimagining of the iconic Casio CZ-1 and CZ-101 synthesizers, which were famous for their unique "Phase Distortion" (PD) synthesis in the 1980s. This specific version provides macOS users with a faithful component-level emulation of the original hardware, while significantly expanding its sonic capabilities for modern music production. Core Synthesis & Sound Engine
: Requires macOS 10.13 or later. It is compatible with both Intel Core i5 (5th gen+) and Apple Silicon processors. Arturia CZ V v1.3.2.1320 [OSX]
The heart of the CZ V is its reverse-engineered phase distortion engine, designed to be more intuitive than standard FM synthesis while offering a similar digital edge. The is a professional-grade software reimagining of the
: Four effects slots that can be routed in series or per synthesis line, featuring high-quality reverb, chorus, phaser, and delay. It is compatible with both Intel Core i5
: Features two independent signal lines (DCO, DCW, and DCA), each with its own envelopes for complex layering.