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W.A. Production’s Babylon 2: A Deep Dive Into the Enhanced Wavetable Synthesizer [Review]

An objective review of how Babylon 2, the Ultimate Wavetable plug-in, aims to enhance music producers’ creativity.

Babylon 2 is the successor to the original Babylon, created by WA Production a few years ago. The sound quality and simplicity of the original Babylon synth were an instant hit with users, and after receiving much positive feedback, WA Production finally developed a version with enhanced features. Babylon 2 retains the single-page simplicity of its predecessor while introducing a renewed focus on multi-voice oscillators and morphing wavetables. The WA Production team has added improved filters and upgraded effects, plus unprecedented control over modulation, arpeggiation, tuning, and much more. This update by WA Production is a powerhouse of wavetable synthesis, just like its predecessor. Upon first opening the synth, users are immediately greeted by the newly designed UI. WA Production has completely redesigned the interface with a one-page synth programming concept. Babylon 2 not only boasts a new UI but also incorporates many new features, making it more powerful than ever. Like the previous version, Babylon 2 features three wavetable oscillators with RM/FM/AM capabilities, a noise generator, a multimode filter, envelopes, LFOs, and more.

All the original Babylon features are available in Babylon 2. Furthermore, we will explore many new features in this article.

Feature Outlook:

The Version 2 introduces a bunch of new features and enhancements. It includes feature-rich dual main oscillators offering new Multi and Quad modes, an innovative wavetable creator, an advanced filter section, an arpeggiator with intelligent pattern generation, upgraded modulators, and a comprehensive effects suite. Babylon 2 can produce virtually any sound imaginable, whether you’re creating intricate soundscapes, powerful leads, deep basslines, atmospheric pads, dynamic drums, or complex sound effects. This versatile plugin empowers users of all skill levels to achieve creative results with ease.

The key features of the wavetable synth are:

Advanced Oscillators
Wavetable Editor
Enhanced Filters and Effects
Modulation Capabilities
Microtonal Tuning and Scale Helper
Arpeggiator
FX Suite

The plugin comes with 858 factory presets, covering a wide range from arpeggios to effects and drums. Babylon 2’s multi-voice oscillators offer traditional stereo unison and detuning capabilities, along with innovative new modes. Users can easily create, modify, or import WAV files for unlimited creative freedom. The plugin features an extensive range of filter types, including SVF, IIR, and Bi-quad filters, as well as classic and experimental options. The effects section includes eight audio processors: Distortion, Lo-Fi, Filter, Phaser, Chorus, EQ, Delay, Reverb, and a Soft Limiter. The tuning and scale feature allows for precise adjustment of individual notes. The dual Oscillator offers diverse sources such as Single, Multi, Quad, and W-Lab, with a Wave control panel, Pitch, Mod, and Unison options. The plugin also includes a new intelligent multimode arpeggiator with a pattern generator and enhanced modulation options. WA Production has significantly expanded the capabilities of this powerful synth, making it a valuable addition to any producer’s virtual instrument collection.

Is it worth upgrading to this version of Babylon?

Indeed. The previous version had a similar interface, but it was relatively basic and lacked the preset section. The latest version, Babylon 2, introduced by WA Production, is significantly more comprehensive and allows for the exploration of a wide range of features. What sets this plugin apart is its intuitive control panel, which enables you to adjust and fine-tune individual notes with precision. There are no major drawbacks to this plugin; it can be used as a sample source or a drum machine in various music genres, from tech house to dubstep. It works seamlessly with different types of instruments and beats. To truly understand its potential, we recommend trying it out for yourself and experiencing the creative freedom that Babylon 2 offers. Its versatility and depth make it a valuable tool for music producers across multiple genres.

W.A. Production Babylon 2 is available now for a price of $99. There is a launch sale on Babylon2 as well that can be found on the webstore. Existing users of Babylon 1 can upgrade to version 2 for $9.90.

Babylon 2 runs as a VST3, AU, and AAX plugin on macOS (native Apple Silicon + Intel) and Windows.

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