What is PolyKB II?
PolyKB II is a VA (virtual-analog) synthesizer plugin that accurately emulates the rare early-1980s French RSF PolyKobol. The PolyKobol is legendary for its distinctive, unusual sound. Throughout this in-depth Xils-Lab PolyKB II review, I’ll tell you about PolyKB’s rich, authentic analog tone. Moreover, it captures the character of the original French synthesizer while adding modern conveniences for contemporary workflows.
Here are some key characteristics:
- Morphable analog oscillators – This is the iconic feature inherited from the original RSF PolyKobol, allowing unique oscillator morphing capabilities
- Polyphonic operation – Unlike many vintage emulations, it supports multiple notes simultaneously
- Enhanced modulation section – Significantly upgraded compared to the original hardware
- Improved graphical user interface – Modernized visual design for easier workflow
- Four built-in effects – High-quality effects processing included
