PS-20 is a 16-voice polyphonic synthesizer from Cherry Audio that recreates the dual highpass and lowpass filter architecture of the Korg MS-20 with a modular-style patch panel.
PS-20 at a glance
| Developer | Cherry Audio |
|---|---|
| Type | Instruments / Synth |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone |
| Operating systems | Windows 7 or later, macOS 13 or later |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| RAM | 8 GB or more |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €28.76 |
What PS-20 does
The filters are modelled on the classic MS-style highpass and lowpass circuits, and the developer describes the modelling as super accurate. The instrument offers up to 16 voices of polyphony, with random voice panning available. A single-key chord memory mode and a three-channel, eight-step sequencer with 1/2-step quantizer and tempo sync are included for pattern-based work.
The patch panel has been reconfigured from the original instrument and uses an advanced cabling system derived from Voltage Modular, with an External Signal Processor section that includes a normalled sidechain input.
Key features
- Patch panel and cabling. An expanded, simplified full-function patch panel lets the modules be cabled together, using the cabling system the developer adapted from Voltage Modular.
- Sequencer and quantizer. A three-channel, eight-step sequencer with 1/2-step quantizer and tempo sync drives the instrument.
- Modulation generator. A tempo-syncable modulation generator provides modulation sources for the patch.
- Unison and chord memory. Unison detune is intended for massive lead and bass sounds, and single-key chord memory mode stores chords on one key.
- Interface themes and automation. Four user-selectable interface colour themes are available, and full MIDI control and DAW automation cover all controls.
Compatibility
PS-20 is available as VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone for Windows and macOS (64-bit). It requires macOS 13 or Windows 7 at minimum, 8 GB of RAM, and native support for Apple Silicon is listed.
PS-20 compared with similar plugins
Hybrid 3 is an AIR Music Technology synthesizer available as VST3, VST2 and AU for Windows and macOS. Model 84 Polyphonic Synthesizer by Softube is available as VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and RTAS for Windows and macOS. Both differ from PS-20 in developer and format list.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PS-20 | Cherry Audio | Synth | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €28.76 |
| Hive 2 | u-he | Synth | VST3, VST2, Standalone | Windows, macOS, Linux | €149.00 |
| Hybrid 3 | AIR Music Technology | Synth | VST3, VST2, AU | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
| Model 84 Polyphonic Synthesizer | Softube | Synth | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €157.68 |
| Mini D | AIR Music Technology | Synth | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
Price and availability
PS-20 was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €28.76. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
PS-20 FAQ
Where can I download PS-20 crack for free?
PS-20 crack builds circulate as .rar and .iso packs, and the macOS build is typed as a .dmg crack.