Forbidden Planet is a sample-based virtual instrument from EastWest Sounds, built from 54 GB of analog samples arranged into morphing synth presets.
Forbidden Planet at a glance
| Developer | EastWest Sounds |
|---|---|
| Type | Instruments / Virtual Instruments |
| Formats | VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.13 or later |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €103.14 (regular €203.49) |
What Forbidden Planet does
The library is organized into categories such as Arpeggiator, Bass, Drones and FX, and the developer lists over 600 morphing synths within it. Post-processing, filter modulation and rack effects are included as part of the instrument.
Key features
- Analog sample categories. Samples are grouped into categories such as Arpeggiator, Bass, Drones and FX, so presets can be browsed by role within a session.
- Morphing synth presets. The developer lists over 600 synths built to morph between sounds, aimed at cinematic and soundtrack work.
- Filter modulation. The filter section carries modulation options the developer describes as extensive, shaping the samples after they are triggered.
- Rack effects. A set of rack effects is included, applied in the plugin’s own chain.
- Post-processing mixing tools. A suite of post-processing mixing tools sits after the sound engine for tonal and level adjustment.
- Genre coverage. The library covers EDM, soundtracks, rap, industrial and world music, according to the developer.
Forbidden Planet compared with similar plugins
SkyWaves from Sampleson is also a virtual instrument for Windows and macOS, offered as VST2 and AU only. multi/poly native from KORG is a synth with VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats on Windows and macOS.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Planet | EastWest Sounds | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €103.14 (regular €203.49) |
| SkyWaves | Sampleson | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU | Windows, macOS | €52.56 |
| multi/poly native | KORG | Synth | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €217.18 |
| Obsidian | ZAK Sound | Synth | VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS, Linux | €14.88 |
| CUBE | Lunacy | Virtual Instruments | VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €147.76 |
Price and availability
Forbidden Planet was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €103.14, reduced from €203.49. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
Forbidden Planet FAQ
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