Acustica releases TH2 for FREE: The iconic portable synth you’ve been waiting for.

Enjoy a Special Christmas gift from your friends at Acustica.

TH2 is a FREE entry-level virtual instrument in VST3, AU, and AAX formats, part of the THING family. It features POLY2 mode for polyphony, six VCF filter modes, customizable envelopes, AGE control for vintage character, and SUB control for deep low-end shaping. With over 100 professional presets, it delivers surprising versatility and iconic sound.

Every year, Acustica Audio celebrates its loyal community with an exclusive gift. This year, we proudly present TH2, a versatile synthesizer plugin that brings the iconic sound of our THING-8 series to a new, compact format. Whether you're a professional producer or a casual enthusiast, TH2 delivers exceptional sound design capabilities with polyphonic and monophonic modes, inspired by vintage analog tones. TH2 is available completely free of charge and offers amazing versatility for any music production setup.

TH2 GUI

Key Features

• 1–2 Voices with 'POLY2' Button: Effortlessly switch between monophonic and Poly2 mode to explore polyphonic possibilities.

• Compact Yet Powerful: Preserves the iconic sound and design of TH8 and TH5.

• Enhanced VCF Section: Six versatile filter modes for precise tonal control.

• Four Envelope Modes: Choose between ENV-8, ENV-Ser, ENV-Lin, and ENV-Pro for advanced sound sculpting.

• Preset Browser: Navigate, search, and organize presets efficiently.

• 100+ Professional Presets: Created by top industry professionals, showcasing TH2's diverse potential.

• Superstereo Functionality: Adds immersive stereo width for lush soundscapes.

• Age Control: Emulates vintage analog characteristics for a nostalgic vibe.

• Advanced Modulation: LFO section with waveform selector, speed, and depth controls for VCF, VCA, and VCO modulation.

• Compact and Intuitive Interface: Designed for efficient workflow and creativity.

How to Install TH2

TH2 is available free of charge and can be downloaded through one of two methods:

• Direct Installer: Fill out the quick form on this page to unlock a direct download link for the plugin's installer.

• Aquarius Product Manager: Prefer using Aquarius, our official product management tool? Complete the same form to receive an Activation code for seamless installation.

It is highly recommended to use Aquarius, as it simplifies the management of TH2 and other Acustica products in a single unified platform, ensuring access to the latest updates and quick, hassle-free installations.

Install via Aquarius

• Create a user account on the Acustica Audio website if you do not have one yet.

• Download and install the Aquarius Desktop application (ADA) if you do not have it installed yet.

• Run and log-in to the Aquarius Desktop application (ADA) using your email user-name and password.

• Click on the settings icon.

• Click on the activations tab.

• Insert your activation code in the activation code in the Aquarius "Activation Code" field, obtained by filling out the form on the TH2 page

• Click on the apply button. Aquarius Desktop (ADA) will deposit TH2 on your account.

• Click on save.

TH2 | Launch Video

Technical information:

• Supported formats: VST3, AAX, and AU.

• Compatible with Windows 10 and 11.

• Compatible with macOS 10.15 (Catalina) to macOS Sonoma (version 14.x).

• Intel, AMD, and ARM compatible.

• Native Apple Silicon support (Rosetta not supported).

Acustica 2025 Calendar + TH2 manual

TH2 webpage: https://freething.acustica-audio.com/

Remix contest alert

This holiday season, it’s time to mix things up! Join the Acustica Audio Xmas Remix Contest and show your creative magic.

• Download the materials at this page: https://freething.acustica-audio.com/contest/

• Remix it your way using the power of TH2.

• Submit your remix:

1) Preferred Option: Share your remix by posting a reel or short video on social media.

- Tag Acustica Audio and include the hashtag #therealthing in your post

2) Alternative Option:

- Use the ‘Song URL’ field on the contest website to provide the link to your remix..

- Ensure the ‘Song URL’ points to the platform where your remix is hosted (e.g., YouTube, SoundCloud, or a file-sharing service).

When:

• Contest runs: Dec 19, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025

• Submission deadline: Jan 5, 2025, 11:59 PM (GMT)

What’s in it for YOU?

The Top 20 Remixes win a special limited edition of TH2 with extended resonance range!

Winners announced Jan 30, 2025 – bring your A-game with originality and creativity!

Christmas (XMAS) 2024 bundle promotion terms and conditions:

• The XMAS 2024 bundle promotion is valid until January 5, 2025 at 11:59 pm CET and must be applied at the web-shop checkout with the correct number of products matching the selected bundle.

• The XMAS 2024 bundle promotion cannot be combined with loyalty coupons or other discounts and is only valid for a single purchase when the cart contains the exact quantity of products for a specific bundle.

Please consult the sales policy - terms and conditions for the Xmas coupon promo.

Happy Holidays from Acustica Audio!