KORG Collection vs Surge XT
KORG Collection
korg.com
Surge XT
surge-synthesizer.github.ioSide by side
| Figure | KORG Collection | Surge XT |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $15.99/mo | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Virtual Instruments | 7.9 (#8) | 8.2 (#6) |
| What it does | KORG Collection is a suite of software instruments that recreates the sound and behavior of legendary KORG synthesizers. | Surge XT is a free, open-source hybrid software synthesizer available as a standalone application and plug-in. |
Plans
KORG Collection
- KORG Collection 6 via Splice Rent-To-Own$15.99 a month
- KORG Collection 6$399, paid once
In their own words
KORG Collection
KORG Collection has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Surge XT
Surge XT is a free, open-source virtual instrument plugin and hybrid synthesizer for making music. Each patch has two scenes that can be layered or split, and each scene has three oscillators with 12 algorithms, including wavetable, FM, string, and audio input. Its listed library includes over 2,800 patches and over 700 wavetables. Other features include 12 LFO units, flexible modulation routing, and 16 effect units with 27 algorithms. Performance support includes MPE, Scala and MTS-ESP microtuning, and Open Sound Control. Surge XT runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with plugin formats varying by platform: CLAP and VST3 on Windows; AU, CLAP, and VST3 on macOS; and CLAP, LV2, and VST3 on Linux. It primarily needs a DAW or another compatible host, though a standalone executable is available. Version 1.3.4 is identified as the stable release for normal production use. The software is licensed under GPL3.