Soundtoys MicroShift vs D16 Group Syntorus 2
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
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Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Soundtoys MicroShift comes out ahead (8.4). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Specs compared
| Soundtoys MicroShift | D16 Group Syntorus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99 | €59 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.4 | 8.2 |
| Formats | AAX Native, AAX AudioSuite, VST 2, VST 3, Audio Units (AU) | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Widening modes | Three modes based on classic hardware (Eventide H3000 and AMS DMX 15-80s) | — |
| Controls | Delay, Detune, and Focus | — |
| Included | Little MicroShift (simplified version, three buttons and one knob) | — |
| Version | 5.5 | — |
| Sample rates | 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz (64-bit only) | — |
| System requirements | macOS 10.15+, Windows 10+; internet connection required for activation | — |
| Type | — | Analog-modeled chorus |
| Paths | — | Triple path architecture |
| Developer | — | D16 Group |
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