Synth / Arturia
Arturia Analog Lab V
8.4Great
Arturia Analog Lab is a software instrument that combines 2000+ presets from across the V Collection synths and keyboards in one plugin.
Plugin comparison
Arturia Analog Lab V vs Cherry Audio GX-80
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which synth to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
The side-by-side
8.6Great
Cherry Audio GX-80 by Cherry Audio. A flagship dual-layer poly synth inspired by Yamaha GX-1/CS-80 territory—huge sound at a friendly Cherry Audio price.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Cherry Audio GX-80 comes out ahead (8.6). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | Arturia Analog Lab V | Cherry Audio GX-80 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $59 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.4 | 8.6 |
| Formats | VST, VST3, Audio Units (AU), AAX, NKS, Standalone | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Presets | 2000+ curated sounds from the V Collection instruments | — |
| Plugin formats | VST, VST3, AU, AAX, NKS (64-bit DAWs only) | — |
| Price (USD) | US$199 (Analog Lab Pro) | — |
| Windows requirements | Windows 10+ (64-bit), 4GB RAM, 4-core CPU at 3.4GHz, 4GB free disk, OpenGL 2.0 GPU | — |
| Mac requirements | macOS 11+, 4GB RAM, 4-core CPU at 3.4GHz or M1 chip, 4GB free disk, OpenGL 2.0 GPU | — |
| Type | — | Dual-layer polyphonic synthesizer |
| Inspiration | — | Yamaha GX-1 / CS-80 lineage |
| Developer | — | Cherry Audio |
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