Synth / u-he
u-he Bazille
8.4Great
A polyphonic modular software synthesizer with digital oscillators based on phase distortion and FM, multimode filters, and patch-cord modulation.
Plugin comparison
u-he Bazille vs Arturia Jup-8 V
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
8.3Great
Software emulation of the Roland Jupiter-8 synthesizer with component-level analog modeling and added modern sound design features.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, u-he Bazille comes out ahead (8.4). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | u-he Bazille | Arturia Jup-8 V |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $149 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.4 | 8.3 |
| Formats | VST3, AU (AUv2), AAX, CLAP | Standalone, VST, VST3, Audio Unit (AU), AAX, NKS |
| Oscillators | 4 digital oscillators with FM, phase distortion, and fractal resonance | 2 VCOs per voice |
| Filters | 4 self-oscillating multimode filters with up to 6 parallel outputs each | — |
| Modulation | 4 ADSR envelopes, 2 LFOs (3 parallel outputs each), 2 mapping generators (up to 128 steps), 4 Multiplex modules | 2 x ADSR envelopes, 3 LFOs |
| Sequencer | 16-step morphing sequencer per voice with 8 snapshots | — |
| Effects | 4 effects: stereo delay, distortion, phaser, spring reverb | 3 configurable effect slots (11 effects available) |
| Polyphony | Up to 16 voices | Up to 16 voices |
| Factory presets | — | Over 300 |
| Sequencers | — | 2 x 32-step (Notes and Modulation) |
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