8.8Great
Repro-5 is u-he's component-level software model of a famous 1978 five-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer, sold within the Repro plugin.
Plugin comparison
u-he Repro-5 vs TAL-BassLine-101
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
8.4Great
TAL-BassLine-101 by Togu Audio Line. A beloved SH-101 style monophonic bass synth with raw analog attitude and a modern sequencer.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, u-he Repro-5 comes out ahead (8.8). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | u-he Repro-5 | TAL-BassLine-101 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €149 | $80 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP, Linux | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Synth type | Component-level model of a famous 5-voice polyphonic synthesizer from 1978 | — |
| Polyphony | 8 voice polyphonic, or up to 8 voice unison with optional glide | — |
| Oscillators | 2 multi-wave oscillators (saw/pulse and saw/triangle/pulse) | — |
| Filter | 4-pole resonant lowpass filter | — |
| Factory presets | Over 950 factory presets | — |
| Additional features | Polyphonic distortion unit with 4 modes; MPE support for polyphonic presets (v1.1.3+); built-in effects (delay/chorus, EQ/resonator, plate reverb, sonic conditioner) | — |
| Type | — | Monophonic bass synthesizer |
| Inspiration | — | Roland SH-101 style |
| Formats | — | VST, VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP |
| Manual | — | TAL BassLine-101 PDF |
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