u-he Diva vs Korg multi/poly native

Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which synth to buy.

Synth

u-he Diva

u-he

9.1
Essential
Synth

Korg multi/poly native

Korg · $199

8.6
Great

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Which should you buy?

On the Dubspot Score, u-he Diva comes out ahead (9.1). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.

Specs compared

u-he DivaKorg multi/poly native
Price$199
Dubspot Score9.18.6
FormatsVST3, AUv2 (macOS), CLAP, AAXVST3, AU, AAX, standalone
Oscillator models5 models based on classic synth hardware (Triple VCO, Dual VCO, DCO, Dual VCO Eco, Digital)
Filter models5 models based on classic synth hardware (Ladder, Cascade, Multimode, Bite, Uhbie)
PolyphonyUp to 16 voices, plus duophonic, monophonic and legato modes
Factory presetsOver 1200 factory presets
Effects2 stereo effects slots (chorus, phaser, plate reverb, delay, rotary speaker)
PlatformsmacOS, Windows and Linux (Linux is beta)
TypeAnalog modeling synthesizer plugin
Oscillators4 per Program (Classic / Digital / Waveshaper) + noise + ring mod
FiltersDual slots; vintage and linear models including M/Poly, Mini, Pro, MS-20
SequencingMotion Sequencing 2.0; Layer Rotate; Kaoss Physics
FormatsVST3, AAX, standalone (macOS/Windows); AU on macOS
Hardware linkPatch exchange with multi/poly hardware; $49.99 crossgrade for owners

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