8.7Great
The Legend HZ is an analog-modeled software synthesizer by Synapse Audio, developed with composer Hans Zimmer, emulating a classic vintage hardware synth.
Plugin comparison
Synapse Audio Legend HZ vs Arturia Prophet-5 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
8.5Great
A software emulation of the classic Prophet-5 Rev 2 polyphonic analog synthesizer, with modeled VCOs, SSM filter, Poly-Mod, and effects.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Synapse Audio Legend HZ comes out ahead (8.7). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | Synapse Audio Legend HZ | Arturia Prophet-5 V |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €179 | $149 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.7 | 8.5 |
| Formats | VST 2, VST 3, Audio Unit (AU), AAX | VST, VST3, Audio Unit (AU), AAX, NKS, Standalone |
| Oscillators | 6 high-quality VA oscillators | 2 modeled SSM VCOs with 5 waveforms, noise generator, hard-sync |
| Polyphony modes | Unison, Mono, 4-, 8- and 12-voice | — |
| Engine | 8x oversampled | — |
| Factory presets | 200 | — |
| Sequencer / modulation | 32-step sequencer, modulation matrix, MSEG | — |
| Compatibility | MPE and NKS support; native Apple Silicon (M1-M4) | — |
| Emulated hardware | — | Prophet-5 Rev 2 |
| Filter | — | Modeled SSM 2040 low-pass filter |
| Modulation | — | Poly-Mod |
| Arpeggiator | — | 5-pattern arpeggiator |
| Effects | — | 16 built-in effects across 3 configurable slots |
| Microtuning | — | MPE and MTS-ESP compatible |
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