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Wavea Flite 2

Wavea / Free (Play) / $69.99 (Create)

Wavea Flite 2 is a hybrid multi-sampler and synth with FM, granular and wavetable engines, four samplers, a 2.5GB rare-synth library and a free Play tier.

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8.3Great
The Dubspot verdict
8.3Great

The Dubspot verdict

A hybrid multi-sampler and synth with FM, granular and wavetable engines, four samplers and a 2.5GB library sampled from rare hardware, with a genuinely usable free tier.

Best for Producers who want a hybrid sampler and synth with a huge vintage library and a free way in.

Pros

  • Free Play tier includes the full 2.5GB library and 250+ presets
  • FM, granular and wavetable synthesis with four multi-samplers
  • Imports SFZ, SF2, Decent Sampler, WAV, AIFF, FLAC and MP3
  • Four 32-step sequencers, deep modulation and full MPE

Cons

  • Editing, saving and import need the paid Create version
  • No AAX for Pro Tools
  • Deep editor has a learning curve

Field notes

Overview

Wavea Flite 2 is a hybrid instrument that blends multi-sampling with FM, granular and wavetable synthesis. Four multi-samplers, dual filters, four 32-step sequencers, a deep modulation matrix and eleven multi-effects sit alongside a 2.5GB library sampled from classic hardware such as the Yamaha CS-80, Roland Jupiter 8 and TB-303, and Sequential Prophet 5.

The plugin ships in two tiers. Flite Play is a free download with the full preset library and sound set, and Flite Create ($69.99) unlocks parameter editing, preset saving and sample import, including SFZ, SF2 and Decent Sampler files. The September 2026 version-2 update adds granular oscillators, new virtual-analogue modes, comb, formant and resonator filters, new effects and MPE, free for existing users.

Compared with alternatives such as UVI Synth Anthology 5 or the free Vital, reach for Flite when you want a hybrid you can build on from a rare-gear library, with a free way to start. For the full breakdown, see the Flite 2 review.

Technical matrix

Specifications

Type
Hybrid multi-sampler and synthesizer
Synthesis
FM, granular, wavetable with multiple oscillator modes
Samplers
Four multi-samplers with individual controls
Sample import
SFZ, SF2, Decent Sampler, WAV, AIFF, FLAC, MP3
Sequencing
Four 32-step sequencers, Euclidean tools, MIDI export
Filters
Dual 12/24 dB HP/BP/LP/Comb/Vowel
Effects
11 multi-effects, five 3-band EQs, MPE
Library
2.5GB sampled from classic hardware, 250+ presets
macOS/Windows formats
VST3, AU
Operating system
macOS 10.13+, Windows 10+

Last verified 2026-09-11

Quick reference

FAQ

How much does Wavea Flite 2 cost?

Flite Play is free and includes the full library and presets. Flite Create is $69.99 and unlocks full editing, preset saving and sample import.

What is Wavea Flite 2 best for?

Producers who want a hybrid sampler and synth built on a rare-synth library, with a free tier to start and deep editing on the paid version.

What formats does Wavea Flite 2 support?

VST3 and AU on macOS and Windows. There is no AAX build.

Comparison matrix

Direct competitors

Wavea Flite 2 vs — head-to-head specs, price, and Dubspot Score.

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