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u-he Diva
9.1Essential
Diva is a virtual analogue synthesizer that models oscillators, filters and envelopes from classic hardware synths via circuit simulation.
Plugin comparison
u-he Diva vs Stagecraft Cenere
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which synth to buy.
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Contenders
The side-by-side
Cenere is Stagecraft's subtractive synth with vintage oscillators, morphing SVF filters, 9-layer unison, and audio-rate automation. $200. VST3, AU, AAX, standalone.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | u-he Diva | Stagecraft Cenere |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $200 |
| Dubspot Score | 9.1 | — |
| Formats | VST3, AUv2 (macOS), CLAP, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone |
| Oscillator models | 5 models based on classic synth hardware (Triple VCO, Dual VCO, DCO, Dual VCO Eco, Digital) | — |
| Filter models | 5 models based on classic synth hardware (Ladder, Cascade, Multimode, Bite, Uhbie) | — |
| Polyphony | Up to 16 voices, plus duophonic, monophonic and legato modes | — |
| Factory presets | Over 1200 factory presets | — |
| Effects | 2 stereo effects slots (chorus, phaser, plate reverb, delay, rotary speaker) | — |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows and Linux (Linux is beta) | — |
| Type | — | Subtractive synthesizer with modern wavetables |
| Filter | — | Analog-modeled morphable SVF, 12–96 dB/oct |
| Unison | — | 9 layers, spread / gravity / drift |
| Formats | — | VST3, AU, AAX, standalone |
| System | — | Windows 10+, macOS 11+ (Big Sur+), 64-bit |
| Price | — | $200 product key |
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