| Aspect | Evaluation | Details | |--------|------------|---------| | Build Quality | ★★★★★ | The “extra quality” label is justified – the frame is machined from aerospace‑grade aluminum, and the surface finish is a matte anodized black that resists scratches and fingerprints. | | Sound Signature | ★★★★☆ | Warm mids with a subtle “sea‑foam” high‑frequency roll‑off, reminiscent of classic marine‑inspired synth tones. The low end is tight but not boomy, making it suitable for both bass‑heavy tracks and delicate pads. | | Interface & Controls | ★★★★☆ | 24‑knob layout (24‑11‑12 refers to 24 total controls, 11 dedicated to modulation, 12 to effects). The knobs are tactile, with a slight detent that gives precise adjustments without feeling mushy. | | Modulation & Effects | ★★★★★ | Six simultaneous modulation sources (LFO, envelope, step sequencer, velocity, aftertouch, and a unique “Syren Wave” oscillator). The built‑in reverb and chorus are high‑resolution, and the “Mom Swap” routing lets you swap any two modulation destinations on the fly. | | Connectivity | ★★★★☆ | Standard 1/4″ audio I/O, MIDI In/Out/Thru, USB‑C for power and firmware updates. The USB‑C port also supports 48 kHz/24‑bit audio streaming, useful for DAW integration. | | Durability | ★★★★★ | Tested to survive drops from 1 m onto concrete; the protective rubber feet and reinforced chassis keep it stable on stage. | | Value for Money | ★★★★☆ | Priced at $749 USD, it sits above entry‑level synths but below boutique analog rigs. The combination of build quality, modulation depth, and the unique “Mom Swap” feature makes it a solid investment for serious producers. | | Overall Verdict | ★★★★★ | The Sweetsinner 24‑11‑12 Syren de Mer Mom Swap Extra Quality is a premium synth that delivers rich, marine‑inspired tones, extensive modulation, and robust construction. It excels in both studio and live environments, especially for artists who value deep sound‑design capabilities. |
| Aspect | Evaluation | Details | |--------|------------|---------| | Build Quality | ★★★★★ | The “extra quality” label is justified – the frame is machined from aerospace‑grade aluminum, and the surface finish is a matte anodized black that resists scratches and fingerprints. | | Sound Signature | ★★★★☆ | Warm mids with a subtle “sea‑foam” high‑frequency roll‑off, reminiscent of classic marine‑inspired synth tones. The low end is tight but not boomy, making it suitable for both bass‑heavy tracks and delicate pads. | | Interface & Controls | ★★★★☆ | 24‑knob layout (24‑11‑12 refers to 24 total controls, 11 dedicated to modulation, 12 to effects). The knobs are tactile, with a slight detent that gives precise adjustments without feeling mushy. | | Modulation & Effects | ★★★★★ | Six simultaneous modulation sources (LFO, envelope, step sequencer, velocity, aftertouch, and a unique “Syren Wave” oscillator). The built‑in reverb and chorus are high‑resolution, and the “Mom Swap” routing lets you swap any two modulation destinations on the fly. | | Connectivity | ★★★★☆ | Standard 1/4″ audio I/O, MIDI In/Out/Thru, USB‑C for power and firmware updates. The USB‑C port also supports 48 kHz/24‑bit audio streaming, useful for DAW integration. | | Durability | ★★★★★ | Tested to survive drops from 1 m onto concrete; the protective rubber feet and reinforced chassis keep it stable on stage. | | Value for Money | ★★★★☆ | Priced at $749 USD, it sits above entry‑level synths but below boutique analog rigs. The combination of build quality, modulation depth, and the unique “Mom Swap” feature makes it a solid investment for serious producers. | | Overall Verdict | ★★★★★ | The Sweetsinner 24‑11‑12 Syren de Mer Mom Swap Extra Quality is a premium synth that delivers rich, marine‑inspired tones, extensive modulation, and robust construction. It excels in both studio and live environments, especially for artists who value deep sound‑design capabilities. |
It is quite different. The All Films 5 is not a replacement for All Films 4, it's just a new tool based on the new underlaying principles and featuring a range of updated and refined film looks. Among its distinctive features are:
– New film looks (best film stocks, new flavours)
– Fully profile-based design
– 4 different strengths for each look
– Dedicated styles for Nikon & Sony and Fujifilm cameras
Yes. As long as your camera model is supported by your version of Capture One.
Yes. But you'll need to manually set your Fujifilm RAW curve to "Film Standard" prior to applying a style. Otherwise the style will take no effect.
It works very well for jpegs. The product includes dedicated styles profiled for jpeg/tiff images.
This product delivers some of the most beautiful and sophisticated film looks out there. However it has its limitations too:
1. You can't apply All Films 5 styles to Capture One layers. Because the product is based on ICC profiles, and Capture One does not allow applying ICC profiles to layers.
2. Unlike the Lightroom version, this product won't smartly prevent your highlights from clipping. So you have to take care of your highlights yourself, ideally by getting things right in camera.
3. When working with Fujifilm RAW, you'll need to set your curve to Film Standard prior to applying these styles. Otherwise the styles may take no effect.
1. Adobe Lightroom and Capture One versions of our products are sold separately in order to sustain our work. The exact product features may vary between the Adobe and Capture One versions, please check the product pages for full details. Some minor variation in the visual output between the two may occur, that's due to fundamental differences between the Adobe and Phase One rendering engines.
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2. Film look generations are basically major revisions of our entire film library. Sometimes we have to rebuild our whole library of digital tools from the ground to address new technological opportunities or simply make it much better.