Program 24

Program 24 delivers a meticulously sampled recreation of two obscure but sonically distinctive 1980s instruments: the Solton Programmer 24 and SM100 synthesizer. Rather than attempt a comprehensive emulation, UVI has extracted the core sonic DNA of these machines and rebuilt them as a modern plugin architecture, prioritizing the qualities that made them appealing in period production work.

The Programmer 24 functions as a complete drum and arrangement workstation, featuring punchy 8-bit PCM percussion, analog bass, lead arpeggios with characterful filtering, and orchestral voices including flutes, violin, and cello. The SM100 contribution centers on its analog oscillators and notably its lush chorus ensemble effect, which UVI allows users to engage with the same real-time immediacy as the original hardware.

Sonically, Program 24 occupies specific territory within 1980s production aesthetics. The drums sit in a sweet spot between clean articulation and vintage character, the bass exhibits genuine analog warmth without excessive saturation, and the collective voice palette supports both straightforward period reproduction and contemporary sound design. The plugin includes extensive MIDI pattern libraries, chord sequencers, and preset variations developed by UVI's design team.

This tool suits producers and engineers seeking authentic 1980s textures without the workflow limitations of actual vintage gear. It's particularly valuable for Italo Disco, synthwave, and productions that intentionally reference this era. Among competing vintage synthesizer plugins, Program 24 distinguishes itself through its focus on a narrow, well-executed sonic window rather than attempting universal comprehensiveness.