Look, Syntronik 2 might be discontinued, but if you’ve got it, you know it still holds its own. A lot of us grabbed it during a bundle or group buy deal, and it’s quietly been one of those “oh yeah, this still slaps” type of synth sound libraries.
Instead of running through every synth in the library, I wanted to highlight the ones I still load up. You can read the original post here (for more ideas)
If you’re still flipping ideas in Syntronik 2, these are the synths worth reaching for.
Psst, if you weren’t able to grab Syntronik 2, don’t worry, we have some alternatives for you, just keep reading.
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1. J-8 – Synthwave’s Dream Machine
2. SAM – Lo-Fi’s Secret Weapon
Lo-fi hiphop isn’t just about the laid back chill loops. There’s a lot of texture within as well, and I don’t mean vinyl crackles. SAM, based on the Moog Modular, brings that slightly unstable character that makes your beats feel sampled, even if they’re not.
Add a bit of detune, roll off the highs, and suddenly, it sounds like an old gem lifted from a record.
3. Synth-X – For Moody Chords and Cinematic Drama
If you like your chords big, moody, and dripping with expression, Synth X is where it’s at. It’s IK Multimedia’s take on the legendary Yamaha CS-80 (yup, the same synth behind the Blade Runner soundtrack).
It’s perfect for ambient hiphop tracks (ambient tracks in general). The filter movement and polyphonic aftertouch feel has a little drama baked into the sound. Add a little reverb, and it’s like scoring a film scene.
Pluto Synth Series + Retro Wave Collection (SoundProps)
Between the two, you’re covering a ton of ground that Syntronik used to handle.
The Retro Wave Collection features sampled sounds inspired by iconic synthesizers such as the Juno-60, Jupiter-8, ARP Odyssey, Polysix, and the Korg DW-8000. You get fat unison leads, dreamy pads, warm analog basses, and those classic bell tones that cut through a mix.
It’s all built for Kontakt, featuring over 4,500 samples and more than 400 snapshots, ready to use.
The Pluto Synth Series rounds it out with more modern analog tones and some digital color. While it’s not trying to model specific hardware, it brings that same warmth and immediacy you’d expect from stuff like the Prophet-5 or OB-Xa.
Together, they make a solid alternative for anyone who missed out on Syntronik 2.
Conclusion
Although Syntronik 2 is no longer being sold, it still retains value, especially if you already have it installed in your plugin folder. Some of the sounds in there? Still hit.
However, if you’re starting to feel boxed in or simply want options that’re easier to update and support in the long term, there are plenty of solid replacements available.
Whether you’re looking for CS-80 with The Eighty, Jura, or Pluto + Retro Wave, you’ve got real options that hold their own. Most of them skip the bloat and give you what you need: great sounds, fast workflows, and no chasing vintage gear.
Bottom line? Syntronik 2 still works, but now you’ve got a few solid backups when you’re ready to move on.
Do you have a favorite replacement for Syntronik 2? Drop it in the comments.
