Plugin Boutique is offering a 50% discount on Applied Acoustics Systems’ String Studio VS-3 string oscillator synthesizer. The plugin, normally priced at $199 USD, is available for $99 USD until March 22nd, 2026. This deal applies exclusively through Plugin Boutique.

String Studio VS-3 is a multitimbral synthesizer that uses unique string oscillators instead of traditional VCOs, DCOs, or operators as its primary sound source. These oscillators model interactions between picks, bows, and hammers with a virtual string, creating a mix of modern and creative synthesis tones. The plugin includes a soundboard, classic filters, an envelope generator, a LFO, and studio-quality effects for further sound shaping.

Music producers and sound designers working in electronic music, film scoring, or experimental genres often use String Studio VS-3. It provides a distinct approach to generating plucked, bowed, or struck string sounds that differ from sampled libraries or typical wavetable synths.

This discount represents a significant reduction, making the synthesizer more accessible during the limited sale period. For those building a collection of modeling-based instruments, it lowers the entry cost for a tool focused on physical string modeling.

Developers at Applied Acoustics Systems emphasize the plugin’s role in exploring new tonal paths. Users can combine the core string oscillators with modulation and effects for versatile patches suitable in DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, or FL Studio.

Additional details on Applied Acoustics Systems products are available at their Plugin Boutique page. The sale ends on March 22nd, 2026, so check compatibility with your setup before purchasing.