Ultra Audio Ultra 1.1.6 for Mac
Mac UtilitiesUltra is the flagship synthesizer from Ultra Audio, built by composer Nigel Stanford and his small team in New Zealand. It places five oscillators, dual filters and deep modulation inside one clear interface, and its UltraWave engine blends wavetable ideas with sample based playback so sounds can move and change as you play. Updated Aug 20, 2026.
Key Features
- Five oscillators per voice, including the UltraWave stereo wavetable engine
- A sampler and multisample playback alongside analog style sound sources
- Dual filters, rich modulation and effects for shaping movement in a patch
- A sound browser with a growing library of factory and community sounds
- Runs as a standalone app and as an AU and VST3 plugin in your DAW
- Support for expressive controllers, including MPE in recent updates
How to Download
- Open the official Ultra Audio site in your browser.
- Use this link to get the installer: Download from the official site and save the file to your Mac.
- Run the installer and follow the steps for the standalone app and plugins.
- Launch Ultra, try the demo or sign in with your licence, and load a preset.
System Requirements
Ultra needs a Mac that can run current audio software, with support for both Apple silicon and Intel machines as listed by the vendor. You need a compatible DAW for plugin use, enough storage for the app and its sound library, and an internet connection for setup.
FAQs
Can I try Ultra before buying?
Yes. The vendor offers a trial so you can test the sound and workflow on your Mac before you buy a licence.
Does Ultra need a subscription?
No. It is sold with a perpetual licence, and the vendor states that updates are free for existing owners. Always confirm the current terms on the official site.
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