Prop-5

Japanese version of README is here: README(日本語)

Overview

Prop-5 is a synthesizer audio plugin (VST3 / Standalone formats) developed using the JUCE framework.
This synthesizer was modeled after and inspired by the legendary analog synthesizer, Prophet-5.
Please note that this project partially utilizes AI-assisted coding (Gemini and Antigravity).

Download and Installation Instructions (For End-Users)

*Note: This package is currently for Windows only (64-bit). If you would like to use this plugin without building it yourself, please follow the steps below:*

1. Download and Extract the Package

  1. Go to the GitHub Releases page.
  2. Download Prop-5_v[Version]_[Configuration]_Windows.zip from the "Assets" section of the latest release.
  3. Extract (unzip) the downloaded ZIP file to a location of your choice.

2. Run the Installer and Select Installation Options

  1. Run the Prop-5_v[Version]_[Configuration]_Installer.exe located inside the extracted folder.
  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
  3. During installation, you can choose from the following components:
    • Full Installation: Installs both the VST3 plugin and the Standalone application. (Recommended)
    • Standalone Only: Installs only the standalone application which can be run without a DAW.
    • VST3 Only: Installs only the plugin for use within a DAW (Cubase, Ableton Live, Studio One, Reaper, etc.).

3. Uninstallation

If you wish to uninstall Prop-5, go to Windows Settings > Apps > Installed apps, select Prop-5, and click Uninstall.

4. User Manual

A copy of the documentation is included in this package. For details on how to use Prop-5, explanations of each parameter, and how to save/load presets, please open docs/manual.en.md (or the PDF version at docs/docs_PDF/manual.en.pdf) located inside the extracted folder.

You can also have the user manual available on this site:

  • User Manual

    • For macOS / Linux Users

    Currently, the official release packages are only available for Windows. If you wish to use this plugin on macOS or Linux, you will need to build it from the source code. Please refer to the following document for build instructions:

    Overview (Tools Required for Building)

    1. Prepare a C++17 compatible compiler, CMake, and Git.
    2. Clone this repository and place the JUCE framework (v7.0.12) directly under the project root.
    3. Build the project using CMake.

    License

    This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3). See the LICENSE file for details.
    This project uses the JUCE framework under the terms of the JUCE GPLv3 license.

    Disclaimer & Trademarks

    • Prophet-5 and Sequential are registered trademarks of Sequential LLC.
    • This software is an unofficial, independent fan-made clone/emulator and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with Sequential LLC or its affiliates in any way.

    Contact

    If you have any feedback, suggestions, or bug reports, please feel free to reach out to us at: