Anukari feels more like a physics playground than a traditional synth. It builds sound from simulated 3D systems of masses, springs, mallets, bows, and virtual microphones, all interacting in real time. You don’t just program it—you watch it move, collide, and generate evolving sonic textures.
It works as both instrument and effect processor. You can construct sound machines or feed in external audio like voice or guitar and reshape it through the same physical system. LFOs, envelopes, and modular links give control, but everything stays tied to the 3D simulation that actually drives the sound, making it feel alive rather than static.
It runs as a plugin in your DAW or standalone, designed for real-time experimentation without breaking flow. After years of development and a beta phase, it officially launched on June 23, 2026, opening the door to anyone into experimental production and sound design workflows, ready for deeper sonic exploration.
Creator Evan Mezeske, formerly a Google engineering lead, built Anukari from years of experiments with physics simulation and interactive systems. His background includes early coding projects and game-like environments inspired by mechanical systems from his upbringing around an autoshop, shaping the tactile feel of the instrument.
Gearjunkies take: This is one to keep on your radar if you’re bored of static synth architectures. It’s not just another quirky plugin—Anukari feels like a playable system where discovery drives everything, and that alone makes it worth checking out.