reFX Nexus 5 v5.2.3 [VR] VST|VST3|AAX|AU [WIN|MAC]

Open Architecture:

Create your own presets from scratch.

Load your own samples, create your own routes, and
build your own extensions. Use the built-in sample editor,
with slicer, loop, and crossfade options.

Alternatively, for ultra-fast results, load one
of the thousands of presets available for the NEXUS5 and customize them to suit your needs.

The only limit is your imagination!

New Factory Content:

Updated to impress, the NEXUS5 comes with over 1,100 brand-new factory presets
that will take your productions to the next level!

Of course, all factory content from previous NEXUS versions is also included,
bringing the total content included in the standard version of the NEXUS5
to over 5,300 presets!

Covering all modern genres: EDM, melodic techno, house, vintage synths, hip-hop,
lo-fi, retrowave, cyberpunk, drum ‘n’ bass, trance, and more!

Retro Skin

Feeling nostalgic for simpler times, when life seemed a little simpler?
We’ve got you covered—at least when it comes to the classic look and feel of the NEXUS2.

The Retro Skin is fully functional, faithfully recreates the feel of the NEXUS2
, and is just a click away!

Whether you’re revisiting old projects or simply enjoying the charm of a familiar interface,
the Retro Skin offers the perfect blend of nostalgia and functionality. Return to the atmosphere you know and love!

Introducing the ultimate supersynth.

Experience a synthesizer that truly does it all. Packed with cutting-edge features
and unrivaled versatility, the NEXUS5 is your gateway to limitless creativity.

Unrivaled sampling power:
Seamlessly import individual samples, multiple samples, or entire libraries.
Automatic slicing and looping for effortless workflow.

8 advanced oscillators:
Explore endless possibilities with Virtual Analog, Sampler, Wavetable,
Time Stretcher, Retro Sampler, Grain, Cloud, and FM synthesis.

Studio-grade effects:
Dozens of effects, including the new Bucket Brigade Delay, Particle Reverb, Vowel Filter, Rotary,
Pusher, and more, will add depth and character to your sound.

And much more! The perfect combination of power, precision, and ease of use,
making it ideal for producers of all levels.

Compatible with all NEXUS
NEXUS5 is compatible with all your existing NEXUS projects and libraries.
You can load your old beats into your DAW and load sounds you had before.
Everything just works.

Fast, resource-efficient
NEXUS5 offers what NEXUS is known for:

Extremely fast preset load times
and high CPU performance.

New in Nexus 5
• Completely revamped UI.
• Retro N2 UI.
• Sample import and editing.
• New effects: Particle, Vowel Filter, Vinylizer, Rotary.
• New oscillators: Retro, Grain, Cloud and FM.

Changelog
v5.2.3 [2025-04-28]

Fixes:
• Fixed a crash when switching right-to-left languages such as Arabic or Hebrew.
• Fixed a crash when right-clicking in the Example Editor.
• Fixed a crash when modulating the wavetable position.

✔️ Installation
Installation options

• Clean Install – installs a new version of the plugin (v5.#.#)
• Update Only – updates the old version of the plugin
• Library Destination – a line in which you specify the path to the Nexus Library
(the parameter is active only when you select Clean Install)

Note for MAC

The default content location is

/Library/Audio/Presets/reFX/NEXUS library

– place the contents in this directory or place a symbolic link to the current
library location there, or edit the path in the

/users/shared/reFX/nexus/settings.json file