u-he is a German company founded in 2001 by Urs Heckmann, specializing in the development of high-quality software synthesizers and effects plugins for music production. They have garnered a strong reputation for their innovative and sonically rich virtual instruments, often emulating classic analog gear while adding modern features and flexibility. Their product lineup includes popular synthesizers like Diva, Zebra2, Hive 2, and Repro, as well as a range of effects plugins such as Colour Copy and Satin, all known for their excellent sound quality and user-friendly interfaces despite their deep capabilities. u-he is respected in the music technology community for their commitment to creating inspiring and powerful tools for musicians and producers.