The streamlined user interface allows for fast editing of the sample-zone level, and the interface features extensive drag and drop support too. Shortcircuit 2 was created more as an instrument, because a sampler can certainly be seen and used as an instrument. It was created in response to traditional samplers that are only designed with library playback in mind. Shortcircuit 2 may not be their development focus anymore, but it bears a mention simply because it is a fascinating legacy VST. If there’s something we know about the Surge Synth Team, it’s that they make unique, versatile plugins unlike anything that’s already out there.