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FOR USE WITH YAMAHA 6-OPERATOR FM: DX-7, DX-7II, DX7S, TX816, TX-7, DX-1, DX-5, TX-802, etc.
NEW PRODUCT!!!
This
software is a virtual synthesizer programmer for use with any
6-operator Yamaha FM Synthesizer. Designed originally for the DX-7
or DX-7II series, it can also be used with any other 6-operator Yamaha
synth - but is only compatible at the VOICE level. Therefore on a
synth like the TX-802, you can edit the individual 6-operator FM sound
of any one voice, but not the Multi setups involving multiple voices.
The
editor lives in a software environment within the APPLE LOGIC
audio/sequencer program (formerly Emagic Logic). To use this
software you MUST have a valid copy of LOGIC on your computer (see
below) as well as a MIDI interface which connects your computer via MIDI
cable to your hardware synthesizer. This software can NOT be used
as a stand alone application under any circumstances. It is not a
plug-in and is not compatible with VST, Ableton, AU or any other plug-in
format.
Upon purchase, you will ultimately receive a ZIP archive
of the editor you purchased for Logic. UNZIP this archive and you
will have a choice of LOGIC song documents you can now open in the Logic
program, either original DX-7 or DX-7II version. In general,
please select the version that more closely resembles your particular
model. With first generation FM synths like the DX-1, DX-5, TX-7 and
TX816 use the DX-7 version - and for the DX-7S and TX-802 you should use
the DX-7II version.
Once open, you will see the editor on your
screen and you can then discover the pleasures of a VIRTUAL DX-7
programmer for your Yamaha synthesizer! Your screen should look
like the attached pictures here once you open the document - with one
page each on two monitors if you use two (DX-7II only). Adjust your
screen sets accordingly for complete ergonomic satisfaction in your
programming style and needs.
MARCH 2, 2016 -- NOW AVAILABLE AND FULLY COMPATIBLE FOR LOGIC X!!!
OVERVIEW:
This
editor is the result of a concept I had for programming the DX-7 synth
in a fluid and intuitive way. It uses one set of master controls for
ALL six operators so you may control between 1-6 operators at the same
time with one set of ganged controls. Typically, DX-7 programmers
use a different set of controls for each individual operator - forcing
you to make moves up to six times for something simple like longer
ATTACK time or the like. I always hated this aspect of programming
the DX-7 as it was repetitive and cumbersome. So I conceived this
approach, and if you look at the photo of the main page you will see
there is ONE set of controls for ALL the operator parameters as well as
controls for the non-operator parameters. It will make your
programming experience of the DX-7 more like that of an analog synth on
one level, but it also allows complete control of all the deep
complexities of 6-op FM synthesis.
Another benefit of this
approach is that ALL the DX-7 parameters are on one small page and you
will not have to page around to make basic moves. (The DX-7II has one
extra page for DX-7II Performance level parameters). I have also
included a RESET function which you can use for 1-6 operators or at a
PATCH or PERFORMANCE level. This adds a lot of speed to programming
as it will set your synth to an INIT state for the parameters you wish
to RESET.
All real time moves are recordable by the Logic
sequencer for repeatable real time changes on playback. Or as an
option you can automate these parameters with LOGIC'S hyperdraw
function. You may also remotely control these SYSEX faders and
buttons via a hardware control surface if you take the time to tailor
the controls to suit your individual hardware. This is not difficult
to do and needs only be done once and then saved for future sessions.
This
programmer resides in one layer of the LOGIC environment hierarchy -
and is importable to your personal AUTOLOAD song (notes on how to do so
are also included). It is not a plug-in, but a page in the
environment which can be imported into your song documents or run
alongside your current work simultaneously as a second song.
Detailed documents are included with your purchase and cover all aspects of usage - both remedial and advanced.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
This editor is current but is still compatible with many earlier
versions of Logic starting with Emagic MAC Version 4.x. It is
compatible with ALL versions of Logic through vX. (Logic X v10.5 has a visual bug concerning button display - corrected in v10.6)
It is also
compatible with Logic Express v7 - 9. If you have a version 8 Logic
you must use v 8.01 or higher which fixes a SYSEX bug that renders v8.0
inoperable.
This editor is also compatible with the v4 - v6 PC
versions of Logic (please specify upon purchase). In all v5's - it
is compatible down to Logic SILVER. NOT compatible with Micro-Logic
or any of the other earlier neutered Emagic bundled versions.
This editor is designed to fit a screen resolution of 1024 X 768 or larger but will also work on smaller screens.
TERMS and CONDITIONS:
Free
Delivery is included with purchase. Delivery is by EMAIL ATTACHMENT
ONLY - and will be delivered ASAP after payment has cleared.
I accept all REVERB payment methods. Because this is a software only item, there are
no returns allowed. Please contact me at or via the
Reverb.com messaging system if you have any questions before the
purchase.
I also offer a customizing service for your software to
help integrate it more deeply into your personal set-up should you
require advanced help. Please contact me here for more info.