"This dx7 is a 2FD with E! expansion. The E! expansion expands its internal memory, makes the IIFD 8 part multi-timbral and adds a sequencer. If this one doesn't sell soon, we'll probably keep it.
Our tech spent around 6 hours servicing this unit. In addition to any necessary repairs, he replaced all the tact switches with new ones so they activate with a light touch, replaced the battery, cleaned things inside and out, and may have done some other work as well (I don't have access to his notes at the moment but will try to update this listing later). This unit was systematically tested, works as it should and sounds fantastic.
As you should be able to see from the photos, the backlight is very bright, but as is common with this model at this point in time, the contrast isnt as strong as it originally was. Regardless, the display can still be read easily. We could probably install a new one, but this would up the price considerably and there would be a wait."
"A brief preview of the final track in my digital themes collection. I decided to make an exception and include the Roland Jupiter 6 in a setting composed almost entirely of 1980s digital synthesizers and electronic drums.
The instruments used are the Yamaha DX7, Yamaha TX802, Roland Jupiter 6, and E-MU Pro/cussion."
All sounds in the demo tracks in this review were taken from the "Ambient & Dreams" FM sound library. They are fully compatible with Yamaha DX7, Korg Opsix, Korg Volca FM, Dexed, Arturia DX 7 V and so on.
Hi everyone! I didn't think I'd be making a video about the M-Vave FM-1 anytime soon, but a few days ago I received an email with some interesting firmware that turns this synthesizer into a mini-DAW, so I decided to check it out.
Timeline: 00:00 - 00:42 Introduction 00:42 - 02:21 Demo 1 (all the sounds from "Ambient & Dreams' library + FM Drum Kit 02:21 - 05:21 Explaining the "Groove OS" basics 05:21 - 06:02 Demo of preset from "Ambient & Dreams" 06:02 - 09:48 Explaining "Piano Roll" + Demo sounds 09:48 - 10:19 Few words about keyboard on FM-1 10:19 - 11:40 Explaining LFO work 11:40 - 12:39 My opinion about Groove OS + Additional Parameters 12:39 - 14:00 How to EDIT the FM sounds in Groove OS 14:00 - 15:47 Explaining Sequencer settings 15:47 - 17:45 Tempo + Main Filter + FX's 17:45 - 18:32 Envelopes 18:32 - 19:01 GLObal Settings 19:01 - 20:52 Demo 2 (Automation) 20:52 - 22:55 Explaining "Automation" 22:55 - Conclusion"
Ambient & Dreams for M-Vave FM-1 & FM synthesizers, includes Yamaha DX7/DX7 II, Yamaha TX7, TX802, TX816, Korg Opsix 2.0, Korg Volca FM/FM2, Native Instruments FM8, Arturia DX7 V, Dexed, Plogue chipsynth OPS7.
Just imagine the deep, mysterious sound of the taiga forest. Those are the very voices I created using FM operators to achieve a deep, wild sound.
These sounds fully unlock the infinite potential of FM synthesis, the result of meticulous work to craft soft, Melodic tones. Far from being harsh to the ear, they have a soothing effect on the nervous system, stabilizing one’s state into a sense of constant bliss.
Full of deep Ambient atmosphere, this sounds will keep you dreaming endlessly.
This soundbank consists of 32 presets, comprising:
"We get a tour of the new INARA controller series from Five Lined Engineering at Knobcon 2026. These special-purpose controllers are designed to expose the deep parameter sets of vintage synthesizers as physical controls and MIDI CCs for use in live performance and with DAWS. There are three current models, supporting the Korg DW-8000, Yamaha DX7 family, and Roland Alpha Juno, respectively.
For more info, please visit https://www.fivelined.com/"
"Retromulator is a multi-core retro hardware emulation app and AUv3 plug-in that brings legendary synthesizer, sampler, and keyboard cores back to life through authentic low-level emulation. Each core runs its actual firmware, physical model, or sample data — delivering the unmistakable character of the hardware that defined electronic music from the early 80s through the 2000s.
— EMULATED CORES —
VIRTUAL ANALOG SYNTHS
Motorola DSP 56300 recreation (interpreter mode), built on the open-source Gearmulator by the dsp56300 team:
• Access Virus A, B and C • Access Virus TI / TI2 / Snow • Clavia Nord Lead 2X • Waldorf microQ • Waldorf Microwave XT
FM SYNTHESIS
• Yamaha DX7 — original chip set emulation, based on VDX7 by Charles Chiaccona
• Yamaha OPL3 — Nuked OPL3 cycle-accurate FM by Nuke.YKT
"In this video I demonstrate my free browser-based Yamaha TX7 editor and librarian, built to make it easier to manage patches, load SysEx banks, edit voices and send sounds to the TX7 over Web MIDI.
The Yamaha TX7 is effectively a DX7 in a desktop module, originally designed as an expander for the DX7, but it has its own function memory differences that make a dedicated editor useful. This tool runs locally in the browser, reads voices from the TX7, saves full libraries, loads DX7 SysEx banks, edits six-operator FM voices visually and lets you send individual sounds when you need them. https://thedigitallifestyle.com/w/TDL...
Chapters:
00:00 Yamaha TX7 editor librarian intro
00:26 What the TX7 is and why it needs a dedicated editor
00:45 Browser-based Web MIDI setup
01:08 Reading voices from the TX7
01:24 TX function memory explained
01:49 Saving the full TX7 library
01:58 Loading DX7 SysEx banks
02:20 Auditioning loaded patches
02:39 Visual TX7 / DX7 voice editor
03:05 Algorithm, feedback and operator controls
03:27 TX7 function editor and patch settings
04:04 Using it as your main patch library
04:27 Sending individual patches and editor requests"
Click CC followed by the gear icon and your language at the bottom of the player for subtitles once the video starts.
"Uma breve visão geral do nosso novo DX5000."
"A brief overview of our new DX5000."
I checked their site for details, didn't find the DX500, but I did find the DX7000:
Rediscover the legendary sound of classic FM synthesis with the power and convenience of modern technology.
The DX7000 was designed to deliver the powerful and expressive sound of the original Yamaha DX7, with the unmistakable character that defined an entire generation of music. From crystal-clear electric pianos and metallic bells to punchy basses, expressive brass, lush pads and iconic digital textures, the DX7000 brings the classic FM sound back to your studio or stage. With 1,110 internal sounds carefully organized into categories, the DX7000 is ready to play right out of the box. It also includes memory for 256 user sounds, which can be received via MIDI SysEx from compatible DX7 libraries, editors and software tools.
DX7000 — the classic FM sound, ready for today.
Main Features
• Powerful sound inspired by the original Yamaha DX7 • 1,110 internal sounds organized into categories • 256 user sound memories via MIDI SysEx • 16-voice polyphony • Responds to Pitch Bend, Modulation Wheel and Sustain Pedal • MIDI Program Change for remote patch selection • Compatible with DX7 SysEx sound libraries • Compact and easy to use • Ideal for studio and live performance
"It's easy to laugh at the hokey premise ("the crew of the Enterprise explore never-before-visited space, and encounter... a Moog synthesizer"
Quite a bit of it actually sounds digital. In 1975 digital synths were pretty limited. Remember, the Yamaha DX7 would not come out until 1983. Back then you would have had the RMI Keyboard Computer (Model 300), released in 1974 by Rocky Mount Instruments (RMI). The Synclavier would not come out until 1977 and the DKS synergy in 1982. The Bell Labs Programmable Synthesizer as played by Laurie Spiegal (also known as the Alles Machine or "Alice") was developed in 1976 by engineer Hal Alles, a year later.
If anyone knows what was used for this Star Trek release, feel free to leave a comment.
Interesting side note: they communicate with it by playing music. Note this was before Close Encounters of the Third Kind, released in 1977.
"Creating a whole track with only M-Vave FM1 tweaked factory presets (even the drum sounds).
Each layer was recorded through SSL 2+ audio interface to Ableton Live. Used mostly internal FM-1 effects. Some EQ/panning (as it is mono) and a bit reverb+delay added in Ableton.
You can check my comparison of M-Vave FM-1 vs. Yamaha DX7 here:"
Real budget DX7 in your pocket? Vintage Yamaha DX7 vs. new M-Vave FM-1 sound comparison (no talking)
"Loaded the same patches to the original Yamaha DX7 and the new chinese M-Vave FM-1 portable mini FM synthesizer. All recorded simultaneously through SSL 2+ to ableton live, with some gain staging, but no processing. They sound pretty close, what do you think?"
"Synths used in these videos: Yamaha DX7, Yamaha Montage, Yamaha MODX, Prophet 6, Roland JV-80, Roland Jupiter-X
Daw: Cubase 14 pro
Audio interface: Apollo Twin X
00:00 Wanna Be Startin' Something 00:16 Thriller 00:38 Beat It 00:56 P.Y.T. 01:14 Human Nature 01:59 Bad 02:56 Billie Jean 03:41 Remember the Time 04:02 Thriller version 2 04:59 Another Part of Me 05:28 Smooth Criminal 05:46 Will You Be There 06:16 Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough 06:56 Thriller (Zombie dance live loop)"
"knob.monster is a modern, zero-driver web application designed to backup, edit, and organize patches on vintage hardware synthesizers directly from a web browser. Leveraging the Web MIDI API, the platform eliminates the need for legacy desktop software, custom USB-MIDI drivers, or manual command-line SysEx utilities.
Key Features:
Zero Installation: Runs directly in any Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Edge, Opera).
Instant Cloud Backup: Safely store your custom patch banks in a secure cloud vault.
Automatic Parsing: Upload SysEx files to instantly view, rename, and sort individual patches inside the bank.
Supported Hardware: Launching with full support for the Yamaha DX7, Roland Juno-106, and Korg M1, with Casio CZ, Prophet-5, and Matrix-1000 in active beta."
FM-1 Features: ● Built-in speaker: No external speakers needed, turn on and play instantly, your stage anytime, anywhere. ● Built-in arpeggio: Rich rhythmic layers, giving you endless possibilities for musical performance. ● Built-in sequencer: Supports saving 16 preset sequences. ● Built-in 6-band integrated effects chain. ● Built-in rechargeable lithium battery with power indicator: Ready to use anytime, anywhere – on the street, in a cafe, or in your bedroom. ● Built-in 145-parameter FM tone editing system: Supports importing original DX7 SysEx tone files, and batch loading of single tones and entire tone sets. ● Built-in sound source: This device features a built-in sound source (FM synthesizer engine) that emulates the classic Yamaha DX-7 FM synthesizer, fully replicating 6 operators and 32 algorithms. ● BT audio function: Wirelessly stream backing tracks from your mobile phone to the FM-1 for improvisation using the built-in speakers or headphones. ● 27-key silicone keyboard, covering two octaves, offering a supple touch and rapid rebound for a comfortable playing experience. ● 1.54-inch color display screen, providing real-time display of tone, parameters, and spectrum information. ● Backlit silicone buttons for silent operation and sensitive feedback. ● 7 sets of 360-degree rotary encoders for precise and intuitive control. ● 12 function keys for one-touch access to core functions. ● OCT± octave/transposition switch, covering the full range even on narrow keys. ● 3.5mm headphone jack with automatic speaker mute when headphones are plugged in, ensuring undisturbed creative work and immersive monitoring of every detail of the tone. ● 3.5mm MIDI input jack for supporting external MIDI device control. ● USB-C interface: USB Audio + USB MIDI composite device, automatically recognized upon connection to a computer.
user video:
M‑VAVE FM‑1 Review & Sound Demo – Fun Pocket FM Synth
"How does this under‑$70 FM synthesizer perform? Check out this video for a full feature walkthrough, sound demos, and my honest thoughts.
I first spotted the M‑VAVE FM‑1 at this year's Guangzhou Musical Instrument Fair, and picked one up shortly after for about 300 RMB (around $60). The packaging is minimal, the unit itself is compact (16×9 cm), yet it packs everything you'd need. Connectivity is surprisingly generous, with both wired and wireless MIDI and audio support – really well‑equipped for its size.
Inside, you get a 6‑operator FM engine, essentially a recreation of a classic 1980s Japanese synth. It comes with 128 preset sounds, plus an effects chain, a 16‑step sequencer, an arpeggiator, and deeper editing tools. Pair it with an external MIDI keyboard and the playability expands even further.
Are there minor software quirks? Sure. But at this price, they're hardly worth mentioning. Compared to other portable sound gadgets in its class, the FM‑1 is just plain fun. And for the money, the build quality and feature set far exceeded my expectations."
"B67 ZEN FM" synthesis engine (4 operators with linear FM + 4 wave shapes) for all Roland instruments that support the ZEN-Core standard: new editor and sound collection.
The new ZEN-Core Editor Librarian V2.0 (PC and MAC) is now available for Roland synthesizers from the Fantom, AX-Edge, and Jupiter-X/Xm.
Among many new features, it allows editing of a new synthesis engine, fully compatible with the ZEN-Core standard, which uses linear FM synthesis (4 operators) and 4 modulable operator waveshapes
The "B67 ZEN FM" synthesis engine is achieved through a special implementation of a ZEN-Core tone that allows access to only a limited number of synthesis parameters, leaving the others predefined and inaccessible (e.g., Structure 1-2/3-4 = XMOD2, Osc Type = VA).
Specifically, the modulation matrix is "locked" with predefined Source and Destination parameters to ensure correct modulations that operate on the main FM synthesis parameters.
Real-time editing is performed on a new page containing all the synthesis parameters, the operator frequencies settable via the freq. ratio parameter (0.25, 0.5, 0.78, 1, 1.5, 1.57, 1.78, 2, 3, 3.5, 4.5, etc.), the waveforms (SIN, SIN2, TRI, TRI2, TRI3, SAW, SQR, RAMP, JUNO), the graphic display of the 8 envelopes (4 for FM and 4 for shapes), a dedicated librarian (2048 sounds), 20 tone presets, 8 ENV presets, a clipboard, and the ability to copy and paste synthesis parameters.
Each sound is associated with one of the 93 MFX multi-effects, which can be edited in the dedicated section.
By applying waveshaping to the 4 operators' waveforms (via the FAT and PW parameters) and modulating them with 4 dedicated ENVs, the synthesis engine can replicate the phase distortion (PD) synthesis famous in Casio CZ synths.
When using sine wave oscillators and modulating their PW with the dedicated ADSR ENVs, the overall synthesis structure becomes similar to that of an 8-operator FM algorithm, as shown in the image: 4 operators (1, 2, 3, and 4) can have their frequencies freely configured, while the other 4 modulate the corresponding carriers and modulators with a 1:1 ratio.
Polyphony is 22 voices for all synthesizers, pianos, keyboards, wind instruments, guitar synths, and virtual instruments compatible with the ZEN-Core standard. This is reduced to 11 voices for the MC-101, MC-707, and VERSELAB MV-1 grooveboxes.
Simplified graphical editing of all parameters, sound management via the librarian, and parameter recall for subsequent editing is only possible with the ZEN-Core Editor Librarian V2.0.
The new B67 ZEN-Core Collection 3 (197 ZEN-Core tones in total) is also available, including 112 tones created with the "B67 ZEN-FM" synthesis engine.
Thanks to full compatibility with the ZEN-Core standard, these sounds can be used on all compatible instruments and virtual instruments: Zenology Pro, Zenbeats (ZC-1), FP-E50, RD-88, RD-08, Juno-D, Juno-X, V-Stage, MC-101, MC-707, Verselab MV-1, GM-800, Aerophone AE-20 Pro AE-30, GO:KEYS 5, GO:KEYS 3.
Along with the collection, the sounds with the B67 ZEN-FM synthesis engine also come with a proprietary file format that can be edited and managed within the Editor/Librarian V2.0 section, available for Fantom, AX-Edge, and Jupiter-X/Xm.
Among the various sounds in the collection, created with this synthesis, are emulations of some "classic" Yamaha DX7 sounds (Marimba, Vibe, Celesta, Bakket, Jazz Guitar, Tubular Bell, EPiano, Bowed Strings, Brass, Synth Bass, Metal, etc.) and original sounds that use FM and Wave Shape synthesis for new sounds with complex and evolving harmonic spectra.
The upgrade to version 2.0 of the ZEN-Core Editor Librarian for Fantom, AX-Edge, and Jupiter-X is free (it can be found in the Gumroad repository or through the paywall of those who purchased it).
Collection 3 (197 ZEN-Core tones, including 112 created with the B67 ZEN-FM synthesis engine) is available individually, in the "best of" version, and bundled with other collections and editors.
"A piano and synth cover of 'The Process' by the legendary Boards of Canada, from their incredible new album, 'Inferno'.
I've been captivated by the 'Inferno' album since its release and wanted to share my interpretation of this beautifully soothing and melancholic track. If you enjoy this, let me know in the comments! I'm planning to cover more from the album soon, with 'Naraka,' 'Hydrogen Helium Lithium Leviathan,' and 'Blood in the Labyrinth' being next on my list.
"This dx7 is a 2FD with E! expansion. The E! expansion expands its internal memory, makes the IIFD 8 part multi-timbral and adds a sequencer. If this one doesn't sell soon, we'll probably keep it.
