Immerse yourself in the world of classic FM synthesis with the Dexed plugin from Digital Suburban. This virtual instrument is an accurate emulation of the legendary Yamaha DX7 synthesizer, which defined the sound of an entire era, especially the music of the 80s. Dexed doesn’t just reproduce the sound; it’s a powerful and convenient tool for working with DX7 timbres in your digital studio.
Accuracy and Authenticity
The main goal of the Dexed developers was to create the most accurate equivalent of the original DX7. The plugin’s sound engine meticulously models the characteristics of the hardware synthesizer, using floating-point calculations to ensure authentic FM sound. This makes Dexed an ideal tool both for reproducing classic DX7 presets and for creating completely new, unique timbres that retain the character of the original.
Companion Tool for DX7/TX7
In addition to being used as a standalone VST/AU synthesizer, Dexed is designed as a full-fledged companion tool for the Yamaha DX7 and TX7 hardware synthesizers. With full support for Sysex messages (System Exclusive) both input and output, you can use Dexed as a convenient graphical editor for your physical instruments. This greatly simplifies the process of creating and editing patches compared to working directly on the hardware itself.
Main Features and Capabilities
Dexed offers a number of key features that make it a powerful and flexible tool in your workflow:
- Wide compatibility: Supports Windows (32-bit and 64-bit), MacOS, and Linux operating systems. Available in VST and AU plugin formats.
- Full control: All 144 parameters that match the DX7 structure are available for control directly from a single plugin window and can be fully automated in any modern DAW (Digital Audio Workstation).
- Visual monitoring: Each of the six FM synthesis operators has its own real-time VU meter, allowing you to see the activity of each sound component.
- Convenient work with patches: You can easily load and save any Sysex program files created for DX7 or TX7. It is also possible to save a separate patch to a separate Sysex file.
- Extensive preset library: The plugin comes with a large compilation containing 1024 ready-made programs, which will serve as an excellent starting point for your creative process or simply give you access to a wide range of classic FM sounds.
Why Choose Dexed?
If you are looking for the authentic FM sound of the legendary Yamaha DX7 without the need to purchase a hardware synthesizer, or if you need a convenient and powerful editor for your existing DX7/TX7, Dexed is an excellent choice. Its accurate modeling, full Sysex integration, extensive automation capabilities, and cross-platform compatibility make it one of the best free FM synthesizers available today. Add the characteristic ringing bass, atmospheric pads, or piercing DX7 leads to your tracks with Dexed and experience the magic of classic FM synthesis.
