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Description
Dexed is a multi platform, multi format plugin synth that is closely modeled on the Yamaha DX7. Under the hood it uses music-synthesizer-for-android for the synth engine.
The goal of this project is to be a tool/companion for the original DX7. Sound engine with 'float' value parameters, different waveform à la TX81z would be great but anything that goes beyond the DX7 should and will be a fork of this project. This is to keep the compatibility with the original machine.
Dexed is licensed on the GPL v3.
Features:
- Multi platform (OS X, Windows or Linux) and multi format (VST, AU, LV2).
- The sound engine music-synthesizer-for-android is closely modeled on the original DX7 characteristics.
- 144 DAW automatable DX7 parameters available from one single panel.
- Fully supports DX7 input and output Sysex messages; including controller change. This means that you can use this with a native DX7/TX7 as a patch editor and SysEx manager.
- Each operator have a realtime VU meter to know which one is active.
- Can load/save any DX7/TX7 SysEx programs. It is also possible to save a single program into a different SysEx file.
Videos
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Dexed FM synth VST by Digital Suburban
Dexed FM synth VST by Digital Suburban
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Yamaha DX7 (1983) vs. Digital Suburban Dexed (2014)
Eivind Engedal
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Digital Suburban Dexed [Free DX7 Style Synth Plugin]
Higher HZ
Dexed by Digital Suburban
Anita Potter
FREE Dexed by Digital Suburban
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Reviews
PROS
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Authentic DX7 sound emulation, almost indistinguishable from the original.
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Free to use, making it accessible for all.
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Light on CPU resources, ensuring smooth performance.
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Can communicate with real DX7 units and load/save patches.
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Offers a vast library of DX7 sysex files and patches.
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Easier to program than an actual DX7.
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Suitable for vintage genres like Synthwave and 80s pop.
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Acts as a patch editor for other FM synthesizers.
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Versatile, with the ability to run multiple instances on platforms like Raspberry Pi.
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Maintains a vintage Yamaha look with user-friendly virtual knobs.
CONS
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Interface can be confusing and cluttered for beginners.
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Lacks some advanced features found in paid alternatives like Arturia's DX7 plugin.
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Notes can stick when using certain MIDI controllers.
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Default patches may not showcase the best sounds.
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Overwhelming number of available patches can be daunting to navigate.
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Digital Suburban Dexed.
Features and functionality
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Dexed loads .SYX presets from the original DX7 synth, enhancing its versatility for users familiar with the classic hardware.
Source
Software and compatibility
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Dexed allows transferring presets onto a Volca FM, expanding its utility for users with hardware synthesizers.
Source
4.5 out of 5
Based on 18 Reviews and 78 Ratings
3582
Best free DX7 emulator
Dexed can read DX7 patches, sounds quite like a DX7, is way easier to program than a DX7 and is completely free of charge. I'd happily pay 10€, if only they could make the GUI a bit better...
41029
greed, except I would give them $20US... saves me a lot of time fucking with my actual DX7, but its also glitchy sometimes and the interface is a bit funky
Awesome DX7 Emulation
If you do something like Synthwave or another vintage genre you HAVE to use this synth! It's free, sounds wonderuful vintage and you can load original Yamaha DX7 Patches.
41029
Its really hard to get motivated to break out my actual DX7 now that I have DEXED.
89
Good plugin
FM experience is nice! The plug-in has a clean and neat interface
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41029
then you should review it once you spend time making patches on it
153
Alright - I am more familiar with the VST now. It is AMAZING. I would really recommend this one, it's free + has SO many different channels you can experiment with
Artist usage
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The lead synth line in PieFace is an identical match to the preset "Laurie" when using Digital Suburban DEXED
On Four Tet's Bandcamp page for his new album, New Energy, there's a note at the bottom that says, "Created on a laptop computer using Ableton Live software to control and mix VST plugins as well as manipulations of audio recordings. Plugins used for sound generation include Omnisphere, Kontakt, Dexed and Arturia V Collection. "
In the YouTube video "How To Synthwave Pt. 2: Analog and Digital Synthesizers," Barely Alive demonstrates their use of the Digital Suburban Dexed synth plugin.
In an interview with MusicTech in 2021, Temporex describes using Dexed as a main piece of gear for his creations :
''It has to be Dexed. It’s a hyper-accurate DX7 emulator that can even load DX7 .sysex patches. I use it on pretty much every song on Bowling and have been using it since my 2017 album, Care. It’s been my secret weapon for quite some time now, and I’ve been reluctant to tell people about it, but I’ve realised that nobody will use Dexed the way I do.'' - Temporex
Album Usage
The Digital Suburban Dexed has been featured on the following albums:
Genre Usage
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