XSynth - Controller / Synth from ESI

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Xsynth Editor v1.04 (with Firmware v1.58.54.34)

  • Arpeggiator patterns can now be selected on hardware
  • Patch Save query can be disabled and Global Transponse can be set on new Page in Global on hardware
  • When saving, current patch name is retained in Save dialog
  • New shortcuts for MIDI CH settings on hardware:
    • Press and hold ENTER, turn the leftmost encoder: Change MIDITxCh
    • Press and hold ENTER, turn the second encoder: Change MIDIRxCh
  • Osc2 StartMod can now be controlled on hardware
  • Communication between Xsynth and Editor improved: errors with controlling LFO Delay, Rate, Unison solved
  • PWM control now available for all waveforms

https://download.esi-audio.com/?w=esi&p=131&g=5&l=en

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I would stay away if you’re on Windows. After the update, the computer crashes as soon as the xsynth is connected :confused:

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that whole thing (synth & editor) is pretty buggy and many of the features aren’t well thought out IMHO but it’s small, lightweight and sounds good, so let’s hope for updates…

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I’ve identified the problem coming from a filter kernel driver which was added by a firmware updating app. Once removed, there was no crash when connecting the Xsynth anymore.
It’s still strange that it’s the only device reacting so violently to the filter, but at least it shouldn’t affect people with “cleaner” setups.

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For a long time not being here, happen to find one XSynth for $299, so, will try it again. The update is on number 1.0.9, think many bugs have been squashed down, will see if it’s a keeper or not.

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Anybody has an additional sound pack for the XSynth besides the Limbics’ Spores (bought it already)?

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Does this have a looper?