THREE GREAT FM SYNTHS

This setup we’ve described above is essentially that of Yamaha’s DX7 – probably the best even – as in the case of things like Korg Opsix or Kilohearts Phase Plant – use alternative known FM synth of all time, and the one that brought the concept to mass market attention. forms of modulation synthesis such as ring mod, phase distortion or wavefolding.

Its 6-operator, 32 algorithm design is essentially the blueprint used as the core of most FM The DX7 was notoriously difficult to program too. Thankfully, the new wave of FM synths synths today. Modern hardware and software often builds on these ideas though. Common that have emerged in recent years are far more user-friendly, allowing musicians to get enhancements include the ability to add more operators, change the operator waveshape or hands-on for live tweaking and performance.