PRODUCTS
SEGA Genesis/Megadrive sound in your pocket
GENESIS YM2612 / YM3438
Introducing the DAFM synth GENESIS - a sound synthesizer using Frequency Modulation (FM) for unique, retro-inspired sounds. It features the YM2612 or YM3438 Yamaha chip used in the SEGA Genesis / Megadrive console. It includes presets from iconic games like Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage, and more. The YM2612 chip has a unique "ladder effect," while the YM3438 offers a cleaner output. It has 2 rotary encoders and a tactile keyboard for trying different patches, and presets can be saved in RAM or on an SD card. Stereo sound output, MIDI input, and powered via USB. The perfect mix for music makers and retro gamers alike.
Features:
- SOUND SYNTHESIS THROUGH FREQUENCY MODULATION (FM) USING YM2612/YM3438 YAMAHA CHIP
- 6 CHANNELS WITH 4 OPERATORS PER CHANNEL, 8 DIFFERENT ALGORITHMS
- ATTACK-DECAY-SUSTAIN-RELEASE (ADSR) ENVELOPES, FREQUENCIES, AND LOW FREQUENCY OSCILLATORS (LFOS)
- INCLUDES MORE THAN 30 PRESETS FROM ICONIC GENESIS/MEGADRIVE VIDEOGAMES, BANK 1 FOR LOADING UP TO 128 CUSTOM PRESETS FROM SD CARD
- MIDI CC MESSAGES IMPLEMENTATION TO CONTROL ALL YM2612/YM3438 PARAMETERS
- OPTION TO CHOOSE BETWEEN YM2612 OR YM3438 CHIP, WITH YM3438 OFFERING A CLEANER SOUND OUTPUT
- OPERATED THROUGH 2 ROTARY ENCODERS AND 4 BLUE OLED DISPLAYS
- TACTILE KEYBOARD OF 12 NOTES WITH OCTAVE CHANGE OPTION
- PRESETS CAN BE SAVED IN RAM MEMORY OR SD CARD AS DMP FILES (DEFLEMASK)
- STEREO SOUND OUTPUT THROUGH 3.5MM AUDIO JACK, MIDI INPUT, AND USB TYPE B CABLE (5V) FOR POWER
PRODUCTS
Arcade cabinet sounds in your pocket
ARCADE YM2151
Introducing the DAFM Synth ARCADE YM2151, a sound synthesizer using FM synthesis for unique, retro-inspired sounds The DAFM Synth - ARCADE is perfect for retro video game lovers and makers who want to explore musical experimentation. It includes presets from iconic arcade games like Street Fighter 2, Space Harrier, Ghouls'n Ghosts, Final Fight, OutRun, R-Type, Shinobi, Double Dragon, Golden Axe, Altered Beast, Marble Madness, Forgotten Worlds, Fantasy Zone 2 DX, and Ninja Spirit. It has 2 rotary encoders and a tactile keyboard for trying different patches, and presets can be saved in RAM or on an SD card. Stereo sound output, MIDI input, and powered via USB. The perfect mix for music makers and retro gamers alike.
Features:
- SOUND SYNTHESIS THROUGH FREQUENCY MODULATION (FM) USING YM2151 YAMAHA CHIP
- 8 CHANNELS WITH 4 OPERATORS PER CHANNEL, 8 DIFFERENT ALGORITHMS
- ATTACK-DECAY-SUSTAIN-RELEASE (ADSR) ENVELOPES, FREQUENCIES, AND LOW FREQUENCY OSCILLATORS (LFOS)
- INCLUDES MORE THAN 70 PRESETS FROM ICONIC ARCADE VIDEOGAMES, BANK 1 FOR LOADING UP TO 128 CUSTOM PRESETS FROM SD CARD
- MIDI CC MESSAGES IMPLEMENTATION TO CONTROL ALL YM2151 PARAMETERS
- SWITCH TO NOISE IN CHANNEL 8 CONTROLLABLE THROUGH MIDI CC
- OPERATED THROUGH 2 ROTARY ENCODERS AND 4 BLUE OLED DISPLAYS
- TACTILE KEYBOARD OF 12 NOTES WITH OCTAVE CHANGE OPTION
- PRESETS CAN BE SAVED IN RAM MEMORY OR SD CARD AS DMP FILES (DEFLEMASK)
PRODUCTS
Sound Blaster card as a pocket synthesizer with you
BLASTER YMF262 (OPL3)
Introducing the DAFM Synth Blaster YMF262 (OPL3) - a sound synthesizer that uses Frequency Modulation (FM) to produce unique sounds reminiscent of the 80s and 90s. This synthesizer features the YMF262 Yamaha chip, which was widely used in many sound cards, including the popular Sound Blaster Pro 2 and Sound Blaster 16 ASP. We wanted to create a synthesizer that would appeal to both retro gamers and music makers who are interested in experimenting with sound. The Blaster comes loaded with 128 General Midi 4-OP instruments that were designed by The Fat Man and used in iconic 90s PC video games such as Doom, Descent, Tyrian, and Heretic, among others. These presets can be found in Bank 0, while Bank 1 can be used to load up to 128 presets from the SD Card. It has 2 rotary encoders and a tactile keyboard for trying different patches, and presets can be saved in RAM or on an SD card. Stereo sound output, MIDI input, and powered via USB. The perfect mix for music makers and retro gamers alike.
Features:
- SOUND SYNTHESIS THROUGH FREQUENCY MODULATION (FM) USING YMF262 (OPL3) YAMAHA CHIP
- 6 CHANNELS WITH 4 OPERATORS PER CHANNEL, 4 DIFFERENT ALGORITHMS
- PERCUSSION KIT BASED ON 2 OPERATORS PRESETS IN MIDI CHANNEL 7
- ATTACK-DECAY-SUSTAIN-RELEASE (ADSR) ENVELOPES, FREQUENCIES, AND LOW FREQUENCY OSCILLATORS (LFOS)
- INCLUDES 128 PRESETS FROM ICONIC PC VIDEOGAMES, BANK 1 FOR LOADING UP TO 128 CUSTOM PRESETS FROM SD CARD
- MIDI CC MESSAGES IMPLEMENTATION TO CONTROL ALL YMF262 PARAMETERS
- OPERATED THROUGH 2 ROTARY ENCODERS AND 4 BLUE OLED DISPLAYS
- TACTILE KEYBOARD OF 12 NOTES WITH OCTAVE CHANGE OPTION
- PRESETS CAN BE SAVED IN RAM MEMORY OR SD CARD AS OPLI FILES (OPL3 BANK EDITOR)
- STEREO SOUND OUTPUT THROUGH 3.5MM AUDIO JACK, MIDI INPUT, AND USB TYPE B CABLE (5V) FOR POWER
Great news! The DAFM synth has now been redesigned as a DIY friendly kit, perfect for enthusiasts who want to build their own synthesizer.
The kit involves soldering through-hole components, and you can find the build instructions on the project website on Hackaday. If you're not confident in your soldering skills, don't worry - you can select the option for me to assemble the kit for you when you order. Additionally, if you're new to soldering through-hole components, you can check out the tutorial on the website to help you get started. Happy building!
GENESIS YM2612 / YM3438 – DIY Kit
ARCADE YM2151 – DIY Kit
