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Dexed vs PREMIER SOUND FACTORY
Both stand on virtual instruments. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source iPhoneLinuxMac+1
Dexed pairs a DX7-modeled synth with librarian functions and a broad set of automatable parameters. It is free under GPL v3, though documentation is limited and the project cautions against expecting a perfect clone.
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PREMIER SOUND FACTORY offers a varied catalog, with specific playback and instrument details for KAWAI Legend and KAGUYA. Check each library’s Kontakt requirements and the download and support terms before buying.
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| Dexed | PREMIER SOUND FACTORY | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Runs on | iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Wind Chime Premier G: $16.20, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 10 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | asb2m10.github.io | premiersoundfactory.com |
| On virtual instruments | #1 of 33 | #5 of 33 |
Dexed: what it does well
- Free software under GPL v3.
- Available as plugin and standalone app.
- Supports VST, AU, and LV2 formats.
- Exposes 144 DAW-automatable parameters.
- Loads and saves DX7/TX7 SysEx programs.
What to know first
- Documentation is minimal.
- It is not expected to be a perfect DX7 clone.
PREMIER SOUND FACTORY: what it does well
- KAWAI Legend includes harmonic resonance and half-pedal playback
- KAGUYA includes 36 Japanese scales and 214 phrase patterns
- One license covers installation on two computers
- License permits commercial and noncommercial production use
- Free products are available
What to know first
- Some products require full Kontakt, not Kontakt Player
- Download links expire after one month
- Licenses cannot be transferred
- Phone and email technical support are not provided
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