Gospel Musicians has announced the release of an update to its virtual Yamaha SY-85/TG500 instrument. Whereas the original version only included raw waves, TGX-85 Version 2 for desktop and iOS also includes all factory voice and performance presets.
Released in 1992, this was one of this was the first digital keyboards I ever owned. I used this keyboard when I was first starting out in college. At the time, I didn’t know the jewel I had until I purchased it again some years later. This keyboard has some of the best sounding pads, synths, strings, and leads of any synth I’ve heard and can rival newer synths today. You will immediately recognize the lushness in the sound and we made sure to capture all of it in this library!
Furthermore, with our modern synthesis in our Pure Synth® architecture, we are able to expand the sound capabilities far past what the hardware offers. For example, we have a sophisticated monophonic/glide mode that is not present in the hardware. Our effects are also modern and you are able to use multiple chains which were limiting on the hardware. All-in-all you will get the full SY-85 experience no matter which platform you choose (Pure Synth® Expansion or Standalone UI)
With version 2 the standalone app and plugins (VST/AU/AAX/AUv3) do not require any third party sampler/players. It uses standard serial keys authorization and samples are downloaded and extracted from within the application. The update also adds Overloud’s VKFX Effects Suite.
The updated TGX-85 is on sale for the intro price of $74.95 USD until July 31st, 2023 (regular $149.99 USD). The iOS version is on sale for $9.99 USD.
More information: Gospel Musicians / TGX-85 Version 2
