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Zynthian is an ''Open Synth Platform'' MIDI synthesizer based on the Raspberry Pi, Linux (Raspbian). It is fully open source (hardware and software). It is inexpensive (about $100 - bare-bones DIY to $350 - all options, ready-to-use) and supports a wide variety of popular Linux audio synthesis tools and plugins.
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'''[http://zynthian.org Website] . [http://shop.zynthian.org Shop] . [https://discourse.zynthian.org Forum] . [http://blog.zynthian.org Blog] . [https://github.com/zynthian Github] . [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc9Tv__HdwQjPjKUd5mIhaw Youtube]'''
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'''Zynthian is a compact, self-contained, music-making computer''' that can be used as a '''keyboard expander, audio effects unit, MIDI processor / router and groovebox / micro-DAW.'''
  
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'''[http://zynthian.org Zynthian Website] . [https://discourse.zynthian.org Forum] . [http://blog.zynthian.org Blog] . [https://github.com/zynthian Github]'''
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Zynthian is an ''open hardware'' device based on Raspberry Pi and running zynthianOS, a customized linux distribution, specifically configured and adapted for audio synthesis & processing. ZynthianOS runs the physical UI (touch display + rotary encoders + buttons), allowing you to create multiple sound chains (synthesis + audio processing chains) using a large collection of [[Engines|synth engines and processing plugins]], most of them Free Software along with some commercial ones.
  
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'''Zynthian provides a very flexible foundation to create and explore music the way you want to.''' Some use cases:
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* [[Zynthian_Box_Building|Building a Zynthian Box]]
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* [[Zynthian_Software|Getting the Zynthian Software]]
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* '''For keyboardists''', plug in your favorite midi controller/keyboard, create some synth chains and jam out. You can choose over 60 synth engines available, add effects (>1000 available), splits, layers, transpose, etc.
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* [[Zynthian_Box_Updating|Updating your Zynthian Box]]
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* '''For guitar players and vocalists''',  plug in your guitar or mic and use it as a multi-FX unit. Over 1000 plugins available. SooperLooper enables live looping and overdubbing
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* [[Accessing Zynthian from your computer|Accessing your Zynthian Box from a computer]]
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* '''For music producers''', use it as a groove box for producing your own music. Create a set of synth chains and all the patterns you need with the step sequencer  You can live-record your patterns using a midi keyboard or enter the notes step by step. There are swing, humanization and play chance options to make your patterns more dynamic and fresh.
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* [[Zynthian_Users_Guide|User's Guide]]
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* '''For music producers''', plug in your hardware midi sequencer(s) to control your synth chains, assign parameters to your device and tweak to your heart's content.
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* [[Zynthian_Supported_Synth_Engines|Supported Synth Engines & Plugins]]
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* '''For sound explorers''', create your own patches layering one or more synth engines and save them for later using snapshots
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* '''For performers''', record the multitrack audio and midi of your performances with immediate access to files via the web interface
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* '''For performers and students''', compose your totally un-cheesy backing tracks using the built-in step sequencer and arranger functions to support your live performance. Launch the sequences with your favorite midi controller.
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* '''Your favorite use-case ;-)'''
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Building a zynthian box is not difficult and relatively inexpensive, varying from 100 to 500 €, depending on the chosen components. You can:
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* '''[https://shop.zynthian.org/ Buy the official V5 kit]''' or just some parts in the [https://shop.zynthian.org/ Zynthian Shop]
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* '''[[Zynthian_Box_Building#Other Guides|Build everything from scratch]]''' using the publicly available documentation. You’ll be able to go from a totally headless system to an integrated instrument with your midi keyboard.
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* '''[[No_Hardware_Build|Try zynthian’s software]]''' with only a Raspberry Pi, a HDMI display and a USB mouse. Once setup, connect & control remotely with a touchscreen device.
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Zynthian is a working project in active development and supported by volunteers. While best efforts are made, this wiki may not match the current state of the software. To catch up on the latest, check in at the active and friendly [https://discourse.zynthian.org Forum]
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=== Getting Started with Zynthian ===
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* '''[[Zynthian_Box_Building|Building a Zynthian Box]]'''
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* '''[[Zynthian_Software|Getting the Software]]'''
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* '''[[Zynthian_Users_Guide|User's Guide]]'''
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* [[Zynthian_Updating|Updating the Software]]
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* [[Accessing Zynthian from your computer|Remote Access & Control]]
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* [[Zynthian_FAQ|FAQ]]
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=== Explore Zynthian ===
 
* [[Zynthian_Features|Zynthian Features]]
 
* [[Zynthian_Features|Zynthian Features]]
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* '''[[Zynthian_Sound_Demos|Sound Demos]]'''
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* [[Zynthian_Supported_Synth_Engines|Synth Engines & Plugins]]
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* [[Sound_Fonts|SoundFonts]]
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* [[Zynthian_Boxes_Photo_Gallery|Photo Gallery]]
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=== Zynthian Project ===
 
* [[Zynthian_TODO_list|TODO list]]
 
* [[Zynthian_TODO_list|TODO list]]
 
* [[Zynthian_Wishlist|Wishlist]]
 
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* [[Zynthian Development|Developer's Info]]
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* [[Zynthian_Boxes_Photo_Gallery|Photo Gallery]]
 
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* [[Zynthian_Media_References|Media References]]
 
* [[Zynthian_Media_References|Media References]]
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* [[Zynthian modgui Guide|How to create modgui images for MOD-UI]]
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Latest revision as of 07:32, 28 September 2024

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Zynthian is a compact, self-contained, music-making computer that can be used as a keyboard expander, audio effects unit, MIDI processor / router and groovebox / micro-DAW.

Zynthian is an open hardware device based on Raspberry Pi and running zynthianOS, a customized linux distribution, specifically configured and adapted for audio synthesis & processing. ZynthianOS runs the physical UI (touch display + rotary encoders + buttons), allowing you to create multiple sound chains (synthesis + audio processing chains) using a large collection of synth engines and processing plugins, most of them Free Software along with some commercial ones.

Zynthian provides a very flexible foundation to create and explore music the way you want to. Some use cases:

  • For keyboardists, plug in your favorite midi controller/keyboard, create some synth chains and jam out. You can choose over 60 synth engines available, add effects (>1000 available), splits, layers, transpose, etc.
  • For guitar players and vocalists, plug in your guitar or mic and use it as a multi-FX unit. Over 1000 plugins available. SooperLooper enables live looping and overdubbing
  • For music producers, use it as a groove box for producing your own music. Create a set of synth chains and all the patterns you need with the step sequencer You can live-record your patterns using a midi keyboard or enter the notes step by step. There are swing, humanization and play chance options to make your patterns more dynamic and fresh.
  • For music producers, plug in your hardware midi sequencer(s) to control your synth chains, assign parameters to your device and tweak to your heart's content.
  • For sound explorers, create your own patches layering one or more synth engines and save them for later using snapshots
  • For performers, record the multitrack audio and midi of your performances with immediate access to files via the web interface
  • For performers and students, compose your totally un-cheesy backing tracks using the built-in step sequencer and arranger functions to support your live performance. Launch the sequences with your favorite midi controller.
  • Your favorite use-case ;-)

Building a zynthian box is not difficult and relatively inexpensive, varying from 100 to 500 €, depending on the chosen components. You can:

Zynthian is a working project in active development and supported by volunteers. While best efforts are made, this wiki may not match the current state of the software. To catch up on the latest, check in at the active and friendly Forum

Zynthian v5 render desplegado.jpg


1 Getting Started with Zynthian

2 Explore Zynthian

3 Zynthian Project


NOTE: Registering new users has been disabled for security/spam reasons. If you want to contribute to this Wiki, please ask in the forum.

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