The Oxo Synth2 synthesizer developed by OXO-Music is now available for free!
In this article, we cover the download details and an overview of Oxo Synth2.
1. What Is OXO-Music Oxo Synth2?
Oxo Synth2 is an open-source synthesizer that faithfully recreates “Synth1”, the classic synth by Daichi Laboratory that has not been updated for many years. It uses the same parameters as Synth1 and can load Synth1 patches (.sy1 files and zip banks) as they are. The synth engine itself is left untouched, while some usability aspects such as MIDI Learn and themes have been improved. According to the developer, the original Synth1 was studied only through its audio output, and no disassembly or decompilation of its binaries was performed.
Key Features
- Same parameters as Synth1
- Loads Synth1 patches (.sy1 files and zip banks)
- Partially improved UX with MIDI Learn, themes and more (synth engine unchanged)
- Open source (MIT License)
- macOS: VST3 / AU (macOS 14 Sonoma or later, Apple silicon and Intel)
- Windows: VST3 (Windows 10 or later, 64-bit)
- iPad: AUv3 (iPadOS 17 or later)
- Version 1.1.5
2. How to Download and Install Oxo Synth2
Go to the official product page, click “Download”, and download either the macOS version (.dmg) or the Windows version (.zip), then install it. The iPad version is available on the App Store — just search for “Oxo Synth2”.
Summary
That wraps up our look at the free Oxo Synth2 release from OXO-Music. If you loved Synth1 and want a modern, actively maintained version that still opens your favorite patches, Oxo Synth2 is well worth grabbing.