2612 Blog has released YM2612
VST, a freeware emulation of the Sega
Genesis YM2612 sound chip in VSTi plugin format for
Windows.
This is a VST that uses code which
emulates the sound chip found inside of the Sega
Genesis/Megadrive systems. It’s the closest you can
get to the real thing currently without actually
circuit bending a Genesis. If you don’t know/care
what a Genesis is, this VST is basically a 4
operator FM synth.
You can load it up in any music
editor that supports VST instrument plugins, and use
it to compose chip tunes, create FM sound effects,
etc. If you want to do old school arcade style chip
tunes this is your plugin right here.
Features
- Full control over almost every
aspect of an emulated YM2612
- Midi automation support,
right-click any control and select “Midi Learn” to
make it listen for a midi signal to latch on to
- A large collection of presets I’ve
snaked from various Genesis games
- Both Plus GX and Gens sound cores
are implemented, you can switch back and forth
between whichever suits you
- Early support allowing 6
instruments through one VST, allowing you to limit
yourself to one chip for authenticity
- Channel 3 special button for
creating sound effects like beefy FM explosions and
what not (Disable all channels but channel 3 when
this is on)