Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What's the current state of development?
The Eosynth began its beta test program in Q2 of 2023, and its development is ongoing. The original product name was FS-256, but has since been rebranded to Eosynth. Eosynth is moving closer to product release, with an estimated timeline of Q2 2025 (spring 2025).
Q: When's the product release?
Product release is targeted for the Q2 of 2025 (spring 2025).
Q: What's the final price of the Eosynth?
There are several market dynamics at play to set the final price of the Eosynth. I am a one person shop, and need to set a margin for the product that rewards both myself and the community. The price is not final as of 11/5/2024. Please reach out with feedback if you have any on the price.
Q: What's the difference between additive synthesis and subtractive synthesis?
The quick answer is this: music synthesis is based on the original sound created from a source oscillator. Subtractive synthesis typically uses oscillators like the square wave, triangle or sawtooth. These signals are limited in what they can generate in the frequency domain, which is how we hear. Additive synthesis can generate tones that could not be created with subtractive synthesis.
Q: Can I be part of the Beta program?
Thank you - our Beta program is full, please reach out for further inquiries.
Q: How many units will be available when first released?
The initial production run will be limited. Please send a message or sign up for the email list if you're interested in this product, as it will help plan for future production runs.
Q: Will there be a Kickstarter?
No, we don't believe in asking anyone for a financial commitment for an unfinished product.
Q: Why so much touchscreen?
Additive synthesis requires the control of a lot of variables. The graphical user interface on the Eosynth simplifies the input of these variables, and it is most effective using the dual display. It does increase the cost of the product, but its a tradeoff that was worth making.
The Eosynth also uses the second display to perform a real-time FFT (frequency display) of the sound being played, which gives you the visual feedback of what you've created, and correlates to what you hear.
Q: Can I save patches?
Yes - after creating a new voice you can save it to the SD card. The SD card will also store factory shipped voices (patches). You can export your custom patches off the SD card and share with the community, and try patches that others have created.
Song mode will load one or more voice patches, and map those voices/patches to MIDI Input Channels, to allow for one or more external devices to synthesize on the Eosynth using different MIDI channels. Songs can be saved to the SD card for future reference.
Performance mode will queue multiple Songs together for a live performance, recording in a studio, or jamming in a basement. Arrange multiple songs in a row, and move from one Song to the next when the jamming is done.
Q: When will the User Manual be available?
The user manual is in development and will be available prior to product release. The manual will be available via email registration soon.
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Any other questions? Please contact us for further inquiries.
Eric