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Sonicware Liven XFM [FM Synthesizer Groove Box] 3 new FM engines with 4-track sequencer

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At a glance

Condition
New
Model
LVN-020
Dimensions
11.69 x 6.93 x 1.89 in
Weight
790 g
Color
Black
Material
Plastic
Set Name
LIVEN XFM
In the box
Built-in speakerUser manual
Warranty
1 year manufacture's warranty.

Features 5

  • Four types of FM synth engines
  • 6-note polyphonic
  • Sequencer with 4 track, 64 steps & 128 patterns
  • Rich interface with MIDI IN/OUT, SYNC IN/OUT, and LINE IN/OUT

Description

The LIVEN XFM is a compact synth equipped with live performance focused features, four FM synth engines, and a 4-track step sequencer. Its three newly developed FM FUSION engines enable a wide variety of sound possibilities. The X-LAB engine automatically analyzes and balances two sounds that you can intuitively mix between with a simple knob twist. Two overlays are included for making precise edits to sounds, allowing you to take full advantage of all the FM Engine's parameters. It also has powerful features ideal for electronic live performance, including 16 physical control knobs, a step-by-step parameter lock function, realtime effects and an interface designed to easily sync up with a wealth of external devices. Merge two FM sounds with a single knob to create a completely new sound. Transform one FM sound into another over a specific period of time. Continuously transform between two FM sounds using an LFO. Ready-to-use presets including, leads, keyboards, strings, winds, basses, pads, chords, drums, and sound effects. Merge and sculpt FM sounds with a single, intuitive, knob turn. The X-Lab engine merges two FM sounds by smoothly blending their envelopes, modulation routing, and feedback. The X-Lab algorithm can merge sounds with radically different FM structures and overtones, all without losing the fundamental tuning of the sound. Pitch locking can also be turned off to create brilliant atonal transitions between FM sounds. For those who want to dive into the FM Engine, the EDIT mode and included overlay provide full access to the innovative 4-OP XFM engine. 15 knobs and 30 buttons provide quick and intuitive access to all FM parameters. Explore FM synthesis without the conventional menu diving and head scratching. Supports a Wide Variety of Clock Signals Traditional MIDI and SYNC clocks are supported, as well as the Audio Sync function used by Teenage Engineering’s Pocket Operators and the ELZ_1, which combines the clock and audio signals into a single stereo cable. Functioning as a bridge, the LIVEN can translate clock between MIDI, SYNC, and Audio Sync devices, so all of your gear can play in time. Audio Chain Connection The LINE IN jack allows you to chain other electronic instruments together without the need for a mixer for simple configurations. Dimensions : 11.7(W) x 6.9(D) x 1.5(H) inches Weight: approx. 1.7 lbs

Specs 17

Color Black
Brand SONICWARE
Material Plastic
Model Name LIVEN XFM
Item dimensions L x W x H 11.69 x 6.93 x 1.89 inches
Brand Name SONICWARE
Model Number LVN-020
Manufacturer SONICWARE

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Top Amazon Reviews


21st century DX-100
I know FM synthesis, and I even know how to program original FM sounds: I bought a DX-7 in 1986, followed by a DX-100 in 1988. This reminds me a LOT of the DX-100 I used to own. Before getting this, I got the Liven Ambient 0, so my learning curve was already halfway in the rear-view mirror. Every Sonicware synth is a little different, but they also have a lot in common. Anyway, the sounds brought back tons of nostalgia, and it has some new tricks up its sleeve. The only downside is there are limited voices available, so don't think you'll be doing a full-blown TX-816 masterpiece with the XFM. But hey, for $239? It's a no brainer. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2024 by RD

Easy to Play and Very Capable
A lot of bang for the buck with this instrument. I have high end synths but got this for my Grandson who is 8. I couldn’t believe the sound and capability coming from this little synth, and I didn’t need to instruct him about how to operate it, it’s intuitive. Great price!
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2024 by SAMGU

Quality Assurance Questions
This item arrived in a nice package and it looks very impressive, however the actual buttons that serve as "keys" felt flimsy and just did not appear sturdy enough to hold up over time.
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024 by Roark

Extremely unintuitive and bad sound
This looked like a very interesting synth. I enjoy figuring out how to use technical gadgets and I was excited to tweak an additive synthesizer. Sadly, this device is very poorly designed and is so unintuitive and so non user friendly, after 3-4 hours of sitting with it I couldn't get it to do anything interesting. What really sealed the deal to return it was the realization that it just simply sounds bad. Sure, the internal speaker is a joke, but even with headphones or plugged into monitor speakers, I found the sounds very low quality and unpleasant to listen to. After returning this synth, I bought a Roland J-6 and a T-8 and the experience and sound is night and day different. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2025 by Alex

great
great
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2022 by Amazon Customer

Good
Good
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2022 by Robert

Blown away here
This little jewel has so many bells and whistles! It is simply amazing how many features are packed into this little FM synth and sequencer. I may never learn them all, there are so many. I'm having a lot of fun with it and find it one of the best values in subtle out there currently. I own several Roland units, including an old Juno and a JD-Xi, also fun {but triple the price), and even an old Yamaha Tx and Nord Stage 2. Those are all very cool, butt this i can hold on my lap in my easy chair and tweak for hours and hours into the night, with just a set of earbuds. So easy and portable, but still FX and dozens of features with hundreds of presets and unlimited possibilities to generate your own sounds and grooves. I can't recommend this enough, it's truly AMAZING! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2022 by Tekrytor
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