Discover the Magic of the PG-8X: Your Gateway to Synthwave

The Roland JX-8P is a legendary synthesizer that has stood the test of time.

Why the PG-8X is Essential for Synthwave Enthusiasts

I recently came across a post from Timecop1983, who cited the PG-8X as one of his favorite synths. He regularly incorporates it into his workflow. Intrigued, I decided to give this classic emulation a try. I'm happy to report that it quickly became a new staple in my music production.

To help others get started with synthwave and retro music, I’ve released a collection of presets designed specifically for the PG-8X VST. These presets provide a great foundation for crafting that nostalgic, synth-heavy sound.

You can check out my presets here: Explore 19 Synthwave Starters Synth Presets with the PG-8X Virtual Synthesizer—unleash the power of free presets for a classic retro sound experience.

Enhance Your Sound with Martin Lüders’ VST Plugins

Additionally, I recommend Martin Lüders’ excellent VST plugins. They are free and enhance your synth arsenal. His PG-8X VST emulates the JX-8P wonderfully. He also offers a superb Chorus VST that I’ll be integrating into my workflow soon—it sounds fantastic.

Key Features of the PG-8X VST

• Supports polyphony of up to 12 voices

• Two DCOs with Saw, Square, Pulse, and Noise waveforms

• Hard Sync and Ring Modulation

• Two exponential envelope generators

• 24 dB resonant Low Pass filter

• High Pass filter (3 stages)

• Stereo Chorus effect

• Import and Export options for JX-8P SysEx data

  
  

Read more about the VST here: pg-8x by ML-VST - Synthesizer Plugin VST

Compatibility and Feedback

Please note, the patches I’ve created should be compatible with a real JX-8P, although I haven't personally tested this. If anyone does try them, I’d love to hear your feedback. Let me know if they work!

Connect with Me

For any questions or to share your experiences, feel free to contact me at:

VINTAGESOUNDSET@GMAIL.COM

Conclusion: Unleash Your Creativity

The PG-8X is not just a synthesizer; it’s a gateway to creativity. Whether you are a seasoned producer or just starting, this VST can help you achieve that iconic synthwave sound. Dive into the world of retro music and let your creativity flow with the PG-8X and my custom presets. Happy producing!