Checked September 2026
Arturia
Arturia DX7 V review
Synths
Software take on the Yamaha DX7 with 6 operators, 32 algorithms and 25 waveforms per operator. Best for FM bells, electric pianos and basses. Price: $149 one-time.
Key features
- 32 DX7 algorithms
- 25 waveforms per operator
- Per-operator multimode filters
- 4 effect slots
- 32-voice polyphony
- SysEx import of DX7 patches
Pros
- Far easier to program than the original
- 432 factory presets
Cons
- FM synthesis still has a learning curve
Arturia DX7 V alternatives
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Sources: www.arturia.com