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Sonicware Liven MEGA SYNTHESIS [Retro Game Music Composer] Fully Recreate the Legendary Sound of That 16-bit Video Game Console, 320 FM game sounds, 64 PCM drum kits, 6-Track sequencer, 10 types FX
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Sonicware Liven MEGA SYNTHESIS [Retro Game Music Composer] Fully Recreate the Legendary Sound of That 16-bit Video Game Console, 320 FM game sounds, 64 PCM drum kits, 6-Track sequencer, 10 types FX

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For retro flash carts, cartridges and console games, synthesises manufacturer documentation (e.g. Krikzz for EverDrive), community compatibility lists and user reports rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

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Key Features

  • [Unit] - I/O : MIDI IN/OUT, SYNC IN/OUT, LINE IN/OUT , Headphone out Size : 11.7 inch (W) x 6.92 inch (D) x 1.89 inch (H), 297mm (W) x 176mm (D) x 48mm (H) - Weight : 1.74lb., 790g - Accessories: Warranty, Overlay sheet for FM synthesis editing *The AC adapter is not included. Power supply specs: AA batteries x 6, or 9V DC output AC adapter (1A or higher, EIAJ3 standard inner diameter 1.7mm outer diameter 4.75mm, center +)

Full Specifications

BrandSONICWARE
ColorBlack
Weight1.74lb
MaterialPlastic
Set NameYuzo Koshiro Game Music Set
Model NameLiven MEGA SYNTHESIS
Unit Count1 Count
Part NumberLVN-070
Model NumberSW-LVN-070
Body MaterialPlastic
Sound ProfileRetro Game-inspired, Balanced FM and PCM Synthesis
Connector TypeAuxiliary
Item Type NameSynthesizer
Item Dimensions6.92 x 11.7 x 1.89 inches
Number of Items1
Number of Packs1
Included ComponentsWarranty, Overlay sheet for FM synthesis editing
Warranty Description1 year munufacturer.
Item dimensions L x W x H6.92 x 11.7 x 1.89 inches
Global Trade Identification Number04573477390166

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