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| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Key Features
The Sonicware LIVEN Mega Synthesis is designed for musicians, producers, and retro gaming enthusiasts wanting to recreate authentic 16-bit video game sounds. It fully replicates the YM2612 sound engine, including a 4-operator FM module, an 8-bit PCM sampler, and the PSG sound generator for classic tonal textures.
Product Ref: 345207
The LIVEN Mega Synthesis accurately rebuilds the iconic YM2612 chip used in the first 16-bit consoles. With a 4-operator, 8-algorithm FM engine, you can sculpt complex tones that remain faithful to classic game soundtracks. The built-in PSG module produces square waves, pulse waves, and noise textures, while the PCM section enables authentic sample playback.
Legacy Mode further enhances this realism by adding the distinctive grittiness and frequency quirks of vintage hardware. You can also adjust the FILTER and LADDER parameters on FM tracks to mimic the unique 9-bit DAC behaviour of the original hardware. By combining all three sound modules, the LIVEN Mega Synthesis provides a true representation of the tones heard in iconic game music, making it suitable for both nostalgic recreations and new compositions inspired by that era.
Its integrated sequencer offers 3 FM tracks, 2 PSG tracks, and 1 PCM track, giving you complete control over layered compositions. Patterns can span up to 8 bars, and parameter lock allows for step-by-step automation of sound settings, including knob movements and effect changes. Sound lock can also be used to switch between tones within a single track, adding even more variation.
You can chain patterns together to build full songs, and features like swing, random step playback, and stutter bring dynamics to your sequences. Copy-paste functions and tied notes make it easy to create longer sections, while both real-time and step input methods allow for quick experimentation.
The PCM module provides up to 8 seconds of sampling at 12 kHz, 4 seconds at 24 kHz, or 2 seconds at 48 kHz. With 96 sample slots, you can store and trigger a wide range of custom audio clips. Its auto-start and auto-slice functions streamline the recording process, while Drum Kit and One-Shot modes allow you to integrate your own hits and loops into tracks.
Sweep control adds dynamic modulation to samples, enhancing their character. This flexibility makes it easy to combine custom sounds with the FM and PSG engines, letting you blend classic synthesis with your personal library of audio material.
Ten onboard effects, including delay, reverb, distortion, crusher, and filters, let you enhance each track individually. You can adjust effect levels per track, tailoring the mix for live or studio contexts. The one-knob-per-function design simplifies control, while the 27-key input with octave shifting makes melodic input straightforward.
Functions like latch mode, stutter, and swing give you tools to shape live performances. MIDI support, stereo line outputs, headphone connectivity, and built-in speakers ensure the LIVEN Mega Synthesis fits seamlessly into your setup, whether used as a standalone device or part of a larger system.
