discoDSP has announced the release of an update to the Oberheim-inspired OB-Xd software synthesizer. The free version of OB-Xd now comes with VST3 support on all platforms, enhanced filter transitions and improved MIDI handling for more reliable performance.
OB-Xd is a classic synthesizer that captivates musicians with its rich, full-bodied tones and expansive sound design. Perfect for adding a vintage touch to electronic tracks, live recordings, or film scores, OB-Xd brings unique and expressive qualities to your music.
Changes in OB-Xd v3.7.3
- VST3 is now available on the free version for all platforms. AAX and LV2 are still registered versions only.
- Implemented smooth transitions between all filter modes.
- Added immediate parameter response for controls like the filter mix knob and BP button.
- Completely rewritten filter mode calculation system for Linux compatibility.
- Improved handling of floating-point precision differences between platforms.
- Added Oversampling Lock in Program menu to set different oversampling options in presets and bounce to audio settings.
- Added specialized compiler optimizations for consistent behavior without compromising performance.
- Fixed MIDI channel filtering for bank select and program change messages.
- Resolved an issue where the plugin was processing bank select messages (CC#32) regardless of the configured MIDI channel setting.
- Fixed a bug that caused program change messages to be processed from all MIDI channels, even when a specific channel was selected in the plugin settings.
- Improved MIDI mapping logic for more reliable control.
- Fixed MIDI bindings recall and Custom.xml update after MIDI learn.
- Improved MTS-ESP protocol status handling in Help menu.
- Export Preset improvements: now includes preset name and uses Presets location by default.
- Added 0.75x GUI Size option for better scaling on various display configurations.
- Enhanced license activation system.
- Fixed scale component issue that rendered assets incorrectly.
- Refactored dialog components for better usability.
- Refactored Directory Iterator for MIDI menu.
OB-Xd is free to download from the discoDSP store.
Additionally, Discovery Pro was updated to version 8.5.5, introducing MTS-ESP microtuning support, Nord Lead 2-inspired unison detune modes, and comprehensive SFZ capabilities with an included instrument collection. Performance optimizations and memory leak fixes ensure stable operation, even with larger sample files.
Changes in Discovery Pro v8.5.5 features
- Added Playback Quality and Bounce Quality submenu items to the voice configuration.
- Fixed mono play mode clicks.
- Enhanced unison voice allocation in mono/legato mode for consistent detune ordering.
- New Unison detune settings at Voices LED or MENU > Edit > Config, modeled from the Nord Lead 2 detune modes.
- Improved oversampling with critical fix for proper filter coefficients across all modes.
- Optimized New Limiter function with faster DSP processing.
- Added MTS-ESP support for microtuning. Status available at Help Menu.
- Added basic SFZ instrument collection.
- Implemented preliminary SFZ support (Waves > SFZ folder).
- Improved SFZ parsing capabilities.
- Implemented SFZ parser optimizations for better performance.
- Fixed memory leaks related to DWB processing and improper File path handling in Wave Player.
- Optimized DWB loading with 256KB buffers and caching for 5-20MB DWB files.
- WavePlayer DWB caching.
- Fixed Tick to Grid function for more accurate grid interactions.
- Consistently select first wave when switching wave banks.
- Added support for SFZ location subfolders.
- Fixed SFZ wavebank menu: Now displays as submenu instead of flat item.
- Redesigned active gate/mod LED position for better visibility.
- Improved activation dialog and user interface.
Available for Windows, Mac and Linux, Discovery Pro is currently on sale at a 30% discount at PluginFox and Best Service until April 30th, 2025.
