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Romset and name:
dx100 DX100 Digital Programmable Algorithm Synthesizer
Short name:
DX100 Digital Programmable Algorithm Synthesizer
Manufacturer:
Yamaha
Year:
1985
Genre:
Musical Instrument
Category:
Musical Instrument / Synthesizer
Serie:
-
Driver source:
yamaha/ymdx100.cpp
Language:
Similar games:
Input / Controls
Players:
Only one supported
Input:
Stick, Positional, Paddle, Pedal, Keyboard
Buttons / keys:
49
Coins:
0
Cabinet:
-
Free-play:
Not supported

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Average user rating:
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-
MASH All-Time:
-
Video
Display:
97x11@60 Hz, CRT 15kHz
Orientation:
Horizontal
Scrolling:
Unknown
Colors:
-
CPU:
Hitachi HD6303X
Audio
Sound:
Mono
Audio chips:
Cassette, Speaker, YM2164 OPP
Romset
First release:
Mame 0.233 released on jul-01 2021
Last release:
Mame 0.289 released on jul-31 2026
Clone of:
-
Bios:
Not required
Use rom of:
-
Use sample of:
-
Previous romset:
None
New romset:
None
Files
Dump:
GOOD
Required files:
Romset:
Status
OVERALL:
IMPERFECT
Emulation:
Good
Graphic:
Good
Color:
Good
Sound:
Imperfect
Cocktail:
Good
Protection:
Good
Save state:
Not supported
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  • XML
  • Musical Instrument (Electronic) published 41 years ago:

    DX100 Digital Programmable Algorithm Synthesizer © 1985 Yamaha

    The Yamaha DX100 Digital Programmable Algorithm Synthesizer was a compact FM synthesizer designed for beginners, home musicians, and portable performance setups. Developed by Yamaha Corporation, it used a 4-operator frequency modulation (FM) synthesis engine derived from Yamaha’s DX series technology. Despite its small size and mini-key keyboard, the DX100 offered full MIDI implementation, 8-voice polyphony, and a wide range of editable parameters, allowing users to create complex digital timbres ranging from electric basses to bell-like textures and evolving pads.

    TRIVIA
    The DX100 was part of Yamaha’s entry-level FM lineup, alongside models like the DX27 and DX21, bringing FM synthesis to a wider audience.

    It featured mini keys and a very compact form factor, making it popular for portable setups and live touring rigs.

    Despite its simplicity, it used the same fundamental FM synthesis principles that powered the flagship DX7, though with fewer operators and limited editing depth.

    The instrument became especially known for its distinctive FM bass sounds, which were widely used in 1980s pop and early electronic music.

    Its full MIDI support made it popular in early computer-based studios and sequencing environments.

    The DX100 helped democratize FM synthesis, allowing musicians who could not afford the DX7 to access similar sonic territory.

    Many producers later used it as a dedicated “bass module” due to its punchy low-end FM tones.

    Today it is considered a classic example of compact, affordable FM synthesis design from Yamaha’s golden DX era.

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