# Software Updates

**URL:** https://discourse.zynthian.org/c/software-updates/12.md

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## [About the Software Updates category](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/about-the-software-updates-category/99)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2019, 6:51pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/about-the-software-updates-category/99 "2019-03-17T18:51:53Z")

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This category is for announcing Zynthian software updates. You can't create topics, but you can reply.

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## [Vangelis 2606 BETA Image is released. You SHOULD download & install!](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/vangelis-2606-beta-image-is-released-you-should-download-install/13293)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 310\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 11:41am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/vangelis-2606-beta-image-is-released-you-should-download-install/13293 "2026-10-17T11:41:00Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just uploaded the first Vangelis test image: https://os.zynthian.org/2026-06-18-zynthianos-vangelis-2606-test.img.xz Please, note It’s not a beta yet, so don’t expect you can upgrade from this ima…

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## [Pianoteq License Key Activation from Webconf \[SOLVED\]](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/pianoteq-license-key-activation-from-webconf-solved/2741)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 11:35am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/pianoteq-license-key-activation-from-webconf-solved/2741 "2026-07-21T11:35:56Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! On the recently released version 6.4.1, pianoteq’s team have added a new CLI option that allows to activate the licensed software without the need of opening the Pianoteq’s native UI. This option simpl…

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## [LV2 Plugin "Bollie Delay"](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/lv2-plugin-bollie-delay/6179)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 30, 2024, 2:57pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/lv2-plugin-bollie-delay/6179 "2024-06-30T14:57:44Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just added the “Bollie Delay” to the list. An old request that finally has been attended :grinning: You can give it a try on the “testing” branch. Ahhh! After updating, remember to click “Search for…

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## [Staging-2305: The next stable release is almost here](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/staging-2305-the-next-stable-release-is-almost-here/8054)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 56\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2023, 5:38am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/staging-2305-the-next-stable-release-is-almost-here/8054 "2023-12-21T05:38:38Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! Good news!! We are almost ready to release the new stable version of zynthianOS. There is no huge changes, but lot of improvements and fixes: Pianoteq standalone engine has been improved by implement…

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## [New Engine: Aeolus (Pipe Organ Emulator)](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-engine-aeolus-pipe-organ-emulator/2132)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [December 7, 2023, 2:40pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-engine-aeolus-pipe-organ-emulator/2132 "2023-12-07T14:40:33Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just merged with master and the new Aeolus (Pipe Organ Emulator) engine is now “official”. A simple “Update Software” from the Admin menu should do the trick :wink: From the Aeolus Web Site: Aeolu…

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## [Improved Audio & MIDI recorder](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/improved-audio-midi-recorder/4186)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2023, 2:18pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/improved-audio-midi-recorder/4186 "2023-09-18T14:18:41Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! Some little improvements on Audio & MIDI recorder: Added track duration to file lists on UI & webconf. Both audio & MIDI files. On UI, now wav, ogg and mp3 files are shown, but when several formats a…

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## [Software Update: Sustained notes and sustain pedal across active channel changes](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/software-update-sustained-notes-and-sustain-pedal-across-active-channel-changes/3794)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2023, 5:52pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/software-update-sustained-notes-and-sustain-pedal-across-active-channel-changes/3794 "2023-04-18T17:52:26Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just solved an old and complex issue: I’ve added a mechanism that manage gracefully sustained notes and sustain pedal across active channel changes. I would like some of you to test it carefully a…

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## [New stable-2211 is out!](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-stable-2211-is-out/7356)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 109\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 12:21pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-stable-2211-is-out/7356 "2023-03-17T12:21:07Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! The new stable version is out! It’s been a long way and many things have changed, so be prepared to enjoy. Here is the download link: https://os.zynthian.org/zynthianos-last-stable.zip We strongly rec…

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## [New Engine: Pure Data](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-engine-pure-data/1913)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2023, 12:55pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-engine-pure-data/1913 "2023-01-11T12:55:14Z")

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Hi @emji-1! I just implemented this 2 days ago. Update your zynthian and try, but I had to modify some patches too because some of them didn’t receive all channels. If you have modified some of the included patches, it …

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## [New stable version is almost here: Staging-2210](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-stable-version-is-almost-here-staging-2210/7269)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 83\
**Last updated:** [November 15, 2022, 4:04pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-stable-version-is-almost-here-staging-2210/7269 "2022-11-15T16:04:26Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! It’s been hard work to get the new stable version to land, but we are very close now. So close, that we have a good Release Candidate, so you can start enjoying right now and also help us with the final…

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## [Layer audio mixer implementation](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/layer-audio-mixer-implementation/7374)

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**Author:** [@magneticstripper](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/magneticstripper)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2022, 5:05am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/layer-audio-mixer-implementation/7374 "2022-11-07T05:05:06Z")

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Hi! after looking at the new manual, i noticed the layer audio mixer. i updated, and can not seem to find it anywhere. i am also looking for the “Save Preset” function. Here is my setup:

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## [New Features: Improved Audio-Routing + Pianoteq Fast Preset Loading](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-features-improved-audio-routing-pianoteq-fast-preset-loading/2326)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 64\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 4:17pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-features-improved-audio-routing-pianoteq-fast-preset-loading/2326 "2022-02-17T16:17:04Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I’ve very good news for you. I’ve been working in 2 improvements that will make you enjoy: Improved layer Audio-Routing: Now you can route the audio output to any available audio input. For instance,…

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## [Webconf: Overclocking & Custom config](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/webconf-overclocking-custom-config/6636)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2022, 5:43pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/webconf-overclocking-custom-config/6636 "2022-02-14T17:43:17Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just added a new entry to the webconf’s hardware menu: Options It contains 3 new configuration items: Overclocking (only works on RBPi4): + None: 1500 GHz + Medium: 1.750 GHz + Maximum: 2.000 G…

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## [Custom Wiring Profiles](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/custom-wiring-profiles/6626)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2022, 5:12pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/custom-wiring-profiles/6626 "2022-01-30T17:12:49Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just implemented a mechanism for managing the Wiring Layout I/O mapping: Custom Switches Analog Input Analog Output Distance Sensors You will find the “Custom Wiring Profiles” inside the “Wiring La…

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## [NoiseMaker with grouped parameters](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/noisemaker-with-grouped-parameters/6584)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2022, 5:30am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/noisemaker-with-grouped-parameters/6584 "2022-01-20T05:30:33Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just uploaded an improved version of the NoiseMaker engine that: Implement “scale points” for many parameters, replacing “numeric values” by “list selectors”. Group parameters, so you can easily fin…

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## [Dexed with grouped parameters](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/dexed-with-grouped-parameters/6588)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2022, 5:09pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/dexed-with-grouped-parameters/6588 "2022-01-13T17:09:20Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! As promised, here is the update with the grouped parameters for Dexed (DX7): As the latest update for NoiseMaker, it’s available on both stable & testing branches. Simply update, restart and enjoy!…

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## [New Stable Release: 2109](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-stable-release-2109/6287)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [October 7, 2021, 11:20am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-stable-release-2109/6287 "2021-10-07T11:20:44Z")

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Good news, @zynthianers!! The new stable-2109 has been released.!! Here is the SD image: https://os.zynthian.org/2021-09-23-zynthianos-stable-2109.zip https://os.zynthian.org/2021-09-25-zynthianos-stable-2109.zip Bu…

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## [New Staging (pre-stable) release: 2109](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-staging-pre-stable-release-2109/6231)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 11:46am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-staging-pre-stable-release-2109/6231 "2021-09-30T11:46:00Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! We are close to a new stable release. There are some interesting changes in the workflow and many fixes and improvements. But not really big changes. We are trying to get a solid stable release before g…

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## [LV2 Controllers Groups](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/lv2-controllers-groups/6201)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 7:29pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/lv2-controllers-groups/6201 "2021-09-13T19:29:09Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! Good news! I’ve just implemented “LV2 Port Groups”, a LV2 extension that allows to group the controllers and other ports in a convenient way. It’s not very extended yet, so there is only a few plugin…

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## [New "testing" SD images](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-testing-sd-images/6164)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 7:47pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-testing-sd-images/6164 "2021-08-30T19:47:51Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just started to release “testing” images again, but in a different way than before. The first one is available at: https://os.zynthian.org/2021-08-26-zynthianos-testing.zip https://os.zynthian.org/2…

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## [New Feature: Favorite Presets](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-feature-favorite-presets/3937)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 6:52pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-feature-favorite-presets/3937 "2021-07-08T18:52:43Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I suppose some of you are really bored, confined in your homes, with tons of time for testing new zynthian features, so, here we go with the first one: Favorite Presets From Presets screen, “bold sele…

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## [Updating a legacy v1 kit to the latest stable release](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/updating-a-legacy-v1-kit-to-the-latest-stable-release/5905)

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**Author:** [@schlenger](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/schlenger)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2021, 10:19am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/updating-a-legacy-v1-kit-to-the-latest-stable-release/5905 "2021-06-01T10:19:41Z")

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Hey, it’s been some years and I played a lot around with the Kit, thanks for all the effort from you guys! I’ve seen the sequencer in a related youtube video and wanted to try to upgrate the firmware. As far as I see a…

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## [Testing the next release: Staging-2104](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/testing-the-next-release-staging-2104/5753)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2021, 10:56am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/testing-the-next-release-staging-2104/5753 "2021-05-24T10:56:01Z")

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Hi crew!! I just created the “Staging-2104” branch that will be the next stable as soon as we are sure of not introducing any serious bug. For testing you must change all your repos to “staging-2104” from webconf. Plea…

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## [Extra switches now customizable from webconf](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/extra-switches-now-customizable-from-webconf/2765)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 66\
**Last updated:** [May 10, 2021, 6:36am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/extra-switches-now-customizable-from-webconf/2765 "2021-05-10T06:36:42Z")

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Hi @Zynthianers! I just commited a new version that adds the possibility of assigning customized actions to the configured extra switches. The extra switches can be connected to the AllInOne’s sw1 connector, to your cu…

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## [ZynStep is released!](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/zynstep-is-released/5429)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 50\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2021, 4:00pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/zynstep-is-released/5429 "2021-04-06T16:00:52Z")

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Dear @zynthianers! Finally, after a huge journey of about 1 year of duration, leaded by our beloved Mr @riban , the step sequencer, the ZynStep, is merged on master and everybody can enjoy it on its greatness and fullne…

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## [SOFTWARE UPGRADE: Update to LinuxSampler 2.0 (by @steveb) and lots of fixes and improvements (by @Schpion)](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/software-upgrade-update-to-linuxsampler-2-0-by-steveb-and-lots-of-fixes-and-improvements-by-schpion/930)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [September 2, 2017, 1:36pm UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/software-upgrade-update-to-linuxsampler-2-0-by-steveb-and-lots-of-fixes-and-improvements-by-schpion/930 "2017-09-02T13:36:10Z")

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Hi @Zynthianers! This week, double update!! :wink: Finally you can easily update to LinuxSampler 2.0, thanks to @steveb and enjoy the improved FluidSynth and LinuxSampler engines, by @Schpion. You can update from the …

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## [SOFTWARE UPGRADE "Multilayer"](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/software-upgrade-multilayer/626)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2021, 11:11am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/software-upgrade-multilayer/626 "2021-02-13T11:11:57Z")

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Hi @Zynthianers! A new version is ready for updating. You only have to connect your Zynthian Box to your router with an ethernet cable and click the "update software" option in the admin menu. This is a major upgrade, …

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## [New Layer Option: Note Range + Octave Transpose](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-layer-option-note-range-octave-transpose/5062)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [December 10, 2020, 3:20am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/new-layer-option-note-range-octave-transpose/5062 "2020-12-10T03:20:09Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just committed a new feature that simplify the task of splitting the keyboard. It allow to specify a “Note Range + Octave Transpose” for every layer (channel). Combined with “Clone”, it’s a beast of s…

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## [Usability: preview controllers while scrolling pages](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/usability-preview-controllers-while-scrolling-pages/4899)

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**Author:** [@jofemodo](https://discourse.zynthian.org/u/jofemodo)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2020, 12:52am UTC](https://discourse.zynthian.org/t/usability-preview-controllers-while-scrolling-pages/4899 "2020-11-08T00:52:47Z")

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Hi @zynthianers! I just implemented this: Please, update, test and enjoy! Ohhh yessss … do you like it?? :grin: :nerd\_face:

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