# TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library — Yamaha SY-85 Sample Library > Virtual recreation of the Yamaha SY-85 synthesizer with expanded sound capabilities. (iPhone/iPad app by MIDIculous LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tgx-85-virtual-sample-library/id6446292739 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [MIDIculous LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/579058990) - Category: Music, Productivity, Music - Price: $19.99 - Rating: 4.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 304 MB - Released: 2023-07-22 - Data updated: 2026-06-05 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tgx-85-virtual-sample-library/id6446292739/reviews.md ## What is TGX? Released in 1992, this was one of this was the first digital keyboards I ever owned. I used this keyboard when I was first starting out in college. At the time, I didn't know the jewel I had until I purchased it again some years later. This keyboard has some of the best sounding pads, synths, strings, and leads of any synth I've heard and can rival newer synths today. You will immediately recognize the lushness in the sound and we made sure to capture all of it in this library! Furthermore, with our modern synthesis in our Pure Synth® architecture, we are able to expand the sound capabilities far past what the hardware offers. For example, we have a sophisticated monophonic/glide mode that is not present in the hardware. Our effects are also modern and you are able to use multiple chains which were limiting on the hardware. All-in-all you will get the full SY-85 experience no matter which platform you choose (Pure Synth® Expansion or Standalone UI) -------- Highlights: • Standalone and AUv3 Compatible • Yamaha SY85 Virtual Sample Library • 50GB Library (30GB Lossless) • Includes all 384 Factory Presets • Includes all RAW Waveforms • Includes all Drum Kits --------- The Ultimate Recreation of a Legendary Synth Classic: • Factory Presets - You will get access to all 4-Banks of the Internal Factory presets as well as 2-Banks of the Performance Presets for a total of 384 Presets • Raw Waveforms - We give you access to the RAW Waveforms so that you can re-create some of your favorite patches. Our synthesis is powerful enough to get very close! • Capturing Nostalgia - Most of our presets use the exact wave layers as the hardware, which allows you to tweak to your liking. When needed, we used the sampled version. • Taking it to Another Level - Because our synthesizer is a bit more powerful than the hardware, you can now create presets that rival the hardware. • We sampled the factory presets with the effects on to capture the "exact" nostalgia of the hardware. --------- Standalone vs Pure Synth® Expansion - Standalone version has the black skeuomorphic interface - Expansion Unlocks inside of Pure Synth® FREE Player (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pure-synth-platinum/id1459688500#see-all/in-app-purchases) - The Expansion includes the iPhone Version and the standalone does not - The Expansion includes the dynamic modulation from Pure Synth® - The Expansion allows you to mix and match libraries with one single interface ------- Sample Size and Space ▪ 50GB RAW Sound Library Before Lossless Compression ▪ 30GB Actual Size on Device After Lossless Compression ▪ 2GB RAM or Higher Required ***Lossless compression is a way to compress audio files without losing quality. ---------------- Sample Size and Space ▪ 50GB RAW Sound Library Before Lossless Compression ▪ 30GB Actual Size on Device After Lossless Compression ▪ 2GB RAM or Higher Required ***Lossless compression is a way to compress audio files without losing quality. ---------------- Device Specifications: ▪ 2GHz ARM Processor Recommended - iPad Pro 12.9 and 9.7 in, iPad 5th Gen, iPad Pro 12.9 in. (Gen 2), iPad Pro 10.5 in., iPad 6th Gen, iPad Pro 11 in., iPad Pro 12.9 in. (Gen 3), iPad Air (Gen 3) ▪ For External Sample Streaming, we only recommend Fast External SSD Drives (Not USB Thumb Drives) ---------------- External Drive Storage Our app is one of the first apps ever to offer external Drive Storage. In order to save space, you can store all of the samples on an external SSD and it will stream and read the sounds in real-time. ## Key features - Standalone and AUv3 compatible - Yamaha SY85 Virtual Sample Library - 50GB RAW Sound Library (30GB compressed) - Includes all 384 Factory Presets - Includes all RAW Waveforms - Modern synthesis with expanded capabilities - Monophonic/glide mode and multi-chain effects ## Recent user reviews (4 of 4) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tgx-85-virtual-sample-library/id6446292739/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Preset are great but their an issue with the midi *2024-05-25* When I want to hit a note some of them work but then it immediately cuts off on the other notes and when I put it in audio unit it tells me to reload or disable please fix ### 3/5 — The Download takes for ever *2023-08-13* Why the Download takes so long ? ### 5/5 — Great sounding synth. *2023-07-29* I watched a few YouTube videos (thanks Jamal) before I decided to buy this app. I used Midi Learn to connect it to all the controllers, faders and buttons on my Novation Impulse 61 keyboard, and now I virtually have the SY85 in front of me. It truly is an amazing synth, it is fully programmable in every way, each of the four oscillators can have separate glide times, each filter can have different envelopes, I have a lot of glorious exploring to do now 🙂 The app took just over a minute to download, the preset files took over five and a half hours, but it was worth the wait and for only half price (£9.99) It’s a steal 👍 ### 3/5 — REQUEST. *2023-07-25* i b kinda sad i cant actually use this wid low memory. Pls give us the OPTION to select downloading SINGLE PATCHES we will use irl no1 b using ALL these patches in single sittings. Its an ipad app. Pleaseee🙏📿🛐 ## Frequently asked questions about TGX ### What is TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library? TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library is a digital recreation of the classic Yamaha SY-85 synthesizer. It offers the original sounds and expands upon them with modern synthesis techniques and features not found on the hardware. ### What kind of sounds can I expect from TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library? You can expect lush pads, synths, strings, and leads that capture the iconic sound of the Yamaha SY-85. The library includes all factory presets and raw waveforms for extensive sound design possibilities. ### Does TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library have ads? No, TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that provides an uninterrupted music production experience. ### What are the system requirements for TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library? The app requires 2GB of RAM or higher. The compressed library size is 30GB, with a raw sound library of 50GB before lossless compression. ### Can I use TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library on my iPhone? The standalone version of TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library does not include an iPhone version. However, the Pure Synth® Expansion, which unlocks inside the Pure Synth® FREE Player, does include an iPhone version. ### How often is TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library updated? The app was last updated on March 28, 2025, with version 2.0.6. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and support for the application. ### What is the price of TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library? TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library is available for a one-time purchase of $19.99. This grants you access to the full virtual sample library and its features. ### What is the user sentiment for TGX-85 Virtual Sample Library? The app has a rating of 4.0 stars from 5 ratings, suggesting a generally positive reception from its users. This indicates that most users find the app to be valuable and well-executed. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 2.0.6 — 2025-03-28 - Misc Bug Fixes and Minor Updates ### 2.0.2 — 2024-05-28 - CloudVerb ON/OFF Switch MIDI Learnable - Fixed CloudVerb not Saving Presets - MIDI Transpose Learnable - Updated Decay for IMPULSation ### 2.0.1 — 2023-08-15 - Updated Product Category ### 2.0.0 — 2023-07-22 No release notes. ## Apps similar to TGX | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Richter - Tectonic Compressor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/richter-tectonic-compressor/id6449489457) | 5.0 (2) | $15.99 | Music | | [sumFX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sumfx/id6450494474) | 4.4 (12) | $9.99 | Music | | [VAPoly16](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vapoly16/id6450654065) | 5.0 (13) | $5.99 | Music | | [Super VHS - Baby Audio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-vhs-baby-audio/id6446288776) | 4.4 (12) | $19.99 | Music | | [Speakers - Mics & Loudspeakers](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speakers-mics-and-loudspeakers/id6451117849) | 5.0 (12) | $19.99 | Music | | [springVerb](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/springverb/id6450971173) | 5.0 (4) | $4.99 | Music | ## More apps by MIDIculous LLC - [Neo-Soul Keys](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neo-soul-keys/id579058867) - [MKSensation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mksensation/id996418917) - [BASSalicious](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bassalicious/id1089502073) - [Neo-Soul Keys® Studio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neo-soul-keys-studio/id1246941963) - [BASSalicious 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bassalicious-2/id1459637872) - [Pure Synth® Platinum](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pure-synth-platinum/id1459688500) All apps by MIDIculous LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/579058990 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-05.*