# WestCoastSynth

> WestCoastSynth is a visual, West Coast (Buchla-inspired) software modular synthesizer for Mac and Windows by Ron Millar (RM Designs). It runs standalone (no DAW required), ships with 21 module types and 112 factory patches, shows signal flow visually, and can generate new patches with one click (RANDOM, REPATCH, REKNOB, ANIMATE). One-time purchase, no subscription; free 7-day trial with no account or card.

Key facts (from westcoastsynth.net, October 2026):

- Platforms: macOS 11+ (Apple silicon and Intel), Windows 10/11 64-bit. Current version v0.2.3.
- Format: standalone app. A VST3 plugin is planned but not yet available.
- Price: $29.99 USD introductory, one-time payment via Stripe. Licence covers Mac + Windows, up to 3 of your own computers, offline use after activation, free updates.
- Trial: 7 days, every module, no account or card. A one-time 7-day extension is available by email verification.
- Rack: up to 24 panel spaces, 17 panel finishes, separate cable palette.
- iPhone/iPad "Touch" edition is in testing and is not publicly for sale.
- Formerly known as BEMUFO.

## Product

- [Home](https://westcoastsynth.net/): Overview, demo videos, pricing, downloads and FAQ
- [Modules](https://westcoastsynth.net/modules.html): All 21 module types (oscillators, function generators, low-pass gates, filters, sequencers, clocks, effects)
- [Sounds](https://westcoastsynth.net/sounds.html): Audio/video demos from Ron's patch library and every Random mode
- [Patching playground](https://westcoastsynth.net/playground.html): Simplified in-browser patching demo

## Get started

- [Your first five minutes](https://westcoastsynth.net/start.html): Installation, trial extension and licence activation
- [Support](https://westcoastsynth.net/support.html): Help and contact

## Optional

- [Touch preview](https://westcoastsynth.net/touch.html): iOS edition development preview (not yet available)
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