# General **URL:** https://backstage.polyend.com/c/general/4.md [Latest](https://backstage.polyend.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://backstage.polyend.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://backstage.polyend.com/tags.md) --- ## [Share your tunes](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/share-your-tunes/1064)
**Author:** [@icaria36](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/icaria36)\ **Replies:** 521\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2026, 10:34pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/share-your-tunes/1064 "2026-11-08T22:34:45Z")
Give feedback to creators! Submit your own creations! Loops, demos, performances, tracks, amateur, pro… anything goes. The only requirement is to use a Polyend product, solo or combined. One creation per post. You can p… --- ## [Welcome to Polyend's Backstage!](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/welcome-to-polyends-backstage/7)
**Author:** [@system](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2022, 9:06pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/welcome-to-polyends-backstage/7 "2022-12-22T21:06:31Z")
Polyend’s Backstage is a community space open to everyone. Join us! Here you can… Discuss Polyend instruments on the Forum. Download and share packs on the Scene. Learn and contribute to the Wiki. Report and help solv… --- ## [About the General category](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/about-the-general-category/3)
**Author:** [@system](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2022, 9:06pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/about-the-general-category/3 "2022-12-22T21:06:29Z")
Any discussions interesting to Polyend users. --- ## [Is this an interesting idea? Polyend Glass](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/is-this-an-interesting-idea-polyend-glass/25114)
**Author:** [@david.kirkdorffer](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/david.kirkdorffer)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 3:02am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/is-this-an-interesting-idea-polyend-glass/25114 "2026-11-07T03:02:32Z")
Is this an interesting idea? Polyend Glass The interface is the instrument. The interface is the experience. A discussion for Polyend Backstage | November 1, 2026 Here’s an idea from an enthusiastic Polyend user wantin… --- ## [Erm can anyone help me re:open source Firmware](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/erm-can-anyone-help-me-re-open-source-firmware/25138)
**Author:** [@ambrose.bill](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/ambrose.bill)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2026, 9:50pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/erm-can-anyone-help-me-re-open-source-firmware/25138 "2026-11-02T21:50:47Z")
I have installed the tracker new firmware.. and I don’t see the lane for velocity & micormove - which to be honest is fine.. I don;t need to see these as additional lanes I don’t think. In fact worth installing just for… --- ## [Keeping up with the gear firmware explosion](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/keeping-up-with-the-gear-firmware-explosion/25042)
**Author:** [@david.kirkdorffer](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/david.kirkdorffer)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2026, 7:33pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/keeping-up-with-the-gear-firmware-explosion/25042 "2026-11-01T19:33:20Z")
Anyone else keeping up with all the M-Vave FM1 firmware explosion? It’s incredible! I think there are 17 different firmwares for it as of this moment. The speed of development, variety and capabilities… Mind blown! … --- ## [Introducing Polyend Drums](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/introducing-polyend-drums/24606)
**Author:** [@Arek](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/Arek)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2026, 11:57pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/introducing-polyend-drums/24606 "2026-10-31T23:57:54Z")
Introducing Polyend Drums We’ve been working on this one for a long time, and we’re excited to finally share Drums with you. If you are at Superbooth come check it out at booth #W320. Drums is a new analog + digital … --- ## [Can i share a modded og tracker github here?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/can-i-share-a-modded-og-tracker-github-here/25088)
**Author:** [@semierendonmez](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/semierendonmez)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 6:36pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/can-i-share-a-modded-og-tracker-github-here/25088 "2026-10-27T18:36:31Z")
can i share a modded og tracker github page here? --- ## [Elektron Outbox?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/elektron-outbox/24960)
**Author:** [@atomicafro](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/atomicafro)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 8:20pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/elektron-outbox/24960 "2026-10-26T20:20:03Z")
https://www.elektron.se/explore/outbox-8 This seems to have the potential to solve alot of hardware rig integration problems with Polyend gear. Will be keeping an eye out for reviews in relation to Tracker+, Mini, or Pl… --- ## [Can we get a Play+ Mini?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/can-we-get-a-play-mini/25073)
**Author:** [@hut48ku](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/hut48ku)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 5:53pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/can-we-get-a-play-mini/25073 "2026-10-22T17:53:56Z")
Yes, play is pretty portable, but I want something that takes up minimal room in my bag. Something the size of Loop, but like four rows of buttons and maybe a few more knobs. Using things like MPC Sample and FM1 I see th… --- ## [Device not detected as MIDI device after Windows 11 March 2026 Cumulative Update](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/device-not-detected-as-midi-device-after-windows-11-march-2026-cumulative-update/24372)
**Author:** [@krizz79](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/krizz79)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 11:20am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/device-not-detected-as-midi-device-after-windows-11-march-2026-cumulative-update/24372 "2026-10-17T11:20:26Z")
Hi, I updated my laptop to latest cumulative update (KB5079473) recently only to discover that Synth is no longer detected as MIDI device. I suspected USB cable, or laptop itself, but after uninstalling this update Synt… --- ## [Tracker + and Synth do not show up as USB MIDI Devices](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/tracker-and-synth-do-not-show-up-as-usb-midi-devices/25058)
**Author:** [@quone.sw](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/quone.sw)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 10:42pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/tracker-and-synth-do-not-show-up-as-usb-midi-devices/25058 "2026-10-16T22:42:39Z")
Hi folks. I had recently rearranged my studio so a lot of gear has been powered off for a while. I am hooking everything back up and both my Tracker+ and Synth do not show up at all as USB MIDI devices. Everything is set… --- ## [USB Power for multiple synths - what are you using?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/usb-power-for-multiple-synths-what-are-you-using/25049)
**Author:** [@david.kirkdorffer](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/david.kirkdorffer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 5:47pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/usb-power-for-multiple-synths-what-are-you-using/25049 "2026-10-13T17:47:29Z")
I’m a guitar player and have a CIOKS DC7 to power my guitar pedals and help with isolated power supply to help reduce noise. But I’m slowly acquiring a cadre of synthesizers and things that like USB power. Roland S1. … --- ## [Synth and Palettes](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/synth-and-palettes/23725)
**Author:** [@lkolenaty](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/lkolenaty)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2026, 1:13am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/synth-and-palettes/23725 "2026-10-12T01:13:02Z")
Just for the start - I’m amazed by the Synth. I’ve already purchased two libraries from Palettes that are explicitly meant to be used with the Synth. But how about the others that are “samples” and “loops”? Is it possibl… --- ## [Something new coming?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/something-new-coming/24896)
**Author:** [@TheKrazyWabbit](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/TheKrazyWabbit)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2026, 1:03pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/something-new-coming/24896 "2026-10-11T13:03:06Z")
Let the speculation begin --- ## [Seq - Help find a 5v power adapter](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/seq-help-find-a-5v-power-adapter/25015)
**Author:** [@krpy8522](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/krpy8522)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2026, 12:52pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/seq-help-find-a-5v-power-adapter/25015 "2026-10-11T12:52:18Z")
I know the SEQ can be USB powered but I would like to use a power adapter. And I know the manual for SEQ says it can easily damaged with an improper AC adapter, if it has too high voltage. It is easy to find 5v power su… --- ## [Drums - Small batch only, or eventual mass production?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/drums-small-batch-only-or-eventual-mass-production/25035)
**Author:** [@krpy8522](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/krpy8522)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 5:51am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/drums-small-batch-only-or-eventual-mass-production/25035 "2026-10-06T05:51:32Z")
I put down my deposit but am considering getting it refunded. Part of my decision making is how available it will be in the future. Is it going to be mass produced in their product line, like Tracker or Play, or is it on… --- ## [Anyone have a Seq for sale?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/anyone-have-a-seq-for-sale/25028)
**Author:** [@modmatrix](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/modmatrix)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 9:57pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/anyone-have-a-seq-for-sale/25028 "2026-10-05T21:57:51Z")
Looks like an intriguing sequencer. Anyone have one they’d part with? Let me know! --- ## [Delay glitch on Play+](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/delay-glitch-on-play/25022)
**Author:** [@hut48ku](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/hut48ku)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 4:54am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/delay-glitch-on-play/25022 "2026-10-02T04:54:50Z")
Today when using delay on any of the synths, I get a crackling sound. Doesn’t matter what synth, once add delay this happens. Does not happen when I add delay on samples. I tried a new project and did not have this issu… --- ## [Adding Refraction to MESS](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/adding-refraction-to-mess/25021)
**Author:** [@markandrushko](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/markandrushko)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 8:44pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/adding-refraction-to-mess/25021 "2026-10-01T20:44:53Z")
Hi everyone, I bought REFRACTION for MESS, uploaded the files to the little disk, inserted it into MESS, but they are not showing up? Thanks --- ## [Play Plus + EP-136 Sidekick](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/play-plus-ep-136-sidekick/24987)
**Author:** [@undiagnosed66](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/undiagnosed66)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 4:24pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/play-plus-ep-136-sidekick/24987 "2026-09-23T16:24:05Z")
Anyone experience with the EP-136 Sidekick together with the Play +? --- ## [Polyend Play Glitching](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/polyend-play-glitching/24985)
**Author:** [@groundstate2014](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/groundstate2014)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 9:04pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/polyend-play-glitching/24985 "2026-09-21T21:04:35Z")
Hi each. Has anyone had a glitch sometimes when in a menu? I open a menu and for example try changing the sample and the menu automatically closes before I can select a new sample…it’s almost like the touch reactive pots… --- ## [Sold as new..But I don't think it is](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/sold-as-new-but-i-dont-think-it-is/24980)
**Author:** [@undiagnosed66](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/undiagnosed66)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 10:38am UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/sold-as-new-but-i-dont-think-it-is/24980 "2026-09-15T10:38:46Z")
Hi, I just unpacked a brand new ( so it was on the list ) Polyend Play Plus and I immediately noticed things that rise my eyebrowse, like the USB connecting cable not properly wrapped OR the amount of grease in the back … --- ## [Can't map midi pads to individual hits or program rotarys](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/cant-map-midi-pads-to-individual-hits-or-program-rotarys/24972)
**Author:** [@leafdog](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/leafdog)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 5:14pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/cant-map-midi-pads-to-individual-hits-or-program-rotarys/24972 "2026-09-13T17:14:51Z")
can anyone help with explaining how to map pads or rotary dials to the tracker mini. I can’t seem to figure it out. I get notes from the keys but nothing else works and the pads just play the same sample at a different p… --- ## [Newbie here, just a quick message to express my thoughts on the Polyend Play](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/newbie-here-just-a-quick-message-to-express-my-thoughts-on-the-polyend-play/24959)
**Author:** [@groundstate2014](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/groundstate2014)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 12:18pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/newbie-here-just-a-quick-message-to-express-my-thoughts-on-the-polyend-play/24959 "2026-09-09T12:18:11Z")
Hiya each. Late to the party but just wanted to say how impressed I am with my Polyend Play. Bought it used, had no idea how to use it but found it very intuitive and fun to use, even without consulting a user manual. T… --- ## [Synth USB storage mode not working](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/synth-usb-storage-mode-not-working/24953)
**Author:** [@gram](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/gram)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 5:48pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/synth-usb-storage-mode-not-working/24953 "2026-09-07T17:48:48Z")
Anyone have this problem? I am on 2.0.1 on latest MacOS. Using a cable that works fine, just used it before to transfer files to my Kobo ereader. Synth just doesn’t show up. --- ## [Step + Tracker Mini sync?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/step-tracker-mini-sync/24941)
**Author:** [@dave-1028](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/dave-1028)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 3:05pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/step-tracker-mini-sync/24941 "2026-09-04T15:05:49Z")
I use Step as master for my pedalboard but have been thinking of adding the Tracker Mini as additional slave.. is anyone else doing this? I use a Chocolate + to select patterns / new songs on the Step and it would be gre… --- ## [Open-source / Community firmware](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/open-source-community-firmware/7008)
**Author:** [@mosfranbis](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/mosfranbis)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 1:52pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/open-source-community-firmware/7008 "2026-08-27T13:52:05Z")
Hello Polyend. I guess you have seen that Synthstrom had made the deluge firmware open-source. I’m sure that there is a bunch of good programers in the Play owners community. Could be a good idea and give us hope for u… --- ## [Polyend Mix - Product Request](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/polyend-mix-product-request/24889)
**Author:** [@milesbrentpatterson](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/milesbrentpatterson)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 7:02pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/polyend-mix-product-request/24889 "2026-08-17T19:02:03Z")
Both Korg and teenage engineering have some compelling mini mixers on the market now. Would love to see Polyend’s spin on this product niche. Somewhere between 2-4 channels, about the size of the tracker mini or the MES… --- ## [Polyend Drums will they have more kits to make music?](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/polyend-drums-will-they-have-more-kits-to-make-music/24817)
**Author:** [@israel.lozano.jr.909](https://backstage.polyend.com/u/israel.lozano.jr.909)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 6:30pm UTC](https://backstage.polyend.com/t/polyend-drums-will-they-have-more-kits-to-make-music/24817 "2026-08-06T18:30:55Z")
Polyend Drums will they have more kits to make music ? and can you add another drive to expand tracks ? [Next page](https://backstage.polyend.com/c/general/4.md?page=1)