YMF262-M The Yamaha YMF262-M is a 4-operator FM Synthesis Chip. It powered many sound cards in the early 1990s and features 36 operators.
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YMF262-M

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The Yamaha YMF262-M is a 4-operator FM Synthesis Chip. It powered many sound cards in the early 1990s and features 36 operators.
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YMF262-M Description

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The Yamaha YMF262-M is a 4-operator FM Synthesis Chip that was instrumental in powering numerous sound cards during the early 1990s, including the SoundBlaster 16 and Pro AudioSpectrum. This chip defined the OPL-3 standard, succeeding the OPL-2 standard.

 

Each operator within the YMF262-M is a fundamental building block for FM Synthesis, comprising an oscillator, ADSR envelope, amplifier, and a low-frequency oscillator for vibrato or tremolo effects. The chip offers 36 operators, allowing for flexible sound configuration. Sound can be mixed directly from each operator or one operator can be used to modulate the frequency of another.

 

While slightly different from the YMF2612 used in the Sega Mega Drive, the YMF262-M is also a 4-operator FM Synth chip and produces a very similar sound. Its compact design provides low-noise, high-quality sound output. The OPL-3 standard, defined by this chip, replaced the OPL-2 standard used in earlier Adlib and Sound Blaster music cards.

YMF262-M Quick Information

Product Type: FM Synthesis Chip
Canonical Name: YMF262-M FM Synthesis Chip
Subcategory: Audio Special Purpose

YMF262-M Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

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YMF262-M Features

  • 36 operators for FM synthesis.
  • 4-operator FM synthesis type.
  • OPL-3 standard FM synthesis chip.
  • Backward compatible with OPL-2.
  • Powered many 1990s sound cards.

YMF262-M Applications

  • Used in SoundBlaster 16 sound cards
  • Powers OPL-3 based audio modules
  • Ideal for retro FM synthesis projects
  • Used in Eurorack synthesizer modules
  • Suitable for 4-operator FM sound generation

YMF262-M FAQs

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What is the Yamaha YMF262-M?

The Yamaha YMF262-M is a 4-operator FM Synthesis Chip that powered many sound cards in the early 1990s.

How many operators does the YMF262-M have?

The YMF262-M chip includes 36 operators.

What standard did the YMF262-M define?

The YMF262-M defined the new OPL-3 standard.

What is the RoHS status of the YMF262-M?

The RoHS status is RoHS3 Compliant.

What is the Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) for the YMF262-M?

The Moisture Sensitivity Level is 1 Unlimited.

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