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OP-X PRO-II Interfaces
The newest version of the synth (1.2.6) now offers three interface sizes provided by separate installers, plus additionally an alternative "economy-style" interface called "Rack Edition" in a separate package which itself too offers three interface sizes via separate installers.

Learn all about the new interfaces on this dedicated site.

To change the interface simply install the one you need over the existing one using its dedicated installer and the new interface will be available after new sequencer launch.

UPDATE: In the newest version 1.3.0 the interfaces can be switched in-plugin from the top left icon

Synth Interface    
Standard

100%
1012 x 617 pixels
Minimum screen resolution: XGA

Near full screen in a standard 15" laptop

Large

140%
1402 x 855 pixels
Minimum screen resolution: Full HD

Near full screen in a Full HD monitor

Huge

200%
2024 x 1234 pixels
Minimum screen resolution: WQHD

Full screen in a 2560 x 1440 monitor

Still usable at full 4k resolution

Rack Edition    
Standard

140%
1067 x 553 pixels
Minimum screen resolution: SXGA

Near full screen in a standard 15" laptop

About same size as standard Synth version but 40% larger controls.

Same controls size as synth large interface but 50% smaller area.

Large

155%
1200 x 622 pixels
Minimum screen resolution: WSXGA

Near full screen in a standard 17" laptop

 

Huge

200%
1539 x 798 pixels
Minimum screen resolution: Full HD

Full screen in a Full HD monitor

Still usable at full 4k resolution

Same controls size as synth huge interface but 50% smaller area.

INSTALLATION:

The root area of the download packages contain the smallest version while the "Larger Interface Installers" folder contains the two larger versions. Simply install the one you need over the existing.

Note that you need to quit the sequencer before installing a different version!

UPDATE: In the newest version 1.3.0 the interfaces can be switched in-plugin from the top left icon:

Rack Edition Notes
The "Rack Edition" offers the exact same functionality and sound as the standard synth interface version but does without the keyboard and epmpty chassis areas for maximum controls size on the smallest area possible. The smallest version is about the same size as the standard synth interface version but offers 40% larger controls and text.

To fit the new area we had to reallocate some of the controls as you will notice. For easier programming we furthermore spent the formerly hidden calibration features dedicated controls (the small white buttons) and labeled most of the multi-purpose functions for easier reminding. The only left hidden feature remaining is the seamless adjustment option for the osc and noise levels and tuning buttons which can be easily remembered. Check this page.

  

The Rack Edition furthermore is available in two sub-versions which differ in how they present the presets of a loaded bank when you launch the list with the down-arrow buttons:

Standard version - labeled RE

All 128 presets of the loaded bank are shown at once.

Advantage: Immediate access to all presets without scrolling.
Disadvantage: You can't edit parameters while the presets are shown.

List Edition - labeled RE LE

The presets are shown in a scrollable list on the side, the same as in the synth interface versions.

Advantage: You still can edit parameters while presets are opened.
Disadvantage: You only can see 25 presets at once and have to scroll for a different selection.

Packages:

The standard Rack Edition package labeled RE contains the Standard RE versions (128 presets in front). The LE versions featuring a scrollable list on the left instead are available in a separate package labeled RELE.

RE Large and RE LE Large in a MacBook Pro 15:

In both the two down-arrow buttons still act the same as in the synth interface version, so:

The left button launches a temporary list which again disappears after having chosen a preset, which is convenient for quick targetted picking.

The right button launches a sticky list which remains opened until you click the right button again, which is convenient for browsing around in the bank.

You also can lock a before with the left button opened temporary list afterwards with this button.

Interfaces appearance
To get an idea of the real world's appearance of the different interfaces we show their actual appearance in the Apple Mac line-up from large to small screen at factory standard screen resolution featuring:

iMac 27" Mid 2017 Retina (resolution equating to 2560 x 1440 pixels real)
iMac 21" Mid 2011 (resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels)
MacBook Pro 15" Mid 2015 Retina (resolution equating to 1440 x 900 pixels real)
MacBook Pro 13" Early 2015 Retina (resolution equating to 1280 x 800 pixels real)

For larger size click on the images.

iMac 27"
Synth Standard Synth Large Synth Huge
Rack Edition Standard Rack Edition Large Rack Edition Huge

iMac 21"
Synth Standard Synth Large Synth Huge
Rack Edition Standard Rack Edition Large Rack Edition Huge

MacBook Pro 15"
Synth Standard Synth Large Synth Huge
Rack Edition Standard Rack Edition Large Rack Edition Huge

MacBook Pro 13"
Synth Standard Synth Large Synth Huge
Rack Edition Standard Rack Edition Large Rack Edition Huge