Mastering loops with FxBox on classic Amiga hardware

FxBox v1.17 serves as a real-time multi-loop processor and editor crafted in AMOS BASIC for Amiga computers running m68k-AmigaOS 1.3 or later. Developed by tstamborski under the GitHub repository marc365/FxBox, this tool targets retro audio enthusiasts by enabling advanced sample manipulation on classic hardware. FxBox imports 16-bit, 24-bit, and 32-bit floating-point AIFF and WAV files, alongside IFF files, ABK AMOS sample banks, and Octamed formats. It supports mono, stereo, quad, and 4-channel multi-track processing, with options to record directly to disk or pipe audio over networks to VST hosts. Realtime preview and oscilloscope views enhance usability on accelerated Amiga systems. Custom AMOSPro music extensions overcome original BASIC limitations, while VST network sync combines with Octamed AREXX synchronization for seamless workflows. The application demands at least 1MB RAM, preferably fast RAM, and compiles via AMOS Professional 365 for optimal performance across Amiga models. Version 1.17 marks the first public release, available via GitHub with screenshots demonstrating the interface and options panels. Community discussions highlight its appeal for 68k-era audio production, blending BASIC simplicity with DSP power.

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