This is where the SW60XG came in. This coupled with the fact that it needs no IRQ's or DMA channels means that the SW60XG is the ultimate upgrade for anyone who wants high quality wavetable sound. SoundBlaster card required for wave audio playback. Upgrades your current sound card from FM to wavetable synthesis, a technology that produces dramatically improved sound. Even if you have a current Wavetable card, the difference that XG can make is truly astounding.
Wavetable synthesis is the basis of virtually every professional music synthesizer.
It's the first ISA bus sound card with XG- a major technological advancement developed by Yamaha. In total, the SW60XG adds over 548 voices to the 128 standard GM choices. It also allows you to play more voices at once, allowing for greater dramatic impact. For over 100 years, Yamaha has crafted the finest musical instruments and consistently introduced technology that defines the leading edge. The SW60XG and the XG standard are just two of the latest examples.