DREADNOUGHT Flasher

1Connect

Plug the FM-1 straight into this computer with a data USB cable, switch it on, and close Ableton or any other app or tab using MIDI.

On the FM-1: Not checked yet

2Back up first

Find your FM-1 first, so this step can tell you which tool backs it up.

Firmwares don't share formats: projects, presets and samples from one don't open in another.

I have saved a backup on this computer

3Choose firmware

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Use a .fwsc file from this computer (CI builds, testing)

Package: None chosen
SHA-256: —

4Install

The battery is charged and the cable goes straight into the computer (no hub)

Waiting.

Don't close this tab while it writes. If it stops, plug back in and press Install again: the FM-1 waits in update mode and finishes the job.

Log

Going back to the official firmware

Use M-VAVE's own tools for that: the FM1 Workbench (return to V15), or the M-UPGRADE updater with FM-1 V15 from m-vave.com. Back up with the editor first. If the FM-1 won't start, read the recovery guide.