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Hi everyone,
Thanks for all the likes and positive comments – it really means a lot to me that the project is generating such interest! ❤️
I’m writing a brand new editor from scratch using Swift + SwiftUI on Apple Silicon in Xcode. I chose Swift because it’s Apple’s modern, official language, ensuring the best long-term support and performance on new Macs.
Current Progress (Week 1):
[] Parser: Correctly loads .pch2 and .prf2 files with all modules and cable connections.
[] Cables: Can be hidden or moved to keep the layout clean (re-patching is next on the list).
[] Parameters: Knob positions and display values load correctly.
[] UI Elements: Buttons, switches, and radio buttons are functional.
[] Areas: FX area and all 4 slots (A, B, C, D) load correctly.
[] Modules: Many are already recreated. Advanced displays (Envelopes, LFOs) are in progress.
Everything is drawn from scratch (vector-based), meaning the interface can be scaled freely without losing quality. According to my 9-stage plan, I’m currently at Stage 2 (Data Model + Parser).
The Challenge:
I am using Claude Code to assist with the development. Currently, I'm on a Pro plan which has strict usage limits for large codebases, forcing me to take several-hour breaks between coding sessions.
Upgrading to the Max plan (~$100/month) would eliminate these limits and potentially speed up development by 5x, allowing for much more code per day and consistent workflow. Unfortunately, I cannot cover this cost alone at the moment.
My Question to the Community:
Would you be interested in supporting the project to cover this monthly cost?
If I can reach this goal, I will:
[] Report back once a week with photos, videos, and new features.
[] Accelerate development of USB communication, live parameter editing, and cable drag-and-drop.
If you are interested, please let me know in the comments (even a simple "+1" or "I'm in" helps!). If there is enough interest, I will set up a Ko-fi profile and share the link.
Short Video: https://youtu.be/ZmMy3mZ4CaU
FB Dicusion: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18U1Ehwtp1/?
Thank you so much in advance for any feedback!
Best regards 🎹
Jakub
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-- ok -- thoughts -- no commitments .. thoughts 
- what is your estimate of the time being needed with claude .. and the time being needed to make a functional editor .. not all of it would need claude .. would it?
- I'm willing to financially help a bit .. if you have an iban number .. could set up some regular transfer .. as i, where possible, refuse to use us firms for mony transfers .. so it really will have eu bank to bank ..or euro notes in an envelope.
- I could delay upgrading my internet for a while .. for instance 
- This would mean a fixed monthly amount for a while .. and not unconditional .. but it would mean that i can use the G2 again .. and .. heh .. hopefully .. indefinitely now.
- I''ll need to think about amounts .. and it . of course .. depends on how likable you .. oooh poor me .. did i fall for capitalism now 
- I need a bit more of a plan .. that .. and it will have to be something for linux and windows too .. and it should be a free product .. or at least dirt cheap.
- anything commercial on the nord modulars would be a no-go for me - it became big from user contributions .. and even Clavia did not make a fortune out of it.
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Registering my interest in this effort and watching this thread.
I'm curious if/how you'll be able to get the Patch Mutator to work, too.
Great looking work, so far.
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I don't use Macs, but am still interested in your project. I'm using Claude Code to migrate e-m to Ubuntu to reorganize the code so we can make improvements to the site. I'm using the $17.50 Pro plan. There are techniques to save memory and context, which saves tokens. I've found that working through a 5 hour session is about all I can handle. Compacting context and saving memory really helps, as I'm sure you already know.
One more thing, once you sign up for a monthly plan, it is very hard to cancel. So if you sign up for $100/month and finish in 1 or 2 months, you may not be able to get your money back. I'm not sure about that, but it would be prudent make sure before you make a commitment.
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| blue hell wrote: | -- ok -- thoughts -- no commitments .. thoughts
- what is your estimate of the time being needed with claude .. and the time being needed to make a functional editor .. not all of it would need claude .. would it?
- I'm willing to financially help a bit .. if you have an iban number .. could set up some regular transfer .. as i, where possible, refuse to use us firms for mony transfers .. so it really will have eu bank to bank ..or euro notes in an envelope.
- I could delay upgrading my internet for a while .. for instance
- This would mean a fixed monthly amount for a while .. and not unconditional .. but it would mean that i can use the G2 again .. and .. heh .. hopefully .. indefinitely now.
- I''ll need to think about amounts .. and it . of course .. depends on how likable you .. oooh poor me .. did i fall for capitalism now
- I need a bit more of a plan .. that .. and it will have to be something for linux and windows too .. and it should be a free product .. or at least dirt cheap.
- anything commercial on the nord modulars would be a no-go for me - it became big from user contributions .. and even Clavia did not make a fortune out of it. |
Thanks for the honest feedback! I truly appreciate your perspective and your willingness to help. Here is how I see the project and answers to your questions:
Timeline & Claude: I plan to deliver a functional beta version within a few months. I reached the current stage in just about 20 days, which proves how effective this workflow is. I estimate that I need about 25–50 intensive work sessions to complete the key phases: from GUI polishing to the USB/MIDI protocol and full UX. Without AI, this project could drag on for years; with it, it's a matter of 3–5 months of intensive work to reach a stable, usable version.
Platform: I chose Swift/SwiftUI because it allows me to create an editor that is ultra-smooth and stable on modern Apple Silicon—something current solutions lack. As a dedicated Apple user, this is where my expertise lies. While there is a cross-platform project (C/Java) by Chris Turner, development has been moving very slowly. I decided I could achieve results much faster by focusing 100% on the Apple ecosystem.
Why Swift over C? Building a modern GUI for today’s macOS in C is like fighting windmills. I chose Swift for several reasons:
- GPU Utilization (Metal API): My app uses the Metal engine. Every knob and cable is hardware-accelerated, ensuring 120Hz fluid performance even with massive patches.
- Ecosystem & Future-proofing: Swift is Apple’s native language, ensuring that future macOS updates won't break the editor.
- Vector UI: The interface is fully vector-based, looking razor-sharp on everything from a MacBook Air to 6K monitors.
Free & Open Source Model: To be clear about the financial side: I am porting the BVERHUE editor to Swift, and the USB communication is based on Chris Turner’s code (he personally suggested I use his work). Both projects are under the GPL license, which legally binds me to release my editor under the same terms—completely free and open-source. There is no room for commercialization here.
Funding & the MAX Plan: I am not doing this for profit. I invest several hours of my private time every day, but the AI tool costs are high. To start, I only need $100 to cover one month of the Claude MAX plan.
What does this change? Currently, on the Pro plan, I am often blocked by "rate limits," forcing several-hour breaks. The MAX plan offers 5-20x higher limits and access to the Opus model, which is much better at analyzing the complex Delphi code (~15k lines from BVerhue). It will allow me to work without downtime and avoid errors when porting the USB protocol logic. Without this, the project will move much slower.
Payment: I completely understand your aversion to US payment corporations. If you decide to support the project, a direct IBAN transfer is perfectly fine and much appreciated.
Current Progress: In these 20 days, I’ve already built a comprehensive documentation base (a "second brain" for the AI). Selection, dragging, deleting, renaming, color changes, and Undo/Redo are already functional. Most importantly: the app can already save Patches that open correctly in the original Clavia G2 Editor. If we reach the funding goal, I will post frequent reports and progress videos on YouTube.
Let me know what you think. Every bit of help brings us closer to making the G2 fully usable on Apple Silicon again!
Last update: https://youtu.be/qWhWTnU2Qpg
Best regards,
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| mosc wrote: | I don't use Macs, but am still interested in your project. I'm using Claude Code to migrate e-m to Ubuntu to reorganize the code so we can make improvements to the site. I'm using the $17.50 Pro plan. There are techniques to save memory and context, which saves tokens. I've found that working through a 5 hour session is about all I can handle. Compacting context and saving memory really helps, as I'm sure you already know.
One more thing, once you sign up for a monthly plan, it is very hard to cancel. So if you sign up for $100/month and finish in 1 or 2 months, you may not be able to get your money back. I'm not sure about that, but it would be prudent make sure before you make a commitment. |
Hi mosc,
That’s great to hear you’re also using Claude Code for the forum migration! It’s an incredible tool when used correctly.
Regarding the Max plan: Yes, it is a standard monthly subscription. You can cancel it at any time, and it simply expires at the end of the billing cycle, so there's no risk of being "locked in" for longer than needed. I've double-checked their terms, and it's quite flexible.
As for optimizing context, I’ve already implemented a system similar to what you’ve mentioned. I maintain a "Project Brain" in a separate documentation folder. Instead of feeding Claude the entire codebase every time, I use summarized markdown files for architecture and specific logic. This keeps the context window clean and saves a lot of tokens.
I actually made a short video showing the "heart" of the project—this documentation-driven workflow and how I manage the "Project Brain":
Watch here: https://youtu.be/-776HoKGbC8
The main reason I’m looking at the Max plan isn't just context size, but the rate limits. When I'm in a flow and working on complex logic like the USB protocol or the module parser, I tend to hit the "usage reached" wall quite fast on the Pro plan. Max would allow me to maintain that 5-hour momentum without being forced to take a break mid-problem.
Good luck with the e-m migration to Ubuntu! Looking forward to seeing the improvements on the site.
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Thats interesting!
I just started a few weeks ago, also with help from a coding agent, to build an electronjs app for the G2. With the use of a c++ part to do the usb communication (i tried node.js firts, but that did not come far).
What i have working now:
- Startup, getting device info, patches, etc.
- Parsing pch2
- Renderering all modules and cables (some details not finished)
- Adding, moving, deleting modules
- Adding, deleting cables
- Switching slots and variations from editor or G2
- Changing params from editor or G2 (and sync both)
- Now working on a file browser (synth, disk) and file loading between editor/G2.
- And also busy with a lot of UX improvements 
I went for the electronjs route because i'm mainly a frontend developer.
And i'd like the app to be working on macOS/Windows/Linux (Raspberry Pi?). And i think there are more frontend developers, so more people could help at some point.
I also used the code and information of alle available tools (g2ools, delphi editor, and also the editor Chris Turner is working on). And i used ian's pchviewer code for the rendering. Altough in all cases, my code is allready far from those. I made a habbit of refacturing/restructering so i understand it .
Interesting times!
Maybe share some knowledge/code or combine the efforts? Although we go different routes.
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| Burp wrote: | Thats interesting!
I just started a few weeks ago, also with help from a coding agent, to build an electronjs app for the G2. With the use of a c++ part to do the usb communication (i tried node.js firts, but that did not come far).
What i have working now:
- Startup, getting device info, patches, etc.
- Parsing pch2
- Renderering all modules and cables (some details not finished)
- Adding, moving, deleting modules
- Adding, deleting cables
- Switching slots and variations from editor or G2
- Changing params from editor or G2 (and sync both)
- Now working on a file browser (synth, disk) and file loading between editor/G2.
- And also busy with a lot of UX improvements
I went for the electronjs route because i'm mainly a frontend developer.
And i'd like the app to be working on macOS/Windows/Linux (Raspberry Pi?). And i think there are more frontend developers, so more people could help at some point.
I also used the code and information of alle available tools (g2ools, delphi editor, and also the editor Chris Turner is working on). And i used ian's pchviewer code for the rendering. Altough in all cases, my code is allready far from those. I made a habbit of refacturing/restructering so i understand it .
Interesting times!
Maybe share some knowledge/code or combine the efforts? Although we go different routes. |
Hi there!
It’s amazing to see another project for the G2 popping up! It seems the community is more active than ever.
Your progress with ElectronJS sounds impressive, especially having the parameter sync and USB communication already working. Electron is a great choice for cross-platform support.
I chose the Swift/SwiftUI route specifically to create a "no-compromise" experience for Mac users, focusing on native performance and Metal graphics. While our tech stacks are different, the protocol logic is the same for both of us.
I am definitely open to sharing knowledge! If we hit a wall with specific USB commands, it would be great to compare notes. Also, I’m curious—which AI coding agent are you using to assist you? I’m currently heavily relying on Claude Code, and it’s been a game-changer for me.
Let's keep in touch! It’s a win-win for the G2 community to have both a modern cross-platform editor and a high-performance native Mac version.
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Hi there!
It’s amazing to see another project for the G2 popping up! It seems the community is more active than ever.
Your progress with ElectronJS sounds impressive, especially having the parameter sync and USB communication already working. Electron is a great choice for cross-platform support.
I chose the Swift/SwiftUI route specifically to create a "no-compromise" experience for Mac users, focusing on native performance and Metal graphics. While our tech stacks are different, the protocol logic is the same for both of us.
I am definitely open to sharing knowledge! If we hit a wall with specific USB commands, it would be great to compare notes. Also, I’m curious—which AI coding agent are you using to assist you? I’m currently heavily relying on Claude Code, and it’s been a game-changer for me.
Let's keep in touch! It’s a win-win for the G2 community to have both a modern cross-platform editor and a high-performance native Mac version.
Best regards,
Jakub |
Hi!
I totaly understand your goal and therefore the stack you use. Would be nice to have a very fast (instant) editor for my mac
Indead, both approaches have there valid reasoning, and only interesting to see whats coming.
I thought a long time about this but allways thought it was too big and too much time to invest. So i also have an editor running in UTM with Windows 7, and an old macMini with Mojave. But both feels like an obstacle for actualy using my Nord.
Allthough i'm very critical and skeptical about AI, i'm also curious. And at my work we are trying it out for a few months and see what it brings. We have a Claude Code Team subscription (same as the 20,- personal i think). But i'm also using OpenCode with some free models for easier tasks. My experience so far are divers. Good because it can do a lot off stuff fast (gathering knowledge from code and manuals), but at the same you need to know what you want and it's good practice to refacture a lot (also by hand). But whithout it, i wouldn't started this.
I did not document all the USB commication and parsing a lot, it's in the code But maybe good to put it in a readeble and shareble doc. How does your documentation look? Maybe good to compare it and see where we can learn from eachother.
Best Regards,
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| cebec wrote: | Registering my interest in this effort and watching this thread.
I'm curious if/how you'll be able to get the Patch Mutator to work, too.
Great looking work, so far. |
I would love to integrate such tool in my editor. So yes, why not. But it is definitely not the first thing. A stable basic editor as a first (big) step is now my main focus.
But, in my dreams i have a small editor with the Patch Mutator running on a RaspberryPi sitting on my Nord. And a couple of hardware buttons connected to control the Mutator...
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Off topic, sorry:
As I posted on another topic, my G2X LCD displays are dying (fading out). Nord did say these parts aren't available any more. There are many LCD displays available but I can't figure out which ones would be a suitable substitute. I thinking of scanning the schematic and seeing if Claude Code can figure out if there is something that would work.
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As I posted on another topic, my G2X LCD displays are dying (fading out). Nord did say these parts aren't available any more. There are many LCD displays available but I can't figure out which ones would be a suitable substitute. I thinking of scanning the schematic and seeing if Claude Code can figure out if there is something that would work. |
Hi blue hel,
The G2 displays are 128x64 pixel LCDs based on the KS0108 controller. While Nord doesn't stock them, the community has found that Raystar RG12864B series displays are a near-perfect fit.
Specifically, look for the RG12864B-BIW-VBE (White on Blue STN) if you want that classic look. You can find them at distributors like TME.eu, Mouser, or DigiKey.
Technical tip: Always double-check the pinout (20 pins). Sometimes you might need to swap pins 19 and 20 for the LED backlight or adjust the contrast voltage, but physically and logically they are compatible. Using Claude to scan the schematics is a great idea to verify the pinout before soldering!
https://www.electro-music.com/forum/topic-12352.html
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Heh, mosc asked .. but harware maintainabilty of the nords is an issue as well of course .. are there any plans for hardware clones?
[One of my two NM Classics died]
But that was off topic 
I need think more .. and am also curious as to coopperation between burp & cube.
Also I'm now seeing three people here making use of Claude ... there are business plans I see .. would such be an idea for a loosely cooperating bunch of hobbyists?
It nice to see activity!
[Meanwhile the NM Classic still works great over Midi on Win 11 - had not used it in ages but it is more stable than ever it seems - on miditech 8x8]
I am BTW interested in a modern windows solution for the G2 cas well, even when moving music stuff over to the mac [m4] mostly now .. I still of course have Wren which is win only . but would like that to be mac ported as well.
Ok .. think more
And thank you Jakub for your .. hmm .. lack of english words . clarification .. explanation .. comments . .somewhere there
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I need think more .. and am also curious as to coopperation between burp & cube.
Also I'm now seeing three people here making use of Claude ... there are business plans I see .. would such be an idea for a loosely cooperating bunch of hobbyists?
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Yes that would be nice. I don't have concrete ideas how to approach that.
But technically we could start with an open repository where we can gather all technical information in one place. Now it's scattered all over the place and in different code bases
At some point it will be nice that others can help with:
- developing
- testing on different hardware and platforms
- if someone would like to help, but can't develop or test, then some kind of funding (for claude subscriptions as @cube666999 proposed for example) would be nice, but feels also a bit awkward.
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The G2 displays are 128x64 pixel LCDs based on the KS0108 controller. While Nord doesn't stock them, the community has found that Raystar RG12864B series displays are a near-perfect fit.
Specifically, look for the RG12864B-BIW-VBE (White on Blue STN) if you want that classic look. You can find them at distributors like TME.eu, Mouser, or DigiKey.
Technical tip: Always double-check the pinout (20 pins). Sometimes you might need to swap pins 19 and 20 for the LED backlight or adjust the contrast voltage, but physically and logically they are compatible. Using Claude to scan the schematics is a great idea to verify the pinout before soldering!
https://www.electro-music.com/forum/topic-12352.html
Good luck with the fix! |
Thanks very much for this information. I have pretty much given up hope on repairing my G2X. Now there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I have a friend here in Durham who has an expensive disordering tool. He has the display board from my G2X. As Stimpy says. "Happy Happy Joy Joy".
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I do like how you refer to it as a disordering tool. Probably spellcheck. It can function in that way, but I usually use it for desoldering.
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Thanks very much for this information. I have pretty much given up hope on repairing my G2X. Now there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I have a friend here in Durham who has an expensive disordering tool. He has the display board from my G2X. As Stimpy says. "Happy Happy Joy Joy". |
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We are talking about Nord G2 and G2X, right? I don't see how those wee little lcd screens could have 64 pixels in the y direction. The ones on the G2X are 16x2 character displays, with 16 pin inputs. I think it is the same for the G2. | cube666999 wrote: | | mosc wrote: | Off topic, sorry:
As I posted on another topic, my G2X LCD displays are dying (fading out). Nord did say these parts aren't available any more. There are many LCD displays available but I can't figure out which ones would be a suitable substitute. I thinking of scanning the schematic and seeing if Claude Code can figure out if there is something that would work. |
Hi blue hel,
The G2 displays are 128x64 pixel LCDs based on the KS0108 controller. While Nord doesn't stock them, the community has found that Raystar RG12864B series displays are a near-perfect fit.
Specifically, look for the RG12864B-BIW-VBE (White on Blue STN) if you want that classic look. You can find them at distributors like TME.eu, Mouser, or DigiKey.
Technical tip: Always double-check the pinout (20 pins). Sometimes you might need to swap pins 19 and 20 for the LED backlight or adjust the contrast voltage, but physically and logically they are compatible. Using Claude to scan the schematics is a great idea to verify the pinout before soldering!
https://www.electro-music.com/forum/topic-12352.html
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mosc
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| Posted: Mon May 11, 2026 4:00 pm Post subject:
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| SgtBilge wrote: | I do like how you refer to it as a disordering tool. Probably spellcheck. It can function in that way, but I usually use it for desoldering.
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Disordering tool: the cosmic entropy device. It seems to be very effective on everything, especially on my favorite electro-toys.
 to electro-music.com Sarge - great to have you here.
Yes we are taling about the G2 and G2X that has two rows of characters.
But I think we have hijacked this topic.  My apologies to Burp.
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Burp
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| Posted: Mon May 11, 2026 10:54 pm Post subject:
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| mosc wrote: |
But I think we have hijacked this topic. My apologies to Burp. |
No problem, and i think i allready hijacked it from @cube666999
And someone started a thread about my approach to a G2 editor: https://electro-music.com/forum/topic-74925.html
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