DefleMask

Overview

DefleMask is a multi-system chiptune tracker that supports numerous vintage sound chips from a single, unified interface. Composers can create authentic music for Sega Genesis, NES, Game Boy, Commodore 64, and many other platforms, exporting to formats playable on real hardware or in emulators.

Fast Facts

Aspect	Detail
Developer	Delek
Released	2011
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, mobile
License	Free / paid versions
Supported chips	15+

Supported Systems

System	Sound Chip	Channels
Sega Genesis	YM2612 + PSG	6 FM + 4 PSG
NES	2A03	5
Game Boy	GB APU	4
Commodore 64	SID	3
Master System	SN76489	4
PC Engine	HuC6280	6
Arcade	YM2151	8

Key Features

Feature	Benefit
Unified interface	Learn once, compose for all
Accurate emulation	Hear exactly what hardware produces
Export formats	VGM, ROM, native formats
Effect columns	Per-channel effects
FM editor	Full operator control

Genesis/Mega Drive Focus

DefleMask particularly excels at FM synthesis:

Feature	Implementation
6 operators	Full YM2612 access
SSG-EG	Hardware envelope
DAC	Sample channel
PSG	Square + noise

Interface

Component	Purpose
Pattern editor	Note entry
Instrument editor	Chip-specific parameters
Wave editor	Custom waveforms (where applicable)
Sample editor	DAC samples

Export Options

Format	Use
VGM	Standard chiptune format
Native ROM	Play on real hardware
Module	Platform-specific
WAV	Audio recording

Learning Approach

System	Recommended Start
NES	Simple PSG, good tutorials
Game Boy	4 channels, manageable
Genesis	Complex but rewarding
C64	Deep, filter-heavy

Community

Resource	Content
Discord	Active help community
Tutorials	YouTube, written guides
Presets	Shared instruments
Covers	Learning from others

Legacy

DefleMask democratised multi-platform chiptune creation, making it possible for one composer to target multiple vintage systems without learning separate tools for each.

Multi-system chiptune tracker