Sampling and trimming
Import a sample or record an audio source. Set precise start and end points in the SAMPLE editor.
GOLDEN ERA GE-87 · WINDOWS
GE-87: the 12-bit sampler for Windows.
Discover a way of making beats inspired by the samplers that shaped the '80s and '90s: 12-bit character, pads and the pleasure of building a beat one sample at a time.
49 €
Perpetual licence · No subscription
This interactive preview runs in your browser. It is separate from a full Windows trial and the Challenge edition.
THE SOUND OF GE-87
Hear the three modes.
The same beat, exported from GE-87 in 1987, MODERN ERA and DIGITAL ERA.
GE-87 / DEMO SONG · 01 / 03
1987
12-bit grain and vintage output character.
CONTINUOUS PLAY
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The three modes play one after another. Switch modes during playback to compare the same passage.
Open the MP3s
WHY WE MADE GE-87
Made out of a love for sampling
Imagine making music on a sampler inspired by the machines that shaped the '80s and '90s. Their distinctive grain, their controls, their hands-on workflow — and, above all, the limitations that pushed producers to dig deeper, experiment and do more with less. A different chop, a slowed-down sound or a few notes played on the pads could lead to an unexpected groove.
We created GOLDEN ERA GE-87 out of love for those legendary machines. We wanted to bring back that direct connection to sampling, where every decision matters, a track takes shape bit by bit and discovering something unexpected is part of the fun.
Whether you grew up with vintage samplers or you're discovering them today, GE-87 invites you into that way of creating. Load your sounds, chop them, reshape them, play them on the pads and build a beat one pattern at a time. The 1987 mode offers vintage-inspired coloration; MODERN gives you a more even response with the same workflow. DIGITAL ERA plays the original FLOAT32 source with neutral outputs.
Load or record
Import your own audio or capture a source directly inside GE-87.
Trim and assign
Set the useful section in the SAMPLE editor, then spread your sounds across banks A, B, C and D.
Play and record
Record a live pad performance, set your pattern length and work with swing or groove.
Arrange and export
Build a song from your patterns, save the project and export the mix or separate outputs.
INSIDE THE MACHINE
What GE-87 can do
Sampling, sequencing, mixing and MIDI control, with the essential controls right on the front panel.
4 banks, 32 slots
Eight pads per bank, A through D. Build your kits and switch banks as you work.
Patterns and SONG mode
Record pads in real time, edit patterns and arrange their order into a complete track.
Swing and grooves
Adjust note timing and give patterns their own movement while keeping the feel of a live performance.
8 multi-purpose faders
Select TUNE, LEVEL or OUTPUT mode to control pitch, level or output routing from the front panel.
MIDI control
Play the pads from a MIDI keyboard or controller. Map buttons, faders and knobs directly with MIDI MAP.
Projects and built-in kits
Save and reopen sessions through DISK. Built-in kits offer a quick starting point.
Audio export
Export a WAV mix or separate outputs for further mixing in your preferred software.
SOUND CHARACTER
1987, MODERN and DIGITAL ERA
Three sound characters in one machine. Switch modes while keeping your pads, patterns and way of working.
1987
The 12-bit engine with output coloration inspired by classic samplers.
MODERN
The same 12-bit engine with neutral outputs, for a more consistent character across all eight outputs.
DIGITAL ERA
Playback of the original FLOAT32 source at its native sample rate, with neutral outputs to retain source quality.
Optional ASIO® support on Windows.
GOLDEN ERA GE-87 · Windows · ASIO®
ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH, registered in Europe and other countries.
THE PRACTICAL DETAILS
Before you start
- Does GE-87 need a DAW?
- No. GE-87 is a standalone Windows application. ASIO® is supported but is not required.
- Can I use my own samples?
- Yes. Load your own sounds or record an audio source directly inside the machine.
- How many pads are available?
- Eight pads across each of four banks (A, B, C and D): 32 sound slots.
- Can I use a MIDI controller?
- Yes. Pads respond to MIDI notes, while front-panel controls can be assigned through MIDI mapping.
- Can I export separate tracks?
- Yes. GE-87 supports WAV export and separate-output export.
- How many machines can I activate?
- One GE-87 licence allows three simultaneous activations.
The 2026 Challenge
From November 17 to December 17, 2026, enter the GE-87 Challenge. Seven personalised CHAMP EDITION licences will reward the jury’s selection.
The contest demo is available only during the Challenge. Purchased licences remain perpetual.
A validated entry earns a personal 25% discount on GE-87: €36.75 instead of €49.
The 2026 ChallengeYour setup
Standalone application for Windows 10/11 (64-bit).
GE-87 supports ASIO® on Windows, but an ASIO driver is not required.
One licence allows three simultaneous activations. Orders and downloads are available in your S7WILD account.
Check my setup with supportRead the getting started guide
The licence for the purchased version remains perpetual and is not a subscription. Technical activation uses a renewable certificate: the software attempts automatic verification after 24 hours, and the issued certificate is valid for up to 30 days from issuance. Internet access is needed for initial activation and to renew the certificate before it expires. An extended lack of connectivity can therefore suspend licensed functions until verification succeeds, without itself removing the acquired rights or projects. Statutory rights and support still apply.
GOLDEN ERA GE-87 · 49 €
Perpetual licence · No subscription
GE-87: base price €49. For international sales, applicable local taxes are added and the total is shown before payment.
GE-87 includes free, unlimited MASTER! in your browser.
MASTER!From sample to track, then to master
GE-87 brings sampling, pads and sequencing together in a standalone Windows application. Import sounds, trim samples, play patterns and arrange them in SONG mode. Choose the character of 1987, MODERN or DIGITAL ERA while keeping the same controls.
When the arrangement is ready, export the mix as WAV or export separate outputs to continue mixing. A GE-87 licence recognised in your S7WILD account also gives you free, unlimited MASTER! access to finish tracks in your browser.
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