Befaco CV Thing firmware

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Latest firmware: 1.4.1

1.4.1released 2 Sep 2022

What's new in 1.4.1

Changes in 1.4.1 - Velocity selectable per note - Several minor bug fixes KNOWN ISSUE: Solo mode not working v1.4 - Added Strum mode to Chords v1.3.1 - Fixed Velocity bug v1.3 - Chord mode implemented - Aftertouch implemented - Improved compatibility with iConnectivity devices (OSC disabled) v1.2.3 - Bug fix: POLY mode now works in VCMC when cv and fader is set to sum v1.2.2 - Clock save bug fix - Memory cleanup v1.2.1 - CV Delay bug fixed - Other minor bug fixes v1.2 - New Polyphonic mode added - Changed save structure (four save spaces) - 14 bit CC implemented - Web configurer available v1.1 - Controls can be named - Velocity now applies to notes via Gates - Clock and ST/SP can be mapped to Aux - Improved stability on menus - In Note mode: choose time for Note OFF - Fader readings smoother

Last checked 11 Sep 2026

Download 1.4.1 from Befacoopens in a new tab — github.com

How to update the Befaco CV Thing

Download the latest firmware from the GitHub releases page at github.com/Befaco/VCMC/releases. The CV Thing shares its firmware repository with the VCMC module. Three hex variants are included (standard, Off_01, Off_FF) — try Off_01 or Off_FF if your display shows an offset after flashing. Flash using the Teensy Loader application. SysEx can be used to back up and restore configuration.

What you need

Teensy Loader — the software Befaco uses to load firmware onto the Befaco CV Thing. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Befaco CV Thing

The Befaco CV Thing is updated with Teensy Loader, published by Befaco.

Download Teensy Loader from Befacoopens in a new tab — github.com

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Befaco CV Thing firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.4.12 Sep 2022

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — github.com

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Befaco CV Thing manual & official pages

Befaco CV Thing firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Befaco CV Thing?

The latest firmware for the Befaco CV Thing is version 1.4.1, released on 2 Sep 2022. FW//RADAR last checked Befaco's official page on 11 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Befaco CV Thing?

Download the latest firmware from the GitHub releases page at github.com/Befaco/VCMC/releases. The CV Thing shares its firmware repository with the VCMC module. Full instructions on Befaco's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Befaco CV Thing?

You need Teensy Loader, available from Befaco's support site.

Where can I download Befaco CV Thing firmware and drivers?

Directly from Befaco's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Befaco CV Thing manual?

The official Befaco user manual is a PDF hosted on befaco.org. Befaco CV Thing user manual (PDF) →

Is the Befaco CV Thing still receiving firmware updates?

The last firmware release we recorded is 1.4.1 from 2 Sep 2022. FW//RADAR still checks Befaco's page daily.

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