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Intellijel Swells firmware

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1.2.6.0
released 13 Aug 2026
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What's new in 1.2.6.0

Fixed: Issue causing noise with some trim settings.

Last checked 26 Oct 2026

Release notes on intellijel.github.io ↗

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How to update the Intellijel Swells

Connect the module via USB to a computer, open intellijel.github.io/firmware in a Chrome-based browser, select Swells from the list, put the module into bootloader mode using the button combination described in the manual, then click Update.

What you need

Intellijel Web Firmware Updater — the software Intellijel uses to load firmware onto the Intellijel Swells. 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 Intellijel Swells

The Intellijel Swells is updated with Intellijel Web Firmware Updater, published by Intellijel.

Download Intellijel Web Firmware Updater from Intellijelopens in a new tab — intellijel.github.io

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Intellijel Swells firmware update history

5 releases since Apr 2026, roughly one a month.

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

Version 1.2.6.0 — 13 Aug 2026

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — intellijel.github.io

Version 1.2.5.0 — 25 Jul 2026

- Tweak: Smoother/Finer Control handling.

Version 1.2.0.0 — 5 Jun 2026

- New: Increased gain on Wet output for all Models — Better matched across Models and compared to Dry signal. - New: Adjustments to DAMP Hi/Lo Frequency Ranges for all Models — Allow for more dramatic play and modulation. - New: Reduced minimum SIZE for X1/X2/Y1 - Really fun for resonator/chorus type sounds. - Tweak: Increased Compressor Makeup Gain on Lofi:MIN/MAX for Bank Y. - Tweak: Reduced minimum HPF>VERB frequency from 50Hz to 10Hz. - Fixes: Minor bug fixes, optimizations, and tweaks.

Version 1.1.0.0 — 27 Apr 2026

- New: Verb Kill Burst mode (YELLOW) — Kills the Verb output and decay while BURST is active. - New: Show incoming sync pulse (divided rate) on the REVERSE LED when Reverse Sync is enabled. - New: The audio buffers will clear when switching between Models, old behaviour can be enabled with a system boot toggle, see manual for details. - New: Idle Timeout for Alt/Trig pages, they will return to the main display after 20 sec of inactivity. - Tweak: New ALT Parameter display to allow for activity display while adjusting ALT Parameters— - TRIM shown on INPUT-LEVEL LED - EF GAIN shown on INPUT Activity LED - LPF→EF shown on MIX Activity LED - HPF→VERB shown on MIX-LEVEL LED - Tweak: Improved Swell RISE/FALL Transitions. - Tweak: Improved Swell One Shot/Delayed One Shot/Looper signal handling. - Fixed: THRESH knob now works on the Alt page. - Fixed: LPF→EF behaviours. - Fixed: Trigger behaviour on One Shot Swell mode (GREEN). - Fixed: X3 audio glitches when FLOW was set to max. - Fixes: Minor bug fixes, optimizations, and tweaks. - Updated manual available at intellijel.com/support.

Version 1.0.9.0 — 9 Apr 2026

- Fixed: Knob values for the primary and ALT function should no longer affect each other when switching to the ALT page. - Fixed: Input Activity LED now reflects post-INPUT (aka Pre-Verb) control when not on ALT page. - Fixed: Advanced CV Assign regression in 1.0.7.0. - Tweak: Adjustments to compressor settings for LO-FI MIN/MAX on MODEL Bank Y. - Fixes: Minor bug fixes, optimizations, and tweaks.

Intellijel Swells firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Intellijel Swells?

The latest firmware for the Intellijel Swells is version 1.2.6.0, released on 13 Aug 2026. FW//RADAR last checked Intellijel's official page on 26 Oct 2026.

How do I update the Intellijel Swells?

Connect the module via USB to a computer, open intellijel.github.io/firmware in a Chrome-based browser, select Swells from the list, put the module into bootloader mode using the button combination described in the manual, then click Update. Full instructions on Intellijel's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Intellijel Swells?

You need Intellijel Web Firmware Updater, available from intellijel.github.io.

Where can I download Intellijel Swells firmware and drivers?

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

Where can I find the Intellijel Swells manual?

The official Intellijel user manual is a PDF hosted on intellijel.com. Intellijel Swells user manual (PDF) →