Strymon Riverside firmware

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Latest firmware: 1.27

1.27released 1 Oct 2020

What's new in 1.27

Favorite Out now syncs with the on-board FAVORITE footswitch LED.

Last checked 12 Sep 2026

Download 1.27 from Strymonopens in a new tab — strymon.net

How to update the Strymon Riverside

Remove the bottom plate to access the micro-USB port inside the chassis. Connect Riverside to a computer via micro-USB while powered with a power supply. Run Strymon Update (available at strymon.net/support/update-support). Click Check for Updates, then Install Update. Requires macOS 10.14+ or Windows 10+.

What you need

Strymon Update — the software Strymon uses to load firmware onto the Strymon Riverside. 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 Strymon Riverside

The Strymon Riverside is updated with Strymon Update, published by Strymon.

Download Strymon Update from Strymonopens in a new tab — strymon.net

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Strymon Riverside firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.271 Oct 2020

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — strymon.net

Strymon Riverside manual & official pages

Strymon Riverside firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Strymon Riverside?

The latest firmware for the Strymon Riverside is version 1.27, released on 1 Oct 2020. FW//RADAR last checked Strymon's official page on 12 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Strymon Riverside?

Remove the bottom plate to access the micro-USB port inside the chassis. Connect Riverside to a computer via micro-USB while powered with a power supply. Full instructions on Strymon's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Strymon Riverside?

You need Strymon Update, available from Strymon's support site.

Where can I download Strymon Riverside firmware and drivers?

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

Where can I find the Strymon Riverside manual?

The official Strymon user manual is a PDF hosted on strymon.net. Strymon Riverside user manual (PDF) →

Is the Strymon Riverside still receiving firmware updates?

The last firmware release we recorded is 1.27 from 1 Oct 2020. FW//RADAR still checks Strymon's page daily.

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