Strymon Sunset firmware 1.23 — update guide & changelog

Latest firmware: 1.23

1.23released 1 Aug 2018

What's new in 1.23

Added MIDI mode to the EXP jack power-up procedure for full MIDI implementation via the 1/4" TRS EXP jack with access to 300 presets via MIDI Program Change messages and full parameter control via MIDI CC messages. Added Expression pedal mode and Volume pedal mode options to the FAV jack power-up procedure. Added MIDI Expression ON/OFF secondary parameter to the Live Edit options to determine which presets will respond to MIDI Expression CC# 100.

Last checked 11 Sep 2026

Download 1.23 from Strymonopens in a new tab — strymon.net

How to update the Strymon Sunset

Remove the bottom plate to access the micro-USB port inside the chassis. Connect Sunset 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 Sunset. 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 Sunset

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

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

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Strymon Sunset firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.231 Aug 2018

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — strymon.net

Strymon Sunset manual & official pages

Strymon Sunset user manual (PDF)opens in a new tab — strymon.net
Strymon Sunset on strymon.netopens in a new tab — strymon.net
Download Strymon Sunset firmware from Strymonopens in a new tab — strymon.net

Strymon Sunset firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Strymon Sunset?

The latest firmware for the Strymon Sunset is version 1.23, released on 1 Aug 2018. FW//RADAR last checked Strymon's official page on 11 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Strymon Sunset?

Remove the bottom plate to access the micro-USB port inside the chassis. Connect Sunset 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 Sunset?

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

Where can I download Strymon Sunset 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 Sunset manual?

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

Is the Strymon Sunset still receiving firmware updates?

The last firmware release we recorded is 1.23 from 1 Aug 2018. FW//RADAR still checks Strymon's page daily.

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