One of those what should I buy questions

mewraz · 2017-02-26T19:11:03.538Z

A Virus Snow would definitely fit the criteria. Except for the budget

Stickhit · 2017-02-26T19:17:31.356Z

I own a Virus Snow as well as the JD-Xi, and even though I love it the Snow is not a clear winner over the Roland (but it is a nice sized desktop model).
Standalone I prefer the JD-Xi, hooked up to a computer I prefer the Snow. Also I think the Snow is no longer in production so you would have to wait for a second hand one.

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T19:32:05.829Z

Ha ha yeah it’s perfect on paper, but really not to my ears!

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T19:32:43.992Z

I’ll take a listen to some demos then. Cheers!

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T19:34:04.231Z

Yeah unfortunately as much as I would love one, I’m not going to be able to stretch to it. In fact, it seems like used prices have shot up over the last couple of years, making it further out of reach.
Shame as the Arp on that is the nuts

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T19:35:28.411Z

Ah OK. That sucks as I don’t have the space for the keys. Nice to have it on my radar though.

LyingDalai · 2017-02-26T19:58:50.930Z

If you need info on this, post your questions on the dedicated thread : the man behind Audiothingie will answer your questions I believe.

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T20:01:47.817Z

Sweet. I sent him an email via the site, however if he’s active I may get a quicker answer.

psyclone001 · 2017-02-26T20:11:37.052Z

Maybe another Blofeld?
I don’t like the sound personally, apart from its pads/soundscapes that you are after

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T20:16:34.444Z

That was my initial thought, as I love the sound, and how flexible it is in respect of mods etc.
However it’s a little shy of 10 years old I belive, so thought I’d see what options are out there. Also nowadays within that price range there’s a lot of choices.

At least I know if I don’t find what I need, what I need does exist in the form of the blofeld!

RoyShade · 2017-02-26T22:04:05.552Z

I do. When I’m writing a track using a process I dubbed - unleashing the power of my studio - it is a part of my signal chain. There are probably better options for filter, distortion, resonator and delay but it’s all one box, stereo, and I own it.

RoyShade · 2017-02-26T22:05:52.777Z

I like the tubes one… particularly if you replace the tubes. Super versatile and very creative as an instrument t. Mixes well too.

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T22:09:30.364Z

Ha very true.
I think I get a better feeling when I find I can do something new, with something I already own, over buying something new.

Are the fx tied to the sequencer, or is it just plug in and you’re good to go?

RoyShade · 2017-02-26T22:36:00.000Z

The sequencer is optional but amazing.

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T22:43:20.835Z

Kinda like a dsi plock thing?

rotallytuined · 2017-02-26T22:52:31.563Z

Korg Minilogue, maybe 2nd hand?
Saw the keys off, naturally.

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T23:13:05.303Z

I did consider it, but you’re right. It’s the keys.

RoyShade · 2017-02-26T23:14:44.713Z

More like mod/lfo destinations but sequenced. The setting for sounds can all be set manually. You don’t even have to press start on the sequencer, just turn knobs like a synth. But the sequencer can point to anything on the synth so if you do use it, it will gate the envelope according to track 1. This is good and bad but you can add rhythmic elements to the thru by keeping the osc down and sequencing the filter. Sequence distortion amt. Etc.

NeonSlut · 2017-02-26T23:43:23.494Z

Wow that does sound cool.

If someone could just give me more cash, more space, and more time, I’d be able to have all the toys I wanted!!

NeonSlut · 2017-03-07T19:09:29.119Z

Just to update the thread (as I know so many people were holding their breath to see what I was going to get), my MicroMonsta arrived today!

I’ve had about ten seconds play time, whilst the Mrs gives my little one a bath, however the sounds I’ve scrolled through are really impressive.

Looking forward to sending the Arp to the a4 later on.

And here’s the standard ‘yay my new toy’ picture:

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Thanks to @elektrosamplist for the super quick and easy order, and the could gifts included.

Peas.