What should I get as my first plug - in?

sonicstrav · Post by **sonicstrav** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 6:14 am

I've just about to get my new Scope Pro board in a week's time. My Audiophile 2496 is going on Ebay and I can't wait for it. My partner says I am muttering 'Computer graphical interface' 'Modular' and such weird stuff while i'm asleep - she is getting sick of it

Any suggestions for my first plug-in. My friend has suggested:-

1) Adern Flexor
2) John Bowen's Solaris
3) SPL Transient Designer

What would you go for??

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JLS · Post by **JLS** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 6:32 am

Flexor absolute number ONE

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wayne · Post by **wayne** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 6:44 am

How do you like to make music? There is a wide "scope" of plugs, and it depends on whether you are, say, a record/mix person or a synth/sequence or whatever person.

flexor is insane, tho, and will be updated soon

welcome in advance

Rob van Berkel · Post by **Rob van Berkel** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 6:46 am

My most used plugs are Optimaster and PsyQ, but I adore the sound of my Minimax. Best synth ever!
I did buy flexor, but haven't used it to its full potential - must be a lack of time, not being able to go all the way into modular programming. But that will absoluteley change.
So, from your list: Flexor, but you'll want the Minimax and the optimaster as well.
Anyone: does the 'shop-bug' still exist?

Cheers,
Rob

medway · Post by **medway** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 6:51 am

I used the shop bug about 3-4 weeks ago. Not sure if its still "working".

JLS · Post by **JLS** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 6:56 am

My favorite

1 - Flexor
2 - MiniMax
3 - B2003

alfonso · Post by **alfonso** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 7:14 am

Flexor+ ModIII means the opportunity to download many incredible existing patches, beside your own patching....

sonicstrav · Post by **sonicstrav** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 7:18 am

Thanks, guys!

I am into the synths side of scope - I was thinking of Flexor first then maybe Solaris but I will only get one first for a few months as there is so much to learn

astroman · Post by **astroman** » Sat Nov 13, 2004 2:56 pm

Solaris as a starter would be a good choice - covers widest spectrum out of the box and has a familiar interface.

Solaris is compatible with Flexor modules so you can integrate that later.
Since regular Flexor starts in the Modular environment that's a steeper curve, but for the price you just cannot leave it out

It definetely adds it's VERY OWN flavour to the sound spectrum.

cheers, Tom

arela · Post by **arela** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 3:42 am

hi
...or even wait until you have explored what is in "the box".
You can learn Modular3 for a while
before you decide to buy flexor.
And also use the included synths before you
make up your mind; what is missing.

fidox · Post by **fidox** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 6:28 am

from modular stuff Flexor,
from synths Minimax

matej

okantah · Post by **okantah** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 7:54 am

6 strings guitar.no joke
cheers

firubbi · Post by **firubbi** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 10:23 am

Maybe Optimaster. that will turn your mix like PRO

nprime · Post by **nprime** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 2:34 pm

Yeah, you just bought a big box of goodies! I wouldn't be in such a hurry to add to your learning curve. Explore what you have already, then decide. I feel the that the synth stuff is pretty well represented, but that is so subjective...have fun!

R

JamMusic · Post by **JamMusic** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 12:23 am

if you use a lot of rythm SPL Transient Designer can help a lot it makes mixes sound more airy

decimator · Post by **decimator** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 6:29 am

If you're into the synths side and search for a starter, it's indeed a tie between Flexor and Solaris for value for money !

Both will give more huge paybacks if you're a tweaker of course.

Both are a no brainer, be aware of some annoying bugs in the modular though ( see modular talk forum ) that strike at times ...so sometimes it's a love and hate relationship if you don' take precautions

Solaris is the big Swiss Army knife synth ( and very soon it will become larger !! ) and if you purchase the Red Dwarf modules you'll be able to do some crazy experimentations especially with the modular shells like starting with a Flexor oscillator into Solaris and replacing the Solaris filters with a modular FX shell back into Solaris mixers combining this with * massive * modulations possibilities... hmmm ... pure madness !

Also later consider the Wavelength synths pack ( http://www.track0.com/wavelength/devices.html ) for 249 $ you'll get 4 strong character synths that are not for Mickeys and Britneys !

And later ... you'll be back in Spring normally !

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wavelength · Post by **wavelength** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 12:45 pm