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#440363 - 11/04/17 11:53 AM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bachus]
Riceroni9 Offline
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It has been a while since I considered a software based arranger but the example Bill provided via the link sure looks impressive.

Do you know if there is a version available for the Linux Mint Operating System? (It is a GUI type OS and free.)

Cost and learning curve would be my primary concerns... but do you also recommend using a dedicated, normally "off-line" computer as an added security measure? I know that updates and Virtual Instruments would require being "on-line" briefly.

I view the internet with much distrust these days.

Thanks for sharing your ideas and opinions. ----Dave Rice

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#440365 - 11/04/17 12:17 PM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bernie9]
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Originally Posted By Bernie9
I would also like to see a top notch native softsynth that didn't rely on 3rd party modules or vsts. Several attempts were made, including the start of a 3rd party programmer to develop one as a exra cost option, but it never got off the ground. For technical people accustomed to configuring their sounds with vsts etc., it wouldn't be as appealing as the mainstream players, but not having to carry an SD2 or SD1000, is a big plus. The present softsynth is okay, but not, IMO, top grade.


The easiest VST to integrate, should be Halion Sonic 3 which could be expanded with Halion 6 if required.

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#440399 - 11/05/17 07:40 AM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bachus]
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The problem for me is....the content is not ready to go....if you like do it yourself and like to create it's fine...I had VA2 for a while.

I have decided I want to sit down and play...not put everything together myself so I can sit down and play.
Of course styles are no issue...but to me they don't sound as good as HW arrangers....and usually need some kind of tweeking.

I think content is the biggest thing you pay for in a HW arranger.....IMHO.
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#440401 - 11/05/17 08:14 AM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: leeboy]
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I'm with you on this one Lee --- more play and less stuff is more fun. (For me). Sax, guitar, violin, you just pick up and play.

Only my opinion, John C.

PS, I must admit that in my Kn7000 days I did a great deal tech work.

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#440405 - 11/05/17 10:46 AM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bernie9]
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Originally Posted By Bernie9
I would also like to see a top notch native softsynth that didn't rely on 3rd party modules or vsts. Several attempts were made, including the start of a 3rd party programmer to develop one as a exra cost option, but it never got off the ground. For technical people accustomed to configuring their sounds with vsts etc., it wouldn't be as appealing as the mainstream players, but not having to carry an SD2 or SD1000, is a big plus. The present softsynth is okay, but not, IMO, top grade.


Last time i checked, Dann told me there where 4 soundpackages available for the 4 main synth brands (yamaha, korg, ketron, roland) each at a cost of €100.. i only saw possitive comments on the sound quallity...

I hoped this would be the step required to make it a full software setup...
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#440423 - 11/05/17 02:49 PM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bachus]
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I know.
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#440437 - 11/05/17 09:25 PM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bachus]
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Initial cost of Varranger software to get started? And any interface hardware?
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#440453 - 11/06/17 06:39 AM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bachus]
leeboy Offline
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About $400 for SW.... need a MIDI keyboard ($100 - $400)...a decent modern PC....and of course a audio sound system.
Sound modules/VST of course are needed... that is a very variable cost....but to start you can use the built in sounds.

More info go to V Arranger web site and forums.

https://www.varranger.com/
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#440455 - 11/06/17 06:49 AM Re: The best thing about a full software arranger [Re: Bachus]
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Sparky

The SD4 is mapped already.
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