V-synth XT: different OS versions?

[Sir Ruff]

Does anyone know if there's any difference between XT OSs? Basically, I've seen sellers claiming that their XT has the version 2 software installed, like it's a bonus, when I thought all XTs came with version 2 already installed? I.E. there is no version 1 on the XT model...

Can anyone one clarify this for me?

[Stab Frenzy]

I think you might be right. Either way, you can just download and install v2 anyway. My V-Synth was a V1 model that I upgraded to v2 as soon as I got it, no dramas.

Perhaps people selling their XTs are just cut and pasting from V-Key auctions? Wouldn't surprise me in the least.

[OriginalJambo]

Well, there's a version 2 for the original V-Synth's OS that includes one new COSM effect (TB-303 filter),a new feature called the "Sound Designer" (basically you choose the type sort of sound you want to make - lead, pad etc. - and it gives you only the basic parameters you'd expect to tweak) and a few new analogue-modelled waveforms (including the SUPERSAW - OMG!!11). It also has a buncha new presets too.

Since I'm pretty sure the XT's engine is identical to the original V-Synth's, with only the two cards (D-50 and Vocal Designer) included, it may apply to the XT as well.

Bear in mind that there might be other additions and modifications I've missed however. The V-Synth rocks by the way.

[Sir Ruff]

eh... ok... yeah, if you can just download v2 anyways, then it seems a moot point. The XT seems like the best compromise for me in terms of size and features... I don't think I need all the GT jazz-the acoustic thing sounds cool, but probably something I wouldn't use given that I can't play for s**t. And I definitely don't need another keyboard!
I guess you lose some of the ease of use, but as long as the touch screen works that seems like all you really need! you also gain the d50 card...

[OriginalJambo]

Sounds like the XT is right up your alley then. Those D-50 and Vocal Designer cards seem as rare as hen's teeth right now.

[tallowwaters]

Since I'm pretty sure the XT's engine is identical to the original V-Synth's

Wrong!

asshole.

[OriginalJambo]

Well if that isn't the case why don't you enlighten us dear tallow? You know, add something constructive.

Now, two years after the appearance of the original keyboard V-Synth, we're looking at the second of the first-generation V-Synths, the V-Synth XT. This offers an enhanced version of the V-Synthesis engine (running OS v2) and comes with two expansion 'brains' pre-installed as standard: the VC1, which emulates the Roland D50, and the VC2, a powerful vocal synthesizer, processor, and vocoder.

Sounds like it's the same engine to me.

[tallowwaters]

Well if that isn't the case why don't you enlighten us dear tallow? You know, add something constructive.

Now, two years after the appearance of the original keyboard V-Synth, we're looking at the second of the first-generation V-Synths, the V-Synth XT. This offers an enhanced version of the V-Synthesis engine (running OS v2) and comes with two expansion 'brains' pre-installed as standard: the VC1, which emulates the Roland D50, and the VC2, a powerful vocal synthesizer, processor, and vocoder.

Sounds like it's the same engine to me.

Add my foot to your a*s?

Fair enough, I was thinking of the GT having the AP synthesis.

Youre still a prick.

[Stab Frenzy]

So yes, all XTs have V2 OS installed in them already.

[Sir Ruff]

So yes, all XTs have V2 OS installed in them already.

Ok, cool!

Now as Gordon would say, "Shut it down!"

[OriginalJambo]

Add my foot to your a*s?

Fair enough, I was thinking of the GT having the AP synthesis.

Youre still a prick.

Beautiful, just beautiful. Am I surprised?

I love VSE.

Now as Gordon would say, "Shut it down!"

Yup - now go git yerself a V-Synth!

[Sir Ruff]

Yup - now go git yerself a V-Synth!

good call

[Wiglaf]

There is a difference between the Version 2 OS's. There is the "standard" version 2, then there is a version 2 with the PCM waveforms from the version 1 os.

The 1st version waves are actually better for making really crazy and unheard sounds. I use both OS's actually.

I have no idea if they're both still available.

Hmmm...according the Roland U.S. website, the XT only has one OS available. Maybe this is only for the keyboard version then. I thought they were the same.