V-synth XT: different OS versions?
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V-synth XT: different OS versions?
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?
Can anyone one clarify this for me?
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
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.
Perhaps people selling their XTs are just cut and pasting from V-Key auctions? Wouldn't surprise me in the least.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
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.
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.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
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...
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...
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
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.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
Wrong!OriginalJambo wrote:
Since I'm pretty sure the XT's engine is identical to the original V-Synth's
asshole.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
Well if that isn't the case why don't you enlighten us dear tallow? You know, add something constructive.
Sounds like it's the same engine to me.Sound on Sound wrote: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.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
Add my foot to your a*s?OriginalJambo wrote:Well if that isn't the case why don't you enlighten us dear tallow? You know, add something constructive.
Sounds like it's the same engine to me.Sound on Sound wrote: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.
Fair enough, I was thinking of the GT having the AP synthesis.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
So yes, all XTs have V2 OS installed in them already.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
Ok, cool!Stab Frenzy wrote:So yes, all XTs have V2 OS installed in them already.
Now as Gordon would say, "Shut it down!"
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
Beautiful, just beautiful. Am I surprised?tallowwaters wrote:Add my foot to your a*s?
Fair enough, I was thinking of the GT having the AP synthesis.
Youre still a prick.
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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
good callOriginalJambo wrote:Yup - now go git yerself a V-Synth!

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Re: V-synth XT: different OS versions?
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.
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.
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