Virus Control Maps JP8080

[AkiraKayosa]

ive recently had a huge upgrade process in my studio

getting lots of new equipment and a new system etcetc of which inc a TI

im about halfway through the manual

was just wondering if anyone could shed some light on the virus control thing

will i be able to fully control my 8080 via the TI

does anybody on here do this, fully mapped etc?

many thanks

Akira Kayosa

[Abnorm]

Viurs Control is only a user interface for the controls on the TI, not for any other synths.
The only way you could control another synth via the knobs on the Virus, is with MIDI. But you`d have to find corresponding CV`s for the controls you want on the JP.

Let`s say the Cutoff parameter on the JP is cv 74, and the cutoff cv on the Virus is 70.
But, the cv for Resonance on the virus is 74, you would control the cutoff on the JP with your reso-knob on the virus via midi.
Usually, or at least as far as i`ve seen on my different synths, these values are not always the same.

I would recommend getting a hold of a Midi Implementation chart for both synths. The way i do it is with automation on my sequencer.

[AkiraKayosa]

i was under the impression you can create a template within the VSTi part of the TI and Control other outboard gear like ie the 8080?

least i got this impression from where im at in the manual anyhow

[Abnorm]

It would`ve been pretty sweet though, considering the TI has a bunch of knobs, it would make things easier to control. Not having to move between synths all the time.
But then again, automation is usually the way to go. Instead of first recording it, then use time refining it in the automation track afterwards.

[AkiraKayosa]

i think it can be done

im not in about the hardware side of things via the TI, knobs etc

im on about inside the vsti side, you can make a control map for other hardware units in your setup

[~BHG~]

I'll write you one for $.....not cause I'm a dick but because i'm poor and really busy!

[PaPi]

What you really want is a Novation SL MkII Zero. You can map it to control both the TI and the Roland at the same time.

http://www.guitarcenter.com/Novation-Zero-SL-MKII-523338-i1460808.gc

[innervoice]

i think it can be done

Yes, use Remote mode.

[MBTC]

What you really want is a Novation SL MkII Zero. You can map it to control both the TI and the Roland at the same time.

http://www.guitarcenter.com/Novation-Zero-SL-MKII-523338-i1460808.gc

I use a Novation Remote SL 49 key and it's great... the key to it (for purposes of this thread) is the Automap software which works on all of them and to my knowledge only Novation has.

So you could just buy a Novation keyboard that supports Automap and use those knobs to drive everything, including the Virus.

The only thing I will say about the particular unit I have is that the knobs have incremental feedback to them (you feel notches as you turn them), which I prefer smooth turning knobs like the TI, or like a mod wheel feels.. not a big deal though. My unit has drum pads instead of faders (I'd rather have the faders & I never use the drum pads). Knob feedback may vary with other units? I'm not sure.

Picture of the specific unit I have here: http://www.guitarcenter.com/Novation-Remote-SL-Compact-49-USB-MIDI-Controller-104765250-i1374845.gc

[PaPi]

Absolutely, Automap is amazing. I use the Nocturn with it, exclusively dedicated to the control of softsynths. No conflicts whatsoever with the many other controllers I have (2x BCF2000's, Tranzport, Alphatrack, Kore II controller, MPD18, Korg NanoKontrol and all my MIDI keyboards and USB keyboard controllers.)

[MBTC]

Absolutely, Automap is amazing. I use the Nocturn with it, exclusively dedicated to the control of softsynths. No conflicts whatsoever with the many other controllers I have (2x BCF2000's, Tranzport, Alphatrack, Kore II controller, MPD18, Korg NanoKontrol and all my MIDI keyboards and USB keyboard controllers.)

I take it the Nocturn is a new model, I don't think they had that one when I bought mine. I'm assuming since guitarcentral is only selling open-box Remote 49's that it is a discontinued model. This looks like the nearest replacement:

http://www.guitarcenter.com/Novation-49-SL-MKII-523336-i1460806.gc

..which I'd probably rather have, because of the faders.

Anyway I don't really mind if my model is obsolete as long as it serves my purpose, I suppose Automap works the same with all of them.

[PaPi]

Nocturn is the best thing since sliced bread. Takes minimal desk space and it costs less than $100:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/567545-REG/Novation_NOCTURN_Nocturn_Hardware_Controller.html

[MBTC]

Looks like a nice controller, do the knobs have feedback (click slightly when turned) or just turn freely? The feedback I get from the Remote SL knobs is not really a bad thing and even a benefit in some ways when it comes to soft synths, I just like a smooth knob turn. Something like this controller would be really nice for someone controlling multiple keyboards, with Automap you can make sure the same knob always controls cutoff, res, ADSR etc regardless of what its controlling.

[PaPi]

Yes, the encoders are touch-sensitive. At less than $100, it's a real steal. Even though it's specifically designed to handle plugins (and it really excels at that), you can use it for anything. The crossfader is really useful to make smooth transitions between parameters. It's fully customizable.

http://us.novationmusic.com/products/midi_controller/nocturn

[MBTC]

Yes, the encoders are touch-sensitive.

What I'm wondering is, when you turn a knob, do you feel a light "notch" or faint click at a certain increment, or is turning the knob smooth with no notches?

[PaPi]

Smooth, no notches.