As far as I know all Virus models prior to TI don't offer the DAW like plug-in editor, rather it would be dedicated audio/midi cable connection and editing within the hardware unit itself like most other hardware synths. While I've heard some fantastic sounding demo's of the older models, the TI/USB plug-in aspect is very appealing to me and the Snow would be the entry level unit -am I wrong?).
On paper the Snow looks like it could do everything and more than what I am asking, but my question is to actual owner/users that are working with it daily and know its limitations to chime in and give me some feedback on realistic usage - specifically chord work and the amount of notes possible as I described in the OP. No one has answered yet, so maybe its too dumb of a question for the pros around here
Not trying to waste anyone's time, just need some clear user feedback before I pull the trigger on a Snow.