Are there problems with the Virus C KB?

[keano]

I have a few questions. First of I have tons of softwatr synths that absolutely amazing. Do I really need a hardware piece? I had a Virus when it first came out but is it really needed anymore?

Secondly I use my XP-50 as my controller. I was thinking of selling it for a Virus C KB (only way I can justify buying one with all my software synths).
I use Cubase SX2 as my sequncer will the the Virus B sounds be the same as the C's? Because in cubase it only has particualr modules for midi already created and the Virus B is one.
thanks

[udenjoe]

People have been saying how well the KC keyboard is. It might feel better than your current keyboard. The KC is a beast in itself. It is really up to you. Some people would say a Virus is better than software. It depends on whether your sound card has as much dsp power as a Virus.

[keano]

thanks for reply!

[Hollowcell]

i agree with uden on this one...the software is coming along for sure, but i havent heard much that comes close to the VC

one thing in addition though..about the VB vs. the VC...there are a few differences with make the C sound different to the B now...filters for one!

good luck with the choices!

[alekkh]

Don't sell the XP50 - you'll be sorry as no sf can give you the acoustic sounds of Roland. Get the C desktop instead.

[DIGITAL SCREAMS]

Hi

I have the Virus KC and its an excellant synth. I had some problems with the first 4 (mainly cosmetic). At the moment I have 2 probs.......one of the keys has become very 'clicky' and the other is a software related issue I guess. If I leave the Virus on for more than 10 hours......the arpegiator goes fuking mental.

Other than that....its pretty much perfect.

*I made a great dx bass patch today....really good.

DS

[MADSTATION]

Be careful before you buy a kc!

I got mine 1 year and 1 month ago and it's totally out of order.
The shop can't even repair it!

It's a problem with the power supply, but since the KC is the only model with an INTERNAL one(+ its VERY close to the main processor the technician told me), they can't take the risk to repair it.

[Excalibur]

the indigo comes too with internal power supply,mine is 3 years old
so far,havent had any probloms with it..should i worry?

[Juho L]

Originally Posted by Excalibur

should i worry?

No.

Shit happens and some Viruses have faults which occure after few months of use. With three years of trouble free operation there's no reason to worry.

[Excalibur]

Thanks Juho