Virus C's OS update idea.

[Hollowcell]

That's a good point Blay and honestly I feel like bit of an arse pushing for it when I know how busy they are at the moment. Just need to stir an interest, in the hope it may become reality.

[blay]

Originally Posted by Hollowcell

That's a good point Blay and honestly I feel like bit of an arse pushing for it when I know how busy they are at the moment. Just need to stir an interest, in the hope it may become reality.

i think this is a great thread you have started HC - and access should seriously consider your suggestions regardless of how busy they are with a new series.... this is a support issue for the current line (until the new products are released) and should be considered accordingly.

I suggest to Juho that we make this thread sticky, as this is an issue of great importance to all current owners of the c series.

[Juho L]

Originally Posted by blay

I suggest to Juho that we make this thread sticky, as this is an issue of great importance to all current owners of the c series.

Nah. Access people read the forum quite frequently so no need to make this sticky.

[mcoyote]

Originally Posted by blay

...I suggest to Juho that we make this thread sticky, as this is an issue of great importance to all current owners of the c series.

Well yeah, but, there's like two of them (C owners) left, right (me being one of them)? All the rest are on eBay.

[blay]

yeah youre right - dont worry about it - who gives a shit about those shitty c's anyway - old news really

[DIGITAL SCREAMS]

Im not going to be popular around here with my opinion on this issue....but I'll reiterate myself (I'm not in any way dissing what HC's saying....but I'd just like to share my thoughts).

I dont think it would be a wise move for Access to start dropping in USP's of the TI range just to keep existing C owners happy. For one, Virus C owners should already be happy with what they've got (Now, I appreciate this is a little hypocritical...as I did have a few issues with the KC myself lol).

Secondly, I believe Access need to try and maintain the distinction between the Ti and all others that have gone before. In my opinion the TI 61 keyboard looks a little like a beefed up Virus KC as it is (Im not absolutely comfortable with this...but hey what do I know lol ). To then give the Virus C new oscilators....would, for me, really confirm my worst fears......Virus D anyone? Virus E? Virus F?......

Thirdly, people who splash out ?1500 are going to want a synth that is the dogs bollox......why deny new customers that privilage? They may as well buy-up all those 'cheap' Virus C's on Ebay!

Im not too bothered about simultaneous delay/reverb (its nice its got it....but by no means the end of the world if existing virus' dont). If Access do stick the new oscilators on the C....then I'll do myself a favour and save ?600 and buy a used Virus KC......but thats a trend I dotn think Access will want to see.

DS

[DIGITAL SCREAMS]

Originally Posted by soulidstate

Do you think access will invest in coming up with updates for the C given that it's already a discontinued product? In a business point of view I don't think they will. I think they'll keep their eyes on the Classic and TI instead...Unless Access thinks differently.

I think Access will probably release a new OS for the Virus C range sometime next year. I think realistically you maybe able to get more distortion types.....maybe just maybe a new filter. But we'll have to see. Personally, I wouldnt hold it against Access if they didnt. The Virus C has already had a couple of major updates.

Also bear in mind.....its unhealthy to buy a synth on the premise of constant updates. Buy a Prophet 5 and ask Dave Smith to update the lousy software in it...its buggy hehehe (hmm sarcasim....the lowest form of humour).

DS

[ten]

Give em something to keep them happy and shut them up for a bit i say

Even if they got new oscs, look what the ti has...

80 poly (not affected by hypersaw and other pish the virus c was)
hypersaw
individual verb/delay
usb integration and TI software for vsti control!!
3 soft knobs!!!
A FLASHY LIGHT THING THAT GLOWS UP WHEN YOU PLAY DAG NAM IT!!!!

ahem....there is a few things they will miss out on even tho i would of sold my c as soon as the ti was announced.

ten

[DIGITAL SCREAMS]

Yes but TEN....the hypersaw is a new oscilator....if the Virus c has hypersaw and wavetable as well....the 'new' Ti specs dont really look that spectacular. The new osc's are pretty fundemental in my opinion.

DS

[tek_]

I'll keep my C for what its worth, selling this synth for 500 euro's ,I just could not live with that and would be stupid even for 1000 i wont sell it, but thats my opinion, If i had money to buy the TI and still have the C, I'd rather spend 500 extra on a moog voyager instaid, but to upgrade from a C, nah..

/peace