Matrix-1000 worth it?
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- KVRian
- 660 posts since 12 Sep, 2007 from Sweden
So I've been looking for a Matrix 6 or 1000 for a while and one just showed up. However I'm having some doubts. The next version of Diva will apparently have Oberheim filters, and I also have OP-X Pro II. So I'm wondering if it will be worth the hassle and cost? I was thinking it would be a good complement to my JX-8P for 80's type sounds - the JX-8P for pads and strings, Matrix for brass, leads etc.
Hardware: Akai MPK61, MFB-Synth II, Roland JX-8P, Virus TI Snow, KORG MS2000R, Roland SH-01
Favorite software: Sylenth1, Synth1, Messiah, ME80, OPX-Pro II, Zebra 2, Diva, Reason, Studio One V2 Pro
Favorite software: Sylenth1, Synth1, Messiah, ME80, OPX-Pro II, Zebra 2, Diva, Reason, Studio One V2 Pro
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- KVRAF
- 24411 posts since 7 Jan, 2009 from Croatia
Not sure if it's worth it since it has a pretty slow processor, so you can't sweep parameters live at your will or it may lock up... Only via modwheel.
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- KVRist
- 133 posts since 3 May, 2003 from Ohio, USA
I find it inconvenient because of the MIDI implementation. In Sonar I have to enter the bank and patch numbers manually in Event View.
It has some great sounds, though.
Mitch I.
It has some great sounds, though.
Mitch I.
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- KVRAF
- 1735 posts since 28 Dec, 2007
it depends - if you really like analogue sound Id say it is worth it. Its very close these days but I still hear a difference.
But if you are not too worried about these idiosyncrasies the OP-X and Diva are much more convenient.
Its very good for 80s style sounds tho - esp if you pick up a chorus pedal...
But if you are not too worried about these idiosyncrasies the OP-X and Diva are much more convenient.
Its very good for 80s style sounds tho - esp if you pick up a chorus pedal...
Presets for u-he Diva -> http://swanaudio.co.uk/