Massive X GUI Poll
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generaldiomedes generaldiomedes https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=396947
- KVRian
- 674 posts since 15 Apr, 2017 from Canada
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- KVRAF
- 4751 posts since 22 Nov, 2012
This thing is really sick the more I look at it TBH. Absolutely could be a goto. again, it does scream reaktor ensemble tho. With the way the modules are separated and the color and such. looks like they borrowed a lot from FX synths as well.
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- KVRian
- 1286 posts since 25 Jul, 2009
Quick and sloppy - Blocks still has a little more color, but the family resemblance is there:
I am looking forward to learning more about it than the graphics though.
I am looking forward to learning more about it than the graphics though.
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- addled muppet weed
- 105775 posts since 26 Jan, 2003 from through the looking glass
and if you do need more oscillators, opening up in reaktor and add them....
/runs away.. .
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- KVRian
- 1090 posts since 24 Jul, 2018
I think this GUI is impressive to be honest. The first Massive was ahead of it's time, so Massive X had to look like synths 10 years from. And I think it nailed it. Although it does look like Reaktor blocks, which I'm also a fan of looking at, but that should be expected it's what good companies do and keep consistent branding throughout they're various products. It also got the same aesthetics of Komplete Kontrol, and they're various newer effect plugins like the Crush pack and what not.
The original Massive's gui is so ugly to me I can't even bother watching tutorials that are using it, there something from color to the design of the knobs that I just can't stand.
People keep saying it looks like a toy, well GREAT! Because that's essentially what instruments are so it should look like a toy because toys are made to be played with.
The original Massive's gui is so ugly to me I can't even bother watching tutorials that are using it, there something from color to the design of the knobs that I just can't stand.
People keep saying it looks like a toy, well GREAT! Because that's essentially what instruments are so it should look like a toy because toys are made to be played with.
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generaldiomedes generaldiomedes https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=396947
- KVRian
- 674 posts since 15 Apr, 2017 from Canada
So the sine and tri in the middle are he sub oscillators ?
- KVRAF
- 25391 posts since 3 Feb, 2005 from in the wilds
I really cannot answer that until I try it...wagtunes wrote: ↑Mon Mar 18, 2019 9:55 am Like it? Hate it? Don't care either way? Let us know.
Link: https://www.musicradar.com/news/ni-mass ... lease-date
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- KVRAF
- 7789 posts since 28 Apr, 2013
My only concern with it is the white knobs against an off white background. Which means more eye strain the longer you're using it.
So I have to vote no, but otherwise, I don't care.
So I have to vote no, but otherwise, I don't care.
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- KVRist
- 116 posts since 18 Feb, 2012 from United States
I do like it and am very excited for release. Hoping for a dark theme though (seems to be the way a lot of GUIs are going nowadays; also easier on the eyes)
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- KVRAF
- 4751 posts since 22 Nov, 2012
generaldiomedes wrote: ↑Mon Mar 18, 2019 8:22 pmi only know what i read, and it specifically says + 3 additional syncabke oscillators in the advert. i can only imagine they will be available in the routing section... which is REALLY turning me on btw.
So the sine and tri in the middle are he sub oscillators ?
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- KVRAF
- 4751 posts since 22 Nov, 2012
i only know what i read, and it specifically says + 3 additional syncable oscillators in the advert. i can only imagine they will be available in the routing section... which is REALLY turning me on btw.
edit* f**k this quoting on an iphone ish for real.
edit* f**k this quoting on an iphone ish for real.
- KVRist
- 476 posts since 20 Mar, 2015 from Nerima, Tokyo
Yes i like the gui.
I use a 1080p screen and i don't need to wear glasses (yet, lucky me).
I understand this kind of plastic design with not too saturated color palette (a bit washed out?) might not inspire everyone though.
Similar to ableton live, where the default canvas is lifeless grey, but as you build your music, you bring color (and life) by adding your tracks and elements and it helps me focus somehow.
I tend to get distracted when a gui has a lot of colors and flashy elements by default.
Here you start with a blank canvas and your modulation stands out without hurting the eye or being too distracting.
I dont know why, hehe.
But yeah this kind of gui works wonder for me.
I use a 1080p screen and i don't need to wear glasses (yet, lucky me).
I understand this kind of plastic design with not too saturated color palette (a bit washed out?) might not inspire everyone though.
Similar to ableton live, where the default canvas is lifeless grey, but as you build your music, you bring color (and life) by adding your tracks and elements and it helps me focus somehow.
I tend to get distracted when a gui has a lot of colors and flashy elements by default.
Here you start with a blank canvas and your modulation stands out without hurting the eye or being too distracting.
I dont know why, hehe.
But yeah this kind of gui works wonder for me.
- KVRian
- 1100 posts since 9 Jan, 2015 from NY, NY
Personal taste I think - I look at it from the point of view that from what I've seen so far, I can do what I want, so I'm not sure I have any issues with how it looks. Understood that it's different for each person though, and you do make a good point.Teksonik wrote: ↑Mon Mar 18, 2019 2:07 pmHow can you tell if the functionality is there when you haven't even tried the plugin ?Deep Purple wrote: ↑Mon Mar 18, 2019 1:58 pm Don't care. The functionality is there and it's accessible, and that's all it needs.
Right now we're just rating pictures not the actual GUI. We can't really properly judge it until we have a beta or demo on our systems. You may find a workflow killer or you may find it works perfectly for your wants and needs. Only one way to know for sure.
Of course it's the functionality that matters but if you're going to be spending hours and hours working with any plugin don't you think it would be better if you found its appearance pleasing as well ?
I don't know about you but I find it much more enjoyable working with a GUI that I find pleasing in appearance as opposed to something I just tolerate.
I've never really been too worried about the workflow aspect, as I often play what I want to play and maybe tweak later.
Sweet child in time...