ianbeddow
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Something like a V Studio 700
Hi all,
I always wanted a V Studio 700, could never afford it, had a V Studio 20 for years now.
Now I'm looking again and, as you all probably know, it's been discontinued. Can't find anyone selling one anywhere (I live in the UK)
So.... what's out there that can do the same, or similar, job?
I use Sonar X3 on Windows 7 if that helps?
Thanks
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Rob[at]Sound-Rehab
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/07 15:48:41
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I don't think there is anything that integrates as deeply with Sonar as the VS700. So if you want to get close to the mixing console feeling with quick access to EQ and plugs, you should keep an eye on ebay until eventually a VS700 turns up. I still use mine heavily and currently would not trade it for anything that is out there (in the same price gap) Apart from that you could probably stack 2 Behringer x-touch, but that would only give you limited Mackie Control options ... which you could possibly extend creatively if you are in for your own custom solution using Alexey's controller utility (check www.azslow.com) Getting anything else Faderport 8, original Mackie units, etc. will put you in the same boat as going with the Behringers ... so to cut a long story short - controller dont sell well, that's why there are not many options out there ...
post edited by Rob[at]Sound-Rehab - 2016/10/07 16:11:07
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BobF
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/07 15:51:30
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Anderton has one for sale. Check his sig
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ianbeddow
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/07 16:59:49
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Thanks, I suspected as much, I'll keep looking. It does beg the question, why did they discontinue them?
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TerraSin
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/07 20:48:13
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ianbeddow
Thanks, I suspected as much, I'll keep looking. It does beg the question, why did they discontinue them?
Because there were undisclosed issues between Roland and Cakewalk. If you've seen my other posts on the VS700, you'd know my opinion on Roland and no surprise that Cakewalk is doing so much better without them so that solidifies my opinion of them in my mind.
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ianbeddow
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/08 08:20:43
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Thanks TerraSin. I've read your posts and it makes sense I guess. It's a shame because I always looked to get a VS700 'one day'. 
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BobF
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/08 09:02:55
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ianbeddow
Thanks TerraSin. I've read your posts and it makes sense I guess. It's a shame because I always looked to get a VS700 'one day'.
Did you check Craig's forum sig?
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ianbeddow
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/08 09:04:41
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BobF
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/08 09:10:55
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ianbeddow
What do you mean?
Craig Anderton, the dude that posts all of cool info here. He has a V700 system for sale as advertised in his sig. There is no place I would trust more when buying a piece of used gear. 
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ianbeddow
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/08 09:12:13
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Thanks 
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ianbeddow
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/08 09:16:31
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How do I find him? Sorry, don't go on here as much as I really should!
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BobF
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/08 09:38:39
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Bob -- Angels are crying because truth has died ...Illegitimi non carborundum --Studio One Pro / i7-6700@3.80GHZ, 32GB Win 10 Pro x64 Roland FA06, LX61+, Fishman Tripleplay, FaderPort, US-16x08 + ARC2.5/Event PS8s Waves Gold/IKM Max/Nomad Factory IS3/K11U
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/09 11:49:34
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I did a similar research recently and figured out the Mackie Universal Control and Behringer XTouch are the best ones around which work with Sonar.I am left disappointed that a number of other controllers in the market like nektar panorama , Icon QCon, don't work well with Sonar.The novation zero SL is also another option with limited control.I read somewhere in these forums that the ssl nucleus as well does not work well with Sonar. I almost thought of switching to pro tools out of frustration but then feature wise Sonar does a great job at the price point so....
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Re: Something like a V Studio 700
2016/10/31 05:22:49
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Don't do it, my gun range is full of destroyed pro tools junk...... Just kidding but I do love Sonar platinum so much more.
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