Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons?

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2013/04/15 21:54:17 (permalink)

Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons?

Any comments as to the value/content offered by the Waves Update Plan?
 
I've been thinking about it but would like some feedback.
 
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    ltb
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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/15 23:51:07 (permalink)
    For myself it would depend on which plugin(s) & version I currently have.
    They rarely have bugs or problems so you're chances on missing a patch or bugfix during the WUP period are usually slim. 
     
    I started with Waves Gold bundle around 2000 & updated the WUP twice since. Both times for major updates, when it moved from dxi & v9. Plugins like the Renn collection, Doubler & a few others were added to the Gold bundle during that period while I was covered so I got those added to the bundle at no charge.
    After my current WUP runs out I'll probably wait a year or two before renewing again.
     
    They are in business to make money so even though their prices are now lower than in the past the WUP has increased. The overlapping coverage structure has changed too which makes the coverage time shorter & more expensive than it was previously.

    I plan on using them for years to come but if you're not you might want to consider other options.

    post edited by carl - 2013/04/15 23:55:24
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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 07:28:27 (permalink)
    Mook,

    The greatest advantage to the WUP is that
    every dollar you spend on it you can use to
    buy more Waves Plugins.

    You get a voucher for the dollar amount you spend
    good towards up to 50 percent off of a bundle
    or 25 percent off of a single plugin.

    AND you get whatever new version may come out during 
    the period of your Update plan and any new plugins added
    to a bundle you own at no charge.

    To me, if I'm planning on buying a new bundle from Waves,
    I will investigate my WUP Options and then purchase the WUP
    and use the voucher to help buy the new bundle or plugin.

    That way I'm getting my NEW Bundle or Plugin AND basically 
    getting the WUP for free, so it's a win win.


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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 07:30:31 (permalink)
    EDIT: Double Post

    Goofy forum software...
    post edited by cclarry - 2013/04/16 07:32:23


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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 10:54:27 (permalink)
    Thanks for the info. I need to think on this a bit. I have the Gold bundle. I'd like to add a few of the Signature Series packs to that.

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 10:55:48 (permalink)
    cclarry




    Goofy forum software...

    Really?

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 15:23:30 (permalink)
    MrMook


    Thanks for the info. I need to think on this a bit. I have the Gold bundle. I'd like to add a few of the Signature Series packs to that.

    Might I recommend this INCREDIBLE and INSANE bargain...


    http://plugindiscounts.com/index.php?id_product=4400&controller=product

    =)


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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 16:20:14 (permalink)
    I think it really depends on what you have as other said. 

    For me - I own a couple of smaller bundles like CLA Classics, Musicians' Bundle, Kramer's TTT and such as well as a few individual plugs - I was actually pretty shocked to see that the cost of the WUP for me was exceeding $250. I was expecting more along the lines of $60-80.

    I see no real advantage in having those WUP'ed, since they're not likely to be enhanced w/ new plugs.

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 17:22:27 (permalink)
    cclarry


    MrMook


    Thanks for the info. I need to think on this a bit. I have the Gold bundle. I'd like to add a few of the Signature Series packs to that.

    Might I recommend this INCREDIBLE and INSANE bargain...


    http://plugindiscounts.com/index.php?id_product=4400&controller=product

    =)


    Just Damn! I already own CLA.

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 17:23:46 (permalink)
    Rain


    I think it really depends on what you have as other said. 

    For me - I own a couple of smaller bundles like CLA Classics, Musicians' Bundle, Kramer's TTT and such as well as a few individual plugs - I was actually pretty shocked to see that the cost of the WUP for me was exceeding $250. I was expecting more along the lines of $60-80.

    I see no real advantage in having those WUP'ed, since they're not likely to be enhanced w/ new plugs.

    Thanks, Rain. Appreciate your comments.
     
     

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 17:27:19 (permalink)
    Rain


    I think it really depends on what you have as other said. 

    For me - I own a couple of smaller bundles like CLA Classics, Musicians' Bundle, Kramer's TTT and such as well as a few individual plugs - I was actually pretty shocked to see that the cost of the WUP for me was exceeding $250. I was expecting more along the lines of $60-80.

    I see no real advantage in having those WUP'ed, since they're not likely to be enhanced w/ new plugs.

    That doesn't sound right. I can WUP SLL+ Mercury bundle for $240.00.
    When you checked yours did you select the 'I hereby confirm that I run all products on one machine at a time.'?
    If not try it & see if the amount is any less.

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 18:43:26 (permalink)
    Thanks for the info. That brought it down a bit, to $218.

    I've not included Elements, which I just bought recently (much to my regret, incidentally).

    So that's $218 for 
    L1
    Q10
    CLA Classics
    GTR3
    Musicians 2
    Kramer TTT

    Notice that the only 2 products for which my WUP is expired are CLA and Kramer. For those 2 alone, it's be $86. Way more than I'd be wiling to pay for bundles that won't be enhanced whatsoever.

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 21:25:12 (permalink)
    Those that know that I have Mercury know that because of:

    a) free included WUP my first year on version 8
    b) 2nd year renewal of < $300

    I have received wekk over $1000 (yeah retail) of new plugs and the free upgrade to Ver 9 (64 bit)

    WUP is my friend. I go nowhere without it.

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 21:51:25 (permalink)
    the free upgrade to Ver 9 (64 bit)

     
    Can you explain that part? I've only ever been a V9 user. What happens to my plugs when they move to V10?

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    Re:Waves Update Plan - Pros, Cons? 2013/04/16 22:18:12 (permalink)
    If your WUP is active you're covered & get it free.
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