EricDeluxe
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X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
Downloaded X3 today, and have tried it for some hours now:)
Still have X2 installed, had X1 before and 8.5 before that... For me, the X1 version was a huge step forward, and I really like the GUI from X1->X3...
Anyways. With X3 there are some major improvements that made my day...When hearing that Gibson was buying Cakewalk, I was seriously considering to switch to the Dark Side... However, now I am happy again:) My personal favorites...
1. The improved EQ with built-in analysis function. Didn't like the previous PC EQ, as it was two little to work with. Also lacked a good analyzer. I always had to use a 3rd party EQ before. No need anymore:)
2. Ability to coloring trax and buses. Easy and a natural step. Easy to use!
3. Melodyne built in:) Great, would love to have the Editor version, but later on;)
4. The Nomad Plugins:) Great plugins, but maybe not my "to go" FX as I have PSP MixPack 2 and Soundtoys. Still high quality plugins which may come handy:)
5. Bug fixes. Run smoother and seem more stable.
6. Addictive Drums - Sound amazing! Still use Battery 4 mostly though.
7. Lounge Lizard Electric piano:) Wow!!. Sound fantastic! Have never used a real Rhodes but still, seem to be close to the original sound...
8. The new Tone2 BiFilter2
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/29 20:41:41
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I have to agree that one thing in sonar's bag of tricks that was sorely missing from a sound design or dance music viewpoint was a really really good filter. i love how tone2 designed theirs... pure ear candy. :)
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/29 20:46:01
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☼ Best Answerby ErikDeluxe 2013/10/01 15:08:22
I'm looking forward to trying the Tone2 filter. I agree, Sonar needed a decent dedicated filter for electronic styles.
Have you tried Tone2's Firebird synth? Absolutely awesome sound and now totally free!
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 01:52:57
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sharke
I'm looking forward to trying the Tone2 filter. I agree, Sonar needed a decent dedicated filter for electronic styles.
Have you tried Tone2's Firebird synth? Absolutely awesome sound and now totally free!
yes, tone 2s firebird is a great sounding synth, Ive paid for synths that don't sound that good. a must have, for sure.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 01:56:52
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X3 is simply amazing. With a tool like X3, the only limit to audio production is yourself.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 06:00:59
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sharke
I'm looking forward to trying the Tone2 filter. I agree, Sonar needed a decent dedicated filter for electronic styles.
Have you tried Tone2's Firebird synth? Absolutely awesome sound and now totally free!
Yes Firebird is the best free vst synth ever.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 06:14:45
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I'm looking forward to the Tape Sim, hear it is an amazing plug in from CW.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 07:41:18
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I agree it's an amazing update, been using it for hours now and it hasn't missed a beat! *pun not intended!
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 14:44:32
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EDM
For best free softsynth ever, it would have to be a toss-up between Tone2 Firebird and U-HE Tyrell N6, thank me later.
+1 that Tyrell N6 is hot. I use it a lot
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 20:11:39
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Thanks for the info on the Tone 2 Firebird synth... I downloaded it and installed it into X3 and yes it sounds great !!
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 21:02:48
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I jumped in with reservations, but knock on wood. I have to say, so far X3 is awesome.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 21:06:36
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I agree whole-heartedly! X3 is a KILLER upgrade and the Staff ROCK too. Fantastic new videos, tutorials, tips and tricks... Couldn't ask for anything more. Thanks Cakewalk.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/09/30 21:19:03
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Still getting some crashes but it's a worthy update. Very nice indeed!
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EricDeluxe
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/10/01 15:09:18
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Guess I have to try the Tone 2 Firebird:) Thanks for the tip!
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EricDeluxe
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/10/01 15:36:45
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+ 1 Tone2 Firebird. Amazing synth! Yup, thanks!!
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/10/01 15:39:17
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+2 for Firebird. And for X3.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/10/01 15:44:02
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big +1 on X3 being totally juicy.
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Re: X3 - a fantastic update I M O!
2013/10/01 16:07:09
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I downloaded X3 Producer (Sonar user since 8.5) over the weekend, been using it pretty heavily (almost 45 tracks) with plug-ins, "Rock Solid" it's an awesome upgrade. The added items only make it truly "Special" so much fun to work with! Everything works great, and I like the fact it's very "honest" sounding (before any eq, filters, special efx)
I like to record instruments as natural as what you hear in a room, then in mixing add adjustments w/efx. I've thrown a lot into the first song with X3, so far perfect all
around! Using the new and updated processing just makes the work flow faster and intuitive.
Happy Sonar user :)
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