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#Soundscape
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I'm still waiting for mine, too. frustrating, isn't it?! While I'm here, I
could use some advice from a pro. As an amateur, I've been working just
with the keyboards in the studio I use and sometimes a borrowed DX-7. I
want to get my own to do all my tracks at home with Soundscape and save
studio $$$. Your recommendations, please, on the Casio -000 line versus a
low end Yamaha – I want to keep it under $1000. Thanx . . . -Dee
Deanna,
If I could butt in…
Re the keyboard decision. I would suggest the DX line for several reasons.
The CZ line from Casio is a nice approach, it generates clean analog
sounding tones (although you can't get a real wide range filter sweep
effect). But the DX tones are in a class by themselves; they are (natural,
warm, acoustic, rich, take your pick). The smaller machines, including the
FB01 already mentioned, are four operator devices, and as such are limited
in some ways; for example, it is difficult to get a really hot splat
trumpet from four operators. Still, it is a very effective system. And,
if you decide to upgrade to a DX7 or a TX rack, you will be able to carry
the experience gained with you.
On the other hand, I have done some mixes with a CZ1000 filling in some
parts, and I have to say it sounds nice when complimenting other parts.
I add to the suggestion that you join the MusicForum. Set your subtopic to
0 and you will read all about keyboards and such; they are a helpful bunch
and will be happy to share opinions with you. Hope to see you over there.
Deanna,
If I could butt in…
Re the keyboard decision. I would suggest the DX line for several reasons.
The CZ line from Casio is a nice approach, it generates clean analog
sounding tones (although you can't get a real wide range filter sweep
effect). But the DX tones are in a class by themselves; they are (natural,
warm, acoustic, rich, take your pick). The smaller machines, including the
FB01 already mentioned, are four operator devices, and as such are limited
in some ways; for example, it is difficult to get a really hot splat
trumpet from four operators. Still, it is a very effective system. And,
if you decide to upgrade to a DX7 or a TX rack, you will be able to carry
the experience gained with you.
On the other hand, I have done some mixes with a CZ1000 filling in some
parts, and I have to say it sounds nice when complimenting other parts.
I add to the suggestion that you join the MusicForum. Set your subtopic to
0 and you will read all about keyboards and such; they are a helpful bunch
and will be happy to share opinions with you. Hope to see you over there.