Access Music Virus TI2 Desktop user reviews ( 7/10) - 5 user reviews

• 11/01/11

  ericthegreat's review "Not happy with virus"

  Characteristics

  It's disappointing to think that you would spend this much money on the Virus TI2 desktop and have it not meet your expectations but that is exactly what happened in this instance with me. I bought this synth to integrate in to my workflow using the Virus plugin. The problem is the Virus plugin is not very good . Apparently the folks at Access can't figure out the USB protocol, which is whole heartedly disappointing. Regardless of whether I am working in Ableton Live 8 or Logic 9 the plugin does not function properly.

  Utilization

  set up was not easy at all! and no support from Virus!

  Sounds

  Constant errors and issues crop up while using this plugin. I have contacted Virus support and worked through every recommendation yet still the Virus plugin doesn't function properly. Every time I sit down and try to work, this thing messes up. It works occasionally but not consistently and that just adds to the frustration. I have to constantly reboot when issues are encountered. Everything else, even USB audio interfaces work flawlessly. I don't even use a USB audio interface, I am using a Firewire Interface so there shouldn't be a problem, but there is. Some people with some configurations may not have a problem but I am using a new iMac as well as a new Macbook Pro and there are nothing but problems.

  Overall Opinion

  If you are looking to actually use the functionality of the Virus plugin then I can't recommend it. I know it sounds harsh but I feel I was ripped off. This is because it's affecting my creativity, which is the absolute worst thing that I can think of happening. I find myself often going back to soft synths so I don't have to deal with issues that crop up with the Virus plugin. I don’t recommend this for mac users, or even pc users for that matter. The virus ti2 let me down and I am not happy with it.
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• 10/31/10

  phger's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Superb"

  Characteristics

  See manual configuration

  Utilization

  ultra simple in Cubase Essential 4. First start: takes a small 1 / 2 hour to start with the OS (download from Access). After starting a small 1 / 2 hour for an update of the tracks in cubase.
  
  I have connected the virus and the Midi USB interface with a USB-MIDI UM2G of Cakewalk (where y 'auusi my Korg Triton). I prefer to have the virus live on my console using midi tracks in cubase (via USB: loss of fishing, but he seems good with bare fingers, a good set that does not include). 'm A bit old school, so for me config TRITON + MIDI + + RM1X POLY61 and some VST plugins: the top.
  
  In addition, to select your SHARES (1-16) y 'has a direct button on the virus, choose the correct patch and choose the corresponding MIDI channel on cubase is a simple as that there's no need USB. Except for programming the arpeggiator.
  
  Editing sounds: top.

  Sounds

  Then, honestly, I'm still not. It's been awhile since I tried it (24 years in the synth). The reason I found my happiness now is that I dared not put the budget. So for years I tried some stuff maxi 200-600 Euro and always been disappointed and I sold within three months. QYes I know I speak? I had Korg X3, JP8000 (cold), AN1X (best VA in low budget), JUNO60, Korg MS10, Yamaha CS5, Alesis Micron, Roland XP10, Roland SH32 (sold after 1 week ....). The one I have left is the faithful and TRIOTN Poly61 and RM1X (for more than 900 phrases that I route my MIDI synths that I use as BAR)
  
  . All intruments were nice, but coming out of the Virus TI is simply amazing! Even in the TRITON become pale. See if

  Overall Opinion

  above models already had.
  
  Yes I would do without hesitation that choice.
  
  The feature is the simplicity of tweaking sounds, MIDI implementation
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• 04/23/10

  Mark Harris's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  The Access Virus TI 2 Desktop is an analog modeling synthesizer. It therefore incorporates the principles of subtractive synthesis, processed by DSPs. It is a multitimbral module of 16 channels polyphonic and varies between 20 and 80 votes, depending on the complexity of patches
  
  While almost all parameters are accessible from the panel's physical expander, it is with the editor interface that can operate fully and comfortably the plethora of parameters and matrix keyboards.
  
  the editor is also a librarian who provides access to hundreds of factory patches + patches characters.
  
  At the rear, there is an incredible number of connectors 3x pairs audio OUT, 1x audio pair IN, 1x S / PDIF, 1x phones, 1x USB, MIDI IN OUT THROUGH. The power supply is external. Note: there is no power button, the virus turns old alone.
  
  In short, on paper, the Virus TI 2 is particularly attractive, aggregating the power of hardware and software flexibility.

  Utilization

  In store, they said, "you'll see, the install is super simple, you got a few minutes the sound of your virus that go out on your speakers through USB.
  
  I was a bit skeptical. Especially after reading some web reviews that emphasized the instability of the fully integrated system (both hard and soft side).
  
  Got home, I installed the latest software (4.0), I plug the Virus, a firmware upd is proposed, and I confirm I run Cubase 5. I load the VST3 plug and ... it works nickel. Not a jack plugged in and I have 16 audio channels that pass through Cubase USB virtual outputs to 3!
  
  The paper manual that comes with the virus is a "grip" for those who have not yet mastered all of the DSP synthesis (Osc, filters, modulations). To deepen, we must search the PDF provided.
  
  
  
  The editor is particularly bloody for my taste: the new interface is pretty, she makes you want to touch everything while offering easy access to key parameters, like on certain VSTi.
  
  On the desktop itself, is another matter: we must juggle menus and knobs, I think that these manipulations will be extended to capture ...

  Sounds

  I have not dug enough topic, I will speak later.

  Overall Opinion

  I use it only for a few days I shall return later. I wanted a synth with a big polyphony, a powerful editor and a large potential. From these viewpoints, I am satisfied with my choice, even if I consider that this synth is not particularly cheap.
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• 03/05/10

  glute's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  then the very heavy this synth! I use it on an imac 27 connected by USB as logic studio, its ranks niquel on the desktop and what mouth when it turned red with all the diodes! the number of sounds is impressive 4 to ram and 22 Roma (each bank has 127 presets which makes us 26 * 127 = 3302 MDR) but use the preset is like staying at first in a ferrari ... the number of modifiable parameters is enormous TElement we can spend evenings was tampering with the sound from the patch init without realizing

  Utilization

  Before the update there were some occasional bug but since OS4 I downloaded last week the bug simply disappeared with the added bonus of new distortions etc. .. I read the manual once also very well done because it's interactive and there are explanations of the kinds of tutorial to do with preset the bug is very well found (cons is really basic tutorial for those who have no idea n and who I think will turn to less expensive model for beginners! see vst to understand how it works)
  
  
  
  The virus has an interface vst in logic so its perfectly sets up in your sequencer.
  
  
  
  we are almost in plug and play

  Sounds

  I made the electro house is exactly the synth sounds I needed can be sweet but its can quickly become very very violent is pure happiness automations are impeccably well, some of which reverb delay etc. I do not serve my purpose pref jprefere use in logic, the distortion is great, finally it's all good

  Overall Opinion

  I use it for three months I have tried other models like the Korg RADIAS but I never find something like it is so violent it's really for my musical style. Then it is easy to use if one can master a sound synthesis once tested I think we can separate them is present in all my prods.
  
  
  
  The negative points, or rather the downside is the price! Finally, for my part paid the 1700 euros it hurts me all just the price of my imac 27 !(!!!) for my purse so it was very badly but once the invoice is unpacked Desuite forgotten! its quality is paid is not new either.
  
  
  
  So without hesitation if it was a remake jy returns headlong
  
  
  
  WARNING! social life will be temporarily suspended pendan me one to two succeeding purchase, after you have friends who will shut himself up with you in your studio lool
  
  
  
  So 9 / 10 for the final score was fair due to the high prices ... but also very justified
  
  
  
  I go back on a +
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• 12/18/09

  sonic75's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  Beautiful instrument, such as Access always demonstrated a much higher quality against our competitors in Asia. The Virus TI 2 (I've limited edition white version) is very robust and finished bine. 4 banks of sounds in RAM and 22 ROM! Imagine the total number of sounds available. Polyphony of 80 notes, the usual outlets - 3 NOON - 3 OUT L / R - 1 IN L / R - 1 USB.

  Utilization

  Very easy to use for those familiar with Access Virus products.

  Sounds

  The styles are obviously focused his electro / techno / dance / trance / house short well-typed electronic music, with patches given to the style of the day. Tablecloths superb, breathtaking pads, effects Astonishing.

  Overall Opinion

  I possessed Viruses rack Viruc C Virus KB and now TI2 I do not regret! I love the sound typical Access, it is unique and differs much from its Japanese coucurant. The TI2 perfectly complements my current set up of nordwaves, Waldorf Q, V-synth, Poly-61 and microkorg. Maybe a tad expensive for a desktop but the quality pays ...
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