mte Posted September 21, 2002 Share Posted September 21, 2002 hello, well now I have a Korg M1, and decided to buy a Yamaha P120 as I need good piano feel and sounds. I'll keep the M1 though, but I feel I also need a module to provide some good sounds other than that found on the Yamaha and to connect it to the M1. My styles are roughly said rock, blues and pop. I don't even know what modules exist, so please can you give me a starting direction what to look for? Thanks, Matej Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Analogaddict Posted September 21, 2002 Share Posted September 21, 2002 Since you play rock, blues and pop and you have your acoustic piano sounds covered, it seems to me you could really use a Nord Electro rack module. In case you haven´t heard of it, the electro is basically a Hammond B3 clone that also emulates electromechanical keyboards like Rhodes, Wurlitzer, Yamaha CP80 and Clavinet. I play loads of soul, blues, rock and pop and I use the electro rack a lot. There are other modules out there with greater variety of sounds and features, but absolutely nothing with the expressivity of this thing. I´m not saying "buy it", but rather "try it", give it a chance and I´m sure you´ll dig it. Beware, though, it´s HIGHLY addictive Good luck! J nas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tusker Posted September 21, 2002 Share Posted September 21, 2002 The Roland JV1010, the Roland XV2020, and the EMU Proteus 2000 are all reasonably priced options. Theres are more competent units at a higher price points. Cheers, Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbobus Posted September 21, 2002 Share Posted September 21, 2002 I agree with Analogaddict. If you play blues and rock you need a better organ than what you have now (with all respect to the M1 and P120, that P120 organ sucks baaaad). Nord Electro rack is good but also take a look at the Voce organ modules. Also cool, Yam AN200 or DX200 for analog or FM style sounds. Sorry if I give you too much Gear Acquisition Syndrome... http://www.bobwijnen.nl Hipness is not a state of mind, it's a fact of life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mte Posted September 23, 2002 Author Share Posted September 23, 2002 Thanks for reccomendations! Well I'd sure like to have the Electro, but I also need some synth sounds used in pop music (not because of my wish), also the analog FM sounds are not all I want, so I think I'll just take a closer look to the Rolands mentioned, seems like they're what I want. If any other recommendations, you can just add Thanks, Matej Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunny, Posted January 1, 2003 Share Posted January 1, 2003 I suggest the Triton Rack, Motif Rack, Supernova Rack, KS Rack, Waldorf Q Rack, Nord Mod Rack, EX5 Rack, CS6 Rack, TR Rack, Nord Rack 3, Nord Rack 2, Virus Rack, and the Vintage Keys Rack. SILLY WABBIT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RudyS Posted January 1, 2003 Share Posted January 1, 2003 Originally posted by Tusker: The Roland JV1010, the Roland XV2020,Hey jerry what do you know about that xv-2020. Are the sounds as good as the 5050 or not??? Is this little box worht buying. I have seen it as an occasion so that is why i want to know!!! Rudy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELP71 Posted January 1, 2003 Share Posted January 1, 2003 I second the Triton rack (for your puposes). And considering the power and expandability - it's a steal at around $1500USD Weasels ripped my flesh. Rzzzzzzz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick K. Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Dittos on the Triton rack. Great except the organs truly suck. I'm still trying to find a couple that are passable. Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SurrealMcCoyJazz Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Kurzweil PC2r Surreal Surreal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmoron13 Posted January 4, 2003 Share Posted January 4, 2003 out of the three- kurzweil PC2R, Yamaha Motif Rack, and Korg Triton Rack - which one do you think has the best overall sound pallette? I "borrowed" a triton R from Guitar Center for a weekend Composition gig (love their 30 day guarantee) and I fell in love with it, but how does it compare to the other two? I too work in Rock, blues, pop, electronica, etc... and have relied solely on my baby's (pc88mx) sounds as well as some soft synths....what do y'all think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan South Posted January 4, 2003 Share Posted January 4, 2003 The Triton Rack (Korg) is very good; it has a very beefy sound. The new Motif rack looks great, as well, but it's not available yet. Roland stuff has a thinner sound that's great for New Age, FM Jazz, sountrack, and similar styles but maybe not as good for rock. You'll have to use your ears and choose the ones you like the best. The Black Knight always triumphs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oiled Posted January 4, 2003 Share Posted January 4, 2003 The Triton has better organs, basses, brass, synth sounds, pads, drums, and strings. The Motif has better acoustic pianos, electric pianos, and overall better acoustic instrument sounds. For overall sound pallette, I'd go with the Triton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mte Posted January 4, 2003 Author Share Posted January 4, 2003 ok now we've got from cheaper units to the more expensive ones. but as we're now not going to do much more covers, i think i'd more need a hammond sim, maybe nord electro rack, maybe something else..depends on quality/price ratio.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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