So I'm extremely new to trance production, but I was wondering...what is the difference between or advantages/disadvantages of using software programs instead of physical equipment such as a synth, or vice versa? I've been playing around with some programs, and was wondering why anyone would need a physical synthesizer when it seems pretty much everything you need is available on the computer. I know producers use both, but why?
I appreciate all feedback, like I said, I'm new.
well the difference is negligible: some would have differing opinions on this and the advantages and disadvantages vary and are widespread depending on your particular needs or requirements.
heres one or two:
-hardware takes up space(though you can limit this with rackmount versions). software doesn't
-hardware and software share similar sounds but are in fact going to be different
-software cheap/hardware not
-and, the chicken or the egg came first
Hope that helps
Edit: you pretty much answered your own post
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Jan-14-2010 04:40
RAVproductions
Junior tranceaddict
Registered: Jan 2010
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It does help, thank you. I mean, I know you use a keyboard/synth as a MIDI controller, but when you can simply compose everything with a software program, I can't imagine why you'd need a controller. Preference, I assume?
Jan-14-2010 04:55
Energy_3
Supreme tranceaddict
Registered: May 2008
Location: Adelaide - Earth
Your software program i assume your referring to is a DAW. Yes you can get away with out a controller as most virtual instruments allow you usability from within the application itself w/ the DAW, though some on the contrary may require midi controllers for usability. If you like the hands on aspect then get a midi controller if no, then program/sequence with your computer.
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Jan-14-2010 05:04
Lolo
I play Trance no Dance
Registered: Dec 2002
Location: Brussels, Belgium
if you remove the human interface between you and the computer, sure you will be able to produce tracks... but won't be able to perform it live. I have a big synth as a controller, it features knobs, sliders and pads alongside with internal patches, a sequencer, and everything else, all that I can program on a big screen. The feeling it brings when playing and producing is priceless.
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Jan-14-2010 06:12
DjStephenWiley
Supreme tranceaddict
Registered: Jun 2002
Location: Columbus, OH
quote:
Originally posted by Lolo
if you remove the human interface between you and the computer, sure you will be able to produce tracks... but won't be able to perform it live. I have a big synth as a controller, it features knobs, sliders and pads alongside with internal patches, a sequencer, and everything else, all that I can program on a big screen. The feeling it brings when playing and producing is priceless.
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Jan-14-2010 06:27
Lolo
I play Trance no Dance
Registered: Dec 2002
Location: Brussels, Belgium
yes and it's above my expectations!
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Jan-14-2010 06:35
johncannons1
JDC - J Cannons
Registered: Feb 2009
Location: Sydney, Australia
you wont be able to make good music EVER until you get
a hardware synth.
serious
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