Nick from Manchester, NH, USA
xenomorphcomputers@gmail.com
Quality:
This little monster is metal and all the knobs and buttons feel very solid. I'm sure you could throw this around and not cause any damage, I wouldn't, but just saying!
Features:
The best feature has got to be the VST and audio interface. The only thing I wish it had was another set of outputs, but you lose that with the Snow. Then again, I'm not going to spend another $1000 just for aux outputs.
Ease of Use:
With the knobs and button access right on the front panel, it's very easy to use. It comes with a VST editor which makes things very simple and I would recommend using it even on the regular Virus TI and TI2. Nothing is more easier than having access to all parameters with the click of a button. Not to mention, you get access to the patch library with the editor. Simple!
Sound:
I have always been a fan of the Virus sound. I have had the KB, Indigo 2, and now the TI Snow. It is marketed as a VA and can mimic classic analog sounds easily, but I think it has a sound of its own. Honestly, I would rather have a Virus any day over any of the other synths on the market.
Value:
If you're looking for a Virus TI and want to save a couple grand, I would definitely consider the Snow. It has almost all the same features as the Virus in a small and much cheaper package.
Do you own this product?:
Yes
Ryan from Boston, MA
Subject:
Quality product with a few quirks
Quality:
Great quality. It's well made and it really shows. The resistance of the knobs is consistent, and the buttons have a firm push. My until is a little wobbly, but I'll just put a coaster underneath...
Features:
The biggest feature is obviously the TI - Total Integration. Being able to edit parameters on the unit or in the software makes things very simple and makes the Snow very versatile, both for stage and studio use.
I will say, however, having 4 separate voices and only 3 USB outputs is a total drag. There are ways around this (which Access will inform you about) but it does make things a little complicated when using all 4 with a sequencer. This also presents a problem when sending MIDI messages. It's annoying, yes, but I can live with it.
Ease of Use:
Once you figure out the navigation of the snow, deep editing of parameters is not too complicated. Of course, you can always edit them through the software which makes it a total breeze.
There's also Easy Edit mode which puts commonly used parameters on the forefront so you don't have to dig through pages and pages to get what you want. This is very helpful, and switched from that to the advanced mode is no problem at all.
Sound:
Amazing! What else do you expect from Access? The pads are rich, the basses are fat, and the leads are crisp. With so many options for effects, too, you can customize these sounds all you want.
Value:
A great value. Being the cheapest of the Virus line (but not really THAT cheap), it definitely doesn't not lack features, just knobs, which doesn't really diminish the functionality of the unit. It just saves space.
Do you own this product?:
Yes