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By paulmo
On 22nd February 2005
Version: 1.1

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EVM Synths Bassline

the evm bassline 1.1 is my "go to" when creating any type of acoustic or electric sounding bass guitar. while the presets are a good starting point, reflecting the typical "drum machine" type of stock bass sounds, the real usefulness comes with editing the parameters to create a multitude of various sounds, fine tuning for each song.

the parameters on this vst are just great. frequency, decay, attack, octaves, you can really dial in exactly what you're looking for. the gui is outstanding, easy to use, just what you need and nothing more.

it's one of those vst's that i come back to time and again. i have a whole arsenal of samples: jazz basses, fender precision, but for ease of use and clarity of sound bassline delivers the goods. it does have a "techno" quality to it, and if you're not into that you might want to stick with your samples.

if there is a manual and/or support i have yet to seek it out. don't need to yet...and it's never crashed or gotten buggy (fingers x-ed).
 
    

By paulmo
On 4th January 2005
Version: xp

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Psychic Modulation Optik

i love optik. it's gui is awesome, as are others designed by pm. author responds to e-mails. similiar sound to drumatic, but simpler interface and more inspiring.

can get some great 808-type sounds, with hi-hats being really flexible, a great plus over just using straight 808 samples.

i'm giving a 9 instead of 10 for sound because the metal setting could have better use/different sounds. at best, you can get a chime sound out of it. at its harshest, prob good for industrial. i'd like to see the metal setting offer something unique...thanks jack!

guess i have to write more...i also use 'tron and really like that as well...filter/delay unit.

in short, optik is my "go-to" when creating tekno beats in my midi sequencer. i just love the snare/bass and 'hats are especially good.

the author has created a secondary parameters section for the drums which opens up tone/filter/release/click section. this allows you to fine tune your sound.

if you like "simple" but effective, this is your ticket. it's not loaded with complexities but rather streamlined to deliver the goods.
 
    
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