True. I'm off too. Don't support greedy lame devs.
Nexus 3 Users: Are you planning to upgrade to Nexus 4 now?
- KVRian
- 1421 posts since 14 Apr, 2016 from Germany
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- KVRAF
- 5665 posts since 25 Jan, 2007
That's a slightly odd review in the post above, in that he compares it to - well - pretty much all other synths and samplers, which are all totally different from Nexus. Weirdly he doesn't compare it with Avenger, the synth that shares the most DNA with Nexus, even though of course it's a full synth you can do almost anything with. And he compares with Nexus 1, not Nexus 3 - so in the context of this thread, it doesn't really have too much to offer.
I'm okay with Nexus being Nexus. It's oven-ready credible dance presets - there you go. Although there are a few expansions outside this remit, if you're not doing dance I don't think you should even consider it, there's so many other better options. The single other advantage it has over most synths is low CPU - I actually used it a couple of days ago on a project that was getting really resource-intensive. I just needed a simple line, and Nexus was fine for that.
But it all does raise the question of where reFX SHOULD go with Nexus. I doubt they will ever open it up to be a full synth, that goes against the fundamental nature of what it is. But there are so many things that could be improved that would make a solid jump to a new version. Sep outs is still my #1. For that matter, let's have a proper mixer... how basic is that? After 17 years, it still doesn't have a mixer. So let's see (optionally) audio meters for each layer, busses, the inserts / sends for the effects.
I'm okay with Nexus being Nexus. It's oven-ready credible dance presets - there you go. Although there are a few expansions outside this remit, if you're not doing dance I don't think you should even consider it, there's so many other better options. The single other advantage it has over most synths is low CPU - I actually used it a couple of days ago on a project that was getting really resource-intensive. I just needed a simple line, and Nexus was fine for that.
But it all does raise the question of where reFX SHOULD go with Nexus. I doubt they will ever open it up to be a full synth, that goes against the fundamental nature of what it is. But there are so many things that could be improved that would make a solid jump to a new version. Sep outs is still my #1. For that matter, let's have a proper mixer... how basic is that? After 17 years, it still doesn't have a mixer. So let's see (optionally) audio meters for each layer, busses, the inserts / sends for the effects.
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- KVRist
- 184 posts since 1 Jul, 2020
No. I'm happy with what I have and don't see a need for it.
I might jump straight to N5 when that comes.
I dont upgrade Komplete every time either. Sometimes wait 2-3 years
I might jump straight to N5 when that comes.
I dont upgrade Komplete every time either. Sometimes wait 2-3 years
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My reply to Ave's video (BTW, he is famous for his "hot takes"):noiseboyuk wrote: ↑Fri Dec 03, 2021 9:49 am That's a slightly odd review in the post above, in that he compares it to - well - pretty much all other synths and samplers, which are all totally different from Nexus. Weirdly he doesn't compare it with Avenger, the synth that shares the most DNA with Nexus, even though of course it's a full synth you can do almost anything with. And he compares with Nexus 1, not Nexus 3 - so in the context of this thread, it doesn't really have too much to offer.
I'm okay with Nexus being Nexus. It's oven-ready credible dance presets - there you go. Although there are a few expansions outside this remit, if you're not doing dance I don't think you should even consider it, there's so many other better options. The single other advantage it has over most synths is low CPU - I actually used it a couple of days ago on a project that was getting really resource-intensive. I just needed a simple line, and Nexus was fine for that.
But it all does raise the question of where reFX SHOULD go with Nexus. I doubt they will ever open it up to be a full synth, that goes against the fundamental nature of what it is. But there are so many things that could be improved that would make a solid jump to a new version. Sep outs is still my #1. For that matter, let's have a proper mixer... how basic is that? After 17 years, it still doesn't have a mixer. So let's see (optionally) audio meters for each layer, busses, the inserts / sends for the effects.
"Nexus is a ROMpler primarily aimed at EDM producers. There are some great sounds for those genres. It is designed for speed and convenience rather than sound design. There are also plenty of packs that provide sounds suitable for many genres including trap.
"VPS Avenger is also from the same sound designer (Manuel Schleis) and IS a great tool for sound design with a lot of the same kinds of sounds (and plenty of raw material to make your own). It is a very deep synth/sample player with extreme flexibility. In fact, I believe Manuel uses it as a tool to make the Nexus sound packs."
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- KVRist
- 76 posts since 4 Sep, 2019
I already upgraded with the 10 latest expansion packs. Like many others, the update took me by surprise since N3 was released only a year ago, but I think it was worth it, especially with the 10 packs. The Shimmer and Glitch effects are good additions IMO.
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- KVRist
- 291 posts since 6 May, 2004 from Netherlands
This guy is complaining about outdated sounds, has Nexus 4 but does not have the new rom extension 3 installed…
- KVRAF
- 2511 posts since 18 Apr, 2011
2 years...since N3 was released only a year ago,
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- KVRian
- 1421 posts since 14 Apr, 2016 from Germany
- KVRian
- 1421 posts since 14 Apr, 2016 from Germany
Yep, 349€ are really worth for what you got.Loudness_Contour wrote: ↑Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:31 pm I already upgraded with the 10 latest expansion packs. Like many others, the update took me by surprise since N3 was released only a year ago, but I think it was worth it, especially with the 10 packs. The Shimmer and Glitch effects are good additions IMO.
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- KVRian
- 875 posts since 26 May, 2009 from Area 51
If you got to choose the 10 packs and not be forced into just the latest 10, that deal would be pretty fair and enticing, IMO.mladi wrote: ↑Fri Dec 03, 2021 11:33 pmYep, 349€ are really worth for what you got.Loudness_Contour wrote: ↑Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:31 pm I already upgraded with the 10 latest expansion packs. Like many others, the update took me by surprise since N3 was released only a year ago, but I think it was worth it, especially with the 10 packs. The Shimmer and Glitch effects are good additions IMO.
I love how Vengeance offers a "pick 5" package for Avenger. I wish ReFX offered something similar.
- KVRian
- 577 posts since 19 Aug, 2020 from the top of the charts
I think all development time at Refx goes into the Vanguard 2 synth. They licensed the version 1 engine from the Tone 2 guy after Nexus 3 was finished. The stuff that changed in Nexus 4 like the arpeggiator and the preset browser will be used in Vanguard 2, too.
If you plan on purchasing your first Universal Audio hardware, you can get a free additional plugin. Just send a PM.
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- KVRist
- 76 posts since 4 Sep, 2019
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- KVRist
- 291 posts since 6 May, 2004 from Netherlands
Upgraded to Nexus 3 in May and got a bunch of expansions. My upgrade price was only $49 so yes I upgraded already, 267 new sounds that's almost 2 expansions worth.
I do think maybe reFX should probably offer the main software for free and just release paid expansions for it.
I do think maybe reFX should probably offer the main software for free and just release paid expansions for it.