Re: SC-88 vs SC-88 Pro in 88 Map mode?
Posted on 2018-01-07, 02:54
I own both. To my ears the SC-88 Pro set to the 88 map sounds identical to the regular SC-88. I'll see if I can put together a couple comparative recordings.
Re: Something like jack audio switcher with autodetection of signal?
Posted on 2017-12-17, 02:16
If you're just running straight analog audio (i.e. what comes from a standard stereo audio jack), then all you really need is a mixer. If you're only running a single sound source at a time, then 'muting' the other inputs doesn't matter. There won't be audio from those channels to begin with. What …
Re: Something like jack audio switcher with autodetection of signal?
Posted on 2017-12-16, 00:54
All you really need is a basic stereo mixer. Something like this would suffice: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/331962-REG/Rolls_MX42_MX42_Mini_Stereo_Mixer.html If this not have some noise autodetection and auto mute of some inputs, its not what i need.. Why do you need auto-detection and …
Re: Something like jack audio switcher with autodetection of signal?
Posted on 2017-12-09, 00:15
All you really need is a basic stereo mixer. Something like this would suffice: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/331962 … ereo_Mixer.html
Re: Monstersoft has old Turbo Pascal source code!
Posted on 2017-12-07, 03:44
Neat, nice find! Man, that takes me back. Spent a good chunk of my youth coding in Pascal. On a related note, anyone remember Denthor's Pascal Tutorials?
Re: What MIDI sound modules do you enjoy listening to?
Posted on 2017-11-25, 20:16
Considering they're likely similar price points, does it compare with an XV-5080? Here's a few Roland XV-5080 recordings for comparison: Doom II - Level 1 Dune 2 - Intro Dune 2 - Spice Melange Dune 2 - Rulers of Arrakis Dune 2 - Credits A couple notes: The Dune 2 recordings that m5215tx posted seem …
Re: What MIDI sound modules do you enjoy listening to?
Posted on 2017-11-18, 02:55
The SD2 is called the "Orchestral Wizard" so I guess that is why this is the case. At some point in the future I will be recording the Dune music from the SD2 and posting it on Youtube as I am sure others would enjoy listening to it. Please don't. Because the minute you do that, I'm going to listen …
Re: What MIDI sound modules do you enjoy listening to?
Posted on 2017-11-18, 02:54
In terms of pure General MIDI soundset, my favorite sound module is the Roland JV-1010. Its GM soundset seems like its a mix of the SC-55 and SC-88 (and maybe some others), but it just strikes the ideal balance. Doom 2 in particular sounds by far and away the best with it. Unfortunately, it has a …
Re: Opinions on Yamaha TG100 and Kawai GMega
Posted on 2017-10-03, 16:40
@Shponglefan: I guess the MU2000 can not be compared to the MU50/80. I only have the later, so I can't compare the GMega to a MU2000. To my ears, the underlying instruments/soundset on the MU2000 and MU80 sound very similar. But the MU2000 does have a clearer, fuller sound. I may do up some …
Re: Opinions on Yamaha TG100 and Kawai GMega
Posted on 2017-10-03, 00:07
This one is just completely wrong on the MU50. The GMega does better, but still not fully correct. I've been listening to that track with my MU2000 (GS mode) and GMega, and I gotta say I prefer the MU2000. Even though I can kinda get how it sounds a bit 'wrong' on the Yamaha, overall sound quality …
Re: Opinions on Yamaha TG100 and Kawai GMega
Posted on 2017-10-02, 15:29
The Descent intro and the tom drums is a good example of the latter. It's sounds almost cartoonish on the GMega, while other modules (i.e. Yamaha) it can sound epic. True, but such cases exist for every module. I have midi files that sound epic on the GMega but like crap on the MU50 - and also …
Re: Opinions on Yamaha TG100 and Kawai GMega
Posted on 2017-10-02, 15:28
Personally, if you are looking for something outside the usual Roland and Yamaha stuff, I'd recommend the Korg AG-10. It's a bit low-fi like the Gmega, but overall has better balanced instruments in my experience. Ahahahaha. According to my own research, the Korg AG-10 is basically a somewhat …
Re: Roland SD-90 assistance
Posted on 2017-09-30, 02:23
How handy are you with a soldering iron? If you can figure out the specific part #'s, you can probably buy the replacements for a couple bucks apiece. $100 to $150 to replace a few encoders quite frankly sounds a bit of a rip off.
Re: Roland SD-90 assistance
Posted on 2017-09-30, 01:59
Encoder knobs, particularly ones designed to serve as primary interfaces on modules, can and do wear out over time. When rotated, you should hear a slight clicky noise and the aforementioned physical resistance that DX7_EP mentioned. It could be physical dirt/dust that is impeding them and so a good …
Re: Opinions on Yamaha TG100 and Kawai GMega
Posted on 2017-09-30, 01:36
Personally, if you are looking for something outside the usual Roland and Yamaha stuff, I'd recommend the Korg AG-10. It's a bit low-fi like the Gmega, but overall has better balanced instruments in my experience. I don't care much about lo-fi or hi-fi (don't agree that the GMega sounds lo-fi, …
Re: Opinions on Yamaha TG100 and Kawai GMega
Posted on 2017-09-29, 00:30
I have a GMega. It's an okay module. Can be had for cheap and offers a somewhat low-fi sound, if that's what you are looking for. It's not as balanced as some of the Roland or Yamaha modules, but it's not bad for what it is. I posted some comparison recordings I did awhile back which includes the …
Re: midi music
Posted on 2017-09-25, 22:30
Roland SC-55 is your best bet for the broadest MIDI compatibility for the early to mid 90's era games. Or an MT-32 if there are specific games it covers (particularly older Sierra games).
Re: Roland SC-8850 Sound Module
Posted on 2017-09-02, 16:33
Ah, I see yes that would be a concern. Perhaps I may need to reconsider. As a module with the 8820 soundmap, it's a perfectly usable option. I've compared it directly to recordings from the 8820 and they sound identical near as I can tell. As long as one isn't looking for ease of switching between …
Re: Roland SC-8850 Sound Module
Posted on 2017-09-02, 16:21
It does not have a button to change the sound maps at all. You can only change the soundmaps via sysex. So any game that sends a GM/GS Reset will overwrite your personal choice. I'm still mystified that they didn't include an option for changing soundmaps on the fly given the number of button + …
Re: dcsliquidations on ebay are true dickbags
Posted on 2017-08-27, 18:43
squareguy wrote: Ok thanks, it's not just me then. If one of my employees ever spoke to a customer like that I would fire them. No kidding. Some people should flat out not be allowed to interact with customers.
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