Manufacturer's Description for Access Virus KC Synth Keyboard
Planet Ordinary is an unreachable destination on the Starship Access. That's why Access set all systems to Hyper-Deluxe while developing the Virus C Keyboard, or 'kc'.
The kc combines all the new features and capabilities of the Virus C engine with a professional quality 5-octave semi-weighted, aftertouch capable keyboard. With its master-keyboard control functions, the Virus kc is the perfect centerpiece for stage or studio: a stellar giant to match your extraordinary performances.
Dock with this synth station and it will be a long long time before you find yourself floating homeá
Features:
32-voice polyphony and 16-part multi-timbral capability
1024 programs [256 User / 768 ROM / 128 Multi]
32-voice polyphony with 16-part multi-timbral capability
1024 programs (256 User / 768 ROM / 128 Multi)
Undo/Redo/Random features to defeat 'oops' and "writer's block"
4 oscillators per voice. 3 main plus one sub [when all oscillators are in use, polyphony may decrease, but not by more than 6 voices.]
FM [Frequency modulation] with or without external Input signals
2 filters selectable as lowpass, highpass, bandpass or bandreject
4 filter configurations (serial/ parallel) for up to 6 poles [36 dB]
3 LFOs with 68 LFO shapes
Loop or Envelope LFO modes with midi clock sync
2 ADSTR envelopes [T=Time]
16 independent arpeggiators with numerous arpeggiator patterns and real time parameter access/modulation including swing & note length.
98 simultaneous DSP effects: Reverb [w. pre-delay sync to MIDI-clock] 3-Band EQ per program/part [low/hi shelf + parametric mid] Retro Phaser [6-stage stereo phaser with 24 filter-poles Multiple independent distortion/saturation/Lo-fi FX per voice, including multiple distortion/shaper characteristics and variable gain. Chorus/Flanger with rate sync to midi tempo Simple or "Groove" Delay [preset polyrhythmic patterns] 32-band advanced vocoder Ring Modulator Analog Boost for true vintage tonal characteristics
2 Soft Knobs, individually assignable per program
Internal master clock that drives all arpeggiators, LFOs and delay times; automatic sync to external midi clock
Advanced Modulation Matrix with 6 source and 9 destination slots.
Complete control via MIDI (CC/Polypressure/Sysex) with "Adaptive Control Smoothing" for ultra soft parameter changes and no zippering.
MIDI Tempo sync capabilities for virtually every time-based parameter
Full 24-bit processing; 24-bit D/A, 18-bit A/D
6 individual high quality outputs
2 audio inputs to process your signals through synth filters, envelopes, FX, vocoder, FM, ring modulator, and more
Flexible "auxiliary" model of internal audio routing for processing/reprocessing internal/external signals through the synth engine and and effects of other voices
True Surround sound capabilities
Free SoundDiver Virus editor/librarian for Windows and MacOS
Easy operating system updates via MIDI
High-quality, semi-weighted, velocity and aftertouch capable, 61-keys
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Access products.
Master-keyboard functions
Internal Power Supply
Pitch bend, modwheel and two jacks for switch/expression pedals
Access WarrantyAccess Warranty
Access offers a 24 month, limited manufacturers warranty on all of their products.
If you have additional warranty questions,
please call the manufacturer at 847-299-4864
What Our Customers Are Saying About zZounds
"When I shop with zZounds I know I'm not getting ripped off. The customer service staff takes great care to make sure I'm buying the right piece of equipment not the most expensive piece of equipment." - customer on February 4th, 2012
"Searching for the best ?? Look no further than the awesome Access Virus KC !!"
Sound:
This thing sounds awesome...very analog like at times (I have O.S.6.5, with the Moog filter emulations)...very thick sound.
Feature:
This thing has awesome digital effects...very smooth. Built like a tank..feels like a million bucks.
Quality:
Like I said, this thing is built like a rock. No plastic in this chassis...the pots are all very tight and solid...like the kb, this is ultra reliable. If you want to see how well it is built, put it next to the Alesis Ion...the Alesis is a toy by comparison.......
Value:
This synth is expensive, but well worth it !! You get what you pay for...
Manufacturer Support:
They were very quick to answer any questions that I emailed them...
The Wow Factor:
...with it's cool black case and red LED's, this is a very cool looking maching.....
Overall:
Because of Access's policy of free updates in patches and OS's, this thing will not be obsolete for years to come. IF lost or stolen, I would immediately get another.
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"Sweet. Goddamn Sweet."
Sound:
So fg cool. So many sounds, and each one is limitless with all the knobs right in front of you to tweak as you play.
Feature:
Amazing. the interface is easy. i learned it in 20 minutes at the music store. i sat down, and just got amazing sounds straight out of the presets and tweaked a little as i played. it practically GAVE me the ideas that i came up with as i played with it. amazing tools, easy interface.
Quality:
it looks like a well constructed piece of equipment. i've heard good things about access, and i would trust the piece of equipment. it's expensive, but the controls feel solid and not like they're gonna crap out. cosmetically it looks amazing, and if i had the cash, i don't think there's a analog modelling digital synth that can touch it.
Value:
if i had the money to spend, i'd either buy the KC or the sound module simply for the sounds alone.
Manufacturer Support:
i've heard good things. they're good about software updates, etc.
The Wow Factor:
Amazing sounds. wish they could be mine.
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