Native Instruments Xpress Keyboards Soft Synth (Macintosh and Windows)
Includes the Xpress versions of the B4, PRO-53, and FM7.
Overall User Ratings (based on 7 ratings)
Submitted November 15, 2005 by a customer from cinci.rr.com
"A gift horse from NI"
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There will always be a place for these in the mix, even if its just as bass, pads and backing.
Sound
Top quality sound, especially considering the very small CPU usage
Features
I like the minimalist concept; however, including a few more of the primary adjustmests would have been best. For example, the LFO speed and depth
Quality
It looks good, it sounds good, its efficient, and it includes the most well rounded set of presets of any VSTI that Ive experienced. The presets cover a broad spectrum; basically everything that the full synth can do well. Each preset can be tweaked and resaved as a new patch.
Value
These are the best bargains in the softsynth market.
Manufacturer Support
Ive had two dealings with NI customer support. Both were very quick and exceeded my expectations.
The Wow Factor
The GUI is very professional looking. More importantly, the whole instrument is geared toward efficiency, including the preset selection tool.
Musical Background:
hobbyist
Musical Style:
Techno
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Submitted February 2, 2005 by a customer from msn.com
"NI XPRESS SYNTHS- Finally, superior quality that doesn't cost a week's pay!"
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I have already bought the full versions of FM7 and Pro 53. After trying the Xpress line I knew they would be worth the price. I still use the Xpress synths just as much as the full versions.
Sound
The sound is just as good as the full versions of the synths. Very impressive for the price.
Features
There are few parameters to change. You can adjust volume & tone and there is an EFFECT knob. The effect is different for each patch and cannot be changed.
Quality
These synths do not have any CPU load on my PC (P4,2GHz,1.5G ram).
They load quick and the preset menus get along with my sequencer (FL Studio) There really is a difference between the free and cheap synths on the net and the NI Xpress line.
Value
I have not seen anything close in value: 3 synths- VST and standalone- and they all sound great!
Manufacturer Support
I have not needed support so I cannot give an accurate rating.
The Wow Factor
The GUI is very important to me- if it doesn't look good then it doesn't feel good either. The look definitely reflects the sound.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist, home studio, Jammin' with friends
Musical Style:
Rock, funk, techno,metal and so on ...
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