Originally posted by ocomain:
For those who don't need or want to spend the money on the Receptor, there's now another alternative, priced at under 600.00! I've watched several videos about this unit but would like to read the manual before purchasing, though so far, it looks pretty damn good.
SM Pro Audio V-Machine Standalone Plugin Player Module
http://www.zzounds.com/item--STOVMACHINE (expected to arrive 10/20/08)
The V-Machine is a compact VST/VSTi hardware playback module built for performance keyboard players and DJ's. It is one little beast that can't be underestimated once loaded up with your favorite VST instrument and effect plug-
ins. Take your plug-ins on the road or into the studio and access them live without a computer. Multiple plug-ins can be pre-loaded into bank/preset memories for immediate access. Combine VST and VSTi plug-ins into chains, splits, and layers to create extremely rich and unique sounds. Full external MIDI controller support allows users access to available loaded plug-in parameter controls such as virtual dials, switches, and faders.
Infinitely adaptable and powerful, the V-Machine is set to become a truly indispensable tool.
Features
External hardware host for Windows plugins (VST instruments and effects)
Banks, presets (incl. chaining, layering, splitting) can be edited with the V-Machine or the host software
Create synth layers and chain them with effects
Connect nearly every MIDI-Controller to the V-Machine
Multiple VSTi's can be combined
MIDI learn functions included
All effect and synth chains can be switched latency free
USB-Ports for copy protection dongles
Use software samplers and stream its content from any USB drive
Software
All SM Pro Audio V-Machines ship with a control configuration software compatible with Windows, Mac OS X and Linux (future support). Users can load up their favorite VST/VSTi plug-ins on their computer for auditioning, sound-set creation, and bank/preset memory assignment prior to transferring to one of the V-products for stand-alone use. Simple intuitive software makes sound and effect creation a breeze. Transferring your plug-ins to the V-Box, couldn't be easier: A speedy USB transfer to the hardware units (via USB cable, USB stick, or USB harddrive) takes care of all required user data, memories, and of course plug-in transfer. Once in the main unit... you have freed your plug-ins from the computer and have instant immediate access to your instrument and effect sound creations on a dedicated hardware unit.
In each software bank you can run unlimited presets and within one preset you can have up to four channels and up to two fx channels. Each channel can load up to three plug ins and each fx channels also has three plug-in slots. Even the master channel can hold up to three plug-ings so you can run up to 21 plug-ins in each preset!
The program allows you to run the native plug-in's interface or switch to the controller mode, where you can assign all parameters of the plug-in/s. Don't forget to remember: Now you can play all your favorite Windows plug-ins (dll-files) on Mac and Linux!
Technical Info
Tech Specifications
1 Ghz CPU
1G IDE flash disk
512 MB RAM
24-Bit/192kHz DAC
Connections
Audio Line Out (2x TS 6.35mm): Line level -10dB
1 x MIDI In (5-pin female DIN)
1 audio input (1x mini jack 3.5mm stereo)
1 x USB Type-B (Slave) : USB-MIDI Class Compliant
Headphone out (3.5mm stereo)
"Kensington" style lock aperture
2 x USB Type-A (Host) compatiable with USB-MIDI and USB Mass Storage Class compliant devices
DC IN : 12V Regulated
MichaelInteresting device, I have not seen this before. It looks like a 1GB IDE flash disk is the only internal storage. This may rule out some vst's. Maybe an external usb harddrive could be used, but that would negate the convience of the unit.
Richard
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