2nd & 3rd Tier Plug-Ins

[musmin2415]

Originally Posted by mesaone

I own the same bundle, and mine came with Ozone Advanced. One of the "advanced" features being extra compressor types. Do you have that too? It's a module called Vintage Compressor. And yeah Alloy2 is killer indeed, it also has multiple compressor types. So I think you're covered on the compression front, no need for the Avid ones.

Sorry for the delayed response! Hectic work week...

I've explained a little bit more of my findings in the following post, but to answer your question, it is the advanced version of Ozone. And I agree, at this point I really think I'm covered on the compression end. Thanks!

[musmin2415]

Originally Posted by Top Jimmy

Why no reverb?

Good point! Looking for a good Reverb plug-in now. Just haven't settled on one. (see comments below)

[JFreak]

ReVibe is a good one and you kind of already have it. If you need low-cost alternative, take a look at Lexicon MPX (easy to dial) or Waves TrueVerb (kind if making a point of itself) and you'll notice you really want ReVibe if you can get it for "free"


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[musmin2415]

Originally Posted by JFreak

I'd pick ReVibe and Pro Multiband. This way you have a reverb and a multiband compressor you don't need to replace for a long long time.

Then go to www.masseyplugins.com and download at least Limiter, TD5 and TapeHead (just do the right thing and pay for it some day if you like using his stuff)

Ok, so this is where I'm at. It's been a pretty hectic week, but I hope I still get some input on this...

Pro-Limiter & Pro Multiband (and other compressors): Doesn't Ozone cover this area effectively? I've looked at the specs & reviews and it seems to serve the same purpose.

X-Form: This might be helpful, as I use a function similar to this in Ableton quite often, but it would probably be towards the bottom of my list.

Mooger Fooger: I don't think I would have much use for this.

Eleven MK II: Good possibility & towards the top of my list! I'm not a pro with electric guitar, but I'm constantly looking for that perfect lead sound. I've found it's incredibly hard to get a great EG sound through a plug-in without sacrificing tone and nuance.

Space & ReVibe: Read a great article on Convolution vs Algorithmic reverb. Obviously, it depends on your use, and most engineers will use a combination of both, but I'm really leaning towards something that sounds rich, transparent, and natural -- not digital.

So, all in all, unless my limiters, compressors, and dynamics aren't sufficiently covered with my Ozone Advanced Bundle, then I'm leaning towards the Eleven MK II and a solid reverb plug-in. Thoughts anyone?

[musmin2415]

Originally Posted by JFreak

ReVibe is a good one and you kind of already have it.

Sorry, what do you mean I "kind of already have it"? Side note -- I watched a video on UA's website about the Apollo Twin Duo, and I loved the TrueVerb plugin he used (as well as the Unison technology he was talking about).

[JFreak]

If you have the voucher, you only need to grab it


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[jsvalmont]

Eleven and those reverb plugins are all tier 3 and it sounds like you can only get one of those. I would probably recommend ReVibe because I find it fantastic. For Tier 2, I would also look into Pro Subharmonic. Whatever you do, don't get Moogerfooger using your Tier 2 card, it's good but you can get that off eBay for pennies on the dollar.

[musmin2415]

Ok. I decided to go with the Subharmonic and the ReVibe. Question, though...

- Since I'm only a novice user, I haven't used the support plan except maybe once or twice over the past year. I wasn't going to renew, but than I noticed that the support plan also includes plug-in upgrades as well. (Is that right?) Is this actually worth the $99??? As of now, those two plug-ins are the only ones from the Avid store.

[JFreak]

Those two are permanent licenses, but the 99 subscription only lets you use the plugs when your subscription is active. Check the details, I haven't even thought of renting plugins ever.


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[jsvalmont]

Revibe and Pro Subharmonic are included as part of the $399/yr PT HD subscription but not the $99/yr vanilla.