Virus C Series Launched at Musikmesse
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Virus C Desktop
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Virus kc
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Indigo 2
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Virus Rack XL
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March 17, 2002
Demonstrating what they call "a commitment to true product evolution," Access Music unveiled "The Virus C Series" at the Frankfurt Music Messe today, with new versions of every model in their synthesizer line.
Equipped with a new generation of Motorola processors, the Virus C Series significantly outperforms its predecessors in the DSP arena, with 32 voice polyphony, more effects, an expanded mod matrix, undo/redo capability, and more.
Additionally, the lineup sports a completely redesigned user interface for intuitive realtime access to key parameters across a range of new and recently-added features. 69 LEDs communicate an impressive breadth of information, while details like the arpeggiator control, namable soft-knobs, and tempo LED underscore a fresh focus on usability for the performing musician.
A 3-band equalizer has been added for use with each program or part, increasing the total number of simultaneous effects to a noteworthy 98. Designed to provide a serious tool for sound shaping or mixdown, the new EQ offers Low, Mid, and Hi bands with independent frequency and gain controls, and an additional parameter for setting the width or 'Q' of the mid band.
The modulation matrix has been expanded to 6 source and 9 destination slots, offering an unprecedented degree of programmatic flexibility for internally programmed or midi-automated realtime control of almost every parameter. Creative musicians will also appreciate the convenience of dedicated RANDOM and UNDO buttons (or, "there and back again").
Virus C Series Features:
- 32-voice polyphony and 16-part multitimbral capability
- 98 simultaneous DSP effects including a full parametric 3 band EQ for each part
- 1024 programs (256 User / 768 ROM / 128 Multi)
- Raw power from up to 4 oscillators with 16-Voice layered unison mode
- Rich resonant sweeps from two independent multimode filters (36 dB/6-poles per voice)
- Ultra fast envelopes (0 to 144 dB in under 22 microseconds)
- Surround sound capabilities
- 6 Outputs (24-bit D/A) / 2 Inputs (18-bit A/D)
- 16 independent arpeggiators with patterns and abundant real-time controls
- MIDI clock sync capabilities for virtually every time-based parameter
- Enhanced modulation matrix with 6 source and 9 destination slots. Every feasible parameter can be controlled!
- Dedicated undo/redo/random to defeat "oops" and "writer's block"
- 2 Soft Knobs, individually assignable per program
The Virus C Series includes four all new models, three of which are now shipping:
Virus C Desktop
Completely rebuilt UI and a stunning new bright red display.
Availability status: IN PRODUCTION, Pricing: EURO 1695.- (German list price incl. VAT)
Virus kc
C Series engine; velocity/aftertouch sensitive, 61-key semi-weighted keyboard with master-keyboard functions.
Pitchbend and modwheel controls, plus 2 switch/control pedal jacksAvailability status: IN PRODUCTION, Pricing: EURO 2195.- (German list price incl. VAT)
Indigo 2
C Series engine with blue LEDs, aluminum side panels; 37-key keyboard with aftertouch and master-keyboard functions. Pitchbend and Modwheel controls, plus 2 switch/control pedal jacks.
Availability status: IN PRODUCTION, Pricing: EURO 2195.- (German list price incl. VAT)
Virus Rack XL
Single space rack unit with ALL the features of the C Series engine and built in power supply. The front panel features a mono input for guitar and line level signals, and the
rear panelhas stereo inputs suitable for turntables and other stereo signals.
Availability status: IN PRODUCTION, Pricing: EURO 1495.- (German list price incl. VAT) For more information, visit their web site at www.access-music.de. | 
