djlckdwn
Hi Everyone
I've only been using VDJ since 5.2, so I'm not sure how long the effect's actually existed, but it's obvious it needs some upgrades.
Now, I've also been testing out Deckadance Lately just for fun, and I've noticed it has a very similar effect known as the "relooper" which has a similar appearance, but seems to be capable of a bit more. As atomix was the company to first figure this out, and because i'm sure they want to stay on top with this technology, I have a few suggestions for things to add to it. As most are possible with the Deckadance Relooper or extensions of the existing effect, my guess is the code for BeatGrid Could Be Adapted for use in this way as well.
So anyway, My ideas Are
-A Mappable GUI in order to allow Controllers like Launchpads, Monomes, etc. to be able to control functions
(Something Like this for the Kaleo TK Filter and the Macourteau Equalizers For Touchscreen Controllers Probably wouldn't be a bad idea either)
-Capability to split sections into 1/8, and 1/16 beats
-Storage for 10 patterns
-An 8 beat pattern option
-Pattern Reverser
-Pattern Randomizer
-The Ability to silence sections
-The ability to clone patterns from the grids of other decks
-and generally for effects, Settings pages for ALL DECKS IN THE SKIN!!! :P
So, that's my thoughts on this, what do you all think?
I've only been using VDJ since 5.2, so I'm not sure how long the effect's actually existed, but it's obvious it needs some upgrades.
Now, I've also been testing out Deckadance Lately just for fun, and I've noticed it has a very similar effect known as the "relooper" which has a similar appearance, but seems to be capable of a bit more. As atomix was the company to first figure this out, and because i'm sure they want to stay on top with this technology, I have a few suggestions for things to add to it. As most are possible with the Deckadance Relooper or extensions of the existing effect, my guess is the code for BeatGrid Could Be Adapted for use in this way as well.
So anyway, My ideas Are
-A Mappable GUI in order to allow Controllers like Launchpads, Monomes, etc. to be able to control functions
(Something Like this for the Kaleo TK Filter and the Macourteau Equalizers For Touchscreen Controllers Probably wouldn't be a bad idea either)
-Capability to split sections into 1/8, and 1/16 beats
-Storage for 10 patterns
-An 8 beat pattern option
-Pattern Reverser
-Pattern Randomizer
-The Ability to silence sections
-The ability to clone patterns from the grids of other decks
-and generally for effects, Settings pages for ALL DECKS IN THE SKIN!!! :P
So, that's my thoughts on this, what do you all think?
Posté Mon 24 Oct 11 @ 11:06 pm
groovindj
djcataract wrote :
been using VDJ since 5.2
what do you all think?
what do you all think?
I think that if you've been using VDJ that long, you should be registered....
Posté Tue 25 Oct 11 @ 10:27 am
djlckdwn
on the idea, not the fact i've so far bought hardware.
Posté Tue 25 Oct 11 @ 11:11 am
ianmelville
+ 1 on registered
Posté Tue 25 Oct 11 @ 2:14 pm
djlckdwn
ffs, you people always seem to focus on the wrong thing...
Posté Tue 25 Oct 11 @ 2:30 pm
the SOUND INSURGENT
+1 on the beat grid annnnnnnd +1 on becoming a registered user ;-)
Good Day
Huey
Good Day
Huey
Posté Tue 25 Oct 11 @ 2:34 pm
ianmelville
Nothing wrong with the idea, and nothing wrong with paying for software. So don't know what the ffs was for?
Posté Tue 25 Oct 11 @ 2:39 pm
djlckdwn
As VDJ 8 is going to be completely rewritten, this seems like the ideal time to implement it...
Posté Sun 13 Nov 11 @ 6:51 pm
synthet1c
it should also be mappable, it would be great if everything was mappable as in the repeat blocks on the gui, so you could usee something like a launchpad to control, but you should atleast make the scene buttons mappable effect buttons...
Posté Sun 13 Nov 11 @ 7:08 pm
djlckdwn
yeah, that was the main reason I came up with it, I've got a launchpad, and it'd be perfect for this, the other issue though is defining it beyond the simple MIDI wrapper. That was kind of my other Idea, some sort of app to help create definition files with greater ease.
Posté Sun 13 Nov 11 @ 7:42 pm
synthet1c
there is already a tool developed by chackl to make defining a breeze, but it is only available to registered pro users...
Posté Sun 13 Nov 11 @ 8:40 pm
djlckdwn
If it puts any of your minds at ease, a boxed copy of Cue 7 IS on the list, and very high priority on it too. Atomix has more than proved it's worth to me, It's just getting the cash together to buy it now.
Posté Tue 15 Nov 11 @ 8:18 pm
synthet1c
you should just get it from here, cause it's going to cost you an extra $50 to upgrade cue to vdj, because if you don't you may miss out on the release date of vdj8, if numark hasn't approved it in time..
Posté Tue 15 Nov 11 @ 11:31 pm
djlckdwn
wait, the cue upgrade costs extra?! That's absolute BS.
Posté Wed 16 Nov 11 @ 7:47 pm
Support staff
If you have the full Numark Cue, then updates are currently free just like VirtualDJ Pro. No change has been made to this policy nor are there any plans to do so.
However, Numark performs additional checking before releasing any updates to their software, so you when a new version is released, you may need to wait.
For those that don't want to wait and want the latest version as soon as its released, we offer a $49 crossgrade fee to switch to the full VirtualDJ Pro. This is optional.
However, Numark performs additional checking before releasing any updates to their software, so you when a new version is released, you may need to wait.
For those that don't want to wait and want the latest version as soon as its released, we offer a $49 crossgrade fee to switch to the full VirtualDJ Pro. This is optional.
Posté Thu 17 Nov 11 @ 8:37 am
djlckdwn
ah, well I can wait a bit longer for updates, that's not so big an issue, but making people pay $50 for the exact same software? I mean come on.
Posté Sat 19 Nov 11 @ 10:12 pm
djlckdwn
anyway, back to the original point, a "triplet" option for songs like FML by deadmau5, equinox by skrillex, and hardstyle/jumpstyle tracks would also be good to try and add. the current version sounds absolutely atrocious when you try to use it with those kinds of tracks :P
Posté Sat 19 Nov 11 @ 10:16 pm
SBDJ
djcataract wrote :
ah, well I can wait a bit longer for updates, that's not so big an issue, but making people pay $50 for the exact same software? I mean come on.
Now think of it from a commercial aspect - the two products are sold by two different companies.
Posté Sun 20 Nov 11 @ 4:07 am
djlckdwn
true
Posté Wed 23 Nov 11 @ 6:48 pm
Chackl
OK - Will have a look at the beginning of December - Maybe we are able to build up another great beatgrid!!!
Posté Thu 24 Nov 11 @ 2:31 am
