The 16 best software samplers in the world today musicradar. Casio has even created editor and librarian software for both apple and windows computers, so you can program performances and edit sounds using a computer, said martin. This tutorial continues where part 1 left off and shows how to use the sliders to manipulate parts, record bass and chordal parts. Sweetwater s sales engineers are regarded as the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the music industry, with extensive music backgrounds and intense training on the latest products and technologies. I have the xwg1 and doing lots of sound design noodling on it is my creative goto keyboard making something in performance mode mostly with sampler.
The xw g1 groove synthesizer has 61standardsize keys and all the functions a club dj could need all in one slim, streamlined unit. Jan 01, 20 an overview of the casio xw g1 synthesizer for more info see. Play software instruments with your mouse or midi controller, triggering samples and tweaking virtual knobs. Xwg1 specifications synthesizers electronic musical. So really, what is the difference between these two synths. Casios xw j1 is from the family of dj and groove controllers. Casio limited edition xwg1 synth with design by dee and.
They are available to offer you personalized product advice any time you need it. Independence is a highquality software sampler thats ideal for beat junkies, sound designers and composers. We got an early look at casio data manager 6 while it was still in beta. Edit instrument data files created by the instrument or this software. Both xws provide these kinds of sounds first place to look are the synth kit1 and synth kit2. However when selecting the audio menu, the sd card i have inserted is not recognised.
Sample, sample, sample djs and dance music performers will love the sampler built into the casio xwg1. Id have been happier to be able to edit sequences in addition to the synth parameters shown here, but no diceyet. You also have access to the original cz synthesizers waveforms. Only two units of the limited editionxwg1 synthesizerwere created, which feature the designer duos. Ive downloaded the the xw g1 data editor, and discovered it lacked the audio menu, so downloaded the xw p1 data editor. Its been hectic in the gearfacts studio lately, and as much as ive wanted to dig deeply into the mind of the xw g1, all i can show you at this stage is thi. The duois well known for their collaboration efforts withcasio america, inc. Questions about the casio xwp1 performance synthesizer. Excellent companion software, although frontpanel editing is pretty transparent. Casio xw g1 manuals manuals and user guides for casio xw g1.
Among those from the 2012 show, almost a year ago, was casios announcement that it was releasing new pro synthesizers, almost 30 years after the highlyregarded cz series instruments made their debut. Casio xw live looping demo with ipad nave ims20 youtube. A huge collection of software samplers, free software freeware, shareware, and demos that you can download for free. Djs and dance music performers will love the sampler built into the casio xw g1. Reference specifications model xw g1 keyboard 61 standardsize keys touch response 2 types, off maximum polyphony 64 notes 1 to 32 for some tones tones 420 preset, 220 user solo synthesizer tones 100 preset, 100 user pcm melody tones 300 preset, 100 user. The most obvious difference is that the xwg1 is a sampler. Jul 28, 20 i was going to save up for the xw g1, but after reading manual specs i think i will have to pass, i need at least 16 bit sampling. Loading in new sampled sounds is particularly good for drums and since you can find samples of nearly any vintage drum machi. An overview of the casio xwg1 synthesizer for more info see. Control the xwg1 has 4 realtime controller knobs, pitch bend and modulation wheels, along with 9 sliders to provide control over internal sounds and external devices. Vsampler transforms your pc into a 255 voice polyphonic software sampler that is able to use any recorded sound as a musical instrument. Xw synth blog a casio xwp1 and xwg1 information blog. Jan 06, 2014 casio xw g1 is the groove synthesizer designed for dj which features interactive step sequencer, sample looper, 6 monophonic solo synth processed by casios exclusive hybrid processing sound source technology, 64 max polyphony, arpeggiator and phrase sequencers, and also usb midi compliant.
Dec 14, 2012 among those from the 2012 show, almost a year ago, was casios announcement that it was releasing new pro synthesizers, almost 30 years after the highlyregarded cz series instruments made their debut. The tr808, tr909 and other drum machines sounds were often used. Virtualdj provides instant bpm beat matching, synchronized sampler, scratch, automatic seamless loops. A sampler is an electronic musical instrument similar in some respects to a synthesizer, but instead of generating sounds, it uses recordings or samples of sounds. Create your own instruments or select a preset from the 2 gb free sample library and get started right away. I have the xw g1 and doing lots of sound design noodling on it is my creative goto keyboard making something in performance mode mostly with sampler. The g1 firmware update software, and new firmware update files are available now from the godox download page. Apparently casio came to the same conclusion, so they introduced the xw p1 with multiple synth engines for hardcore synthesizer fans, and the xw g1 for the more groovedjsampling crowd. The inbuilt sampler and looper is what makes this such a powerful tool for the modern dj and integrated with a controller or cdj combination it.
Aug 02, 2012 part 2 on using the step sequencer on the casio xw p1 and xw g1. I was hoping i could play audio files on my xw g1, but reading this post suggests this is a xw p1 feature only. Xwg1 data editor for xwg1 is a music data management software that you can run on your computer to perform the following tasks. Note firmware files downloaded using the internet explorer browser are for some reason changed to a. The casio xw p1 performance synthesizer in depth demo. Apparently casio came to the same conclusion, so they introduced the xwp1 with multiple synth engines for hardcore synthesizer fans, and the xwg1 for the more groovedjsampling crowd. The xwg1 is a groove synthesizer that combines the functions of the various digital equipment used by djs in a single unit, and the xwp1 is intended as a true performance synthesizer, designed for creating sounds for live performances and playing expressively.
The xwg1 may look a lot like casios xwp1, but offers features aimed more toward the. On your xwg1 instrument, press the power button to turn on the instrument. I was going to save up for the xwg1, but after reading manual specs i. The xwg1 groove synthesizer has 61standardsize keys and all the functions a club dj could need all in one slim, streamlined unit. Godox g1 firmware update software now available flash. Djs and dance music performers will love the sampler built into the casio xwg1. Press the setting button to display the setting screen. Casio xwg1 1 casio released their xwg1 synthesizer, also known as the groove synthesizer keyboard in 2014. Originally released in 2008, morgana was the first software sampler instrument to emulate the crusty. Xwg1 synthesizers electronic musical instruments casio.
Id have been happier to be able to edit sequences in addition to. Casio xwg1 groove synthesizer keyboard casio encyclotronic. Electronic musical instruments downloads support casio. I was hoping i could play audio files on my xwg1, but reading this post suggests this is a xwp1 feature only. Get the best deals on casio pro audio synthesizers when you shop the largest online. It starts with layering 6 samples and a classic subtractive synth. Reference specifications model xwg1 keyboard 61 standardsize keys touch response 2 types, off maximum polyphony 64 notes 1 to 32 for some tones tones 420 preset, 220 user solo synthesizer tones 100 preset, 100 user pcm melody tones 300 preset, 100 user. I pretty much have to buy one of these this weekend. If you can not find info under midi in the list, the firmware version of the instrument is less than 1.
The xwj1 is an allinone vj dj controller for mixing music and videos using the djay app for itunes and the vjay video mixing app from algoriddim gmbh. The xwg1 does have the overall advantage when it comes to drum sounds. The xw g1 has pretty good sampler features, though initially i didnt find it that intuitive to use. All this is made possible by the xwg1 groove synthesizer with its. Casio xwg1 manuals manuals and user guides for casio xwg1. Other korg keyboards and products not covered by their own section. Casios xwj1 is from the family of dj and groove controllers. Sample, sample, sample djs and dance music performers will love the sampler built into the casio xw g1. Through standard midi ports and with a classcompliant usb port the keyboard can be used as a controller for other instruments, including computer software and ipad based.
Synthesizer product archive product archive musical. The xw g1 is an extremely powerful synth that lets you really edit and tweak each setting. The xwg1 groove synthesizer is designed for the dj and club performer. It has not a cz or vz synth and it is not based on pd or ipd synthesis. It provides all of the classical sampler features in excellent sound quality, and also offers you a multitude of unique new opportunities. It looks to be a great resource for programming and shuttling data between xw and computer. Casio official home page, information on electronic musical instruments. Designed with the live setting in mind, the xw p1 performance synthesizer gives you plenty of opportunity to create earpleasing sounds with its plethora of preset tones like the solo synthesizer, hex layer, and drawbar organ, as well as numerous types of internal pcm and synth waves. Jared beaney from casio gives an overview of some of the features on the xw g1 synthesizer. The xwp1 is a 61 key performance synthesizer with casios exclusive hpss hybrid processing sound source.
Jared beaney from casio gives an overview of some of the features on the xwg1 synthesizer. Jan 25, 2012 heres an indepth look, by daniel fisher, at the new casio xwp1 performance synthesizer from the 2012 namm show the casio xwg1 is a groove synthesizer equipped with a keyboard and designed to offer the various kinds of digital equipment used by club djs, including the ability to create and play back a variety of rhythm patterns and musical phrases. It includes a 2 gb sound library for creating any sound imaginable from electro beats to classical pieces. Here are the details on each of the new casio xw series synths. Perserverance pays off, and especially if you use the computer data editor it starts to be more logical to use. Edit parameters of instrument data on your computer. Jul 21, 2017 the 16 best software samplers in the world today. The most obvious difference is that the xw g1 is a sampler. It is aimed at dj and club performers, so casio included features such as an interactive step sequencer as well as sample looper to make it more appealing to this demographic. All images, audio, downloadable media, logos and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners. You need to download this update software and install it on the instrument. The xwg1 may look a lot like casios xwp1, but offers features aimed more toward the groovedjsampling crowd. Other casio keyboards mz, vz1, fz1, cz1, cz5000, xwg1. Nov 30, 2009 top 5 free sofware samplers and workstations.
Digital synthesizers are an intuitive way to get a broad variety of synth tones. On these kits, be sure to use the octave switch to find an additional kick on note b1. Only two units of the limited editionxwg1 synthesizerwere created, which feature the designer duos unique lego. About after 30 years of silence in the synth field casio came back with 2 new synths. I was going to save up for the xwg1, but after reading manual specs i think i will have to pass, i need at least 16 bit sampling. To put it simply, software samplers use samples to make real sounding instruments. We have 1 casio xw g1 manual available for free pdf download. Putting audio on sd card xwp1 specific casio music forums.
Yet longterm i dont really need this synth i have and love fantom x7 and vsynth xt which is a semisimilar but obviously superior setup. Casio xwg1 is the groove synthesizer designed for dj which features interactive step sequencer, sample looper, 6 monophonic solo synth processed by casios exclusive hybrid processing sound source technology, 64 max polyphony, arpeggiator and. Shop reverbs extensive selection of new, used, and vintage digital synths. Designed with the live setting in mind, the xwp1 performance synthesizer gives you plenty of opportunity to create earpleasing sounds with its plethora of preset tones like the solo synthesizer, hex layer, and drawbar organ, as well as numerous types of internal pcm and synth waves. On your xw g1 instrument, press the power button to turn on the instrument. Part 2 on using the step sequencer on the casio xwp1 and xwg1. It allows you to load in 50 of your own sampled sounds and create sample loops live. Software samplers here you will find a collection of softwarebased samplers which do the same thing as traditional physical samplers, except they run on your computer and often have more versatility. Try both daw plugins and standalone soft instruments. Hahahaha i wasnt really messin wit the software 5 years ago, it was all. We have 1 casio xwg1 manual available for free pdf download. Now, over 11 months later, the xwp1 is here alongside its brother, the xw g1 groove synth. Take advantage of stateoftheart features to mix and dj music or create video mashups using songs and videos from your device libraries.
Heres an indepth look, by daniel fisher, at the new casio xwp1 performance synthesizer from the 2012 namm show the casio xwg1 is a groove synthesizer equipped with a keyboard and designed to offer the various kinds of digital equipment used by club djs, including the ability to create and play back a variety of rhythm patterns and musical phrases. The xwp1 and xwg1 have standard midi ports, in addition to a classcompliant usb midi interface, which makes both units compatible with either a pc or a mac. Downloading the latest version application software. Using a combination of the xwg1s internal sounds as well as the ims20 and nave ipad apps. Ive downloaded the the xwg1 data editor, and discovered it lacked the audio menu, so downloaded the xwp1 data editor. Other casio keyboards mz, vz1, fz1, cz1, cz5000, xwg1, xwp1.
This 6 oscillator monphonic solo synthesizer includes a sample looper, sample player, track step sequencer, 300 fully editable pcmbase sounds, pitch and modulation wheels, as well as usb and midi ports. The xwg1 is an extremely powerful synth that lets you really edit and tweak each setting. The xw j1 is an allinone vj dj controller for mixing music and videos using the djay app for itunes and the vjay video mixing app from algoriddim gmbh. There are 400 pcm preset sounds onboard, with space for 100 user programs of your making.