Has anyone compiled their favorite presets into a collection? It could be fun to share and swap!
That’s an awesome idea! I’m particularly fond of the 80s synth collection. What about you?
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For sound design, the modulation options in Nexus are incredibly powerful. Don’t overlook the LFO settings!
Yes! And it can be so satisfying to create something completely custom. I often feel like a kid in a candy store with all the options!
I like to start with basic presets and customize from there. It gives me a solid foundation and lets me be creative without starting from scratch.
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That’s smart! Sometimes presets can feel overwhelming; breaking them down helps.
I’ve seen some discussions on whether Nexus is worth the price. What do you all think? Is the value in the presets or the sound engine?
Honestly, I believe it’s the presets. Many are expertly crafted, which saves us time in the studio!
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Does anyone have a favorite expansion pack they recommend? I’m curious about what others are using!
I swear by the ‘House’ expansion. It really shines for dance music. Highly recommend it!
I’ve been using ReFX Nexus for a while and found that freezing tracks helps to reduce CPU usage significantly. It’s a game changer for my workflow!
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That’s a great tip! I also recommend bouncing tracks to audio once you’re happy with them to free up resources.
In my experience, adjusting the buffer size in your DAW helps with latency issues. A higher buffer size can reduce crackling, especially with Nexus loaded.
I totally agree, though be cautious not to set it too high or you might introduce noticeable delay when recording!
If you’re still facing issues, try reducing the number of simultaneous Nexus instances. Less is often more!
That’s a good point! I have certain Nexus presets which eat up more CPU than others, so I’d recommend using lighter ones when building out ideas.
Also, be sure to keep your Nexus library organized. Knowing where your go-to sounds are can save time and maintain your workflow.
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I couldn’t agree more! I started tagging my presets, which has really helped speed up finding the right sounds.
Another thing to consider is using Nexus as a MIDI controller for other VSTs. This can dramatically cut down CPU usage if you utilize it right.
That sounds interesting! Could you share how to set that up?