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Description
The Access Virus B Rack is a powerhouse sound module that brings the iconic Access sound to your setup without the need for additional keys. Perfect for both stage and studio, this rack unit combines the renowned virtual analog synthesis of the Virus series with a compact design that doesn’t compromise on performance. With a dynamic range of sonic possibilities, the Virus B Rack offers everything from lush pads to gritty leads and everything in between. Its dual DSP chips ensure seamless sound processing, allowing you to push creative boundaries without any lag. Musicians and producers alike will appreciate the intuitive interface, which makes sound sculpting a breeze, even for those who are new to synthesis.
Boasting a user-friendly layout, the Virus B Rack is equipped with a wide array of modulation options and effects, offering unparalleled versatility to shape your sound. Whether you're looking to dive into complex modulation matrices or just tweak your favorite presets, this sound module is designed to inspire and elevate your musical creations.
Key Features:
- Dual DSP chips for enhanced sound processing
- Virtual analog synthesis with a vast range of sound possibilities
- Intuitive interface for easy sound design
- Extensive modulation options
- Comprehensive effects section for versatile sound shaping
- Ideal for both live performances and studio production
Videos
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Access Virus B Demo Part 1
Access Virus B Demo Part 1
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Access Virus B rack Soundtest. Part 1: ARP & Bass
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Access Virus B Rack.
Features and functionality
Software and compatibility
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The Mystery Islands VirusHC plugin is recommended for easier programming and DAW integration, requiring a MIDI interface capable of passing sysex information.
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The Mystery Islands plugin can make the Rack B operate more like a Virus TI when using MIDI cables, streamlining patch management.
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User experience
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Users report the Rack B's sound engine has been foundational for many musicians, indicating its potential for professional use despite reduced features.
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Owners highlight the Virus B's aesthetic appeal and note that its visual design can inspire creativity, with its red accents being particularly admired.
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Some Virus KB units feature a different keybed from others, indicating variations in manufacturing within the same model.
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Use cases and applications
Comparisons
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The Virus C's "supersaw"-like trance leads and additional features make it more suitable for late 90s-early 2000s trance sounds compared to the Virus B.
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Setup and maintenance
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Virus B and C patches are largely interchangeable, though some loss of functionality occurs when loading C patches into a B.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 10 Ratings
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Its a virus and compact
I couldn't beat the deal of buying it used for $300. with enough inputs and outputs to solo itself on a sound card the synth can perform great. the navigation I though was going to turn me off from using it. But it is intuitive enough to not be bothersome and the virus can always be used with a vst editor making it easier to work with.
Handyman at your service
Not really a go to synth now but it has some nice layers that I used to underline other sounds and synths... Handy for my sound design
Artist usage
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”The Access Virus was my first ever synthesizer, it's kind of crap but I like to keep it there.”
In the second and third picture you can see the Virus rack above the Lexicon.
As seen in his studio (second photo).
STATIK SKY NL owns an Access Virus B Rack, as shared in a Facebook post. Although acquired due to its popularity in studios, the synthesizer is not frequently used by the artist.
He mentioned the studio types of equipment he's using for music production.
In the Tactland PDF article/interview available on Mateo Pascual's website, a photograph clearly shows an Access Virus B Rack unit within his studio setup. The front-panel and button layout of the unit in the image unmistakably matches that of the Virus Rack line, confirming its presence in his collection.
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