GSI (Genuine Soundware) VB3-II Virtual Tonewheel Organ Walkthrough, Review

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Genuine Soundware (GSI) has a long history of bringing us great sounding instruments. VB3-II is the latest product from Guido Scognamiglio and is a result of combining decades of experience in hardware/software modeling to re imagined one of the most beloved virtual tone wheel instruments.
In this walk through I take you through the interface and explore the sound of the instrument. Stick around until the end for some fun.
Here is an MP3 of the jam session at the end of the video: bit.ly/vb32jam
If you have any questions please let me know in the comments and I will do my best to follow up.
VB3-II is available for €100 If you already own VB3 you can upgrade for €75
For more information visit: www.genuinesoundware.com
Here is a brief list of features (from the GSI website):
* Full polyphony (61 upper + 61 lower + 25 pedals = 147 notes)
* 91 modeled tonewheels with accurate phase synchronization
* Adjustable leakage noise and cross modulation between
tonewheels
* A total of 22 different tonewheel generators to choose from
Generator shaping for a total of 154 generator combinations
* Adjustable global tuning from 430 to 450 Hz
* Foldback on 16" deactivatable
* Complex wheels
* Resistor wiring with multiple options
* Realistic “run” motor wow & flutter
* Busbars and 9 key contact simulation
...and many more.
G.M.Lab D9-X Drawbar MIDI Controller: www.gmlab.it
Korg nanoKONTROL available at Sweetwater (not an affiliate link): www.sweetwater.com/store/sear...
"Round In Circles Jam"
VB3-II
VI Labs Ravenscroft 275 UVI
Spectrasonics Trillian - Studio Bass
Spectrasonics RMX: Backbeat

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@gettingstuffdoneright5332 4 года назад

Thanks so much for this, really enjoyed the playing, I learned some good stuff. I had version one, got version two, lovin' it, learnin' it. All the best to you and yours for a great holiday and new year.

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

It is truly my pleasure. I love sharing my experiences and so glad they are helpful. Thanks so much for watching and your kind words.

@ChokDK-bryllupsmusik-duo 5 лет назад

This is a little gem.. Just searching for "some else" than my Tyros 5 organs, and I think I´ve found it :)

@dare2win215 4 года назад

LOL! You're a Tyros 5 organist too! I have VB3, which, other than studio use, I run through an old MUSE receptor, but for most gigs I just run the T5 through a Neo Vent on a sub output. I just wish T5 sliders transmitted midi CC. ugh. BTW, if you want to trick out your T5 with some Hammond-esk drawbar end caps I know a guy on Reverb!

@edrock26 4 года назад

Thank you, for this excellent tutorial - especially the segment on the Korg Nanokontrol! It really helped me.

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

It is my pleasure; so glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful. Have you seen my video on Guido’s D-9X drawbar controller? It is amazing using it with VB3 and other tone wheel organs. Thanks so much for watching.

@edrock26 4 года назад

I will check that video out! Thank you, again!

@Espectro101 5 лет назад

I really appreciate the work and detail that has gone into the VB3-II however for me the vintage organ that comes standard with Mainstage is still by far the best available. Great demo all the same.

@michaelwirth6843 2 года назад

Nice playing, nice sounds!

@PraiseTracks 2 года назад

I am so impressed with what Guido has done with his instruments, an amazing developer. Thanks for watching. Joyfully!🎹

@sabadoadrianovich 3 года назад

Nice Review. Thanks a lot.

@PraiseTracks 3 года назад

My pleasure, I think VB3 II is an excellent virtual tone wheel organ. It takes thing to another level when using the D9-x controller as it gets your hands on real controls. Thanks so much for watching. All the best.

@tomsigrist4812 Год назад

Hoi Simeon What a wonderful Demo :-) What Midi Keyboard would you recommend? My Arturia MK2 61 is to soft. Thank you very much, Tom

@faragher 3 года назад

Great video Simeon! I bought the original VB3 but have to say I'm disappointed by the upgrade price on offer. As a mac user, I feel that I have been abandoned by the developer for what feels like many, many years. A more attractive upgrade price might have offered some compensation for this! As things stand, I'll be sticking with my BX3.

@dare2win215 4 года назад

I love this, but if you run it through Melda's MVintage Rotary, IK Multimedia's Leslie, or a Neo Ventilator for live use, it is LITERALLY the perfect Hammond sound! I've used VB-3 for 12 years now and LOVE IT! I didn't realize how much more advanced and flexible than the original version 2 is. I'd felt the former was perfect. It is definitely worth the upgrade, though, I still find use for the original, which is a testament to both products.

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Agree, I love playing it using the IK Leslie plugin. Guido has really poured a lot of himself into VB3 and his D-9X drawbar controller just takes things even further. Thanks so much for watching and glad you are enjoying the channel.

@CorporalPunishmint 4 года назад

Really, *really* dig that Billy Preston lick at 17:36!!!!

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Thanks for watching, VB3-II is a fun instrument. Yeah, Billy was an amazing musician 😎

@mel_tillis2 5 лет назад

Simeon - great demo; would be great for campmeetings!! The link you provided for the Korg nanoKONTROL at Sweetwater shows several diffirent models - which one are YOU using in this demo? You've sold me on it - I'd like to set this up in my shop. Thanks...

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

First off, thanks so much for watching. I am actually using the original nanoKONTROL which does not seem available any longer. Basically any MIDI controller will work so you have many options so it allows you to find one that fits you. Guido just developed this controller which takes things to another level for co trolling the VB3-II; check it out. GMLAB D9X Open Source Drawbar MIDI Controller - Hands On First Look ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-KjxQKpb58DE.html

@mel_tillis2 5 лет назад

@@PraiseTracks Thankyou very much for the reply!! Looks like Sweetwater has version 2.0 out for the nanoKontrol, so I'll purchase that and maybe play HALF as good as you! God Bless........

@paolomontalto950 5 лет назад

Great vid and playing! Wow! I'm having trouble while setting up the sustain and volume pedal. Basically the vst won't recognize neither of those. I tried with learn midi function but it does not respond. Weird thing, when I plugged the jack of my FCV100 volume pedal inside the exp in on my kaway MP7, the volume knob of the vst gets to the max... when I unplug it it goes to the min. No control whatsoever when it stays plugged in. Any help? Thank you so much

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

Thanks so much Paolo. There is a setting in VB3-II where you can enable the sustain pedal. One theory on the volume pedal is that the value being sent out from your controller might be inverted. I will see if I can find anything on the MP7; it might be that the control MIDI out channel might be different.

@vimfuego8827 Год назад

I own a Hammond B3, Leslie 72 and I can't tell the difference

@ChokDK-bryllupsmusik-duo 4 года назад

1:20 ".. also assigned the loop switch to rotary".. Simeon, when I assign a switch it doesn´t "toggle" but I have to keep pressing the button to let the leslie stay in same position "Fast" or "Slow". Please can you explain what I am doing wrong? :) I would like it to switch BETWEEN the two settings (also got the NanoKontrol) Lots of regards from Denmark! I keep coming back to this vid :) :)

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Thanks so much for watching. I think it might be how the button itself is set up. The nanoKONTROL Editor allows you to assign the “state” of the button to either momentary or toggle on/off; I think that might be why it is not sticking. I might could do a short demo showing this.

@fabiobiolcati1632 5 лет назад

Nice to see you're a Tannoy user.

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

Fabio Biolcati , yes they are very nice; very crisp, tight sound and compact. I also am really surprised by the IK Multimedia Micro reference as well. Nice combination to check your mixes on.

@fabiobiolcati1632 5 лет назад

@@PraiseTracks I'm also very happy of my Tannoys. They are out of stock in Italy and I wish another pair for my 2nd working desk: hope they're not going to bury the brand… Nice to hear about IK's, they are on my wishlist too. Back to VB3-II, it's a very interesting toy. I will add it to my live rig.

@armstronglance 5 лет назад

When Guido adds the percussion and C1-3,V1-3 rocker switches, I'll buy it! Until then I guess we'll just use key switches

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

Well, a little bird told me that might actually be a real possibility! ;^)

@armstronglance 5 лет назад

Simeon Amburgey I’m currently using a Roland VK-8M module to control VB3. It’s a pretty good match for all the basic controls. However I had to program Bome’s Midi Translator to convert the VK-8M’s SysEx outs to VB3’s CC#’s

@armstronglance 5 лет назад

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@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

armstronglance , that looks very interesting.

@armstronglance 5 лет назад

Simeon Amburgey The VK-8M is a fun little module, quality built for sure. But it’s Leslie effect is no match to VB3’s. Probably why you can load & use the Leslie effect separately with VB3-II

@pranavgokhale3892 5 лет назад

Could you drop a link for the Nano controller and the DIY Kit?

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

Just added the information to the description. Thanks so much for watching,

@elroyshelley8931 5 лет назад

I don't have a nano-controller... Any input you can give on your choice of the one you're using in the video would be great. Thanks for a really great video!

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

Thanks so much for watching and for the kind words. Basically you can use anything that can send out a MIDI control message so that gives you lots of options. I have used the nanoKONTROL for many years and the size and versatility have been real assets. Here are a couple of links to get you started. nanoKONTROL2 at Sweetwater: goo.gl/Hs9Nxu Behringer X Touch Mini: goo.gl/13REzE Hope that helps. Remember to subscribe so you can stay in touch.

@elroyshelley8931 5 лет назад

Thanks, really appreciate your feedback and help!!!

@warrenshalm550 5 лет назад

Appreciate you videos. I have the same nano-controller and would love for you to do a video on how you set up your nano to control VB3II.

@SamWatts89 4 года назад

This is really great, thanks so much for posting! Do you have any advice for me, I am trying to use VB3II with 2 separate midi keyboards but it automatically assigns them both to midi channel 1 and therefore to the same manual... Any idea how to fix it?? Thanks a lot!

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

What are the specific keyboards you are using? Typically VB3 II by default is set up for the Upper Manual to be assigned to Channel 1, Lower Channel 2 and Bass Pedals Channel 3. It seems the transmit channel on the second keyboard needs to be assigned to transmit on channel 2. I use an Arturia Microlab controller for the bass pedals and have it set to transmit on channel 3. I hope that helps? Thanks so much for watching and please let me know if you have any additional questions. Once you get this going, it really is amazing to play this instrument!

@SamWatts89 4 года назад

@@PraiseTracks thanks a lot for this! I am using an impulse 61 and an Maudio mini 32 - within the program i can assign the manuals to different channels fine but the problem is that both instruments seem to be automatically controlling midi channel 1 and I can't figure out how to change which channel the instruments assign too.. any idea how to do this? Thanks again for the reply, really appreciate it!

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

@@SamWatts89 , in VB3 II go to the settings (look in the upper right corner next to the HELP). When you click that you should see the MIDI channel settings for the different manuals and pedal. Take a look at these pics for more info: imgur.com/a/Pn07fyp

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

@@SamWatts89 , here is more specific info on how to set the MIDI transmit channel on your keyboards: imgur.com/a/Vo3OR5h Let me know if this helps?

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Just checking to see how things were coming along?

@biggejf 4 года назад

Newly subscribed and I love your channel! I can't find the exact nano controller you're using. Having trouble finding a good controller with 9 sliders for each drawbar. Any suggestions?

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

First off , thanks so much for watching and subscribing. I have the first version of the Korg nanoKONTROL which has since been updated to the nanoKONTROL 2. What I have been using most recently is the GM LAB D9-X which gives you physical drawbars, buttons and rotary controls and has been amazing to use. You can see my video review of it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-KjxQKpb58DE.html Also the nanoKONTROL 2 can be found at Sweetwater here: www.sweetwater.com/store/search.php?s=nanoKONTROL

@biggejf 4 года назад

@@PraiseTracks thanks Simeon! Does the D9-X work well with Arturia B3-V? I recently purchased the B3-V a few months ago and love it but I think i would've went with the VB3-II had I known about it.

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

It should since it sends out MIDI Controller messages that can be mapped in most virtual instruments. I will have to check if I can get a copy of Arturia’s version. The D9-X seems to work for the most part with other drawbar organs I have tried with a few exception to map some of the specific button co trolls (vibrato, harmonics, etc.). I even use the D9-X in some non-tonewheel environments and it works great.

@biggejf 4 года назад

@@PraiseTracks I really appreciate your quick responses! You're the best! May God continue to bless you!

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

I downloaded a demo of Arturia’s B3-V and I was very pleased at how easy it was to map the D9-X controllers to it. Very interesting hearing yet another virtual tonewheel VST as each one has their own vibe so to speak.

@jonathanosborn4800 Год назад

Did you end up getting a Crumar GSi hardware, like the Mojo or the DMC?

@PraiseTracks Год назад

Oh no, nothing like that. Since I am limited by my studio room space. I have to say however the Crumar GSI hardware is something. Thanks so much for watching.

@tubulli 5 лет назад

I had the old VB3 wich sounded great and now I have the Blue3. Have you tried that one?

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

I have not experienced Blue3 yet 😎. I might see if it would be possible to get a copy. Thanks so much for watching

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

OK, I just contacted GG Audio and am looking forward to diving into Blue3 V2. Please subscribe as I am hoping to do some sort of review in the coming days. Thanks so much for the suggestion; what I heard on the SoundCloud demos listening on my iPad sounded amazing!

@ChokDK-bryllupsmusik-duo 5 лет назад

@tubulli I heard a demo of the Blue3. It sounds somewhat more "old fashioned" or "not as modern" as the VB3-II imo. Each his own likings I guess :)

@therealrussellsmyth 3 года назад

This is even better imo

@lsjanca 5 лет назад

what is the cost of the vb3-11, and where can I purchase this product.

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

larry janca , thanks for watching. All the info and links are in the description above but here is the direct product link; www.genuinesoundware.com/?a=showproduct&b=44

@bentravis9383 4 года назад

Nice video! I'm wondering if I still like the first VB3 vibe better... this one feels... I don't know, more harsh? Too perfect?

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

I think Guido refined some of the instrument and possibly more could be done with tweaking the presets a little more, my experience was just doing things right out of the box. Thanks so much for watching, it is an amazing time to be a musician 😎

@ReallyDudeYouGottaHearThis 3 года назад

I have this one and the b3x from IKmultimedia...this one is not as warm as the b3x. And the b3x has tons of character. It feels and sounds like a real b3

@armstronglance Год назад

I agree. ->Full drawbars out sounds different than with previous versions, more high harmonics than before. ***That’s probably the harshness you’re talking about. The highest drawbars don’t quit like on my old Hammonds. I’ve been a VB3 user since 2009, and my favorite version is the previous VB3 v1.4. I’ve been tweaking on VB3-II for about a month now, and can’t get the Leslie to sound as real as v1.4’s Leslie. I’m also looking for more of a rock sound like Walsh used on early James Gang. Still haven’t gotten there.

@andrelindenau3856 Год назад

@@armstronglance Absolutely. I am still using VB1.4 on my gigging setup. On my backup-Mac I was testing VB3-II and couldn‘t even come close to my beloved VB 1.4-Sound. The make-over and reprogramming just doesn‘t feel right. And when I‘m listening to Simeon it confirms me. It doesn‘t sound right to me. I will have a listen to IK Multimedia B3X. Maybe I’ll have to say Goodbye GSI. Sad, but VB3 can‘t be installed on a modern MBP.

@salyaart 4 года назад

Very nice funktrack you're using from 17:04. Is it available somewhere?

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Aart, thanks for watching and so glad you enjoyed the presentation. I created the music at the end sort of as an improvisation based on Billy Preston’s Will It Go Round In Circles. I had lots of fun doing this. It is not something I have released. I have forgotten exactly how I recorded it in my DAW but will see if I could make the audio or even MIDI file available.

@salyaart 4 года назад

@@PraiseTracks Thnx, I am waiting full of excitement :)

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Apart, I pulled this up and realized I used Stylus RMX for the drums so I am trying to figure out a way to translate the Drum part into an appropriate MIDI track.

@salyaart 4 года назад

@@PraiseTracks don't bother for midi, an audio recording (mp3) would already be great for me

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Aart Saly , I can do that 😎

@biggejf 4 года назад

Does anybody think this is better than Arturia's B3-V or vice versa?

@fabiocuccu3689 4 года назад

I do. Especially the preamp drive, the GSi has more bite imo.

@therealrussellsmyth 3 года назад

Better , also better than ik, b5

@ronjon7176 5 лет назад

Can I map a controller thru Mainstage to control the VB3-II? If so, how is it done?

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching. Probably the best and most direct way is to use the MIDI learn within VB3-II itself. I find Mainstage can be a little confusing sometimes in regard to learning and assigning MIDI Control Change Messages. I probably need to take a look on my MacBook and see what other possibilities are in doing this in Mainstage. When you Right Click on one of the VB3-II controls you want to map you will see the current MIDI Controller assignment values you can use those to help setup the Mainstage control parameters. What controller are you currently using?

@ronjon7176 5 лет назад

Simeon Amburgey I have a Wersi Spectra organ that is midi capable. So ultimately I would like to control the VB3-II thru this organ.

@simbaking6338 2 года назад

How do u save your favourite presets into one location on this?

@PraiseTracks 2 года назад

Simba, let me look into this and I will follow up. Thanks for watching.

@peterbeng 11 месяцев назад

Hello, it's a wonderull organ. I can play it with my "normal" Yamaha Keyboard. Can I also switch the leslie slow and fast with my "normal" Keyboard? Can anywhere awnser this quetion, ore send an link? Thanks and musician greetings Peter Bengelmann

@PraiseTracks 11 месяцев назад

Peter, yes, you can. Depending on the keyboard you have you can assign practically any MIDI CC to control the various aspects of the virtual organ. Most of the time the Leslie speed is controlled by CC1 modulation. Let me know if you had any additional questions. Thanks so much for watching. Joyfully!

@tolisgamer 5 лет назад

Is it a physical modeling or sample based instrument?

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

VB3 is based on physical modeling.

@tolisgamer 5 лет назад

@@PraiseTracks Oh nice.thank you.great review and great great playing!

@Joedoriamusic 5 лет назад

Everything is great with VB3 and VB32 with exception of the leslie sim. But that issue is nearly across the board with any clone, there's no besting a leslie in room.

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

JDHammondman , agree. The same can be said with just about any acoustic simulation including virtual pianos,etc.. There is something that happens when you are moving the air. The IK-Multimedia T-Racks Leslie is very good, Here is a quick walkthrough I did a while back. Thanks so much for watching. IK Multimedia Leslie® Collection First Look and Runthrough ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-rvFr32F2JBw.html

@GuidoQuinceMaat 5 лет назад

@@PraiseTracks You should give Amplitube's Leslie sim a go. Bypass VB3's leslie, and feed it to amplitube. Only 'problem' is you'll need to route a MIDI leslie switch seperate from your other controllers into Amplitube which can be a bit finicky. Easyest is a seperate controller, but I've used Nuendo's MIDI filter to get the same results as well...

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

Guido Maat , yes the video I mentioned above in my reply is my review of IK Multimedia’s Leslie collection. It is the same sim as Amplitude. It is an amazing rotary speaker emulation. I run The earlier version of VB3 through it for a comparison. Thanks so much for watching.

@Dancopymus 4 года назад

Is this the most current version of VB3-II? It's free?

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

Daniel, this is the latest version of VB3-II and it is a paid version. I think a long time ago Guido released his very first organ (I think it was called Organized Trio) for free. Check the links in the description for more info.

@PraiseTracks 4 года назад

I just updated the description with the current pricing; €100 and €75 if you already own VB3.

@trimle4 Год назад

Yes I like this software too. How come your midi-controller has 9 faders, and you call it "Nano Control", but as fare as I can find (incl. your Sweetwater link), the Nano Control has only 8 faders?

@PraiseTracks Год назад

Hello Sangeet and welcome to the channel. So, I was using the first version of the Korg nanoKONTROL which had the additional fader. the nanoKONTROL 2 made some changes to the fader and button layout. Currently, I use the D9-x Drawbar controller from GSI which gives you the real experience of adjusting drawbars as you would on the real thing. Here is a video I did for that: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-KjxQKpb58DE.html I am currently using the Studiologic MIXFACE which can serve as a MIDI fader and DAW controller. You can see it featured in my latest videos. Thanks so much for watching. Joyfully!🎹

@trimle4 Год назад

@@PraiseTracks Thanks.

@PraiseTracks Год назад

My pleasure. Have a great day!

@ChokDK-bryllupsmusik-duo 5 лет назад

P.S. Would you mind to tell what your laptop got of hardware? CPU, ram, etc? :)

@PraiseTracks 5 лет назад

This is a traditional mid tower Windows PC I put together quite a few years ago. It is running an Intel i5 3570k CPU with 32gb DDR3 Ram, my system drive is a Samsung 250gb SSD and I have a few other SSD drives for project and sample storage. My audio interface is a PreSonus Studio 6|8. Thanks again for watching and let me know if you have any additional questions.

@ChokDK-bryllupsmusik-duo 5 лет назад

@@PraiseTracks Had to rewatch... gotta find some cheap way to get midi controller, audio out from my laptop etc.. I need this! :D One more question (might be a bit stupid since it's midi but I got to ask): Can I use transpose on the VST? I mean does it recieve transpose?

@MrArchie800 4 года назад

@@ChokDK-bryllupsmusik-duo It does receive transpose data however you are limited to the actual notes the original Hammond plays e.g. it won't go lower than C 0, so if you transpose down a semitone and then play a low C 0 on your keyboard it will not sound (I asked the very same question as I play in a rock band that tunes down).