Being able to switch between presets for VSTi's

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Seafroggys

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So obviously I know how to use automation in Reaper, but there is an aspect of automation that I wonder if its possible.

So I have a song that uses a single synth. The song is very sectional, so the synth has a completely different sound in each section. I've managed to find the sound I want in each section using the presets with a bit of modifications. The problem? How do I use automation to switch between presets? Is it even possible? I mean, hypothetically I could just use automation to change every setting by hand, but that would be a nightmare and take on a lot of time.

Would a much easier alternative just be to load different synths and activate each one at the appropriate section?
 
Seafroggys said:
So obviously I know how to use automation in Reaper, but there is an aspect of automation that I wonder if its possible.

So I have a song that uses a single synth. The song is very sectional, so the synth has a completely different sound in each section. I've managed to find the sound I want in each section using the presets with a bit of modifications. The problem? How do I use automation to switch between presets? Is it even possible? I mean, hypothetically I could just use automation to change every setting by hand, but that would be a nightmare and take on a lot of time.

Would a much easier alternative just be to load different synths and activate each one at the appropriate section?
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I'm sure you can automate some of the settings in the VSTi (woudl depend on the VSTi I guess), but I'd just split the recorded MIDI track where needed, and throw the pieces on separate tracks each with its own VSTi.
 
mjbphotos said:
I'm sure you can automate some of the settings in the VSTi (woudl depend on the VSTi I guess), but I'd just split the recorded MIDI track where needed, and throw the pieces on separate tracks each with its own VSTi.
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I have to agree with this. I am sure there is a way you can do it, but why go through the hassle? You should not see a hit in CPU usage and if you were to, then automate turning it on and off, but I still don't think you would.

To me, the suggestion is the simplest approach, unless you just want to learn the JSFX language. That would be a a good use of it.
 
Thanks guys. Yeah it just looks like having different synths and automating them on and off will be the best. Thanks!
 
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