Casio CZ/ VZ/ FZ - Pro Series

Hello,
	I can't personally vouch for the CZ-1, though I am guessing it sounds
similar to the CZ-1000 with more poly.  I have a CZ-1000 and two
VZ-10m's.  They sound totally(!) different to my ears.  The CZ is warmer
and can sound more analogish, though obviously it can do weirdness
really well, too... The VZ's have almost a crystalline fragile sound in
comparison. They do subtle really well. Definitely digital, but
extremely powerful digital.  	The other thing to keep in mind is the VZ
series is not the same synthesis - it is IPD (interactive phase
distortion) rather than the CZ's PD.  Gives you a lot more options along
with a lot more to keep track of in a patch... Patches on a VZ can be
amazingly complex and subtle and totally unique - nothing else ever made
quite like it.  I feel like a computer editor is a must with the VZ's. 
I use SoundDiver.  If you're used to the CZ1000 you'll still have to do
some homework to get to grips with the IPD.  It's far more complex and
capable and unpredictable in a sort of FM way. I'd recommend- if at all
possible that you listen to the VZ's before you purchase, but for sure
listen with some FX to get a real idea of what it can do. The dry output
can be pretty dull, but with FX - wow... It's not likely to sound like a
Virus, though.  So it depends on what kind of sounds you like.  
	I like them both a lot for many reasons, but you are the one who has to
choose with your ears.  You really can't compare these synths one to one
- they are totally different in many ways.  If you want a quick review
of both of them check out the Casio section at:

http://www.vintagesynth.com/

				Best of luck,
						Warren ^=-=^

Scott Nordlund wrote:
> 
> > Hi,
> >
> > I have a CZ-1000 and I'm thinking about change it for a VZ-1 or a
> > CZ-1. Wich
> > one is the best choice??
> >
> > Thanks
> > Ricardo
> >
>