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  • Question - What should I do?

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    Hello There, My name's Ricardo Castro, I'm a fellow student, learning composer, studying Piano.. I come here with a question. What product should I buy first, since it's my first time here in this site and I can't orientate well. I wonder what should I buy first, Special edition or single instrument. I mean I know it's my choice but I'm trying to see what should I start first (easy). 

    Please comment, it'll be appreciated.

    Cheers,

    Ricardo Castro
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    The Special Edition is a great way to get started with the Vienna Symphonic Library. The learning curve does take some time, but with enough patience and a little knowledge with MIDI sequencers and MIDI keyboards, you should be able to figure it all out somewhat quickly. Volume 1 of the Special Edition will give you the essential orchestral needs to get started on most projects. Check out the descriptions on each of the product pages, and you should be able to get a good idea of what each product has to offer!
  • M
    M

    I agree, Special Edition Vol 1 is where I started.

    That was thousands of dollars ago.

    This stuff is addicting... It's that good.
  • R
    R

    This program is amazing, Also I want to start from the woodwind library, because I don't have 1,000 euros, lying around. So I'll start with 300 euros, then move on and expanding content xD
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    M

    You have two votes for Special Edition Vol 1.

    Are you considering starting with SE Woodwinds Sections? Nice place to start, but some what limiting.

    SE Vol 1 gives you a great many instruments for 310 euros, less your student discount of course...
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    J
    If you are a student in an institutional setting like a high school or college, then you should try and take advantage of the Student Discount offer. You can get 30% off the Sample Libraries.
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    What about if I asked the conservatory, where I study music. I study there for 5 years and of course I'm in high school yet, but we don't have music on our high school so it would be hard for that but yes, thanks for the tips guys, I really enjoyed it and soon, december I might buy my first VSL product.

    Cheers,

    Ricardo Castro
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    M

    I think you do not have to ask your future conservatory, as the offer is for all students, no matter which form of school. As the offer ends at the end of october you would loose some money if you wait until december.
  • N
    N

    As long as you can verify that you are a student, the student discount should apply.

    I would also suggest SE 1.  It will provide the most important instruments, enough to do full symphonic compositions, as well as chamber works.  It has the essential articulations, and will enable you to get started, and become familiar with VSL and the VSL player.
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    R

    Also what do you pay the Special Editions with? With Credit Card or ATM Card? I need to know, because I don't have credit card, only ATM. Please Reply.

    Cheers,

    Ricardo Castro
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    Without a credit card, you likely have a couple of options.  The easiest would likely be to set up a Paypal account linked to your checking account, and then pay using Paypal.  A second option might be to find an authorized dealer of VSL products and make an arrnagement to that dealer by check.  Given unfortunate realities it is very possible that any dealer would require your check to clear first before sending you the needed codes to register and then download your purchase.

    I suppose you could contact VSL sales directly and see if they would accept a check themselves (though again the check would have to clear first).  Setting up a Paypal account probably is your best option.
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    S

    Hi Ricardo,

    I confirm that you can purchase with credit card or PayPal in our web shop. In case you want to use another method of payment, e.g., bank transfer, please contact me directly at .

    Best,

    Stefan