Elektronika as free software for noobie me

[scratchy]

Hi Jockeys

My first post on this fantastic forum.

Im a beginner to VJ-ing and Im in search for the perfect user-friendly stable and most of all beautiful output giving software.

1. I just stumbled upon a free software tool voor windows called Elektronika
and I was wondering if you guys have any experience with this piece of software. I have my very first live Gig on the 27th of April on this awesome party supporting a DJ.

The setup will be 2 great HD beamers and a huge HD LCD screen. I really want to show off on that party cause it can give me more performances if all goes well.

I tried Arkaos VJ 3.5 but it feels old and out dated. since I dont have any midi equipment it just isnt working for me.

2. I make most of my own material with a HD cam and 3d studio max. I could really use you guys opinion on this. I have to use free software cause Im against desanctifying copyright laws. I would love to support software builders but because Im new to this I dont want to spend 500+ dollars on software I wont like after using it. So Please assist in my quest for the perfect tool for some nifty visuals

3. Just adding some of my ideas I made awesome screencaptures of scrolling numbers(ASCII) and filmed clouds over a 48h timelapse

Hope you can help me out

Check you later

P.s to the admins > Good work on this forum people. I love it

[vanakaru]

Welcome!
Great to have new people here!
All awesome, great and huge VJ apps have trial versions. Try and buy. The reason I do not name any is because often it depends of the style of you visuals. And these recommendations are asked almost every week. Search for word *noob* and *just starting*.
http://vjforums.com/showthread.php?t...highlight=apps

[scratchy]

Hya,

Ive been scanning the forum but I still cant decide on what to use.
Im the noob of all noobs

Ofcourse I want to buy a application. But I first need to make some more money before I can afford such a huge investment in software.
Untill that time Ill probable have to manage with the free apps like Elektronika.

Thanks for your advice though I really appreciate it.

[madsmeskalin]

http://vjforums.com/showthread.php?t...=free+software

do you use Mac or PC?

[scratchy]

Heya,

Im a dedicated PC user...

*edit* woooow ! This Moonster looks awesome thanks so much Im gonna give it a testdrive tonight and let you know what I think.
So far it looks good on the site I love retro software

[vanakaru]

I do not use PC. But I hear from pro users these supposed to be great for free or little money:
http://www.audiovisualizers.com/tool...ey/vjockey.htm
http://www.harrisondigitalmedia.com/
http://www.vjamm.com/

[scratchy]

Hi Guys,

Im back after 2 days of heavy editting and trying software out

So far so good, I used a couply of try-before-you-buy versions of Resolume, Elektronika, GrandVJ. Tried the free Moonster and I must say these programs all have there good sides and bad sides.

My award to best VJ software because of its userfriendlyness and Userinterface goes to *drum roffle* Resolume Avenue ...

I just love to look and feel of this program and I think im gonna buy it this week. I have to rob the bank first, but when I succeed I see myself making those awesome programmers very happy

Still have a few questions about Resolume Avenue though
*looks at the admin* Is it okay to ask in this thread or would you like me to start a new one with Resolume noob questions ?

Ive read the manual and bumped into a few trialversion restrictions... which I would love to discuss. Searching on Resolume on this forum didnt help me much (no threads detected please try again in 15 seconds :S)

My appreciation goes out to the creators of this forum and the people who helped me this week with those awesome links.

Thanks guys & gals