Need software for new firm..

kainoa · August 4th, 2004

Hi All,

I've just started work at a new Arch firm, and need advice on purchasing software. There was a specific department that handled the purchasing at my old firm, however this firm is alot smaller and now I'm responsible.

Specifically I need to purchase a copy of Max/VIZ and some image/texture libraries. We have a couple local autodesk resellers, but I was just wondering if there are better places to shop online.

Also, can anyone comment on Marlin/Dosch/Archvision image libraries? The Archvision (RPC) seems pretty expensive compared to the others. Are there any other companies that offer comparable products?

Thanks in advance for any input!

Chad Warner · August 4th, 2004

I think for max or viz, you have to purchase through a reseller. As far as texture librarys, I have imagecels and use them extensively. I know there are quite a bit of people who use marlin and like those as well.

-Chad

virses · August 5th, 2004

With MAX 6 having most AEC features included would be better than VIZ. You will have more CONTROL , functionality and more Possibilities with plugins.

for Image libs, they actually not comparable. they all have good contents in specific areas. Compare the library specific contents and buy to have the best combination. RPC are good for animations and is not replacable by any other library.

regards
harjeet singh

Sawyer · August 5th, 2004

I have had great experiance with Marlin and Dosch. I recomend them and I look to them irst when I need a product.

Tommy L · August 9th, 2004

I think you could look for second hand software on ebay? I bought an upgrade for director there second hand. With viz5 out now i guess some people may be selling viz 4.

David Knourek · August 9th, 2004

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommy L

I think you could look for second hand software on ebay? I bought an upgrade for director there second hand. With viz5 out now i guess some people may be selling viz 4.

CAUTION!! Be sure to check with Discreet/Autodesk if the licence can be transfered. In alot of cases it can not be transfered and when it can you wont be elegible for upgrades and will have to buy the next version at full price. Alot of other software publishers are more relaxed in the transfering of licences.

Just something to keep in mind.

-dave

kainoa · August 9th, 2004

For personal use I'd be ok with me, but Ebay is not an option with company stuff.

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kainoa Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI Age: 31 Posts: 209 Name: Jason Antonio	Need software for new firm.. Hi All, I've just started work at a new Arch firm, and need advice on purchasing software. There was a specific department that handled the purchasing at my old firm, however this firm is alot smaller and now I'm responsible. Specifically I need to purchase a copy of Max/VIZ and some image/texture libraries. We have a couple local autodesk resellers, but I was just wondering if there are better places to shop online. Also, can anyone comment on Marlin/Dosch/Archvision image libraries? The Archvision (RPC) seems pretty expensive compared to the others. Are there any other companies that offer comparable products? Thanks in advance for any input! __________________ *time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time

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Chad Warner Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 1,436 Name: Chad Warner	Re: Need software for new firm.. I think for max or viz, you have to purchase through a reseller. As far as texture librarys, I have imagecels and use them extensively. I know there are quite a bit of people who use marlin and like those as well. -Chad

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virses Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: New Delhi Age: 35 Posts: 163 Name: Harjeet Singh	Re: Need software for new firm.. With MAX 6 having most AEC features included would be better than VIZ. You will have more CONTROL , functionality and more Possibilities with plugins. for Image libs, they actually not comparable. they all have good contents in specific areas. Compare the library specific contents and buy to have the best combination. RPC are good for animations and is not replacable by any other library. regards harjeet singh __________________ ViRSES.COM outsource architectural renderings

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Sawyer Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: CA Age: 34 Posts: 1,563 Name: Sawyer Fischer	Re: Need software for new firm.. I have had great experiance with Marlin and Dosch. I recomend them and I look to them irst when I need a product. __________________ And you may ask yourself What is that beautiful house?

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Tommy L Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: chicago Age: 30 Posts: 1,964 Name: Tom Livings	Re: Need software for new firm.. I think you could look for second hand software on ebay? I bought an upgrade for director there second hand. With viz5 out now i guess some people may be selling viz 4.

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kainoa Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI Age: 31 Posts: 209 Name: Jason Antonio	Re: Need software for new firm.. For personal use I'd be ok with me, but Ebay is not an option with company stuff. __________________ *time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time

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