Greetings,
Since the Procyon Editor is required for optimal customization of the visuals (i.e. independent control of the 3 color channels separately vs the more limited 2 channel AudioStrobe), is there a way to export a session file to an audio format (MP3 or WAV probably) that maintains the binaurals and visual signals, so that a session with other content (i.e. accompanying background audio tracks, affirmations, white noise, etc) can be added in NeuroProgrammer or Mind Workstation? The ultimate goal is to have one finalized session file that has all the data in it (albeit even if it has to be on a CD or MP3 player) to connect to the Procyon by AUX cable.
It's a frustrating toss up: I find Transparent's software appears to be more user friendly with the bonus of being able to import other content (sound, biofeedback, etc), but it can not customize the Procyon's 3 color channels separately. The Procyon Editor can make gorgeous visual displays, but lacks the ability to incorporate the other content. And I'd rather not go into the option of Synchromuse as it is too tedious to create, especially when the technology has since improved with the Kasina to be able to do separate 3 color channel editing in NP and MWS. However with the Kasina, the visuals, although stunning, are just not the same as they are in the Procyon (UGH! Seriously, I can not win!)
So then there are the options I considered:
1) Maybe technology has improved now that Transparent could integrate 3-color editing for the Procyon. (Not sure if it's worth asking them again, as they probably would have provided this by now if they could, but now, even if they could, I doubt they would bother now that SpectraStrobe is available).
2) Upgrade the Procyon software so that it can utilize SpectraStrobe, which looks promising as the new standard for 3-color visuals (I wish, but I'm sure that would not be possible, or at least it would probably be too difficult - but I thought I'd throw it out there).
3) Stick with AudioStrobe, as all the editors and devices can use it, and ignore the better color potential that the Procyon has. (I can't fully knock this option, as it functionally would work, but seriously, why are we investing in these more modern mind machines if we stick with old technology that limits its utilization?)
4) Modify the current Procyon editing software to allow integration of sound files, and since these can not be imported into the Procyon device, allow the export of sessions as audio files. (Would this even be possible?)
Just brainstorming since I took the Procyon out of storage (I think I am already going through Kasina withdrawal as I shipped it back today to try to fix a cosmetically offset/separating faceplate). I'm sure other users would agree that the Procyon can not be fully replaced, as its visuals clearly have a different look to them (not sure if this has anything to do with the additional DC offset and duty cycle customizable settings in the editor, or some other factor). The unique appeal of this device is enough reason to try to re-explore options to expand its potential.
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