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Product Reviews
Don’t just take our word for it – take theirs.
modo is the modern 3D application for the PC and Mac that offers a unique fusion of technologies for creating great 3D content. Don’t just take our word for it. Have a look at what the press has to say.
April 2011
3D World Magazine
modo 501 review
“Combine this excellent feature set with the fact that the core of the application has been polished to such a high sheen, and you’re undoubtedly left with the finest iteration of modo yet.”
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March 2011
CG Architect
modo 501 review by Neil Hayes
“...modo is an increasingly strong contender for AEC related work, especially given its great workflow, price point and the quality of the images it produces (e.g., see the Gallery on Luxology’s website). In closing, if asked if it’s worth upgrading from modo 401 or if you should consider modo 501 for Arch-viz work then I would say, “Yes” on both counts and without hesitation.”
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February 2011
Develop 3D
modo 501 review by Josh Mings
“modo 501 is a massive update to a program that mixes modelling, rendering and animation. More than ever, modo is becoming the program that does it all.
The effort put into the updates of each tool and tab in 501, even down to the help system, make this version an excellent upgrade option for those on 301 or 302 and, given the speed increases, a definite consideration for those on 401.
The most substantial are features easing the strain of modelling and smoothing the process of rendering. The bump map updates bring the ability to add much more detail at a fraction of effort and poly count. The implementation of Pixar subdivision surfaces is making this possible and providing many more options than ever for sculpting and shaping your model.
If you’re coming from a mechanical CAD background, modo is a different workflow with different terminology. However, the rendering interface and options will help you become oriented with the software while having an incredible amount of options available to create photorealistic images.
With modo becoming increasingly easier to use, it’s clear that Luxology is focusing its development efforts on the user or, at the very least, having them twitch repeatedly from a rendering they just created.”
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January 2011
Animation World Network
modo 501 review by Warner McGee
“How do you improve, inspire or innovate upon a tested and proven product? If you’re Luxology, you continually ask the question, ‘Can we do better?’ With the release of modo 501, Luxology has answered that question again with a resounding, “You betcha!” It seems like everything has been touched and tweaked, some things more than others. From the improved and expanded online help materials, 64-bit Mac version, to the greased lighting Preview and Rendering abilities, Luxology takes a huge leap forward with the release of modo 501.”
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Padgadget.com
LuxFolio iPad Application review by Juli
“LuxFolio is an app that turns your iPad into a portfolio for showing off your steroscopic photos. With LuxFolio Stereoscopic Portfolio, your photos can be organized into slideshows and displayed directly on the iPad or to a connected monitor, TV, or video projector.”
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“With the release of modo 501, Luxology has crossed the boundary from software in primary development to a software that is reaching solid maturation. Having its very solid start as a premier CG/3D modeling tool with the founders coming from Lightwave, modo has maintained its renowned user-friendly demeanor while growing its animation and production pipeline abilities.”
“Luxology is seriously out of control! I’m going to recommend that you go visit their website to check out all the colorful candy they have to offer in the Easter basket they are calling modo 401. I’m certainly not going to have enough room to even scratch the surface.”
Mike de La Flor
3D World Magazine
September 2006
Range of features: 9/10
Value for money: 9/10
Overall Rating: 9/10
Mylenium
CreativeCOW.net
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