So what was the reasoning for changing the Asp engine sounds on boost, the sound is completely at odds with the main thrusters, imho it just doesn't fit. Like someone's huffing an asthma inhaler. Was this to fix something that was aurally broken or badly designed, or just change for change sake?
Asp Audio Changes
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Hmmm. Just tried that (I've been in supercruise all day). I don't think there was anything wrong before - yes, it sounded funny, but the Asp sounds funny, that's part of its charm, the moped aesthetic. But I don't like this new one. No no no. Change it back, FD!
its ok. with one more module slot there's actually a good reason to switch to the Phantom now so......
Just checked it out.
Im also not impressed by the new boost sound.
Im also not impressed by the new boost sound.
I noticed it today too - the boost reminds me more of the Krait Phantom boost, do you think? It does seem odd.
I got to admit I always hated how the AspX sounded... I flew one for a very long time and really loved that ship, but the WW2 bomber sound really annoyed me a lot. That stuttering is from one of those old engines we definitely don't use anymore in our space ships. I wouldn't mind if they killed it off completely and didn't just change the boost sound...
I loved my “Lancaster in Space”. I’ve only stopped flying her whilst I am bubble-side for a time to gain some trade and combat rank, so I shall be very disappointed if someone has messed with her boost when I take her out again.
It would be nice if we just got bug fixes for the next year and a bit rather than anything new (which seemingly can’t arrive without bugs galore) or random tweaks to things that work just fine.
It would be nice if we just got bug fixes for the next year and a bit rather than anything new (which seemingly can’t arrive without bugs galore) or random tweaks to things that work just fine.
So you're okay with the anemic whistling?
The engine sound of the Asp X is my personal fav in the entire game. It has character.
I dont hate the new Boost sound, but i dont like it either. However If Fdev changed the main engine sounds for the AspX as well i think that would be a mistake.
It would be great if the ability to bomb installations was put in. Then going on a bombing run in the Asp would be ideal 
I really like the way the AspX sounds.
Even though I don't really like the ship as a whole, I can very easily say it is my favorite as far as audio design goes. Watching/hearing Scott Manley putt around in his AspX is what even got me interested in the game.
I can't really comment on the boost sound because I haven't heard it yet, but I can leave a comment and say that if they changed how it sounded overall it would be sad.
Even though I don't really like the ship as a whole, I can very easily say it is my favorite as far as audio design goes. Watching/hearing Scott Manley putt around in his AspX is what even got me interested in the game.
I can't really comment on the boost sound because I haven't heard it yet, but I can leave a comment and say that if they changed how it sounded overall it would be sad.
I have my sound system set to "powerful" (equalizer in a "V") and didn't notice any whistling, anemic or otherwise. Sorry.
Sounds like the standard-running of the Asp engine is like Marmite - you either love it or hate it.
Personally, I really like it.
The Asp is my default run-around in the bubble and for exploration; Krait Phontom for mining, FDL for combat, T9 for long-hauling and the Cobra MkIII for shear pleasure...
Personally, I really like it.
The Asp is my default run-around in the bubble and for exploration; Krait Phontom for mining, FDL for combat, T9 for long-hauling and the Cobra MkIII for shear pleasure...