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what software do you use to design and modify the design for your cabs?

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Zinfari:

I started in Visio and ended up with Illustrator and Photoshop because Visio just couldn't do everything I wanted.  (Be forwarned though.... there is a definate learning curve.  It can be done with out any training, but it can be frustrating.  I'm talking from exp.  I figured it out... but some of it just wasn't real logical the way Visio feels, but you can do WAY more when it comes to design of a CP with the Adobe products.)

-Zinfari

hunky_artist:

thanks guys, ill see if i can 'get hold' of autocad first.... then go with some other suggestions maybe.

You've all been a big help, thanks!  8)

photorock:

        I wouldn't use AutoCad unless you have experience with it. It's one of the hardest pieces of software to learn and use. Try Casmate instead, smaller program and easier to learn and use, with alot of the great features of AutoCad.
        It's nice to have a 3D rendering of your CP or Cab, but is it worth the extra effort. Personally I use CorelDraw (perfect for 2D rendering), Illustrator and Photoshop.

ras2a:

Id have to disagree sligtly, AutoCAD is one of the most intuitive pieces of software I've used.  Certainly there 'is' a learning curve as with most of these type of apps.  But simply going through a few basic tutorials in the help system is enough - use of  layers, costruction lines, basic line work, blocks, offsetting, rotation blah..i.e. rudimentary functionality, should prove sufficient to get ...were now talking about delving into command line, or extended 3D/Iso usage

Still if you are really averse to learning a new proggie then stick with something you know.

Craig

hunky_artist:

thanks guys, I'll look into all of them.... I just needed some names, as I genuinly didnt have a clue where to start looking for design/layout software.

as always (i've learnt so much whilst lurking here voer the last year or so.. only recently i've gotten involved due tue building it this year finally) you've been really, REALLY helpful!

thanks again!  ;D

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