Paia FracRak and CEM/SSM Descriptions?

[Mathias Tornqvist]

Hello list,

   Have anybody tried using the Paia FracRak system for their modular
projects? For anyone who doesn't know what it is, the FracRak (Short for
Fractional Rack), is a 3U Rackmount cage which holds vertical black
aluminum panels, between 1.5 to 4.5 inches wide. There's room horizontally
for 10 1.5 inch panels. the cage is $16.25 and the panels $3-$4 each. You
can also get Top/Bottom covers for $9.75.
   This seems ideal for a compact modular system. Has anyone tried it? Is
it perhaps too crowded? My thought is to use it for the ASM-1, making
"modules" for the different components (VCA's EG's etc). Then, if I want to
extend the system with more modules, they will match in style and format.
What do you think?

   Also, is there anywhere I can find a listing of the functions of the
different CEM and SSM chips out there? I tend to confuse all the numbers,
so a guide would be most helpful.


Mathias Tornqvist