MC-202

[Sean Costello]

WeAreAs1 at aol.com wrote:

> On both the SH-101 and MC-202, the CV input is quantized by the CPU (to 1/2
> steps).  I don't have an explanation for your being able to play the voice
> while loading from tape.  Clever Roland "multitasking" firmware?
> 
> Nevertheless, the CV inputs on the 101 and 202 do not directly feed the
> oscillator, and thus, will not follow continuous pitch bending or external
> modulation.

This is true for the 202, but the 101's CV input is definitely NOT quantized. I have done plenty of
FM type effects with the 101's CV input. Also, having the 202 drive the 101 is nice, as you can
program in per-note portamento on the 202 that the 101 will follow - which would be impossible if
the 101's input was quantized.

The 202's inputs, of course, are quantized. In fact, they are pretty much worthless as they
currently stand. I wonder if the 202 Nova Mod will address this...A Nova Mod 202 should be an
AMAZING thing! Now I am glad I didn't sell mine. I hope that they keep the mods in the device itself
(using Alps pots or some such tiny devices), instead of using the dread "breakout" box.

Sean Costello