Newby Question on Synth terms

[Jim Patchell]

Dave Wilke wrote:

> I'm trying to nail down the finalized specs for a DIY analog/modular.  I
> *thought* I was conversant in synth terminology (I grew up during the glory
> days of MOOG), but I'm having a problem finding good definitions of the
> following:
>
> Sync

    It is kept in the kitchen....

    The Sync input on an oscilator is used to reset the output to a
pre-determined value.  If the frequency of the sync pulse is close to the
frequency of the oscilator, the two will lock together.  If they are not close,
well, you get interesting effects.

>
>
> FM

    Frequency Modulation.  Basically, the control voltage inputs on a VCO are FM
inputs because the change the frequency of the oscilator.  You can also divide
FM into Linear and Exponential depending on weather your VCO has a linear or
exponential response to the control voltage.

>
>
> Whazzat?  Several module schematics I've found feature these as inputs.  Are
> these worthwhile having on a low-end analog box?  What kind of signal are

    FM is a must, sync is a really good idea.  It is, generally, not at all
difficult to implement.  It does take up a panel jack.

>
> they expecting to see (it's tempting to think the "sync" will be a
> clock...)?  How will they modify my sound?

    Somebody must have some samples, somewhere......

>
>
> Thanks!
> dave
> ________________________________________________________________________
> Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com

    -Jim