[sdiy] Speaking of OTAs....

[Paul Maddox]

J,

> >The time has come for me to expand my newbie learning of synth circuits
> >into OTAs.  I have somewhat of a grasp on op amps and can now see how
valuable
> >the OTA is everywhere you turn.  So, I am going to breadboard up a couple
> >of circuits and play with them.

good fun...

> >Any suggestions as to the component of choice today considering ease of
> >use, quality performance, and the likelihood I will still be able to buy
them a
> >year from now?

Ca3080 or LM13600.. also point oof interest, dont forget the current
limiting resistor
inline with the control signal, makes a nice pop and little crater in the
top of the IC if you dont :-)

Paul