[sdiy] Panels and cases

[J. Larry Hendry]

Well, since my synth is all this large format, I certainly agree with the
larger size.  But, truly one size does not fit all.  So people are quite
happy with the frac rack size.  I must agree with a hatred for mini jacks.
I fond that on the Blacet panels (frac rack size) you can indeed squeeze in
the full 1/4 jack size.  I have mine built like this for testing before I
change the panel format to the large size to suit my own personal taste.
And, while I don't use them, it certainly does seem that if you are planning
to economize on size a lot of good arguments can be made for banana jacks. I
really like the way Tony Clark has his banana jacks arranged on his DIY
modules (which have a lot of function in a small space).
check the archives for SMD stuff and you will find Tony's stuff.
Larry (I like 'em big) Hendry

----- Original Message -----
From: Rude 66 <r.lekx at chello.nl>
To: Neil Johnson <nej22 at hermes.cam.ac.uk>; synth-diy
<synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
Sent: Monday, June 10, 2002 5:36 PM
Subject: Re: [sdiy] Panels and cases


> So, what's the question?  Is this a "good path" to follow?  Will Paul
> (MOTM) and Tony (Oakley) be laughing behind their soldering irons, or is
> it just one of those "no-better-no-worse" outcomes?  I guess its fine for
> me with my little fingers, but maybe not so suitable for the cloven-hooved
> among us (you know who you are....with that odd "BBD" birthmark on your
> forehead >-)

heh.. i fall into that last category too. having tested quite a few modular
systems for a dutch magazine (old and new) i find the small front plate
modulars way too small. i'd definltely go for the motm/synthesizers.com
size. i was also not too impressed by the mini jacks used by these smaller
systems.. try to avoid those if you can.
i found for me personally, the 'miniaturisation' of functions doesn't
work...the bigger, the better..;-)

r./





>
> Don't get me wrong, I do like the larger panels, plenty of room for lovely
> panel artwork (nice one, Ken!).  But I guess I'm also drawn to the more
> compact form, and I've recently been browsing the Analogue Systems website
> (ooh, than Phoenix system...mmmmmmmm!!!!)  But I claim no bias -- my first
> modular had the larger-sized panels ... maybe I fancy a change?
>
> So, I'm either a mad Englishman (amongst to many...) or as sane as a dog
> *woof woof*
>
> It'd be interesting (for me at least) as to what the split is in real
> terms between the number of modulars here that are standard 3U panel, and
> ones that are the larger MOTM/Oakley/Digisound format.
>
> In fact, could I suggest the following, for those that are suitably
> inclined (if not, tilt your head to one side): email me (off-list) what
> size panels you use in your modular (or plan to use) and I'll compile a
> summary of the results.  Might provide an interesting perspective on
> things.
>
> Neil
>
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