[sdiy] Forget modular then... what's a synthesizer ???

[tomg]

Analog = Continuous and variable electrical waves that
represent an infinite number of values.
Synthesis = Refers to the ability to put parts together to
form a new whole.

Regards
Tom

> Fvck.   I just build them and play them.  ;^P
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> (is anyone buils one lately ???)
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> For an "analog synthesizer' I'd say its the ability to control
> parameters with voltage.
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> I'm with the "patchable = modular" crowd.
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> ARP 2600 is a "modular synth" ... Minimoog is not.
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> Its the ability to change 'algorithms' in my opinion
> ( /ho ) that makes a synth 'modular'.  You can plug the
> VCA before the VCF, or after... as you like.
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> You can have a 'modular' synthesizer on one board.
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> Since the esteemed Mr. Schreiber is already wearing
> his flameproof undies (I was going to hold a match and
> use natural gas, btw)... The MOTM would be the
> perfect modular... having a standard form factor AND
> the ability to configure the order of modules.
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> My new 'guitar synth' is a true modular as well... I'm
> LOVING it.  Being able to slide a module in and out of a rack
> for modification in minutes has saved me hours already !!!
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> H^) harry
> (also wearing flameproof underwear. bring it SOON these things are itchy
:^)
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