[sdiy] Deceptively simple question: Panels

[J. Larry Hendry]

> -----Original Message-----
> From:  Aaron Bader
> I've heard of Blacet before, heard plenty of talk about it... but never
looked into it as a form factor. WHAM. Perfect.

It does not suit me, as a form factor, but I have to agree it is a nice one.
Man I love the choices we have today in modular.  And, you may find in
addition to your DIY you like some of John's kits.  They are unique, always
fun and a good value.

> And PAIA compatable. Their midi-to-cv module has always looked good to me.

In this case, you do get what you pay for.  I own two of the PAiA MIDI 2
CV8s.  They are 8 bit resolution.  I'd say plenty good for controlling a
mono synth or perhaps two voice.  If you get into polyphonic operation, you
might want something a little better. I have a Kenton pro-2000 which I
really do like.  I am waiting patiently for the MOTM MIDI2CV also.

> Oh and one thing: The Blacet Frac-Rack package is something like $60 the
PAIA one says $18.75 without covers... is this a typo? I'm used to rackmount
hardware being absurdly overpriced, but that actually looks reasonable.

John Simonton (Mr. PAiA) is famous for low prices.  He can squeeze more out
of a dollar than just about anyone.  Sometimes that is good.  Sometimes it
leaves you wanting a little more.  Hence the more expensive Blacet rack.
You will find it nicer and more substantial (from what I understand).